There’s much fun to be had in the West End this Christmas with a variety of plays, musicals and entertainment shows for both adults and children. Here’s our pick of the best London theatre this Christmas – for Kids, for Adults – and also Special Offers and Discounts.
SHOWS FOR KIDS AT CHRISTMAS
 | The Snowman For the twelfth year, the magical stage version of Raymond Briggs’ much loved book returns to London to delight children and adults. From 2 December, Peacock Theatre DISCOUNT TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR CERTAIN DATES |  |
 | Peter Pan After a sell-out run in Kensington Gardens, Peter Pan flies into a state-of-the-art tent at the O2 for a Christmas season, featuring spectacular 360 degree projections and starring Ciaran Kellgren. From 1 December, Meridian Gardens at the O2 DISCOUNT TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR CERTAIN DATES | |
 | A Christmas Carol Presented by a company of extraordinary performers, including Gareth Hale as Scrooge, this enchanting, feel-good musical version of Charles Dickens’ much-loved tale is set to delight young and old alike this Christmas. Now until 10 January, Arts Theatre DISCOUNT TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR CERTAIN DATES | |
 | The Gruffalo This big scary monster is back in London’s West End again this Christmas for the fourth year running. Join Mouse on an adventurous journey through the deep dark wood in this magical, musical adaptation of the award winning picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. From 25 November, Apollo Theatre | |
 | Nation The National Theatre follows its success with His Dark Materials, Coram Boy and War Horse, with Mark Ravenhill’s exhilarating new adaptation of Terry Pratchett’s Nation. Now until 21 February, National Theatre | |
 | Legally Blonde A great big musical crowd-pleaser starring Sheridan Smith and Duncan James in the Broadway production of the hit movie. From 5 December, Savoy Theatre | |
 | Swan Lake Matthew Bourne’s multi award-winning hit Swan Lake returns to the Sadler’s Wells theatre. From 10 December, Sadler’s Wells Theatre | |
 | English National Ballet The English National Ballet returns to the London Coliseum this Christmas with three sumptuous productions: The Nutcracker, The Snow Queen and Giselle. The Nutcracker – From 16 December; The Snow Queen – From 8 January; Giselle – From 20 January, London Coliseum | |
Tickets full price + booking fee
SHOWS FOR ADULTS AT CHRISTMAS
 | Christmas with the Rat Pack Get into the Christmas mood with this fabulous show that brings Frank, Sammy & Dean back together for an all singing, all dancing night of 50s glamour and seasonal classics including Silent Night, Merry Little Christmas, Baby It’s Cold Outside and White Christmas. From 24 November, Adelphi Theatre DISCOUNT TICKETS AVAILABLE | |
 | La Clique A brand new Christmas show for La Clique, this time at the Roundhouse and offering a wild mix of cabaret, burlesque and circus in a strictly limited eight-week run. From 20 November, Roundhouse | |
 | Morecambe Following its sell out run at the Edinburgh Festival, Tim Whitnall’s biographical play about comedian Eric Morecambe transfers into London starring Bob Golding. From 19 December, Duchess Theatre DISCOUNT TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR CERTAIN DATES | |
 | Arturo Brachetti – Change Spectacular show starring Arturo Brachetti, one of the world’s greatest quick change artists, who brings over one hundred characters to the stage in a unique, breathtaking show that has to be seen to be believed. Until 3 January, Garrick Theatre DISCOUNT TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR CERTAIN DATES | |
Tickets full price + booking fee
SPECIAL OFFERS & DISCOUNTS
 | Hairspray Now starring Phill Jupitus and Belinda Carlisle Save £25 (excludes 18 December – 5 January) | |
 | Blood Brothers Starring the Spice Girls’ Melanie C Save £29 | |
 | Calendar Girls Starring Kelly Brook, Julie Goodyear and Janie Dee Save £15 | |
 | Grease The one that you want this Christmas Save £21 (excludes 22 December – 5 January) | |
 | Chicago The hottest musical in town Save £20 (excludes 20 – 25 December) | |
 | Les Miserables The world’s most popular musical Save £19.50 (excludes 18 December – 5 January) | |
 | We Will Rock You Powerful rock musical featuring the songs of Queen Save £22.50 (excludes 24 December – 4 January) | |
 | The 39 Steps Riotously funny play based on Hitchcock’s film Save £20 (until 24 December) | |
 | The Rise and Fall of Little Voice Starring The X Factor’s Diana Vickers Save £13.50 (excludes 24 December – 4 January) | |
 | An Inspector Calls Acclaimed production of JB Priestley’s classic play Save £14.50 (until 19 December ) | |
 | The Woman in Black Spine-tingling thriller that’s scarier than ever Save £20 (excludes 20 December – 3 January) | |
 | Stomp Explosive music show Save £20 (excludes 21 December – 3 January) | |
| Christmas with the Rat Pack Get into the Christmas mood with this fabulous show that brings Frank, Sammy & Dean back together for an all singing, all dancing night of 50s glamour and seasonal classics including Silent Night, Merry Little Christmas, Baby It’s Cold Outside and White Christmas. From 24 November, Adelphi Theatre Save £14 | |
