The 2025 Christmas Gift Guide For Theatre Lovers
For the past few years, Theatre and Tonic have been providing you with a Christmas Gift Guide for Theatre Lovers, and we’re back with our 2025 edition! As the festive season approaches, it’s the perfect time to get organised. Whether your loved one is passionate about the stage, musicals, or the magic of the theatre, our curated selection of gifts has something for everyone.
In this guide we look at some great gifts for your home, for self-care activities and experiences that would elevate any trip to the theatre in the future.
Quiet-Time Puzzles & Activities For Theatre Lovers
If you’re looking for some fun and relaxing activities for the theatre lover in your life, there are plenty of showstopping options to enjoy. Les Quizérables: The Showstopping Musical Trivia Book (£10.99, Amazon) by TikTok star Hannah Lowther offers more than 800 musical-theatre questions for a fantastic quiz night, where as the Musical Theatre Crosswords book (£6.93, Amazon) provides 40 West End and Broadway-themed puzzles to keep you entertained on the go. Some other fantastic gifts for those quieter evenings at home are:
50 Must See Musicals Jigsaw Puzzle 🔗 £12.80 at John Lewis
Musical Theatre Colouring Book 🔗 £13.00 on Etsy
Monoply Wicked Edition Game 🔗 £32.00 at Argos
Musical Theatre Embroidery Kits 🔗 from £28 at Amelia Stitches
Theatre Books
Theatre books are perfect gifts for theatre lovers, offering insights into the magic behind the curtain. From captivating scripts and behind-the-scenes stories to actor memoirs and industry guides, they make a lasting addition to any theatre enthusiast’s collection. Some of our favourites include:
A Year of Creative Thinking by Jessica Swale 🔗 £17.60 at Nick Hern Books
A daily treasure trove of prompts, provocations and practical exercises to help you spark new ideas, hone your craft and unleash your creativity from an award-winning writer, director and film-maker. Published in a beautiful copper foiled hardback edition with illustrations throughout, get your hands on an exclusive signed copy when you order directly from the Nick Hern Books website. 'A must-read for any creative spirit' Zooey Deschanel
Murder at the Matinee by Jamie West 🔗 £9.19 on Amazon
This theatrical murder mystery is set to make any stagey reader's day. Following on from the success of Death on the Pier, playwright turned real-life detective, Bertie Carroll, returns for the second book in this golden-age-style whodunnit series, set in the exciting world of theatreland in 1930s London.
The History of the Musicals of the West End 🔗 £53.58 on Not On The High Street
A fantastic gift for any West End fan is this book which shares the incredible history of London’s West End through newspaper content written and printed at the time. The History of the Musicals in the West End is built from a collection of over 2 million newspapers.
A Dancer in Wartime by Gillian Lynne 🔗 £3.68 on Amazon
Gillian Lynne is one of the world's greatest choreographers, known for her contributions to 'Cats' and 'Phantom of the Opera', two of the longest-running shows in Broadway history. A Dancer in Wartime tells the story of a young girl aspiring to be a ballerina during the Blitz. It's a fantastic tale of her developing career and the relationships which were vital to her growing up. It was a book I was gripped to from the very beginning as Gillian Lynne's story is so inspirational.
Theatre Backstage Tours
A truly special gift for any theatre lover is the chance to step behind the curtain with a backstage tour. Many regional venues offer these experiences, so it’s always worth checking what’s available locally. Some standout options include tours at Theatre Royal Drury Lane, Lyceum Theatre and the iconic surroundings of The Globe. For something a little different, the London Musical Walking Tour by Silent Disco offers a fun, immersive way to explore the West End while celebrating its musical heritage.
