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The auditorium of the Theatre Royal Haymarket in London's West End
NewsAug 13, 2026

tickadoo returns to UK theatre ticketing with BritishTheatre.com acquisition

London Theatre Direct's founders return to the UK theatre market, with plans to expand BritishTheatre.com's regional coverage and ticketing

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Still from the trailer for The Oresteia at the Bridge Theatre
NewsAug 10, 2026

First Look: The Oresteia Trailer at the Bridge Theatre

The first-look trailer for The Oresteia has landed, with Simon Stone's Greek tragedy starring Mary-Louise Parker and David Morrissey at the Bridge Theatre.

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Lolly Adefope in character as Mary Todd Lincoln in Oh, Mary! at the Trafalgar Theatre
NewsAug 10, 2026

Lolly Adefope to Make Her West End Debut in Oh, Mary! at the Trafalgar Theatre

BAFTA-nominated Lolly Adefope will make her West End debut as Mary Todd Lincoln in the Olivier-winning comedy Oh, Mary! at the Trafalgar Theatre.

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The Novello Theatre on the Aldwych lit up in blue at night
Venue GuidesAug 6, 2026

Novello Theatre London: Dress Code, Air Conditioning and What to Expect

Going to the Novello for Mamma Mia? There is no dress code. What people wear, where it is, why it stays cool and what you can bring.

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The Portland stone facade of His Majesty's Theatre on Haymarket in London
Venue GuidesAug 6, 2026

His Majesty's Theatre London: Dress Code, Seats and What to Expect

Going to His Majesty's for Phantom? There is no dress code. What people actually wear, where it is, how long you will be there and where to sit.

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London TheatreVenue Guide
Alexandra Burke takes a bow at the press night curtain call of I'm Every Woman: The Chaka Khan Musical. Photo by Piers Allardyce
NewsAug 6, 2026

In Pictures: Chaka Khan Joins Alexandra Burke at I'm Every Woman Press Night

Chaka Khan watched her own life story at Troubadour Wembley Park on 4 August, then joined the curtain call. The press night in pictures.

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Stephen Dillane listening through headphones on one side of a wall, with Keira Knightley and Luke Thompson on the other, in The Lives of Others
West EndAug 5, 2026

The Lives of Others in the West End: Keira Knightley, the Adelphi and Everything You Need to Know

Keira Knightley, Luke Thompson and Stephen Dillane lead the world premiere at the Adelphi, 14 Oct to 9 Jan. Cast, running time, best seats and how to book.

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West EndLondon Theatre
Sally Bowles and the Emcee on stage in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, London
TheatreAug 4, 2026

Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, London: Everything You Need to Know

Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, London: the pre-show club experience, table vs theatre seats, the dress code, running time and how to book.

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Seymour and the ensemble of Little Shop of Horrors on stage at the Westside Theatre
TheatreAug 3, 2026

Little Shop of Horrors in New York: Running Time, Best Seats and Everything to Know

Everything you need to know about Little Shop of Horrors at the Westside Theatre: running time, best seats, who it's for and how to book in New York.

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Little Shop of HorrorsNew York Theatre
Veronica Sawyer and the cast of Heathers The Musical on stage at New World Stages
TheatreAug 3, 2026

Heathers The Musical in New York: Running Time, Best Seats and Everything You Need to Know

Everything you need to know about Heathers The Musical in New York: running time, best seats at New World Stages, age guidance and how to book.

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Heathers The MusicalNew York Theatre
The company of The Book of Mormon on stage at the Prince of Wales Theatre
TheatreAug 3, 2026

Best Seats for The Book of Mormon at the Prince of Wales Theatre: A London Seating Guide

Where to sit for The Book of Mormon at the Prince of Wales Theatre: the best seats, best value and cheapest options in the Stalls and Dress Circle.

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The Book of MormonLondon Theatre
The company of Now You See Me Live on stage under pyrotechnics at the London Coliseum
TheatreAug 3, 2026

Now You See Me Live: Rafferty Coope Joins the London Coliseum Cast

BGT finalist Rafferty Coope completes the cast of Now You See Me Live at the London Coliseum. Cast, dates and how to book the strictly limited summer run.

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Now You See Me LiveLondon Coliseum
Families visiting the animals at London Zoo in Regent's Park during the summer holidays
FamilyAug 3, 2026

Best things to do with kids in London this week: 3 to 9 August 2026

Free family drop-ins running daily, a playday in Bloomsbury, a free film in a park, a SEND family day in Woolwich and a camera obscura that closes on Sunday, plus the family shows and attractions worth booking. Our school-holiday guide for 3 to 9 August 2026, with live prices.

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The London Cable Car crossing the Thames on a clear summer day
FreeAug 3, 2026

Best free things to do in London this week: 3 to 9 August 2026

A free film in a park on Tuesday, a playday on Wednesday, a rooftop beach opening on Friday, a free festival and a free street-food weekend on Saturday, and a camera obscura that closes on Sunday. Everything free, or close to it, in London from 3 to 9 August 2026.

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The Comedy About Spies opening at the Adelphi Theatre on the Strand
West EndAug 3, 2026

West End Insider: London theatre this week, 3 to 9 August 2026

Four productions give a first performance and two give their last, three Shakespeares run in repertory on Bankside, and both of the National Theatre's largest auditoriums sit dark. Our West End Insider for 3 to 9 August 2026, with live prices verified on Monday.

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London TheatreWest End
A family watching animals on a summer visit to the Bronx Zoo in New York
Things to doAug 3, 2026

Best Things to Do With Kids in New York This Week: 3 to 9 August 2026

Summer Streets hands more than 20 miles of Manhattan to bikes and scooters on Saturday, dragon boats race across a lake in Queens all weekend, and there is a free outdoor film almost every night. Here is the family week of 3 to 9 August 2026, free events first.

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New YorkFamily
Walkers and cyclists crossing the Brooklyn Bridge with the Manhattan skyline behind
Things to doAug 3, 2026

Best Free Things to Do in New York This Week: 3 to 9 August 2026

Summer Streets hands more than 20 miles of Manhattan back to pedestrians on Saturday, SummerStage plays four free nights in a row, Lincoln Center closes its summer festival with a free Jamaica Day, and The Winter's Tale runs free at the Delacorte six nights out of seven.

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