All West End & London Theatre Venues

Adelphi Theatre

Now Playing: Back to the Future
Upcoming: Concerts by Candlelight - Meat Loaf , Concerts by Candlelight - Queen

A part of West End Theatre, The Adelphi Theatre was the fo

urth theatre on the site. Since its inception, this Theatre has specialized in comedy and musical theatre, and today it receives a variety of productions, including many musicals.

Opening Date: 1806

Seating Capacity: 1498

Address: Strand, London WC2R 0NS

Aldwych Theatre

Now Playing: TINA: The Tina Turner Musical

Renowned for its comedies, the Aldwych Theatre is a famous West End theatre that has been running hit productions since 1905.  It is built in Edwardian Architecture and has been listed as Grade II on 20 July 1971.

Opening Date: 23 December 1905

Seating Capacity: 1200

Address: 49 Aldwych, London WC2B 4DF

The Ambassadors Theatre

Now Playing: Harry Clarke

Bought by the Ambassador Theatre Group in 1913, The Ambassadors Theatre is one of the smaller theatres of the West End with a seating of 444 people. One of the most famous productions of The Ambassadors Theatre was Agatha Christie’s Mousetrap which ran here from 1952 to 1974. 

Opening Date: 5 June 1913

Seating Capacity: 444

Address: West St, London WC2H 9ND

Apollo Theatre

Now Playing: For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When The Hue Gets Too Heavy

One of the most famous theatres in London, The Apollo Theatre stands tall in London’s theatreland, the West End. A home for new and upcoming plays and musicals, the theatre has been a popular destination for entertainment since its opening.

Opening Date: 21 February 1901

Seating Capacity: 775

Address: Shaftesbury Ave, London W1D 7EZ

Apollo Victoria Theatre

Now Playing: Wicked

Apollo Victoria Theatre was opened in 1930 as a cinema and variety theatre but it soon made a name for itself by showcasing some of the best musical theatres. This was the venue where Sound Of Music started being showcased, and now it is a popular site for the musical, Wicked.

Opening Date: 15 October 1930

Seating Capacity: 2,328

Address: 17 Wilton Rd, Pimlico, London SW1V 1LG

Arts Theatre

Now Playing: The Choir of Man,, Austentatious,

Upcoming: The Jungle Comedy Lock-In

The Arts Theatre was opened as a performance space for unlicensed play. This venue was opened for shows that were thought to be commercially not viable. The seating area is quite close to where the action is happening so the audience will have an unobstructed view. 

Opening Date: 1927

Seating Capacity: 350

Address: 6-7 Great Newport St, London WC2H 7JB

Cambridge Theatre

Now Playing: Matilda the Musical

Cambridge Theatre is one of the five theatres to open in London in 1930. It has one of the best interiors among the West End theatres. The seating consists of three levels- Stalls, Royal Circle, and Grand Circle.

Opening Date: 4 September 1930

Seating Capacity: 1,231

Address: Earlham St, London WC2H 9HU

Criterion Theatre

Now Playing: Two Strangers (carry a cake across New York)

The criterion theatre was originally built to be a concert hall and it is the only West End Theatre that is built completely underground. The theatre has undergone a lot of change from when it was made owing to several renovations. The auditorium has three seating levels – Stalls, Dress Circle, and Upper Circle.

Opening Date: 21 March 1874

Seating Capacity: 588

Address: 218-223 Piccadilly, St. James's, London W1V 9LB

Charing Cross Theatre

Now Playing: Bronco Billy - The Musical
Upcoming: Marie Curie

There has always been a theatre under the Charing Cross station's arches, but this theatre was constructed only in 2011. This theatre has undergone three name changes and is now called Charring Cross because of its cosy productions.

Opening Date: 1936

Seating Capacity: 265

Address: The Arches, Villiers St, London WC2N 6NL

Dominion Theatre

Now Playing: Sister Act, The Elvis Years

The Dominion Theatre opened just before the Wall Street Crash resulting in the first couple of productions not doing well. So in the 1950s, the Dominion was turned into a cinema theatre and it was not till the 1980s that the theatre returned to being a live performance house again.

Opening Date: October 1929

Seating Capacity: 2,069

Address: 268-269 Tottenham Court Rd, London W1T 7AQ

Duchess Theatre

Now Playing: The Play That Goes Wrong

One of the smallest proscenium-based theatres in the West End, The Duchess Theatre had a rocky beginning but later garnered a name with long-standing productions like Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit and the musical Oh! Calcutta! in 1974. It is currently home to an Award-winning Mischief Theatre comedy- The Play That Goes Wrong.

