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.

All Off West End Shows

Starlight Express
From £33

Starlight Express

Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre
ABBA Voyage
From £48

ABBA Voyage

ABBA Arena
A Midsummer Night's Dream
From £23
Noughts & Crosses
From £18

Noughts & Crosses

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
Not Your Superwoman
From £18
Fiddler on the Roof
From £87

Fiddler on the Roof

Barbican Centre
Quadrophenia
From £18

Quadrophenia

Sadler's Wells
Plied & Prejudice
From £22

Plied & Prejudice

The Vaults Theatre
101 Dalmatians - The Musical
From £28
Witness for the Prosecution
From £19

Witness for the Prosecution

London County Hall
Storehouse
From £42

Storehouse

Deptford Storehouse
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Good Night, Oscar
From £28

Good Night, Oscar

Barbican Centre
The Rocky Horror Show
From £18

The Rocky Horror Show

New Wimbledon Theatre
Romeo and Juliet - Globe
From £8
Sabrage
From £28

Sabrage

Lafayette
Inter Alia
From £56

Inter Alia

Lyttelton Theatre
Nye
From £43

Nye

Olivier Theatre
Lovestuck: A New Comedy Musical
From £26

Lovestuck: A New Comedy Musical

Theatre Royal Stratford East
The Ministry of Lesbian Affairs
From £18
The Lady from the Sea
From £28

The Lady from the Sea

Bridge Theatre
King of Pangea
From £15

King of Pangea

King's Head Theatre
This Bitter Earth
From £15

This Bitter Earth

Soho Theatre
The Crucible - Globe
From £28
Alice in Wonderland
From £16

Alice in Wonderland

Marylebone Theatre
Sing Street
From £13

Sing Street

Lyric Hammersmith
Our Cosmic Dust
From £18

Our Cosmic Dust

Park Theatre
The Playboy of the Western World
From £43
The Diana Mixtape
From £39

The Diana Mixtape

HERE at Outernet
Brigadoon
From £18

Brigadoon

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
50 First Dates
From £39

50 First Dates

The Other Palace - Main Theatre
From £20
Miss Myrtle's Garden
From £18
Saving Mozart
From £21

Saving Mozart

The Other Palace - Main Theatre
Diamonds and Dust
From £51

Diamonds and Dust

Emerald Theatre
Four Play
From £13

Four Play

King's Head Theatre
The Unbelievers
From £18

The Unbelievers

Royal Court
The Woman in Black
From £21

The Woman in Black

Alexandra Palace
OSCAR at The Crown
From £15
Coven
From £18

Coven

Kiln Theatre
The Daughter of Time
From £24

The Daughter of Time

Charing Cross Theatre
After Sunday
From £13

After Sunday

Bush Theatre
The Magicians Table
From £51
War Horse
From £18

War Horse

New Wimbledon Theatre
Showmanism
From £28

Showmanism

Hampstead Theatre
Dracula
From £13

Dracula

Lyric Hammersmith
The Enormous Crocodile
From £18

The Enormous Crocodile

Regent's Park Open Air 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.

The Great Gatsby
From £20

The Great Gatsby

London Coliseum
Evita
From £28

Evita

London Palladium
The Devil Wears Prada
From £28

The Devil Wears Prada

Dominion Theatre
From £23

The Book of Mormon

Prince of Wales Theatre
Clueless the Musical
From £25

Clueless the Musical

Trafalgar Theatre
Disney's Hercules
From £33

Disney's Hercules

Theatre Royal Drury Lane
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