Stage Watch: I’m Sorry, Prime Minister, Brainiac Live, I’m Every Woman, Legally Blonde & The Rocky Horror Show
Welcome to your round-up of unmissable West End and touring theatre.
I’m Sorry, Prime Minister
Apollo Theatre, London. Booking until 09 May 2026. Save up to 50%
From the BAFTA Award-winning co-creator of Yes, Minister and Yes, Prime Minister, Jonathan Lynn returns with the long-awaited final chapter of British political satire, I’m Sorry, Prime Minister.
Jim Hacker is back – older, but not necessarily wiser – and still spectacularly out of step with the modern world. Hoping for a quiet retirement at Hacker College, Oxford, he instead finds himself engulfed in a contemporary institutional crisis: cancellation by committee.
As ever, Sir Humphrey Appleby is on hand, armed with bureaucracy, Latin phrases and an instinct for elegant obstruction. What follows is a sharp, affectionate and fast-moving clash between old political instincts and modern institutional chaos, delivered with trademark wit and layered wordplay.
Best for: Fans of Yes Minister, political satire, and classic British comedy writing.
Tips: It’s a dialogue-heavy production, so lean in and catch the rapid-fire exchanges.
Brainiac Live
Garrick Theatre, London. West End return. Save up to 43%
Science’s most chaotic live experience returns to the West End following its Olivier Award win for Best Family Show.
Brainiac Live is a fast-paced, high-energy explosion of experiments, curiosity and controlled chaos. From liquid nitrogen clouds and vortex smoke rings to exploding hydrogen balloons and spinning CO₂ chairs, the show pushes science to its most entertaining extremes.
Designed for families, this is theatre as spectacle – loud, bright, and deliberately unpredictable – where the Brainiacs do all the things you’re definitely not meant to try at home.
Best for: Families and children aged 5+, science enthusiasts, and first-time theatre audiences.
Tips: Expect noise, bangs and visual effects throughout. Earlier performances are better for younger children.
I’m Every Woman – The Chaka Khan Musical
Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre, London. 22 Jul to 27 Sep. No Booking Fees.
The life and legacy of global icon Chaka Khan comes to the stage in this powerful new musical starring Alexandra Burke.
Spanning five decades, the production charts Chaka Khan’s journey from early struggle to international superstardom, told through the music that defined generations – including Ain’t Nobody, I Feel for You, Sweet Thing and Through the Fire.
Beyond the hits, the show explores the woman behind the legend: her creative collaborations with artists including Prince and Stevie Wonder, her personal battles, and her enduring influence on music and culture.
Best for: Fans of jukebox musicals, soul and R&B, and biographical theatre.
Tips: Check casting notices for select performances where the lead role is performed by an alternate cast member.
Legally Blonde The Musical
New Theatre Oxford, Tue 26 to Sat 30 May 2026
The international smash-hit musical comedy Legally Blonde returns in a bold new production starring Amber Davies as Elle Woods.
Based on the beloved film, the story follows Elle’s transformation from fashion-forward sorority queen to determined Harvard Law student. What begins as a quest for love becomes a journey of self-belief, resilience and reinvention.
From the creative team behind Kinky Boots, this revival leans into big energy, sharp choreography and crowd-pleasing musical numbers, delivering a feel-good night out packed with humour and heart.
Best for: Musical theatre fans, rom-com lovers, and uplifting feel-good entertainment.
Tips: Book early for peak performances. Ensemble numbers are a highlight throughout.
The Rocky Horror Show
Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Tue 26 to Sat 30 May 2026
Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock ’n’ roll musical The Rocky Horror Show returns as part of a new world tour, bringing its cult chaos to Aylesbury.
When straight-laced couple Brad and Janet’s car breaks down, they find themselves at the castle of Dr Frank-n-Furter – a night of chaos, transformation, and liberation follows. What unfolds is a riotous mix of rock music, outrageous characters and audience participation.
Directed by Christopher Luscombe, the production features iconic numbers including Sweet Transvestite, Dammit Janet, and Time Warp – a guaranteed showstopper that has thrilled audiences for decades.
Best for: Cult theatre fans, party audiences, and lovers of classic rock musicals.
Tips: Expect audience interaction. Dress up and join in if you want the full experience.
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