Opening Date: 25 November 1929

Seating Capacity: 479

Address: 3-5 Catherine St, London WC2B 5LA

The Duke of York's Theatre

Now Playing: An Enemy of the People

The Duke Of York's Theatre opened with the name “The Trafalgar Square Theatre”. It underwent a name change 3 years later in honour of King George V. The Ambassador Theatre Group bought the theatre in 1992 and since then it has become the London headquarters for the Theatre group.

Opening Date: 10 September 1892

Seating Capacity: 640

Address: St Martin's Ln, London WC2N 4BG

Eventim Apollo

Now Playing: Only Fools And Horses
Upcoming: Shrek The Musical

Eventim Apollo was formerly known as Hammersmith Apollo, This West End venue is one of the biggest Live entertainment destinations in London. Home to comedians, cabarets, and musicals, the stage adaptation of the Sister Act, a hit blockbuster is currently the most popular at Eventim Apollo. 

Opening Date: 28 March 1932

Seating Capacity: 3,000

Address: 45 Queen Caroline St, London W6 9Q

Garrick Theatre

Now Playing: For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When The Hue Gets Too Heavy, Instructions for a Teenage Armageddon, Mind Mangler: Member of the Tragic Circle

Named after the actor David Garrick, the Garrick Theatre is a medium-sized theatre with three levels of seating. The Theatre has been running a plethora of musicals in recent times like 'A Little Night Music and The Winter’s Tale' by Kenneth Branagh. 

Opening Date: 24 April 1889

Seating Capacity: 732

Address: 2 Charing Cross Rd, London WC2H 0HH

Gielgud Theatre

Now Playing: Opening Night

The Gielgud Theatre was built in pair with the Queen’s Theatre though it was the first to open its doors to the audience. The theatre sports impressive gold leaf work and a beautiful circular staircase in the foyer that leads to the oval gallery. The West End premiere of 'To Kill A Mockingbird' will open in Gielgud Theatre in 2022. 

Opening Date: 27 December 1906

Seating Capacity: 986

Address: Shaftesbury Ave, London W1D 6AR

Gillian Lynne Theatre

Now Playing: Standing At The Sky's Edge, The Wizard of Oz

The Gillian Lynne Theatre was named the New London Theatre before renaming it after the legendary West End choreographer. This theatre has run a few favourite musical names like Andrew Lloyd Webber’s 'Cats' and it will be home to the world premiere of Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical 'Cinderella'.

Opening Date: 2 January 1973

Seating Capacity: 1,024

Address: 166 Drury Ln, London WC2B 5PW

Harold Pinter Theatre

Now Playing: The Hills of California

Known famously as The Comedy Theatre, this Theatre was where the New Watergate Club was formed which played a huge part in overturning the stage censorship enforced by the Lord Chamberlain’s Office. 

Opening Date: 15 October 1881

Seating Capacity: 796

Address: Panton St, London SW1Y 4DN

His Majesty's Theatre

Now Playing: The Phantom of the Opera

His Majesty’s Theatre stands on the site where four theatres came and went. Designed in the style of Louis XIV, this theatre has housed both musicals and straight plays. 

Opening Date: 1705

Seating Capacity: 1,216

Address: Haymarket, St. James's, London SW1Y 4QL

London Coliseum

Now Playing: Nutcracker, Jenufa, The Magic Flute, The Ballet Icons Gala,
Upcoming: Duke Bluebeard's Castle

The London Coliseum opened as one of the largest West End theatres in London, with over 2,300 seats. When the Theatre opened initially it was used in a variety of shoes, even chariot races but in recent times this theatre has housed operas as well as musicals.

Opening Date: 1904

Seating Capacity: 2,359

Address: London Coliseum, St Martin's Ln, London WC2N 4ES

London County Hall

Now Playing: Witness For The Prosecution

The London County Hall was inaugurated by King George V and Queen Mary on 17 July 1922. In the initial days, the London County Hall served as the headquarters of the local government for London but it is now home to the production Witness for the Prosecution which is staged in a real-life courtroom.

Opening Date: 1922

Seating Capacity: 210

Address: Belvedere Road, London SE1 7PB

London Palladium

Now Playing: Hello, Dolly!

The London Palladium is one of the most iconic theatres in London and has seen the Andrew Lloyd Webber-produced musical revivals of 'The Sound of Music' in 2006 and 'The Wizard of Oz' in 2010. 

Opening Date: 26 December 1910

Seating Capacity: 2,286

Address: 8 Argyll St, London W1F 7TF

Lyceum Theatre

Now Playing: The Lion King

With a rich history that stems back to the 1800s, The Lyceum Theatre opened as the Theatre Royal Lyceum which focused on showcasing English operas. In recent times, the current production 'The Lion King' has made a lasting mark and has been running for over two decades.

