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Everything new in the West End this month
All the shows arriving in the West End this month, plus the most exciting new tickets now on sale
The sun is out in full force and London is heating up – which must mean its time for an exciting new crop of summer shows to raise their curtains. From brand new musicals to Shakespeare in the sunshine, there’s plenty of new West End theatre to get excited about this June. Here’s everything coming to the West End that should be on your radar this month.
Sinatra The Musical
Opens 3 June at Aldwych Theatre
On New Year’s Eve 1942, a skinny 27-year-old singer prepares to step onstage at New York’s Paramount Theatre. It will be a performance that changes not only the course of his life, but the trajectory of the music industry. Packed with over 20 timeless hits, this brand-new show at Aldwych Theatre charts Frank Sinatra’s journey from gifted nobody to one of music’s biggest ever names, including every pitfall along the way.
Glengarry Glen Ross
Opens 4 June at the Old Vic
David Mamet’s Pulitzer Prize-winning modern classic returns to London with an all-female cast. Four real estate agents are all willing to cheat, fight and steal to come out on top – but can any of them actually win? Tony Award-winning director Patrick Marber brings this exciting revival to the stage.
The Truth
Opening 9 June at the Apollo Theatre
Translated by Christopher Hampton, Florian Zeller’s smart, subversive comedy will play a fourteen-week season in London this summer, helmed by directed Lindsay Posner and starring Tony nominee Stephen Mangan alongside fellow stars Ardal O’Hanlon, Sarah Hadland and double Olivier Award-winner Janie Dee. Surprising, addictive and laugh-out-loud funny, The Truth explores the web of secrets woven between two couples, and the bombshell that no one is ready to face.
Much Ado About Nothing
Opening 11 June at Shakespeare’s Globe
Shakespeare’s romantic battle of wills comes to the Globe this summer, as gossip runs wild beneath Messina’s polished surface. Beatrice has sworn off men, but something about Benedick keeps her coming back for the last word… Director Chelsea Walker brings this incisive comedy to the stage, in a production that looks set to be a both perfect first Shakespeare and a treat for longtime fans.
Cyrano de Bergerac
Opening 13 June at the Noël Coward Theatre
Edmond Rostand’s timeless classic returns to London with Adrian Lester in the titular role. Romantic, charismatic Cyrano is plagued by doubts about his own appearance, choosing to watch from the shadows as Roxane falls for another man. But since the handsome Christian doesn’t have Cyrano’s skill with a pen, he turns to the one person who can help him win Roxane’s heart. Simon Evans brings this lyrical comedy to the stage.
Hot Mess: A New Musical
Opening 13 June at The Other Palace
The five-star Edinburgh Festival sensation arrives in London for a limited summer season. After a billion years of bad dates, Earth might have finally found the one in humanity. But what starts as a passionate love affair with an iconic couple slowly descends into a hot mess. This original pop musical about the ultimate breakup isn’t one to miss.
Summer theatre discounts
Running until 30 June
As well as all the new, there’s plenty of long-running shows on the West End that are not to be missed. With discounts on many of London’s hottest productions running throughout the month, it’s easier than ever to make this a summer of theatre. Explore all offers here.
