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Best West End Shows for Groups of Friends
Planning a group trip to the West End? Here are the best London shows for friends, from hen dos and birthdays to works outings.
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Daniel Osei
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The latest theatre news, West End reviews, show guides, and behind-the-scenes features from British Theatre's editorial team.
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British Theatre News: 16 February to 20 February 2026
UK theatre news 16 to 20 February 2026: London Theatre Week opens and Les Misérables plays its 16,000th performance as the Olivier Awards 2026 approaches.
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James Whitworth
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Beetlejuice at the Prince Edward Theatre: What to Know
Beetlejuice the Musical opens at the Prince Edward Theatre in May 2026. Here's what to expect, who it's for and how to book London tickets.
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Sophie Hartley
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British Theatre News: 09 February to 13 February 2026
UK theatre news 09 to 13 February 2026: London Theatre Week is announced for February and March and the Olivier Awards eligibility window nears its close.
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James Whitworth
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British Theatre News: 02 February to 06 February 2026
UK theatre news 02 to 06 February 2026: Dracula opens at the Noel Coward Theatre with Cynthia Erivo, and Shadowlands and Broken Glass also open this week.
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Rachel Lim
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British Theatre News: 26 January to 30 January 2026
UK theatre news 26 to 30 January 2026: WhatsOnStage Awards voting closes and the Olivier Awards 50th anniversary ceremony is announced for April 2026.
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James Whitworth
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British Theatre News: 19 January to 23 January 2026
UK theatre news 19 to 23 January 2026: Arcadia opens at the Bridge Theatre and WhatsOnStage voting continues as the spring West End season takes shape.
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James Whitworth
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British Theatre News: 12 January to 16 January 2026
UK theatre news 12 to 16 January 2026: Gerry and Sewell open at the Aldwych, English National Ballet presents Giselle and Arcadia is confirmed for January.
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Tom Ashworth
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Bristol Theatre: Where to Go and What to See
Bristol theatre guide: the best venues in the city, from the historic Bristol Old Vic to the Hippodrome, with practical tips on getting there and what to see.
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Tom Ashworth
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British Theatre News: 05 January to 09 January 2026
UK theatre news 05 to 09 January 2026: I'm Sorry, Prime Minister opens at the Apollo Theatre and the West End's new year season gets properly underway.
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James Whitworth
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London Theatre Gift Guide: Tickets and Experiences
Looking for London theatre gift ideas? West End show tickets, gift vouchers, backstage tours and theatre books: the best presents for every theatre lover.
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Daniel Osei
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Victoria Palace Theatre London: A Visitor Guide
Visiting the Victoria Palace Theatre in London? History, seating advice, transport links, accessibility and what to expect at this historic West End venue.
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Emma Caldwell
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British Theatre News: 29 December 2025 to 02 January 2026
UK theatre news 29 December 2025 to 02 January 2026: The Book of Mormon becomes the twelfth longest-running West End musical as 2026 begins in the theatre.
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James Whitworth
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Sondheim Theatre London: A Complete Visitor Guide
Sondheim Theatre London: a complete visitor guide covering history, seating levels, transport links, accessibility and what to expect at this West End venue.
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Emma Caldwell
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Best West End Shows for a Rainy Day in London
The best West End shows for a rainy day in London: warm and spectacular productions that make the weather outside entirely irrelevant for their duration.
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Tom Ashworth
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His Majesty's Theatre London: A Visitor Guide
His Majesty's Theatre London: a complete visitor guide covering history, seating, transport, accessibility and what to expect at this historic West End venue.
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Sophie Hartley
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Afternoon Tea and Theatre in London
Afternoon tea and West End theatre in London: how to combine the two, the best areas near Theatreland, timing for matinees and practical planning tips.
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James Whitworth
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Wyndham's Theatre London: A Visitor Guide
Wyndham's Theatre London: a guide to this Edwardian Charing Cross Road venue, including its history, the best seats at each level and how to get there.
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Emma Caldwell
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British Theatre News: 22 December to 26 December 2025
UK theatre news 22 to 26 December 2025: Christmas productions fill West End and UK stages as the 2025 theatrical year draws towards a busy festive close.
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James Whitworth
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Leeds Theatre Guide: The Best Venues and Shows
Leeds theatre guide: the best venues in the city for musicals, plays and live performance, including the Grand Theatre, Leeds Playhouse and City Varieties.
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Tom Ashworth
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