Is there anything better than that feeling when you’re sitting in a theatre auditorium waiting for the show to start? Suddenly, you hear the overture begin, the house lights slowly start to dim and you get goosebumps because you know that you`re about to witness the beauty that is live theatre for the next few hours. You get excited and emotional - then it suddenly comes flooding back to you - ‘this feeling is the reason I LOVE theatre!’
If you`re as obsessed with live entertainment as us then we bet you're craving your next trip to London`s West End, but the question is, what will you watch first?! Check out our round up of top theatre coach breaks below and get planning your next getaway to London.
New Shows To See On London's West End This Year
Back to the Future The Musical
Great Scott! Back to the Future The Musical recently accelerated into London's Adelphi theatre and now is your chance to experience this cult classic like never before! This 1985 pop culture phenomenon has been transformed for the stage and promises an electrifying musical adventure complete with iconic tracks such as The Power of Love, Johnny B. Goode, Earth Angel and Back in Time.
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Cinderella The Musical
After months of delays Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Cinderella The Musical finally went to the ball and opened at the Gillian Lynne theatre to a glittering raft of excellent reviews! Forget everything you know about Cinders, because in this adaptation she’s traded in those impractical glass slippers for a pair of biker boots, ready to stomp all over the stereotypes! Expect a dazzling score and a brilliant story by Emerald Fennell, the acclaimed screenwriter of the second season of Killing Eve.
Get Up, Stand Up! The Bob Marley Musical
With the colder months on the way, are you ready to be transported to the vibrant island of Jamaica?! Palms sway to the lilt of those reggae rhythms and every little thing, gonna be alright! Coming to the West End’s Lyric theatre, prepare to experience the world-premiere production of Get Up, Stand Up! The Bob Marley Musical. Packed with your favourite reggae anthems, this rags to musical riches tale is the perfect ticket for fans of the legend that is Robert Nesta Marley.
Pantoland at the Palladium
If you fancy a festive trip to London then Pantoland at the Palladium is the one for you! Starring world-famous entertainer Donny Osmond along with the best performers in the panto biz (hello Julian Clary, Nigel Havers and Paul Zerdin), this is set to be an energetic extravaganza in the form of ‘pantomime greatest hits’ variety show. You definitely do not want to miss this magical Christmas treat!
Don’t forget, we offer plenty of other London theatre breaks too. From classic musicals like The Phantom of the Opera and Les Misérables to family favourites such as Mary Poppins, Frozen The Musical, Wicked, Matilda the Musical and The Lion King, there is plenty to choose from.
Maybe Hamilton, Pretty Woman or Moulin Rouge! The Musical is more your style? Or perhaps a jukebox musical like Mamma Mia!, Jersey Boys or Tina, The Tina Turner Musical are the feel-good shows you`re looking for?
Whatever top musical you decide upon, remember that with National Holidays you have the option of choosing between a matinee or evening show and we take the hassle out of planning your London coach trip by providing return travel, an included overnight stay, return transfers to the West End and plenty of time for shopping and sightseeing. We’ve even got a selection of New Year in London breaks available, which include a West End theatre ticket, free excursions and even a New Year’s Eve gala dinner and disco at the hotel.
So, without further ado, (and after what feels like the longest interval ever!) it’s finally time for the curtain to rise on our Showtime breaks once again!