{"id":3485,"date":"2019-03-19T13:29:50","date_gmt":"2019-03-19T13:29:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/international\/?p=3485"},"modified":"2019-03-19T13:29:50","modified_gmt":"2019-03-19T13:29:50","slug":"top-3-west-end-shows-budget","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/international\/top-3-west-end-shows-budget\/","title":{"rendered":"My Top 3 London West End Shows on a Budget"},"content":{"rendered":"

One of my favourite things to do in London is visit the West End theatre district, and to take advantage of seeing West End shows on a budget!<\/p>\n

My love for musicals is closely related to my love for performing. Every time I see a musical live, I feel a really close connection. I imagine myself up there on stage with my friends from the Musical Theatre Society<\/a> \u2013 a student theatre group that I am currently a part of \u2013 and I let the magic of theatre take me on an unforgettable journey. But speaking as a broke student on a limited budget, it can be considered an expensive luxury. Good thing I\u2019ve got you covered on that! Here are some tricks I managed to pick up when it comes to buying theatre tickets for some of my favourite shows in London.<\/p>\n

Aladdin<\/h2>\n

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The Disney movie holds a special place in my heart to this day. So my expectations for Aladdin<\/em> were quite high. But clearly not high enough! I was left in awe at how brilliantly they portrayed the storyline with catchy tunes, colourful costumes and beautiful scenery. And of course, the Genie does such a magnificent job, he might make you believe he is actually magical.<\/p>\n

Where to watch it?<\/strong> I definitely recommend visiting Prince Edward Theatre<\/a> to see this wonderful production!<\/p>\n

Price Rating:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a3\u00a3<\/p>\n

Salome’s Student Saving Tip:\u00a0<\/strong>I suggest buying tickets through the Visit London website<\/a> \u2013 they offer up to 60% discount on tickets! Go on a magic carpet ride and discover a whole new world for only \u00a330.<\/p>\n

Show Rating:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"3<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child<\/h2>\n

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A couple months ago I was fortunate enough to visit the Warner Bros Studios for a real behind the scenes glimpse into the Harry Potter World<\/a> and since then I\u2019ve been dying to see Harry Potter and the Cursed Child<\/em>. This show first premiered back in 2016 at the Palace Theatre<\/a> and has been continuously getting such amazing reviews. As a result, my interest is officially peaked!<\/p>\n

Where to watch it?<\/strong> Palace Theatre<\/a><\/p>\n

Price Rating:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a3\u00a3\u00a3\u00a3\u00a3<\/p>\n

Salome’s Student Saving Tip:\u00a0<\/strong>It\u2019s such a successful show, unfortunately, the ticket prices are quite expensive. But on their official website, they offer a chance to win some of the best seats at an amazingly low price of \u00a340 (\u00a320 per part). Their weekly lottery \u2013 The Friday Forty<\/a> \u2013 releases 40 front row tickets for performances of the following week and I highly suggest entering. It\u2019s completely free and definitely winnable! If you manage to see it before me, I’ll be very jealous! But let me know what you think!<\/p>\n

Show Rating:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"4<\/p>\n

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Wicked<\/h2>\n

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Now celebrating twelve spellbinding years in the West End, the hugely popular musical Wicked<\/em> offers a thrilling adventure on stage. I distinctly remember when it first came out, I had just started secondary school and I used to pass its giant poster every morning. The iconic image of the two Witches of Oz, their allusive motion of whispering displayed on a huge billboard just fascinated me!<\/p>\n

Having this childhood connection to the musical just made it unforgettable when I was finally able to go see this true modern West End classic.<\/p>\n

Where to watch it?<\/strong> Apollo Victoria Theatre<\/a>\u00a0(check tickets online via\u00a0Get Into London Theatre<\/a>).<\/p>\n

Price Rating:<\/strong> \u00a3\u00a3\u00a3<\/p>\n

Salome’s Student Saving Tip:<\/strong> Each year throughout December, January and February, Apollo Victoria Theatre<\/a>\u00a0reduce tickets to \u00a320, \u00a330 and \u00a340 (quality of view dependant) as part of their New Year Sale. Make sure you don’t miss out!<\/p>\n

Show: Rating:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"5<\/p>\n

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Final Tips to make sure you enjoy the best of London’s West End shows<\/h2>\n

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