Top 10 London musicals and shows

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1. The Lion King at the Lyceum Theatre

The award-winning adaptation of Disney's The Lion King features music by Elton John, plus outstanding costumes and wonderful special effects. The Lion King dazzles all ages with evocative rhythms of Africa set against the majesty of the Serengeti Plains.

2. Wicked at the Apollo Victoria

Based on the acclaimed novel by Gregory Maguire, Wicked tells the untold story of the Witches of Oz and how one came to be called "good" and the other "wicked". Experience this unforgettable, award-winning London musical and discover the hidden story of Oz.

3. Thriller – Live at the Lyric Theatre

See Thriller – Live, a musical tribute to Michael Jackson and the Jackson 5. The show joined London's West End after three acclaimed UK tours and standing ovations across Europe. Celebrate the career of the world's undisputed King of Pop during non-stop hits at this top London theatre show.

4. The Phantom of the Opera at Her Majesty's Theatre

Andrew Lloyd Webber's epic musical, The Phantom of the Opera, tells the tale of a shadowy character who attempts to make his protégé the leading lady of the Paris Opera. With a mesmerising score and breathtaking special effects, this long-running show is one of the must-see musicals in London.

5. Aladdin at the Prince Edward Theatre

Disney Theatrical Productions brings the magical world of Agrabah to Prince Edward Theatre with its sensational London musical, Aladdin. Based on the much-loved animated classic, the show reveals a whole new world of possibilities with the help of just three wishes.

6. Mamma Mia! at the Novello Theatre

Take a trip down the aisle you'll never forget with Mamma Mia!. More than 10 million people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story and the ABBA songs that make it one of the ultimate feel-good musicals in London.

7. The Book of Mormon at the Prince of Wales Theatre

This comedy musical follows the plight of a pair of teenage Mormon missionaries sent to convert a village in a dangerous part of Uganda. The brainchild of South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone, The Book of Mormon has won nine Tony Awards, including Best Musical.

8. Les Misérables at the Queen's Theatre

Cameron Mackintosh’s legendary production of Boublil and Schönberg's Les Misérables is a global stage sensation. Seen by more than 70 million people in 44 countries and in 22 languages around the globe, it is still breaking box office records everywhere. Booking until Mar 2019

9. Matilda The Musical at the Cambridge Theatre

Be wowed by the Royal Shakespeare Company's multi-award-winning production of Matilda The Musical. Roald Dahl's celebrated story bursts into life in this West End musical by Dennis Kelly and Tim Minchin. Children and adults alike will be delighted by the little girl with an extraordinary imagination.

10. School of Rock at New London Theatre

Rock out with the whole family at this award-winning new musical. Based on the 2003 smash-hit movie, School of Rock follows the side-splitting story of Dewey Finn and his quest to transform a class of A-grade students into the ultimate rock group. But will they make it to the Battle of the Bands? Booking until Jan 2019