Best comedy shows in London

Laugh out loud to some of the funniest shows, plays and musicals in the capital.
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You'll find plenty of top comedy shows and musicals in London, from fun-filled improvised musicals to award-winning West End shows. 

London also hosts some of the world's best stand-up comedy, with top stand-up comedians from across the world performing here, including Michael McIntyre, Lee Mack, Russell Brand, Pam Ann and more.

Discover the best comedy shows London has to offer on stage and book in advance to save on world-class London theatre tickets

Book of Mormon tickets

Chuckle along to the Tony Award-winning comedy musical, The Book of Mormon. Written by South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone, this side-splitting show tells the story of two Mormon missionaries sent to a dangerous village in Uganda. 

Prices from £24.60 Book now

The Play That Goes Wrong London

A cast of comedy characters in The Play That Goes Wrong © See Tickets. Image courtesy of See Tickets.
Expect the unexpected as The Play That Goes Wrong unfolds in London’s West End. The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society is performing its 1920s murder mystery, but the show doesn't quite go to plan for clumsy performers during two hours of laughs and mayhem. 
Prices from £23.80 Book now

Mrs Doubtfire at the Shaftesbury Theatre

Mrs Doubtfire the musical, at the Shaftesbury Theatre. Image courtesy of See Tickets.
Watch the stage debut of Mrs Doubtfire, a new musical based on the family favourite film. Follow Daniel, an out-of-work actor who, after losing custody of his children, creates a new persona, Mrs Doubtfire, in a desperate attempt to stay in their lives.

The West End Comedy Club

The West End Comedy Club brings the funniest comedy acts to Covent Garden. Image courtesy of the West End Comedy Club.
Located at the heart of the theatre district, the West End Comedy Club presents a variety of the best TV acts, the funniest up-and-comers and veteran circuit pros. It's the perfect place to bring friends and family for a fun evening out in central London.

For other London theatre inspiration, check out the top 10 musicals in London, discover best shows for kids or enjoy more comedy in London

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