Afternoon Tea with a Theatrical Twist in London
Did you know that London is full of places where you can elevate your theatre trip with a themed afternoon tea? At The Clermont, Victoria is the Wicked Afternoon Tea (from £55 per person), just three minutes away from the home of the West End musical - it’s the perfect pre-show experience. Experience the timeless appeal of one of London’s longest-running musical with Sofitel St James playing host to the Phantom of the Opera Afternoon Tea (from £80 per person), where as fans of Back to the Future can head to the SOUND Cafe to experience a journey through time from £45 per person. However, if you want to experience one of London’s most iconic venues up close, a experience of the Showstopping Afternoon Tea at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane offers you a quick tour before sitting down to a delicious afternoon tea.
Here’s a look at the Showstopping Afternoon Tea:
Here’s a look at the Phantom of the Opera Afternoon Tea:
Musical Theatre Vinyls
For theatre lovers who appreciate the warm tones of vinyl, these West End recordings make perfect gifts. If your Wicked obsession is still going strong, the Wicked: For Good - The Soundtrack Zoetrope Vinyl (£39.99, Island Records) is a truly magical addition to any collection. And for anyone who fell in love with Rachel Zegler’s spellbinding summer in the West End production of Evita, the stunning Blue Splatter Vinyl (£35.00) offers a beautiful way to relive those iconic performances.
Theatre Subscription Services
Theatre fans can bring the magic of the stage into their homes with streaming services like National Theatre at Home, which offers access to world-class productions, from Shakespeare classics to contemporary hits, recorded live on the iconic London stage. Some upcoming additions to the service are Next to Normal, Life of Pi and The Wind in the Willows! So if you’re stuck for something to watch over the festive period, you can’t go wrong with this service!
Or if you love Playscripts, why not take advantage of a Playscript Subscription from leading theatre publishers Nick Hern Books. It’s the perfect way to keep up to date with the most exciting contemporary drama by today's top writers. Every month, you'll receive a great new play, straight from its production on the UK’s most renowned stages. 6-Month and 12-Month subscriptions are available in both paperback and ebook, starting from just £50 – and you get a printable Gift Certificate to hand to the lucky recipient on the day.
Musical Theatre-Inspired Clothing and Accessories!
Theatre-themed clothing makes a thoughtful and stylish gift for any theatre lover, letting them showcase their passion wherever they go. One Show More and Handmade Broadway have a brilliant selection of stylish additions to any theatre lover’s wardrobe! Also, let’s not forget that all-important pin badge collection! You can either add them to your favourite jacket to wear out, your rucksack, or even just add them to a pin badge display. What’s even better is that there are so many to choose from! We love the ones from Musical Theatre Pins!
Theatre Gifts for the Home
Bring the magic of theatre into your home with these unique gifts. West End performer Peter Hannah provides stunning prints of London’s iconic theatres, perfect for commemorating a favourite theatre trip or anticipating an upcoming one. Another standout is Eve Leoni Art, run by a trained professional performer, whose West End Map print is truly one of a kind. Here are some of our favourite products for the home:
Musical Desktop Calendar 2026 🔗 £10.00 from AmplifyDesignsUK on Etsy
Musical Theatre Show 2026 Wall Calendar 🔗£23.50 from PlayhouseArthouse on Etsy
Stage Door Ceramic Mug 🔗 £12.99 from OneShowMore on Etsy
Changed For Good Print 🔗 £4.49 by SeasonElements on Etsy
Musical Theatre Coasters 🔗£7.00 by Handmade Broadway on Etsy
Personalised Theatre Stage Ornament 🔗£13.73 by KavariLabel on Etsy
Theatre Gift Vouchers
Why not treat someone you love to the gift of theatre? Theatre Tokens make the perfect present, giving your loved one the freedom to choose exactly which show they want to see. We know there are loads of shows we’re looking forward to next year as well!
Don’t forget that one of the greatest gifts we can offer as theatre lovers is our unwavering passion and support for it. So whether you purchase a gift by using our guide, also think about supporting your local regional theatre by contributing to any work they are doing for their community during the festive period. You can also continue to simply have conversations about why theatre is important.
If you are interested in adding anything to our Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide for Theatre Lovers - drop us an email to theatreandtonic@gmail.com.
