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London Shows Archive

Speaking Like Magpies

Closed: 25 February 2006 - Trafalgar Studios 1

Frank McGuinness' new play deals with the background to the infamous Gunpowder Plot of 1605. Part of the RSC's Gunpowder Season. Read More

Special

Closed: 7 April 2007 - Hackney Empire

Special is an exciting and intelligent journey exploring inner needs, human nature and the discovery of profound peace through pain and orgasm. Read More

Special Educational Needs Nutcracker Tour

Closed: 19 December 2022 - Royal Opera House

To celebrate the festive season, we are delighted to be hosting a Nutcracker-themed tour designed specifically for people with Special Educational Needs and their carers. Read More

Speechless

Closed: 19 November 2011 - Arcola Theatre

World renowned company, Shared Experience, bring their latest adaptation to the Arcola. Speechless is the astonishing story of identical twins June and Jennifer Gibbons and their struggle to be heard.… Read More

Speed

Closed: 17 May 2025 - Bush Theatre

A nurse, a lawyer and a youth worker walk into a speed awareness course… Abz is the most in-demand road safety course facilitator north of the M25. In an entirely… Read More

Speed-The-Plow

Closed: 29 November 2014 - Playhouse Theatre

Lindsay Posner directs Hollywood star Lindsay Lohan's theatrical debut in David Mamet's acclaimed satire Speed-The-Plow.When a hugely bankable star agrees to appear in a sure-fire commercial hit, film producers Bobby… Read More

Speed-The-Plow

Closed: 26 April 2008 - The Old Vic

Kevin Spacey stars in David Mamet's wry examination of Hollywood deal-making.Big screen producers Bobby Gould and Charlie Fox verbally spar with each other as they engage in the debate of… Read More

Spice Drum Beat – Ghoema

Closed: 27 January 2007 - Tricycle Theatre

Delving deep into Cape Town's early slave history, when the Dutch first settled in South Africa, Spice Drum Beat transforms both old and recent Cape musical history into a highly… Read More

Spider Men, The

Closed: 13 July 2006 - National Theatre Cottesloe

David convinces Michael to camp in the woods all night to teach his parents a lesson. Meanwhile, Sarah waits to show Michael how grown up she is with a new… Read More

Spider Men, The

Closed: 29 June 2006 - Lyric Hammersmith Studio

David convinces Michael to camp in the woods all night to teach his parents a lesson. Meanwhile, Sarah waits to show Michael how grown up she is with a new… Read More

Spider’s Web

Closed: 7 March 2009 - Richmond Theatre

When the wife of a Foreign Office diplomat discovers a body, she attempts to dispose of it before her husband returns home with an important client. When her houseguests are… Read More

Spider’s Web

Closed: 6 June 2009 - Richmond Theatre

When Clarissa discovers a dead body in her drawing-room, she tries to dispose of it before her Foreign Office diplomat husband returns home with a government VIP guest in tow.Equipped… Read More

Spider’s Web

Closed: 14 November 2009 - New Wimbledon Theatre

Following the Agatha Christie Theatre Company's hugely successful productions of The Hollow, The Unexpected Guest and And Then There Were None, the fourth instalment in the highly acclaimed series promises… Read More

Spiegel

Closed: 10 February 2007 - Sadler’s Wells

Wim Vandekeybus and his company Ultima Vez present a show which journeys through the choreographer's earlier astonishing work.Nine dancers test the limits of physical possibility and dice with danger in this brutal… Read More

Spiel – Hampstead Feb ’07

Closed: 11 February 2007 - Hampstead Theatre

Film critic Jason Solomons is joined by a selection of guests to discuss contemporary cultural events with Jewish content. Among the panel are culture commentator Hadley Freeman, actor Henry Goodman, restaurant… Read More

Spies

Closed: 15 March 2008 - Greenwich Theatre

A bittersweet evocation of childhood with a gripping mystery at its heart.During the Second World War in a quiet suburban cul-de-sac where gardens – and dark secrets – lie behind neatly… Read More

Spike Milligan’s Adolf Hitler: My Part In His Downfall

Closed: 30 January 2010 - Richmond Theatre

Spike Milligan's Adolf Hitler: My Part In His Downfall is the stage adaptation of the late comedian Spike Milligan's celebrated war memoirs. In Spike's own words, this comedy follows Gunner… Read More

