West End Weekly (29 March 2025): Burlesque, Stereophonic, Six & more

Hit movie Burlesque has been turned into a blockbuster new musical, with Burlesque The Musical strutting into London’s Savoy Theatre this summer for 8 weeks only. With a powerhouse soundtrack by Christina Aguilera and others, this could be the hot ticket of the summer. 

Following its critically acclaimed, award-winning run on Broadway, Stereophonic has unveiled its full West End cast for the Duke of York’s Theatre this May. Three of the Broadway cast are joining a strong line-up of UK talent, for this Tony Award-winner set in a 1976 recording studio, capturing the tension, turmoil and thrill of a rock band on the brink of fame.

Experience the Netflix thriller Stranger Things: The First Shadow live on stage, and enjoy exclusive prices on tickets. Offer valid Tue – Thur & Fri matinee from 1 May 2025 to 20 June 2025 – book by 14 April.

As it enters its second year in the West End, MJ The Musical has confirmed a fresh cast and an extended run at the Prince Edward Theatre to March 2026. Nominated for three Olivier Awards at next Sunday’s awards including Best New Musical, the show now stars Broadway’s Jamaal Fields Green as Michael Jackson. 

April brings a fresh wave of star-studded shows to the London stage. Highlights include My Master Builder with Ewan McGregor and Elizabeth Debicki; direct from New York, The Great Gatsby at the London Coliseum, and Stephen Sondheim’s final musical Here We Are at the National Theatre starring 30 Rock’s Jane Krakowski and Modern Family’s Jesse Tyler Ferguson; Giant starring John Lithgow; and Conor McPherson’s new play The Brightening Air with Chris O’Dowd (Bridesmaids).

The Royal Court has announced six bold new productions for its 2025 season, including four world premieres. Highlights include The Unbelievers, a time-bending drama starring Nicola Walker, and Porn Play, a provocative new work starring One Day’s Ambika Mod.

New reign, new queens! SIX The Musical has released first-look photos of its latest West End cast, now performing at the Vaudeville Theatre. The fresh lineup includes familiar faces from global productions, with Jaz Robinson, Thao Therese Nguyen and Hana Stewart among the new royals. The hit show is now booking through to June 2026.