10 Exciting London Theatre Breaks: Seize These Deals Now! (2024)
Theatre breaks in London offer the perfect opportunity to combine the magic of live performances with the excitement of exploring one of the coolest cities in the world.
In this comprehensive guide, I’ve done all the heavy lifting for you and recommend the best deals on London theatre breaks.
From the best shows to the best hotels, here are the best deals on London theatre break packages happening right now. Get your London theatre break booked for 2024 ASAP!
Please note: I don’t have any affiliate links in this list. I don’t get paid to recommend deals. I am recommending shows that are getting good, honest reviews, and ones I’ve seen myself!
What to Consider When Booking a Theatre Break
1. Choose the Best Show for You
Start with what you want to see, rather than where you want to stay.
The West End offers everything from long-running musicals like The Lion King and Wicked to mystery theatre, to plays starring celebrities, to new groundbreaking premieres.
What type of theatre experience do you want to have? What type of shows do you like most? Here’s a list of the best shows happening in the West End right now to get you started.
2. Theatre Breaks in London Book Up Fast
Not only do many shows sell out nightly, but you’ll get the best choice of hotel when you book well in advance.
Popular shows can sell out quickly, especially during holidays and weekends.
If you book last minute, you might not get the best hotel or the best theatre seats, and the show you want may be sold out, especially on Fridays and Saturdays.
3. Hotel Theatre Breaks in London Have Unlimited Choices
Most theatre breaks in London offer a million hotel choices for your package. So how do you choose?
Stick to your budget. Don’t limit your hotel choice to near the West End, where prices will be higher and availability will be lower.
There are so many beautiful hotels that are a hop, skip and jump away on the tube. You’ll get more for your money if you’re open to a wider area.
Best Theatre Breaks London: Hot Deals Happening Right Now
Here’s 10 of the best deals for theatre breaks in London happening for 2024.
1. Theater Breaks in London for Dark Comedy
Mean Girls + Choice of Hotel from £119pp
Get in loser, we’re going to London!
Mean Girls has finally made its way from Broadway to the West End, and it’s getting rave reviews.
Written by SNL’s Tina Fey and starring some of London’s top talent, it’s going to be one of the hottest shows for 2024.
If you’re coming to London for a ladies weekend or girls day out, this is definitely the show you should see!
2. Spooky Theater Breaks in London:
Stranger Things: The First Shadow + Choice of Hotel from £179pp
Teens and tweens, and even parents obsessed with the Netflix mega-hit: it’s coming to the West End!
Travel back in time to Hawkins, Indiana, where the Demogorgon is set to take over the London stage.
Book fast – this show continues to sell out night after night.
3. Theater Breaks in London for Rock and Roll:
Tina: The Musical + choice of hotel from £105pp
The original, the queen, the absolute icon Tina Turner comes back to life in this hit musical of her greatest hits and epic life story.
Tina is one of the more popular theatre breaks in London, especially now after the sad death of Tina Turner.
Book well in advance to find great hotel deals with this really amazing deal on your london theatre break!
4. Theatre Breaks in London: Royal History
Six The Musical + Choice of Hotel from £99pp
Theater breaks in London don’t get more London than this!
We all know the story of Henry VIII and his six wives, but in this musical, the wives finally get to tell their side of the story.
Six has won several awards and it’s a great option if you can’t sit still for a longer show, clocking in at a short 80 minutes with no intermission.
This deal is from Wowcher, and make sure to book well in advance: Six is one of the most popular musicals in London and sells out nightly.
5. London Theatre Breaks…from America?
Hamilton + Choice of Hotel from £149pp
Don’t throw away your shot (sorry, couldn’t resist) to see Hamilton live in the West end with a choice of 3 or 4 star hotel for this amazing price.
If you haven’t heard of Hamilton, the smash hit American musical that skyrocketed Lin Manuel Miranda to a household name, here’s the synopsis:
“At the centre of this groundbreaking, multi-award-winning musical is the story of founding father Alexander Hamilton, whose ambition drove him from the position of Caribbean outsider and bastard child to American war hero and George Washington’s right-hand man. In the process, Alexander Hamilton powerfully shaped America as we have come to know it — and gave us all a template for what it means to pull ourselves up by our bootstraps and realise the American Dream.”
You’ll be singing all the way home.
This deal is from Wowcher, so when you go to redeem, make sure you book dates well in advance.
Even though it seems like everyone and their mother has already seen Hamilton, it still sells out nightly.
6. Cheeky Theater Breaks in London:
Mrs Doubtfire + Choice of Hotel from £99pp
If you’re a child of the 80s and 90s like me, you remember this cult-classic film starring Robin Williams and Sally Field.
Now it’s debut in the West End is getting rave reviews and is a great option for families with children 6+ (no children under 6 admitted).
If you need a laugh (don’t we all) this is one of the best theater breaks in London for you.
This deal is from Wowcher and it’s an incredible value if you can book far enough ahead. These theater breaks in London just opened and they’re becoming popular, so book ASAP.
7. Hotel Theatre Breaks in London for a Nostalgia Trip
Abba Voyage + Choice of Hotel from £219pp
Mamma Mia, here we go again. Abba Voyage is a feat of modern technology, as the band “performs” in 3D right before your eyes.
“Watch in wonder as Agnetha, Björn, Benny and Anni-Frid perform as digital versions of themselves, along with a live 10-piece band in a purpose-built venue at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Using the latest in motion capture technology and special effects, this 90-minute mega-mix spectacle blurs the lines between the physical and digital to create the greatest ABBA performance the world has never seen“
Note that this show is not in the West End, but it’s very easy to get to in East London.
8. Theatre Breaks London…via Hogwarts!
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts 1&2 + Choice of Hotel from £209pp
If you’re up for an epic London theatre break, sit your butt down for 5 hours of Harry Potter. That’s right: it’s the longest show ever.
But it’s worth it for the incredible effects, the brand new Harry Potter storyline, and takes you straight to Hogwarts with its charming sets.
This is a great option if you missed out on getting Harry Potter Studios tickets (those sell out incredibly fast and far in advance).
This deal can get expensive fast if you want closer seats or a better hotel, so book in advance for the best deal. You may need to sit on the balcony to keep it closer to £200.
Harry Potter is one of the best shows I’ve ever seen (even though it’s a time commitment, for sure), and one of the most iconic theater breaks in London you can do at the moment.
9. Theatre Breaks in London Based on Films
Moulin Rouge + Choice of Hotel from £119pp
Want a little taste of Paris in London? Moulin Rouge the Musical brings Baz Luhrmann’s spectacle film to life on stage.
This is a totally unique show that will wow you with the set, costumes, and incredible music.
10. London Hotel Theatre Breaks: Broadway Hits
The Book of Mormon with Choice of Hotel from £99pp
If you haven’t seen the hilarious Broadway hit The Book of Mormon, 2024 is the year you have to see it. The story follows a pair of Mormon missionaries as they bumble their way through an unfamiliar land. Hilarity ensues.
From the creators of South Park, this one can be crass, so it’s not the best for smaller theatre goers.
London Theatre Breaks: Final Tips
A theatre break in London promises an enchanting blend of world-class performances, cultural immersion, and unforgettable experiences. From selecting the perfect show to securing accommodation in the heart of the action, careful planning ensures a seamless and memorable trip.
If you’re looking for other things to do while you’re in London, check out my perfect 1-day London itineraries, how to weekend in London like a local, and the best places to stay for your first visit to London.
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