Off West End shows

From debut productions of future hits to gripping revivals, Off-West End shows at small theatres in London and the London Fringe boast theatrical excellence.
ABBA Voyage
From £66

ABBA Voyage

ABBA Arena
Second Best
From £33

Second Best

Riverside Studios
Richard II
From £33

Richard II

Bridge Theatre
Witness for the Prosecution
From £18

Witness for the Prosecution

London County Hall
Starlight Express
From £33

Starlight Express

Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre
Ghost The Musical
From £20Save 47%

Ghost The Musical

New Wimbledon Theatre
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical
From £29

The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical

The Other Palace - Main Theatre
Weather Girl
From £21

Weather Girl

Soho Theatre
SCISSORHANDZ: A Musical Reinvented
From £23

SCISSORHANDZ: A Musical Reinvented

Southwark Playhouse Elephant
Play On!
From £18

Play On!

Lyric Hammersmith
Love Songs by Candlelight
From £20

Love Songs by Candlelight

The Actors' Church
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East is South
From £25

East is South

Hampstead Theatre
Fiddler on the Roof
From £28

Fiddler on the Roof

Barbican Centre
Cirque du Soleil - Corteo
From £57

Cirque du Soleil - Corteo

Royal Albert Hall
Dear England
From £28

Dear England

Olivier Theatre
Three Sisters - Globe
From £28

Three Sisters - Globe

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
Sing Street
From £13

Sing Street

Lyric Hammersmith
Ballet Shoes
From £67

Ballet Shoes

Olivier Theatre
Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors
From £39

Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors

Menier Chocolate Factory
A Good House
From £18

A Good House

Royal Court
Stalled
From £13Save 36%

Stalled

King's Head Theatre
Romeo and Juliet
From £19

Romeo and Juliet

Hackney Empire
The Gift
From £26

The Gift

Park Theatre
Macbeth
From £13

Macbeth

Lyric Hammersmith
Manhunt
From £18

Manhunt

Royal Court
The Little Foxes
From £56

The Little Foxes

Young Vic (Main House)
Punch
From £39

Punch

Young Vic (Main House)
Birdsong
From £20

Birdsong

Alexandra Palace
Canned Goods
From £31

Canned Goods

Southwark Playhouse Borough
The Simon & Garfunkel Story
From £31
Alterations
From £23

Alterations

Lyttelton Theatre
Cruel Intentions: The '90s Musical
From £18
F**king Men
From £31

F**king Men

Waterloo East Theatre
TRASH!
From £18

TRASH!

Peacock Theatre
Light of Passage
From £25

Light of Passage

Royal Opera House
Dracula
From £18

Dracula

Lyric Hammersmith
The Lonely Londoners
From £28
Lavender, Hyacinth, Violet, Yew
From £18
Marriage Material
From £18

Marriage Material

Lyric Hammersmith
The Seagull
From £264

The Seagull

Barbican Centre
Cymbeline - Globe
From £28

Cymbeline - Globe

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
The Producers
From £86

The Producers

Menier Chocolate Factory
More Life
From £23
The Brightening Air
From £25
101 Dalmatians - The Musical
From £28
Godz
From £27

Godz

Peacock Theatre
Ghosts
From £18

Ghosts

Lyric Hammersmith
Shanghai Dolls
From £18

Shanghai Dolls

Kiln Theatre
Nye
From £39

Nye

Olivier Theatre

Escape the glimmering lights of the West End and immerse yourself in the unique charm of Off-West End shows. Step into a world where intimacy and proximity to the stage redefine your theatre experience. Off-West End theatres are known for their smaller venues, allowing you to be up close and personal with the performers, creating an immersive atmosphere that transports you right into the heart of the action.

Discover a diverse range of Off-West End shows that cater to all tastes and preferences. From fresh works by acclaimed writers to captivating revivals of dramatic classics, and even star-studded productions with limited engagements, there's something to captivate every theatre lover. Keep in mind that Off-West End shows often make their mark in smaller theatres and then go on to have a hugely long life by transfering into the West End, on Broadway, and beyond. You may be among the first few audiences to see a new world famous musical hit.

Don't let these extraordinary Off-West End shows slip through your fingers. Explore the vibrant landscape of the London Fringe and witness the birthplace of theatrical brilliance. Whether you're seeking thought-provoking dramas, innovative experimental pieces, or daring avant-garde performances, the Off-West End scene has it all.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Off-West End and West End?

Generally, major commercial venues with hundreds of seats or more, located in the West End neighbourhood, are considered West End theatres. Theatres located outside that neighbourhood, plus small theatres located within the neighbourhood, are generally considered Off-West End. However, there is no universal distinction, so some exceptions apply.

What are the most popular Off-West End shows?

Off-West End shows often play for limited runs on a rotating basis, unlike West End shows, which sometimes stick around for years. Thus, a West End show that's popular right now might be closed by tomorrow! But there are multiple famous Off-West End theatres — like the National Theatre and Almeida Theatre — that always have buzzy new shows premiering, which sometimes transfer to the West End for an extended run if they're successful.

Top selling

The Devil Wears Prada
From £28

The Devil Wears Prada

Dominion Theatre
The Book of Mormon
From £23

The Book of Mormon

Prince of Wales Theatre
The Lion King
From £39

The Lion King

Lyceum Theatre
The Mousetrap
From £28

The Mousetrap

St. Martin's Theatre
Mean Girls
From £28

Mean Girls

Savoy Theatre
Mrs. Doubtfire
From £28

Mrs. Doubtfire

Shaftesbury Theatre
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