Spike Milligan’s Adolf Hitler: My Part In His Downfall

Closed: 23 August 2009 - Hampstead Theatre

Spike Milligan’s Adolf Hitler: My Part In His Downfall sees the much-loved comedian’s celebrated war memoirs finally brought to the stage. An anarchic odyssey, Spike Milligan’s Adolf Hitler: My Part… Read More

Spin

Closed: 27 March 2010 - Lyric Hammersmith

An engaging and interactive hour about poetry. The word-wizards of Apples and Snakes cook up wonderful ways to play on words, showing just what you can do with them. Rappers,… Read More

Spin

Closed: 3 December 2009 - Half Moon Young People’s Theatre

Top class rappers, poets and storytellers, each with their own distinct style, will send audiences spiralling as they cook up wonderful ways to play with words.Spin is suitable for ages… Read More

Spiral

Closed: 1 September 2018 - Park Theatre

The world premiere of Spiral tells the story of two troubled women, exploring issues surrounding teen runaways, abuse and bullying. London. 2018. A bedsit. A young woman in trouble. A… Read More

Spirit of the Dance

Closed: 13 June 2004 - New Wimbledon Theatre

Inspired by the hugely popular Riverdance and Lord of the Dance, this dance company presents a rollercoaster tour of music and dance from all over the world in a spectacular… Read More

Spirit Of The Dance

Closed: 9 June 2007 - Richmond Theatre

Tango, flamenco, salsa and Irish dance come together in one spectacular show.Spirit Of The Dance is now in its 10th year and has been seen by over 30 million people… Read More

Spirit Of The Dance

Closed: 2 April 2004 - Richmond Theatre

Spirit Of The Dance blend music and dance from all over the world, ranging from red-hot Salsa to dramaric Celtic dance.Find out more about the rich variety of West End… Read More

Spirit Of The Man, The

Closed: 25 March 2006

In Stephen Lowe’s heavenly new play, Cloughie is back from the beyond larger than life with plenty of advice for the floundering writer. With the play finally written and a… Read More

Spirited Away

Closed: 24 August 2024 - London Coliseum

Studio Ghibli’s Oscar-winning Spirited Away is re-imagined in this extraordinary production. Featuring wildly imaginative puppets, dazzling set and costume design and a live orchestra playing the magnificent original film score. Read More

Splash!

Closed: 29 May 2013 - Lyric Hammersmith

From a puddle to the ocean, from a tap to the toilet, water is everywhere we go. Sometimes we don't have enough of it, other times we can't get away… Read More

Splat!

Closed: 4 April 2013 - Barbican: Silk Street Theatre

Dancing in roller skates and a deer head, being hunted by her stage hands or drowning in tomatoes, artist The Famous Lauren Barri Holstein doesn't shy away from creating confrontational… Read More

Splendour

Closed: 26 September 2015 - Donmar Warehouse

Acclaimed stage and screen actress Sinéad Cusack stars in Robert Hastie’s revival of Abi Morgan’s devastating play Splendour at the Donmar Warehouse. Set in the opulent drawing room of a… Read More

Splish Splash!

Closed: 11 November 2006 - Little Angel Theatre

Explore the world of the little mermaid in this production aimed a 2-5 year olds. A gentle theatrical experience with plenty of audience interaction.Babies and children under the age of… Read More

Spoonface Steinberg

Closed: 19 April 2009 - Greenwich Theatre

Spoonface Steinberg is a 9-year-old girl with an infectious perspective on life. She is affected by autism, and her quirky and eloquent take on the world around her is mesmerising,… Read More

Spot

Closed: 1 June 2013 - Polka Theatre

I'm the sun in yellow, the sea in blue and fire in red... when I turn red, I get excited! I'm a bright street; I'm a feast... and Oh! Now… Read More

Spotlight On… Elaine Stritch

Closed: 7 August 2008 - Shaw Theatre

Broadway sensation Elaine Stritch, who performs her solo show at the Shaw this summer, is interviewed by West End legend Elaine Paige.Interview is followed by questions from the audience.  Read More

