That's it, theaters can accommodate the public. This means the reopening of London musicals has finally arrived! Until June 21, theaters will have to apply limited gauges. From June 21, theaters will be able to reopen with full gauges. This explains why so many musicals in London have postponed their reopening until the summer and the prices are more expensive in order to be profitable ...
There will still be more than thirty musicals in London's West End! Without further ado, check out the schedule for London musicals reopening.
May 2021
Amélie - May 20, 2021
The brilliant musical kicks off the reopening of West End theaters! The stage adaptation of Fabulous Destiny of Amélie Poulain arrives in a brand new version with actor-musicians. The cute Audrey Brisson takes over the main role. We loved the show in London (read the review). Run to see it!
Book your tickets for Amélie, from May at the Criterion Theater in London.
Les Misérables The Staged Concert - May 20, 2021
24601! Jean Valjean and company are back in force at the Sondheim Theater. However, before giving way to the show staged in November, you can enjoy a concert version. The tunes "I Dreamed a Dream", and "One Day More" will sound louder than ever!
Book your tickets for this limited version of the show, from May 20 to September 5, 2021.
Six - May 21, 2021
Henry VII's six wives are back at the Lyric Theater! The Toby Marlowe and Lucy Moss musical that is maddening fans is returning to the West End. Tudor queens become pop queens and, like a girl band, grab the microphone to sing their story. An evening between musical comedy and concert that will appeal to all fans of Beyonce and contemporary musical!
Book your tickets for Six at the Lyric Theater here.
Everybody's Talking About Jamie - May 21
Jamie has not finished talking about him. In addition to the film which will be released soon on Amazon Prime, the musical is back in London. This superb show, an ode to tolerance, is a must for all fans of feel-good musicals!
Book your tickets for Everybody's Talking About Jamie back on May 21, 2021.
Public Domain - May 27 to 30
You only have 5 chances to see this brand new musical. Public Domain is a verbatim musical. That is to say, it takes word for word comments and videos found on social networks.
We saw it online and it's definitely worth a visit. Perfect for those who love new British musicals.
Book your tickets for Public Domain from May 27 to 30 at the Vaudeville Theater.
June 2021
Heathers - June 21
After being a hit in 2018, the musical is back in the West End. But the three Heathers, queens of the high school, and all their clique will only stay a few weeks. The show will then go on tour across England. Perfect for all fans of the movies and the 80's vibe to pop beats!
Book your tickets for Heathers from June 21 to September 13, 2021 at the Theater Royal Haymarket.
Hairspray - June 21
You can't stop the beat! The feel-good musical offers itself the London Coliseum as a home for 3 months. Michael reprizes the role of Edna Turnblad for which he has already received an Olivier Award. He will be alongside Lizzie Bea and Marisha Wallace. The feel-good spectacle guaranteed!
Book your tickets for Hairspray from June 21 to September 29, 2021 at the London Coliseum.
Cinderella - June 25
This musical thought of as Cinderella 2.0. see you on June 25. Andrew Lloyd Webber's latest musical picks up Perrault's tale with a little rock twist! Carrie Hope Fletcher stars.
Book your tickets for Cinderella starting June 25 at the Gillian Lynne Theater.
Be More Chill - June 28
No, you're not dreaming. Be More Chill is back. This time around, the totally wacky American musical is at the Shaftesbury Theater. The show will stay only 10 weeks before returning the theater to the former tenants: & Juliet.
Book your tickets for Be More Chill from June 28 to September 5, 2021.
July
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat - July 1 to September 5
The mega musical is back at the London Palladium. In addition to reuniting with young Jac Yarrow in the lead role, Linzi Hateley reprized the role of the Narrator 30 years later. Come and discover Joseph and his brothers in this colorful musical for the whole family.
Book your tickets for Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat July 1 to September 5.
The Prince of Egypt - July 1
More than 60 dancers-singers-acrobats come together to tell the incredible story of Moses. Adapted from the animated film of the same name, composer Stephen Schwartz has composed new songs that are all more heady than each other.
Book your tickets for the Prince of Egypt, back on July 1st.
Pretty Woman - July 8
For his return to London, Pretty Woman theater moves. It is now at the beautiful Savoy Theater that we will find the story made famous by the film with Julia Roberts and Richard Gere.
Book your tickets for Pretty Woman at the Savoy Theater from July 8.
Come From Away - July 22
The musical that has shocked millions of spectators is back! This story that takes place in the aftermath of the September 11 attacks is a staple of the reopening of musicals in London. In 1h40, you will go from laughter to tears with great songs and characters.
Book your tickets for Come From Away at the Phoenix Theater.
Anything Goes - July 23
How could you resist tap dancing solos? Especially when they are performed to perfection by Sutton Foster? And yes, the American musical star is making his London debut in Cole Porter's musical. She reprized the role of Tony Award-winning Reno Sweeney on Broadway in 2011. The cult musical returns to London at the Barbican Center theater from July 23 to October 17.
You can book your tickets here.
Phantom of the Opera - July 27
We had already told you about it in a previous article, the Phantom of the Opera is back for better or for worse. Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical is back in his home at Her Majesty's Theater. 2021 marks Phantom's 35th anniversary in London and for that there will be some changes. Still, we will find Christine, Raoul and the Phantom, the numbers "The Music of the Night" and "All I Ask Of You".
You can already book your tickets for The Phantom of the Opera right here !
Jersey Boys - July 28
You surely know the songs of the Four Seasons, but do you know their stories? Discover the lives of the Italian-American musicians who gave their greatest hits to the 60s.
Book your tickets for Jersey Boys, returning to London on July 28 at the Trafalgar Theater.
Tina - The Tina Turner Musical - July 28
Tina is back! The musical which traces the life of the American singer returns to its theater on July 28. Discover the life of the artist to whom we owe "The Best" and "What's Love Got To Do With It". With impressive songs and choreography.
