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West End tickets can be pricey, but Londoners rarely pay full price. With a little know-how you can see top shows for a fraction of the cost. Here is every way to get cheap theatre tickets in London, from day seats to digital lotteries.
Day seats and rush tickets
Many theatres release a small number of cheap day seats when the box office opens each morning, sometimes for the best seats in the house. Several shows also offer digital rush tickets through apps like TodayTix, released daily at a set time.
Lotteries
Blockbusters such as Hamilton run online ticket lotteries, where you enter for the chance to buy heavily discounted seats. They are free to enter and worth a daily punt during your trip.
The TKTS booth and official discounts
The official TKTS booth in Leicester Square sells same-day and advance discounted tickets for many shows; avoid the unofficial touts nearby. The official theatre websites and authorised agents also run regular offers, especially midweek and off-peak.
Good to know
Always buy from the official theatre or an authorised agent to avoid scams, as our scams to avoid guide warns. Then plan the rest of the evening with our things to do at night guide.
