Off West End shows
All Off West End Shows
The Hunger Games: On Stage
Troubadour Canary Wharf TheatreHigh School Musical
Troubadour Wembley Park TheatreABBA Voyage
ABBA ArenaKimberly Akimbo
Hampstead TheatreAffluenza
Riverside StudiosCome Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular
Empress MuseumMillion Dollar Quartet
The Arts at Marble Arch Powered by TodayTixCirque Alice
Royal Festival Hall - Southbank CentreThe Story
Olivier TheatreWitness for the Prosecution
London County HallMuch Ado About Nothing - Globe
Globe TheatreThe Magicians Table
The Vaults TheatreTru
Menier Chocolate FactoryPride
Bridge TheatreAs You Like It - Globe
Globe TheatreJane Eyre
Southwark Playhouse ElephantThe Snowman
Peacock TheatreFlamenc Oh!!
Peacock TheatreDeath Note: The Musical
Barbican CentreThelma & Louise: A New Musical
Young Vic (Main House)Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures - Cinderella
Sadler's WellsCirque du Soleil - Kurios
Royal Albert HallSacrilegious
Riverside StudiosThe Jungle Book
Olivier TheatreMan to Man
Royal CourtExpecting
Riverside StudiosJaja's African Hair Braiding
Lyric HammersmithSherlock Holmes and the 12 Days of Christmas
Alexandra PalaceJulius Caesar - Globe
Sam Wanamaker PlayhouseDarkling
Bush TheatreSTORIES – The Tap Dance Sensation
Peacock TheatreScrooge: Cirque Extravaganza
Excel LondonTable 17
Kiln TheatreCinderella: Buttons Undone!
Charing Cross TheatreCinderella
Lyric HammersmithSylvia
Royal Albert HallMr Loverman
Lyttelton TheatreSome Woman
Dorfman TheatreElectra/Persona
Lyttelton TheatreFences
Lyric Hammersmith58th Street
Belle Livingstone's 58th Street Country ClubSecret Cinema presents Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean: The Immersive Adventure
Secret Cinema, Greenwich PeninsulaSuddenly Last Summer
Olivier TheatreTango After Dark
Sadler's WellsHoly Fool
Park TheatreAn Oak Tree
The Other Palace - Main TheatreNine Night
Kiln TheatreGospel by Candlelight
Round Chapel, HackneyStrictly Come Dancing - London
The O2 ArenaThe Pianist
Park TheatreFourteen Again
Menier Chocolate FactoryMiss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley
Park TheatreMother Russia
Hampstead TheatreEscape 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.



























