Spring Awakening

Closed: 14 March 2009 - Lyric Hammersmith

In a world where grown-ups hold all the cards, three school friends experience the exhilarating, turbulent journey into adulthood… Spring Awakening is a vibrant and poignant story about a brilliant… Read More

Spring Awakening

Closed: 31 May 2009 - Novello Theatre

Based on the controversial 19th century novel by Frank Wedekind, Spring Awakening is a new musical which sets the sexual awakening and passions of three teenagers against a backdrop of… Read More

Spring Awakening

Closed: 29 January 2022 - Almeida Theatre

Winner of the Tony and Olivier awards for best musical, Spring Awakening tells a story of adolescent anarchy, set to one of the most loved scores of the 21st century. A group… Read More

Spring Storm

Closed: 22 July 2010 - National Theatre Cottesloe

Spring Storm is a gripping early play by Tennessee Williams, which received its European premiere in this production. Heavenly has almost everything a young woman could desire, but when she… Read More

Springboard

Closed: 28 April 2009 - Linbury Studio (Royal Opera House)

Springboard is performed by Ballet Central, which is comprised of graduate year students from the Central School of Ballet. In Springboard, these students return to the Linbury with an exciting… Read More

Springboard – Rambert School Of Ballet And Contemporary Dance

Closed: 24 June 2009 - Linbury Studio (Royal Opera House)

The Rambert School of Ballet and Contemporary Dance returns to the Linbury Studio with new ballet and contemporary works created by students and professional choreographers. New pieces are complemented by… Read More

Springboard – The Orpheus Centre

Closed: 18 July 2009 - Linbury Studio (Royal Opera House)

The vibrant residential performance arts centre, where young disabled adults work closely with both disabled and non-disabled performers, creates inspiring and constantly surprising pieces of theatre. Read More

Springheeled 2007

Closed: 5 May 2007 - Blue Elephant Theatre

A collection of new dance and multimedia works.Find out more about the rich variety of West End shows on offer in Theatreland. Read More

Sprouting Leonard And The Ghastly Grump

Closed: 23 September 2006 - Tricycle Theatre

Poor Leonard. He's been rather lonely since he was sent to stay with his Aunt, Gloria Grump, until he meets Florence a real live fairy in the cobweb filled attic.… Read More

Spur Of The Moment

Closed: 14 August 2010 - Royal Court Jerwood Theatre Upstairs

Spur Of The Moment looks at the distance between close family relations and a young girl on the brink of adolescence. Pre-teen Delilah enjoys High School Musical, swim parties and… Read More

Spymonkey’s Love In

Closed: 3 July 2011 - Udderbelly

Spymonkey's Love In features outrageous naughtiness, a pole-dancing Joan of Arc, Jacques Cousteau on acid, a mermaid who can't get up the duff and Tantric ping-pong balls. Internationally renowned comedy… Read More

Spyski

Closed: 1 November 2008 - Lyric Hammersmith

Legal theatrical disclaimer – Peepolykus absolutely deny all allegations that in Spyski they might be about to unleash a completely fictitious, untrue, comedy about the poisoning of a Russian dissident… Read More

Squally Showers

Closed: 14 September 2013 - National Theatre Temporary Theatre

Little Bulb Theatre returns with its latest theatrical offering, which combines dance theatre with the whirlwind of the 1980s. Featuring exciting choreography, an eclectic soundtrack and bizarre characters, Squally Showers… Read More

Squirrels & The After-Dinner Joke

Closed: 7 June 2014 - Orange Tree Theatre

The Orange Tree Theatre presents a double bill of plays by internationally acclaimed writers David Mamet and Caryl Churchill. Directed by Lewis Gray, Mamet’s 1974 play Squirrels follows Arthur as… Read More

St Matthew Passion

Closed: 2 October 2011 - National Theatre Olivier

Jonathan Miller’s staging of Bach’s St Matthew Passion will be performed in collaboration with the Southbank Sinfonia.Bach’s Passion is presented in two parts and retells the dramatic story of the… Read More

St Petersburg Ballet Theatre: Swan Lake

Closed: 21 November 2005

Drama and mystery, excitement and passion, Tchaikovsky’s luscious score combines with Petipa’s consummate choreography to create an enthralling evening of classical ballet. The sublime, dramatic masterpiece of Swan Lake offers… Read More

