December Shows in London

Tis’ the season to catch the best shows on the West End and bring on the holiday cheer! Don’t miss a chance to miss your favorite shows this December. Whether it's an enduring tradition to be shared with loved ones or an exciting new way to kickstart the merrymaking, this guide is all you need to stay up to date on all new arrivals on the West End.

Christmas blockbusters on the West End

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and what’s better than jolly Christmas productions to deck the halls? Check out London’s favorite holiday blockbusters that continue to delight, year after year. 

Nutcracker

The gist: One of the most famous ballets performed in the world, Tchaikovsky’s iconic, heartwarming tale about a young girl's magical adventure is brought to life by an award-winning team at the London Coliseum. The brilliant score featuring classics like Waltz of the Flowers and the Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy has been entertaining audiences for over 100 years!
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Hansel & Gretel

The gist: Adapted from the widely adored Grimm Brothers' fairy tale, Shakespeare's Globe's remarkable production follows the two siblings on their courageous journey. If you love a classic story of good v/s evil, sprinkled on with some magic, this is the right pick for you! Fun fact - with origins in the Baltic region around 1315 CE, the story has been adapted into countless other media, including a poem, a sculpture, and a TV show!

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Oliver!

The gist: Who here cannot vividly recall the young boy standing with an empty bowl looking for some more food? Dickens' beloved story about a tough childhood was first embellished with brilliant songs in 1960 and has been a holiday staple in the theater scene ever since. While it's classic tunes like 'You've Got to Pick-a-Pocket or Two' carry a wave of nostalgia, the heartwarming story tugs at your heartstrings at the Gielgud Theatre.

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More shows to see this December

1. Duck Pond, opening 19th December @ Royal Festival Hall
2. Stick Man, opening 4th December at Bloomsbury Theatre
3. Slava's Snowshow, opening 20th December at Harold Pinter Theatre
4. Maddie's Curious Christmas, opening 6th December at Apollo Theatre
5. The Merchant of Venice opening 28th December at Trafalgar Theatre
6. The Pirates of Penzance opening 2nd December at London Coliseum
7. Titanique, opening 11th December at Criterion Theatre
8. Bill Bailey: Thoughtifier, opening 28th December at Theatre Royal Haymarket

Closing soon! Last chance to see these hits

Critics have been raving about these exciting productions on the West End. Hurry and book your tickets now before they leave London this December!

1. Wating for Godot, closing 14th December at Theatre Royal Haymarket
2. Dr. Strangelove, closing 21st December at Noel Coward Theatre
3. The Duchess, closing 20th December at Trafalgar Theatre
4. The Elixir of Love, closing 5th December at London Coliseum