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
Here You Come Again
From £25Save 56%

Here You Come Again

Riverside Studios
A Very Naughty Christmas
From £15Save 44%

A Very Naughty Christmas

Southwark Playhouse Elephant
A Midsummer Night's Dream - Barbican
From £28Save 41%
Richard II
From £23

Richard II

Bridge Theatre
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical
From £25Save 39%

The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical

The Other Palace - Main Theatre
The Little Foxes
From £25Save 39%

The Little Foxes

Young Vic (Main House)
Hansel and Gretel - Globe
From £8Save 35%
Starlight Express
From £33

Starlight Express

Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre
Witness for the Prosecution
From £18

Witness for the Prosecution

London County Hall
Macbeth
From £13Save 44%

Macbeth

Lyric Hammersmith
The Lonely Londoners
From £15Save 35%
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Birdsong
From £15Save 40%

Birdsong

Alexandra Palace
Ballet Shoes
From £43Save 40%

Ballet Shoes

Olivier Theatre
Play On!
From £13Save 36%

Play On!

Lyric Hammersmith
SCISSORHANDZ: A Musical Reinvented
From £23Save 33%

SCISSORHANDZ: A Musical Reinvented

Southwark Playhouse Elephant
East is South
From £25Save 40%

East is South

Hampstead Theatre
Cyrano
From £37

Cyrano

Park Theatre
Only Fools and Horses The Musical
From £51
101 Dalmatians - The Musical
From £28Save 31%
Cirque du Soleil - Corteo
From £71Save 22%

Cirque du Soleil - Corteo

Royal Albert Hall
Aladdin
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Aladdin

Lyric Hammersmith
Cymbeline - Globe
From £8Save 32%

Cymbeline - Globe

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
Shanghai Dolls
From £15Save 35%

Shanghai Dolls

Kiln Theatre
TRASH!
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TRASH!

Peacock Theatre
The Brightening Air
From £25Save 40%
F**king Men
From £20Save 35%

F**king Men

Waterloo East Theatre
Bat Out of Hell
From £28

Bat Out of Hell

Peacock Theatre
The Seagull
From £259

The Seagull

Barbican Centre
Dear England
From £28

Dear England

Olivier Theatre
The Gift
From £18Save 38%

The Gift

Park Theatre
Lavender, Hyacinth, Violet, Yew
From £15Save 46%
Dick Whittington and His Cat
From £15Save 52%
Punch
From £39

Punch

Young Vic (Main House)
Drum Tao - The Dream
From £28Save 33%

Drum Tao - The Dream

Peacock Theatre
Three Sisters - Globe
From £23Save 32%

Three Sisters - Globe

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
Second Best
From £45

Second Best

Riverside Studios
A Good House
From £18

A Good House

Royal Court
Manhunt
From £18

Manhunt

Royal Court
Sing Street
From £18

Sing Street

Lyric Hammersmith
Tom Fletcher's The Creakers
From £47

Tom Fletcher's The Creakers

Queen Elizabeth Hall - Southbank Centre
Speed
From £15Save 46%

Speed

Bush Theatre
…blackbird hour
From £13Save 43%
Copla: A Spanish Cabaret
From £18Save 22%
Onegin
From £38

Onegin

Royal Opera House
Stalled
From £13Save 36%

Stalled

King's Head Theatre
A Knock on the Roof
From £18
Love Songs by Candlelight
From £20

Love Songs by Candlelight

The Actors' Church
Canned Goods
From £19

Canned Goods

Southwark Playhouse Borough
How To Fight Loneliness
From £15Save 46%
The Massive Tragedy Of Madame Bovary
From £23

The Massive Tragedy Of Madame Bovary

Southwark Playhouse Borough
Dracula
From £18

Dracula

Lyric Hammersmith
Ghosts
From £18

Ghosts

Lyric Hammersmith

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
Titanique
From £30

Titanique

Criterion Theatre
Mean Girls
From £28

Mean Girls

Savoy Theatre
Hadestown
From £23

Hadestown

Lyric Theatre
The Tempest
From £30

The Tempest

Theatre Royal Drury Lane
The Book of Mormon
From £23

The Book of Mormon

Prince of Wales Theatre
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