St Petersburg Ballet Theatre’s Swan Lake

Closed: 2 September 2018 - London Coliseum

The internationally acclaimed St Petersburg Ballet Theatre is swanning back into the West End for a strictly limited time with its full-length production of Swan Lake at the London Coliseum.… Read More

Stalled

Closed: 23 March 2025 - King’s Head Theatre

In a bougie ass Seattle ladies' room, meet a frazzled mother, a neurodivergent daughter, a young non-binary poet and a terrified queer computer scientist – together navigating the ups and… Read More

Stamping, Shouting And Singing Home

Closed: 3 November 2006 - Polka Theatre

Lizzie and her family long for progress, inspired by their ancestor Sojourner Truth, freedom fighter, and just one of the many heroes the history books forgot. With Sojourner's dreams pumping… Read More

Stand Tall – A Rock Musical

Closed: 12 November 2011 - Landor Theatre

Stand Tall - A Rock Musical is a new musical re-telling of the biblical tale of David and Goliath with David's sling re-imagined as an electric guitar that belts out… Read More

Stand Up For Firebox

Closed: 1 May 2013 - Bloomsbury Theatre

Laughter's good medicine for the movement! So join us for a spectacular night of comedy to raise money for Firebox. Firebox is a haven for dangerously progressive ideas in the… Read More

Stand Up For NAPAC

Closed: 8 May 2013 - Bloomsbury Theatre

An evening of comedy, supporting the work of NAPAC, the only national organisation focused on supporting adults who have been abused in any way as children. With:Stewart LeeMark ThomasIsy SuttieMark… Read More

Stand Up Women

Closed: 4 March 2006 - Hackney Empire

A host of lady laughter-mongers aim to induce chortles. Gina Yashere compères an evening that includes appearances from Nina Conti, Shazia Mirza, Jackie Clune and Mary Bourke. Read More

Stand-Up Against the Wall

Closed: 18 September 2004 - Bloomsbury Theatre

This event is organised by the Palestinian Solidarity Campaign, who have been working for over 20 years to build a just and sustainable peace in the Middle East. Read More

Standing At The Sky’s Edge

Closed: 3 August 2024 - Gillian Lynne Theatre

Standing At The Sky's Edge. A castle built of streets in the sky. Poppy wants to escape her old life in London. Joy and Jimmy want to spend the rest… Read More

Star Quality

Closed: 27 May 2006 - Richmond Theatre

In his wickedly funny final play, set in the 1950s, Noël Coward takes us behind the scenes of a new West End production. From the tentative rehearsal to the triumphant… Read More

Stark Dallas Naked

Closed: 18 August 2007 - Soho Theatre

A cult underground comedy uncovering a dastardly plot to ruin the Ewing Empire.Sue-Ellen is still drunk, Pamela is still stupid and JR is just asking to get shot.This show is… Read More

Starlight Express: The Third Dimension

Closed: 2 December 2006 - New Wimbledon Theatre

The fastest musical on wheels skates into the New Wimbledon theatre.Andrew Lloyd Webber's story of trains in love, steam versus diesel and helter-skelter, hell-for-leather roller-racing is a turbocharged spectacular.Looking to… Read More

Starry Starry Night

Closed: 14 January 2006 - Lyric Hammersmith Studio

Milly feels sad and alone, until one night something special happens. While trying to fall asleep she finds herself in a world where all her toys are huge. Or has… Read More

Stars Are Out Tonight

Closed: 13 June 2005 - Lyric Hammersmith

Pius Hickey despairs about being different and questions his purpose in life. A guardian angel appears and leads him on a spectacular journey to distant planets and across time in… Read More

Stars In The Morning Sky

Closed: 3 March 2007 - Union Theatre

Moscow 1980. The Summer Olympic games are about to begin and the international visitors are arriving. The Soviet government is determined to hide those parts of society they would rather… Read More

Start Night

Closed: 14 December 2009 - Hampstead Downstairs

Start Nights offer a chance to see the talent of the future flexing its creative muscles at Hampstead theatre.Start Nights are an opportunity for emerging and established writers to test… Read More

