Now is the time to think about Valentine's day - Here are some West End Shows that should set the right tone for the evening.

(TRAVPR.COM) UK - January 3rd, 2013 - "Valentines Day", to the romantically challenged, are probably two of the most scariest words you’ll hear over the next month, and you will hear them a lot!

Simon Harding from Theatre Breaks says "You are told 'oh anything will do: a pressie, flowers or just a night in' – but beware: apparently a kettle with a rose in it does not count (even if the old one is broken) and a night in does not include watching Newcastle, Liverpool, Chelsea or Tottenham in the first leg of the Europa League Knock-out phase! Oh yes – they clash: I checked!"

Valentine’s Day is on a Thursday this year and Theatre Breaks are offering midweek breaks and romantic weekend away either side of the 14th, thus avoiding the Europa League!

For those wanting a romantic theme they are quite lucky as London's West End is very loved-up at the moment, from Phantom of the Opera to Singin' in the Rain! But beware, there are some pitfalls to avoid.

The Bodyguard – the musical. It’s like the film, it’s all about a girl who “will always love…” her bodyguard, whilst singing Whitney Houston power ballads. Perfect really!

Shrek – The Musical. Very romantic – but if your partner is touchy about their sticky out ears then maybe you should avoid this one!

Midnight Tango – If you have been gripped by "Strictly" fever then this passionate latin dance show starring Vincent and Flavia from the show will have your heart beating a little faster!

Mamma Mia! Lots of fun but whilst the ending is romantic it is not for those with wedding jitters!

Finally, if your love life resembles a 1980′s rock power ballad then Rock of Ages is the one to take your leather-clad significant other to. It is at the Garrick Theatre from 18th January 2013

Theatre Breaks in London can be booked at http://www.theatrebreaks.co.uk. Check out http://www.Stratfordbreaks.com for breaks including tickets for the Royal Shakespeare Company.

More Information can be found at http://www.theatrebreaks.co.uk/valentine-theatre-breaks/

Simon Harding owns online package site theatrebreaks.co.uk He has also just written London Theatre and Theatre Breaks - a guide to booking theatre tickets and packages in London. Theatre Breaks is a family business - Simon works with father Stuart and wife Clare: between them they have been involved in theatre for over 100 years!

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