Off West End shows
Here You Come Again
Riverside Studios
A Very Naughty Christmas
Southwark Playhouse Elephant
ABBA Voyage
ABBA Arena
Guys & Dolls
Bridge TheatreGuys & Dolls - Standing & Stage Area
Bridge Theatre
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical
The Other Palace - Main Theatre
Only Fools and Horses The Musical
Eventim Apollo
Aladdin
Lyric Hammersmith
Starlight Express
Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre
Dear England
Olivier Theatre
La Clique
Leicester Square Spiegeltent
Christmas by Candlelight - The Actors' Church
The Actors' Church
Hansel and Gretel - Globe
Globe Theatre
Ballet Shoes
Olivier Theatre
The Little Foxes
Young Vic (Main House)
Witness for the Prosecution
London County Hall
Richard II
Bridge Theatre
Horrible Christmas
Alexandra Palace
The Liar, The Bitch and The Wardrobe (A very adult panto)
Turbine Theatre
Cirque du Soleil - Corteo
Royal Albert Hall
Circa’s Duck Pond
Royal Festival Hall - Southbank Centre
Christmas by Candlelight - St Giles-in-the-Fields
St Giles-in-the-Fields
101 Dalmatians - The Musical
Eventim Apollo
Bat Out of Hell
Peacock Theatre
Strictly Come Dancing - Birmingham - The Live Tour 2025
Utilita Arena Birmingham
A Good House
Royal Court
The Snowman
Peacock Theatre
Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular
Empress Museum
A Midsummer Night's Dream - Barbican
Barbican Centre
Play On!
Lyric Hammersmith
The Lonely Londoners
Kiln Theatre
Wolves On Road
Bush Theatre
Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake
Sadler's Wells
Shanghai Dolls
Kiln Theatre
All’s Well That Ends Well - Globe
Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
Sh!t-faced Showtime®: A Pissedmas Carol
Leicester Square Theatre
The Massive Tragedy Of Madame Bovary
Southwark Playhouse Borough
Strictly Come Dancing - Manchester - The Live Tour 2025
AO Arena Manchester
Cinderella
King's Head Theatre
Alterations
Lyttelton Theatre
Lavender, Hyacinth, Violet, Yew
Bush Theatre
F**king Men
Waterloo East Theatre
Strictly Come Dancing - London - The Live Tour 2025
The O2 Arena
Dick Whittington and His Cat
Hackney Empire
Cyrano
Park Theatre
Jules Buckley's Aretha at Christmas
Royal Albert Hall
The Unseen
Riverside Studios
Wilko: Love and Death and Rock ‘n’ Roll
Southwark Playhouse Borough
The Purists
Kiln Theatre
The Legends Of Them
Royal Court
Speed
Bush Theatre
Strictly Come Dancing - Nottingham - The Live Tour 2025
Motorpoint Arena NottinghamEscape 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.
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