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Best musicals in London to see 2022: including Back to the Future, Matilda and more

The last two years have been strange for all industries.

One of the most affected areas was the entertainment sector, particularly theatres in and across the world, due to covid-19 closures.

Though we aren't all the way out of the woods, 2022 has seen the (almost) return to some kind of normality - and musicals are back.

Whether you're looking for something to enjoy on your own or something with friends, there's plenty of musicals and productions available to see in London whenever suits you best.

But we haven't just found you tickets to your next favourite show either, in this guide we'll be looking at package deals too which might include dinner, drinks or upgrades.

Best musicals in London 2022

Back to the Future: The Musical - from £19.55

Where: Adelphi Theatre

When: Any time tickets available

Back to the Future: The Musical (LW Theatres)

Join Marty McFly and Doc Brown on the ultimate musical adventure.

You'll take the most electrifying ride back in time, maybe to 1985 - just like the blockbuster film and pop culture phenomenon.

Find this deal at LW Theatres from £19.55

& Juliet The Musical - from £24.75

Where: Shaftesbury Theatre

When: On until September 24 2022

& Juliet The Musical (Theatre Tickets Direct)

This Shakespearean classic has had a revamp for the theatre, that play enthusiasts are bound to love.

& Juliet follows the creative and rare idea about what might've happened if Juliet didn't take her life after Romeo was poisoned. In this adaptation you'll see her rewrite her own destiny

Find this deal at Theatre Tickets Direct from £24.75

West End Show and Two Course Meal for Two - £110

Where: Choose from 20 locations and various shows

When: Ticket valid for 12 months

West End Show and Two Course Meal for Two (Red Letter Days)

Enjoy a West End show of your choosing along with a guest with this voucher from Red Letter Days.

The ticket is valid for 12 months from the date of purchase and you'll be able to watch a selection of musicals and productions including Matilda, Pretty Woman and The Play That Goes Wrong and many more.

What's more, the voucher also includes dinner for the two of you at Mr White’s in Leicester Square which was founded by celebrity chef, Marco Pierre White.

Select two courses from a set menu and top it off with a cocktail or a glass of prosecco each.

Find this deal at Red Letter Days for £110

The Lion King Musical - from £30

Where: Lyceum Theatre

When: On until October 2 2022

The Lion King Musical (London Theatre Direct)

If you're a Disney fan, then The Lion King is something you must see and it's not just one for the kids either.

Immerse yourself in the Circle of Life, whilst you join Simba and the gang through a rhythmic performance, inspired by the multi award winning classic.

Find this deal at London Theatre Direct from £30

ELF The Musical - from £24

Where: Dominion Theatre

When: On until January 7 2023

ELF The Musical (London Theatre Direct)

Santa really is coming to town.

Based on the holiday comedy sensation starring Will Ferrell, Elf, the hit Broadway and West End show is coming to London’s Dominion Theatre for a limited 8-week season - perfect as it's just in time for Christmas.

Find this deal at London Theatre Direct from £24

Matilda: The Musical - from £24

Where: Cambridge Theatre

When: On until May 28 2023

Matilda: The Musical (Theatre Tickets Direct)

The power of neglected, but supercharged youngster Matilda really comes to life in this energy-fuelled musical.

Matilda The Musical is the multi award-winning musical inspired by the beloved book written by the incomparable, Roald Dahl.

Find this deal at Theatre Tickets Direct from £24

Theatre Tickets to Only Fools and Horses: The Musical for Two - from £59

Where: Piccadilly, London

When: Range of dates available

Theatre Tickets to Only Fools and Horses: The Musical for Two (Buyagift)

A great gift if you're considering what to get the special man in your life, this Father's Day.

This voucher allows two people to watch the musical with a range of dates available to choose from. Based on John Sullivan’s successful BBC TV series, Only Fools and Horses: The Musical brings life to some of the nation's favourite cockney characters.

Find this deal at Buyagift for £59

Get Up Stand Up! The Bob Marley Musical - from £18

Where: Lyric Theatre

When: On until January 29 2023

Get Up Stand Up! The Bob Marley Musical (London Theatre Tickets)

Good music and a good show - what more could you ask for?

This musical tells the compelling true story of world-renowned reggae artist, Bob Marley.

You'll see how the musical legend not only put reggae music on the radar to the rest of the world, but also for uniting his native country of Jamaica during its dark era of warring factions.

Find this deal at London Theatre Tickets from £18

The Tina Turner Musical for Two - £55

Where: Aldwych Theatre

When: Range of dates available

The Tina Turner Musical for Two (Buyagift)

The Tina Turner Musical follows the life and break into stardom from the rock and roll queen and she transformed into one of the world's most talented and well-recognised artists.

The performance is simply the best and really captures Tina Turner's triumph over adversity and hard times.

Find this deal at Buyagift for £55

West End Musical Brunch and Free Flowing Drinks for Two - £150

Where: West End

When: Ticket valid for 12 moths

West End Musical Brunch and Free -Flowing Drinks for Two (Virgin Experience Days)

Immerse yourself and a guest in the magical world of theatre.

Enjoy West End shows like Wicked, Les Mis, Hamilton and Motown and more, there's a total of 5 hours of total immersion at a secret location in the heart of the West End.

To top things off you’ll enjoy a delicious two-course brunch alongside an hour of bottomless drinks.

Find this deal at Virgin Experience Days for £150

Wicked The Musical - from £15

Where: Apollo Victoria Theatre

When: On until May 28 2023

Wicked The Musical (ATG Tickets)

This multi award winning musical is another must see if you're thinking about what to watch in the theatre.

Wicked imagines a backstory to the lives of L. Frank Baum’s beloved characters. It reveals the magic that shaped the destinies of two unlikely friends, Glinda The Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.

Find this deal at ATG Tickets from £15

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