The Lion King
Lyceum Theatre
from £44
April 2027
24 shows available · Tickets from £18.75
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Book tickets for AprilApril is one of the busiest months in London theatre thanks to Easter holidays and improving weather drawing visitors to the capital. Book early for the best seats — popular shows sell out quickly during the holiday period. Spring openings bring fresh productions alongside the established hits.
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Top musicals include The Lion King, The Phantom Of the Opera, Mamma Mia! and 15 more. Browse the full list above to compare prices and check availability.
Plays currently booking include The Play That Goes Wrong, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts One and Two, Cyrano de Bergerac. London's plays range from intimate studio productions to major West End transfers.
Family-friendly options include The Lion King, Mamma Mia!, Les Miserables. Most family shows run matinee performances on weekends and during school holidays — check individual show pages for age guidance and performance times.
Easter is the single biggest booking pressure point in spring. If your dates overlap the school holiday fortnight, book at least two to three weeks ahead for any popular musical. Outside Easter week, April midweek performances are excellent value. Check for new openings — producers often launch spring shows to catch the holiday footfall.
London's West End has dozens of shows running in April 2027, including long-running musicals like The Lion King, Wicked, and Les Misérables alongside newer productions and limited runs. This page lists all currently bookable shows for April 2027, sorted by popularity and availability.
April is one of the busiest months for London theatre due to holidays and tourism. For popular shows, book at least three to four weeks in advance — especially for weekend and holiday performances.
West End ticket prices in April 2027 typically start from around £15–£25 for upper circle or restricted view seats. Day seats, lottery tickets, and last-minute deals can bring prices lower. Midweek performances (Tuesday to Thursday) are generally cheaper than weekends. This page shows live pricing so you can compare.
Yes — London always has several family-friendly productions running. Popular choices include The Lion King, Matilda The Musical, and Wicked, all of which are suitable for children. During school holidays, many shows add extra matinee performances. Check individual show listings for age recommendations.
Most West End evening performances start at 7:00pm or 7:30pm. Matinees are typically at 2:00pm or 2:30pm, with Saturday matinees sometimes at 3:00pm. Some shows run Wednesday and Saturday matinees, while others add Thursday or Sunday performances. Check individual show pages for exact times.