London Matinee Shows Tickets

Discover incredible afternoon entertainment by watching a matinee theatre show in London. It’ll still be light when you get out, and you’ll have plenty of time to go out for dinner and enjoy the capital afterwards!  With hundreds of productions to choose from, it’s easy to get tickets to the show you want. See afternoon theatre  — get matinee tickets on London Theatre Direct.

Matinee Shows in London

The West End comes alive at nighttime with a wide array of musicals and plays. With groundbreaking shows playing across the capital in dozens of London theatres, it’s easy to think everything happens during the dark. But, explore the West End during an afternoon, and there’ll be plenty of London matinee shows to see. Instead of watching an evening performance, experience the joy of watching a matinee show and being home before dinnertime. Check out all the West End shows with matinee performances and look forward to incredible daytime theatre. 

Family-Friendly London Matinee Tickets

Due to the time of day, a lot of matinee West End performances are typically pieces of family-friendly theatre as younger theatregoers may be in the audience. Since most evening shows end after 10pm, matinee performances may often be attended by audience members who don’t want to rush for late-night transport links. Seeing an afternoon show doesn’t compromise on the performance! Travel back (and forward) in time at Back to the Future: The Musical, or visit Paris Opera House via The Phantom of the Opera while making the last train home. 

West End Matinee Shows

During school holidays, lots of matinee performances of shows designed for younger children will run in the West End. With short running times and easily recognisable stories, toddlers and preschoolers can experience the magic of live entertainment for the first time. Popular shows include The Smartest Giant in Town and Horrible Christmas (from the Horrible Histories family) as they’re great for little ones (and big kids too!) 

See a West End Matinee Show in London

Watch a matinee and spend the rest of the evening being entertained at London's wide array of dance shows and one-of-a-kind concerts. With so much choice, you’ll want to get ahead and see a West End matinee. Tickets are available securely online when you book with London Theatre Direct. So, don't delay – get your matinee show tickets now!