London is home to many theaters that run outstanding performances every day, for many years - West End theater history goes back to 16th century. Musicals, plays, shows in London - there is something for everyone. If you have not seen a musical before, London is a great place to experience this kind of performance art.

Did you know that Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera has been performed in Her Majesty's Theater in London since 1986? Les Miserables opened a year earlier, and has since been having full house for more than 30 years. But a play by Agatha Christie The Mousetrap is being performed from 1952!

Other shows to pay attention to in London are The Lion King, Mamma Mia, Matilda, Wicked. There is always something exciting. Take a look at the theater playbill and buy tickets online for one or several shows in London.

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Read also about Royal Opera House and Royal Ballet.