State Fair

Closed: 28 August 2010 - Trafalgar Studios 2

Set against the colourful backdrop of an American heartland tradition, State Fair travels with the Frake family as they leave behind the routine of the farm for three days of… Read More

State Fair

Closed: 29 August 2009 - Finborough Theatre

State Fair, the classic Broadway musical and film, is set against the colourful backdrop of an American heartland tradition. The story follows the Frake family as they leave behind the… Read More

State Of Emergency

Closed: 13 December 2008 - Gate Theatre

When the world outside is dangerous and every sound is a siren, home becomes a haven. But what happens if home becomes hell? Richter's unsettling play probes life behind society's… Read More

State Red

Closed: 6 December 2014 - Hampstead Downstairs

The new drama by Atiha Sen Gupta, State Red questions the idea of ‘family comes first’ and confronts the cracks in modern society. Late at night after a gruelling, boozy… Read More

Statement Of Regret

Closed: 6 February 2008

Kwaku Mackenzie, founder of a Black policy think tank, hits the bottle after his father's death. As media interest in the once dynamic institute fades, his team grows fractious and… Read More

Static

Closed: 3 May 2008 - Soho Theatre

Shortly after her husband dies, Sarah discovers a tape that he made but never gave her. She soon becomes convinced that it contains a secret message. What could the tape… Read More

Statues

Closed: 9 November 2024 - Bush Theatre

"He grew up to be a man whose sighs and slumps replaced sentences. Is that gonna be me?" Days after his father's passing, English teacher Yusuf discovers a dusty mixtape… Read More

Staying Alive

Closed: 22 May 2004 - Bloomsbury Theatre

Staying Alive pulses with poems about growing up and old, about tumbling in and out of love, the oxygen of birth, our wars and peace and the downright ordinary; here's… Read More

Steel Magnolias

Closed: 29 April 2006 - New Wimbledon Studio

Steel Magnolias is a comedic drama about a group of female friends in Louisiana. When M'Lynne's daughter needs a kidney transplant, the reality of life is brought home.The story is… Read More

STELLA

Closed: 18 June 2016 - Hoxton Hall

Inspired by the scandalous true story of Mr Ernest Boulton, one half of the memorable Victorian cross-dressing duo Fanny and STELLA, Neil Bartlett portrays a man reminiscing about his lifelong… Read More

Stella

Closed: 25 March 2012 - Greenwich Theatre

A story of time and space. A performed reading.In ancient civilisations, temple priestesses meticulously mapped the heavens, seeking to understand their gods. And so astronomy was born. In this new… Read More

Stella

Closed: 13 July 2013 - Greenwich Theatre

A story of women and astronomy, shortlisted for the Brighton Fringe / New Writing South Best New Play Award. In ancient civilisations, temple priestesses meticulously mapped the heavens, seeking to… Read More

Step

Closed: 16 March 2013 - Theatre Royal Stratford East

Step is a gritty comedy drama about two young people leaving east London to start a new life at uni. Best friends Kara & Tyrone must learn to live without… Read More

Step 9 (Of 12)

Closed: 26 May 2012 - Trafalgar Studios 2

Step 9 (Of 12) follows Keith (The Inbetweeners’ Blake Harrison), a man who just wants to say he’s sorry. A lifetime of drug and alcohol abuse has given him a… Read More

Step LIVE! 2013

Closed: 14 July 2013 - Sadler’s Wells

Bursting with youthful energy, over 400 talented young dancers from schools in 32 London Boroughs and Essex will come together to celebrate their love of dance in this colourful, diverse… Read More

Stephen And The Sexy Partridge

Closed: 2 January 2010 - Trafalgar Studios 2

Inspired by The Twelve Days Of Christmas, Stephen And The Sexy Partridge is a ridiculously silly, unexpectedly topical and infectiously energetic tale of Christmas cheer, of bagpipe-playing potatoes, revolutionary hens… Read More

Stephen Carlin: Blows The Lid Off The Whole Filthy Business

Closed: 5 June 2010 - Soho Theatre

Stephen Carlin brings his hit Edinburgh show to Soho theatre. Quarrying wildly original material from the most conventional of starting points, Carlin trawls through his life and past experiences to… Read More

