Best London Christmas Theatre For 2024

For an adults-only performance this Christmas, head to Walthamstow Trades Hall, where they're hosting a festive cabaret performance led by Benjamin Louche. Expect to see an array of talented burlesque, circus and drag artists, all with a seasonal theme.

You can even win some fantastic prizes in their raffle, and all profits go to Cabaret Vs Cancer, who support a wide range if cancer charities with these events.

In an unconventional twist on festive theatre, Waterloo venue Truman Brewery is hosting Humbug: The Immersive Christmas Dive Bar this winter. Expect interactive performances, raucous live actors and most of all - prepare to involve yourself in the action. 

There'll be plenty of quirky touches too, such as a shrine to Mariah Carey, alongside both naughty and nice surprises, and there are lots of cocktails on the cards too.

The London Cabaret Club are throwing open their doors for A Gatsby Christmas as their theme this year, promising a roaring 20s-themed immersive show alongside multi-course meals.

This is a luxury theatre experience that's not to be missed, with tickets starting from £75 per person and including a glass of fizz on arrival. There are multiple different packages to choose from, in a mix of fine dining and mesmerising, dance-heavy performance.

On the 16th of December, the Lyric Theatre will be taken over by some of London's top performers as they put on a spectacular feel-good show with some of the best festive anthems in West End Musical Christmas.

Fancy dress is encouraged and tickets start from £20 per person; join your host Broadway star Trevor Dion Nicholas, who's currently starring in the West End production of Next to Normal, and prepare to enjoy yours-elf.

One of Phileas J. Fogg's friends has been murdered and it's your job to find out who did it, along with the reopened Bank of England robbery case, with tickets to Mr Fogg's Victorian Murder Mystery.

Starting from £60 per person, enjoy two complimentary cocktails and piece together the clues. Attend on a Sunday in December for an exclusive Christmas special that promises all kinds of quirky, immersive entertainment.

The Phoenix Arts Club in Soho is hosting a festive spectacular from the 1st of December: All I Want For Christmas Is Cabaret is a glittering production that features some of the best performers.

You can expect burlesque stars, musical theatre, drag artists, comedy and more as part of a 100 minute show, with tickets starting from £20 per person. 

Get your fix at Islington's well-loved Rosemary Branch pub. Enjoy their tasty food and drink, before heading to a range of shows in their award-winning theatre upstairs.

This season even includes a top pick of Christmas shows in London for 2024 - a hilariously entertaining festive cabaret performance, which you can attend for as little as £10 per person.

Sit back and sip on bottomless prosecco, all while watching the city's top West End talent flex their might. The West End Musical Brunch has you skipping the box office queues and seeing the stars from Les Mis, Wicked, The Lion King and Phantom of the Opera all in one place.

This interactive show allows you to get involved as much as the cast, with singing along highly encouraged. Plus, your two-course meal and hour of unlimited drinks all comes included in your £69.95 ticket.

London Christmas theatre in 2024 is topped off by The Murdér Express. Here, you'll combine the immersive performance with a full, four-course festive feast from Michelin star chef and Great British menu winner, Niall Keating.

You'll be transported back to the early 20th century here, in a spectacular show that takes place at Pedley Street Station. Plus, there's a bar on the platform if you fancy a drink beforehand.

It's Christmas Eve, 1843, and the air is thick with mystery. Step into Charles Dickens' world at The Lost Estate in West Kensington, where a ghostly tale awaits. As his guest, you'll be treated to a festive feast, complete with appearances from Scrooge, Tiny Tim, and more.

Grab your tickets for The Great Christmas Feast from £175 per person and immerse yourself in a night of Victorian magic, delicious food, and refreshing cocktails.

In the heart of London, you'll find an epic festival theatrical extravaganza in the form of Bunga Bunga's Christmas Lunch Live Show. Grab your mates and get involved in merry singalongs and interactive games, while live singers and dancers perform festive routines.

Feast on antipasti and metre-long pizzas with all your favourite toppings to fuel the fun. What's more, you might even win a prize in their exciting giveaways.

This award-winning dining experience is the ideal theatre show for Christmas, as it sees you become part of the well-loved TV series Faulty Towers. Join Basil, Sybil and Manuel for an unforgettable night of improvised comedy, belly laughs and delicious food (served shambolically, of course).

Tickets start from only £60 per person, including a three-course meal and a two-hour show that promises to be an unforgettable experience.

After family Christmas shows in London for kids? Returning to The Peacock for its 27th year is The Snowman, a magical stage adaptation of the iconic motion picture directed by Dianne Jackson and the picture book written by Raymond Briggs.

Expect the story to come to life before your very eyes, featuring music and lyrics by Howard Blake (including the classic song 'Walking in the Air'), a full live orchestra and more.