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London Theatre Features News

Discover unique feature articles on West End theatre, diving into trends, insights, and stories behind the magic on stage.

How many theatres are in the West End?

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How many theatres are in the West End?

There are so many amazing musicals and plays dotted around London. So there must be tons of theat...

18 Jul, 2024 | By Carly Clements-Yu

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Spotlight on Hannah Lowther

Spotlight on Hannah Lowther

6 November 2025
Spotlight on David Harewood’s Acting Career

Spotlight on David Harewood’s Acting Career

6 November 2025
It no longer sucks to be you - Avenue Q is back!

It no longer sucks to be you - Avenue Q is back!

6 November 2025
MAMMA MIA! Celebrates its 10,000 performance

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MAMMA MIA! Celebrates its 10,000 performance

Last night (17 July 2024) MAMMA MIA! became only the fourth musical (and fifth production) in Wes...

18 Jul, 2024 | By Sian McBride

Top 10 Best West End Plays

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Top 10 Best West End Plays

Not to brag, but the West End doesn’t just have the best plays in London; it has the best plays i...

17 Jul, 2024 | By Carly Clements-Yu

How much do West End actors get paid?

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How much do West End actors get paid?

Highlights:

West End actors earned between £629–£900 per week (about £32,780–£45,760 ann...

12 Jul, 2024 | By Carly Clements-Yu

Best musicals for primary school productions

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Best musicals for primary school productions

School plays. Equally fun and stressful. Whether you have a shining group of starlets or a wild b...

12 Jul, 2024 | By Carly Clements-Yu

What's closing in London theatres this month (July 2024)

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What's closing in London theatres this month (July 2024)

It’s officially summer, and whilst we’re happy to say goodbye to some things (dark nights, chappe...

1 Jul, 2024 | By Sian McBride

What's opening in London theatres this month (July 2024)

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What's opening in London theatres this month (July 2024)

If the sunburnt arms and cacophony of hayfever filled sneezes didn’t already give it away, summer...

28 Jun, 2024 | By Sian McBride

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