Stephen Carlin: Fantastic Voyage

Closed: 16 June 2007 - Soho Theatre

Join this new Scottish comic in his battle against the humdrum and mundane. With razor sharp routines and a fancy suit, he has only 60 minutes to save the world...… Read More

Stephen Grant: Life’s Too Short

Closed: 17 March 2007 - Soho Theatre

The quick-witted stand-up tackles a range of issues from morality, pedantry and science, to the complexities of the English language. Read More

Stephen K Amos

Closed: 27 February 2010 - Eventim Apollo

Stephen K Amos is back with a brand new show for 2009/2010. It is full to bursting with more fun, warmth, bonhomie and love than ever before. Forget the credit… Read More

Stephen K Amos

Closed: 25 July 2010 - Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre

Having sold-out a 74 date UK tour, Stephen K Amos is appears at Regent’s Park Open Air theatre with a show full to bursting with more fun, warmth, bonhomie and… Read More

Stephen K Amos And Lucy Porter

Closed: 22 June 2008 - Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre

Stephen K Amos brings you an hour of his own special brand of feel good comedy delivered straight from the heart with a twinkle in his eye.If you’ve never seen… Read More

Stephen K Amos And Phil Nichol

Closed: 26 October 2006 - Garrick Theatre

Stephen K Amos joins 2006 If.comeddies Award winner Phil Nichol on the West End stage.Popular stand-up Amos contemplates himself in new show All Of Me.Nichol's award-winning show The Naked Racist delves into… Read More

Stephen K Amos: All Of Me

Closed: 25 November 2006 - Soho Theatre

Amos bares all in his brutally honest feel-good show. Read More

Stephen K Amos: Find The Funny

Closed: 6 June 2009 - Hackney Empire

Comedian Amos brings his stand-up show to Hackney.  Read More

Stephen K Amos: Find The Funny

Closed: 31 January 2009 - Bloomsbury Theatre

New comedy from star of Live At The Apollo (BBC) and Royal Variety Show (ITV). Read More

Stephen K Amos: More Of Me

Closed: 13 October 2007 - Soho Theatre

Stephen K Amos, renowned for his chatty delivery, energy and warmth, is back with his all new, stunningly cheeky and even more revealing show. Read More

Stephen K Amos: More of Me

Closed: 15 December 2007 - Bloomsbury Theatre

Fresh from sell out success and critical acclaim at the 2007 Edinburgh Fringe and the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Stephen K Amos comes to The Bloomsbury on his first ever… Read More

Stephen Lynch Live

Closed: 7 September 2013 - Arts Theatre

American music-based comedian Stephen Lynch opens the UK leg of his Lion tour at the Arts theatre. Lynch, Tony nominated for his performance in The Wedding Singer, makes his West… Read More

Stephen Sondheim Platform

Closed: 5 July 2004

To mark the opening of A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum, Stephen Sondheim speaks at the National about his work. Unfortunately, Stephen Sondheim has had to… Read More

Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends

Closed: 6 January 2024 - Gielgud Theatre

Celebrating the life and work of the great Stephen Sondheim, Old Friends won the Best Theatre Event at the 2023 WhatsOnStage Awards. It sold out within a couple of hours… Read More

Stephen Ward

Closed: 29 March 2014 - Aldwych Theatre

Richard Eyre directs the world premiere of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s new musical about one of the most sensational political scandals of the 20th century. Featuring a book and lyrics by… Read More

Stepping Out

Closed: 17 June 2017 - Vaudeville Theatre

Amanda Holden, Tracy-Ann Oberman, Nicola Stephenson and Natalie Casey lead the cast of Richard Harris’ award-winning comedy Stepping Out. Transferring to the Vaudeville Theatre following a tour of the UK,… Read More

Stepping Out

Closed: 24 April 2010 - Richmond Theatre

In a dusty church hall, ex-professional dancer Mavis Turner holds her weekly tap class. Every Thursday, in stumbles her well-intentioned but not overly talented troupe - the awkward but hugely… Read More

Stepping Out

Closed: 22 June 2013 - Greenwich Theatre

This feel good night out enjoyed a hugely successful West End run and won the 1984 Evening Standard Best Comedy Award. It is a warm and very laugh out loud… Read More
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