Book your tickets for Tina - The Tina Turner Musical at the Aldwych theater from July 28.
Singin 'in the Rain - July 30
It will therefore be in the summer of 2021 that we can between the arias “Make 'em Laugh”, “Good Morning”. The musical will play for a limited season at Sadler's Wells this summer before going on tour in 2022.
We will find this superb love story based on the beginnings of talking movies in Hollywood. The characters who were immortalized in the 1962 film by Gene Kelly, Donald O'Connor and Debbie Reynolds will come to life in London on stage!
Discover Singin' in the Rain at Sadler's Wells from July 30 to September 5, 2021.
August
Mary Poppins - August 7
We've been waiting for months to see the best nannies fly in the auditorium again. To our delight, the superb choreographies, sets and songs will shine again this summer.
Book your tickets for this incredible musical starting August 7 at the Prince Edward Theater.
Hamilton - August 19
The musical with millions of spectators is finally returning to London. After a year and a half without a spectator, the Victoria Palace will resume the hit musical by Lin-Manuel Miranda on the Founding Father forgotten in history.
To see at least once in your life!
Book your tickets for Hamilton here.
Back To the Future - August 20
Great Scott! The cult film from the 80s is adapted into a musical. Hooverboard, time machine and songs will be on stage at the Adelphi Theater. A totally breathtaking spectacle.
Book your tickets for Back To The Future The Musical.
Mamma Mia! - August 25
Here we Go Again! It has been more than 20 years since Mamma Mia! a hit in the Wet End. It is therefore under the heat of the summer sun that the show will resume. Find Sophie, her mother and three potential fathers in music and dance.
Book your tickets for Mamma Mia! from August 25
Frozen - August 27
After many postponements, the Disney show finally arrives in London. You might as well say that they don't do things by halves. The Theater Royal Drury Lane has just been refurbished, the costumes have just been revealed. in short, the show promises to be grandiose!
Book your tickets for Frozen from August 27.
September
The Lion King - September 7
The Lion King has just roared again for the start of the school year. With the airs of Elton John and the staging of Julie Taymor, The Lion King has been a triumph in London for over 20 years! An unmissable musical for those who like to be amazed.
Book your tickets for The Lion King from September 7.
Wicked - September 16
It's the return of successful musicals. In 2021, Wicked celebrates its 15th anniversary in London! The show with music by Stephen Schwartz returns to defy gravity for our greatest joy.
Book your tickets for Wicked, from September 16 at the Apollo Victoria Palace.
Matilda - September 16
The revolting children of Matilda are finally back to school for the start of the school year. Adapted from Romandie Roald Dahl, it is one of the best English musicals of recent years. For all young and old alike!
Book your tickets for Matilda at the Cambridge Theater from September 16.
The Last 5 Years - September 17
2 people on stage, 5 years together, 14 songs and a lot of applause. This Jason Robert Brown musical is absolutely sublime. We saw it online during lockdown and it's worth a look.
In addition, she only stays in London for a month.
Book your tickets for The Last 5 Years at the Vaudeville Theater from September 17 to October 13.
& Juliet - September 24
What if the end of Romeo and Juliet was just the beginning? This new musical covers the greatest pop hits and transports Shakespeare to the XNUMXst century. Here Juliette is independent and feminist!
Book your tickets for & Juliet at the Shaftesbury Theater from September 24.
Les Misérables - September 25
The grandiose spectacle will be complete: Javert, Cosette, Marius, Eponine, the Thenardiers and the whole troop. All will be there in costumes, with sets and orchestra.
Book your tickets for Les Misérables from September 25 at the Sondheim Theater.
October
Only Fools and Horses - October 1, 2021
Things are happening in Peckham! The musical adapted from the cult British series returns. Del, Raquel, Grandad and Rodney are back in song! Perfect for all fans of the series.
Book your tickets for Only Fools and Horses from October 1 at the Theater Royal Haymarket.
Get Up, Stand Up! - October 1st
After Michael Jackson, it's Bob Marley's turn to get the musical treatment. Playwright and actor Arinzé Kene plays the world famous reggae singer.
Book your tickets for Get Up, Stand Up! at the Lyric Theater starting October 1.
Dear Evan Hansen - October 26, 2021
While we have just discovered the movie trailer, musical comedy Dear Evan Hansen is finally back in London. This incredible story with the music of Pasek & Paul is sure to thrill you.
Book your tickets for Dear Evan Hansen returning on October 26, 2021 at the Noël Coward Theater.
November
Red Mill! The Musical - November 12
FINALLY ! After many adventures, the successful Broadway musical comes to enchant London. The glamorous show is based on the film by Baz Luhrmann, with incredible mashups, sets and choreography.
Book your tickets for Red Mill! The Musical at the Piccadilly Theater from November 12.
The Book of Mormon - November 15
9 Tony Awards and already 7 years in the West End! At the same time, with such a hilarious show, it's hard not to scream with laughter.
Check out this very politically incorrect but so funny musical with the cult "I Believe".
Book your tickets for The Book of Mormon from November 15 at the Prince of Wales Theater.
Spring Awakening - November 30 to January 22, 2022
We stopped believing it would happen ! The rock musical which had hit Broadway is making its London premiere under the direction of Rupert Goold. She will be at the Almeida Theater for a few weeks with a great cast.
Book your tickets for Spring Awakening from November 30 to January 22, 2022.
December
Bring It On - December 8 to January 22
Cheerleaders and songs by Lin-Manuel Miranda and Tom Kitt: what more could you ask for? The Southbank Center! The American musical makes a stop in the beautiful London theater during its English tour.
Book your tickets for Bring It On from December 8 to January 22, 2022