1. Wicked

While the movie has sparked monumental excitement, there’s truly nothing like seeing Wicked live on stage at the Apollo Victoria Theatre, where every note and spellbinding moment unfolds right before your eyes.

This magical prequel to Dorothy’s adventure takes you behind the curtain to explore the untold story of Elphaba and Glinda. From the struggles of young witches finding their place in a changing world to the trials that test their friendship, Wicked is a dazzling tale of courage, values, and sisterhood.

With unforgettable songs like "Defying Gravity" and "Popular", this iconic musical will lift your spirits and leave you ready to chart your own path. Don’t just dream of Oz—step into it.

2. Six The Musical

Forget everything you thought you knew about history! The six wives of Henry VIII are stepping out of the textbooks and onto the stage, ready to tell their side of the story. This isn’t just history—it’s a pop-powered showdown packed with epic vocals, witty lyrics, and beats that will have you dancing in your seat.

From heartbreak to girl power, these queens rewrite their past and claim the spotlight, proving they’re so much more than just a rhyme in a nursery rhyme. With bold costumes, unapologetic energy, and a soundtrack you’ll have on repeat, Six is the ultimate celebration of reclaiming your voice.

Ready to rock with royalty? The queens are waiting for you at the Vaudeville Theatre.

3. Stranger Things: The First Shadow

Step back into the world of Hawkins, but long before the Demogorgon lurked in the shadows. Set in 1959, this gripping prequel dives into the secrets of the small town that started it all. High schoolers Jim Hopper and Joyce Maldonado are just trying to navigate everyday drama, while Henry Creel’s family moves in, looking for a fresh start—but darkness has other plans.

Packed with mystery, eerie twists, and plenty of ‘80s vibes, The First Shadow will leave you on the edge of your seat. Discover the chilling origins of the Upside Down and how the fight for Hawkins began.

Grab your friends—it’s time to face the shadows at the Phoenix Theatre. Will you be brave enough?

4. Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Playing at the Palace Theatre since 2016, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is perfect for teens because it blends magical adventure with relatable themes like friendship, identity, and family expectations. Following Albus Potter, a teen trying to escape his famous father’s shadow, the story tackles the pressure of living up to others’ expectations and the struggle to define yourself.

With jaw-dropping stage magic, time travel, and appearances from beloved characters, it’s an immersive theatrical event that keeps teens hooked from start to finish.

5. Back to the Future: The Musical

Time travel just got a whole lot more epic! Back to the Future takes you on a wild ride through history, where Marty McFly and Doc Brown blast into the past (and future) in a souped-up DeLorean. Packed with thrills, humour, and mind-blowing effects, this musical brings the iconic movie to life in a way you've never seen before.

Join Marty as he races against time to make sure his parents fall in love, while Doc faces the crazy consequences of meddling with the space-time continuum. From 80s classics to brand new songs, Back to the Future has everything you love about the movie—plus a few twists you won’t see coming.

Hop in, buckle up, and get ready for a show that will leave you screaming “Great Scott!” every step of the way. Time to make some history at the Adelphi Theatre.

Feeling inspired? Check out our list of best-selling shows for even more ideas.

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