Opening Date: 14 July 1834

Seating Capacity: 2,100

Address: 21 Wellington St, London WC2E 7R

Lyric Theatre

Now Playing: Hadestown

The Lyric Theatre is the oldest surviving theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue. Home to various types of theatre, including opera and comedy, in recent times it has been running mainly plays and musicals.  With massive success with the arrival of 'Thriller Live' which played for a decade, 'Get Up, Stand Up! The Bob Marley Musical' will soon take its place at the Lyric Theatre in 2021. 

Opening Date: 17 December 1888

Seating Capacity: 967

Address: 29 Shaftesbury Ave, London W1D 7ES

Noël Coward Theatre

Now Playing: Player Kings

The Theatre underwent two name changes before being named in memory of the famous playwright Noel Coward who left a resounding mark in the 1920s theatre culture. This theatre was the host of the premiere of Lionel Bart’s world-famous musical 'Oliver'! 

Opening Date: 12 March 1903

Seating Capacity: 872

Address: 85-88 St Martin's Ln, London WC2N 4AP

Novello Theatre

Now Playing: Mamma Mia!

The Novello Theatre built as a pair with the Aldwych Theatre has played host to several successful productions. This theatre is had a resounding success with comedies like the black comedy 'Arsenic and Old Lace', which enjoyed a run of 1337 performances.

Opening Date: 22 May 1905

Seating Capacity: 1,105

Address: Aldwych, London WC2B 4LD

Old Vic Theatre

Upcoming : Machinal

Originally named the Royal Coburg Theatre, The Old Vic has been home to many successful musicals and comedies and has nurtured many starting plays into full house hits. 

Opening Date: 1818

Seating Capacity: 1,067

Address: The Cut, London SE1 8NB

Palace Theatre

Now Playing: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

The Palace Theatre bought by the Nimax Theatres saw the world premiere production of 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' and plays host to a host of different performances ranging from stand-up to musicals. 

Opening Date: 1891

Seating Capacity: 1,400

Address: 113 Shaftesbury Ave, London W1D 5AY

Peacock Theatre

The Peacock Theatre was opened to play London plays but it was then repurposed as a cinema hall and as a television studio from 1980 to 1986 where they shot 'This Is Your Life.

Opening Date: 13 November 1911

Seating Capacity: 999

Address: Portugal St, London WC2A 2HT

Phoenix Theatre

Now Playing: STRANGER THINGS: The First Shadow

The Phoenix Theatre currently owned by the Ambassador Theatre Group retains much of its original design of intricate gold engravings, decorated ceilings, plush red seats, and sculpted wooden doors. It is also home to the West End premiere of 'Come From Away', which won five Olivier Awards including Best New Musical. 

Opening Date: 24 September 1930

Seating Capacity: 1,012

Address: Charing Cross Rd, London WC2H 0JP

Piccadilly Theatre

Now Playing: Moulin Rouge! The Musical

The Piccadilly Theatre has a façade of a simple building but it has majestic interiors with rich shades of pink, golds and green.

Opening Date: 27 April 1928

Seating Capacity: 1,232

Address: 16 Denman St, London W1D 7DY

Playhouse Theatre

The Playhouse Theatre formerly known as the Royal Avenue Theatre has played host to both flops as well as big hits and has had eminent celebrities in its productions like Emilia Clarke and Lindsay Lohan.

Opening Date: 11 March 1882

Seating Capacity: 786

Address: Northumberland Ave, London WC2N 5DE

Prince Edward Theatre

Now Playing: MJ The Musical

Prince Edward Theatre is known to be a house for musicals and was refurbished to have greater acoustics and the size of stage. One of the biggest successes of this hall has been 'Mamma Mia' which premiered here in 1999 and is still running today. 

Opening Date: 3 April 1930

Seating Capacity: 1,716

Address: Old Compton St, London W1D 4HS

Prince of Wales Theatre

Now Playing: The Book of Mormon

The Prince of Wales Theatre has played host to the premiere of 'The Great Dictator', Charlie Chaplin’s film that was banned across most of Europe. It has since then been refurbished to fit 1,100 seats and the stage has also been made larger to accommodate bigger productions. 

Opening Date: 1884

Seating Capacity: 1,160

Address: Coventry St, London W1D 6AS

Savoy Theatre

Upcoming: Mean Girls

The Savoy Theatre has undergone a lot of revamping since its opening in 1929  but after a fire that burnt the fine interiors of this majestic theatre, it was restored back to the original 1929 designs. 

Opening Date: 10 October 1881

Seating Capacity: 1,158

Address: Savoy Ct, London WC2R 0ET

Shaftesbury Theatre

Now Playing: Mrs. Doubtfire

The Shaftesbury Theatre has since seen a long line of phenomenal musical productions performed on its stage, the first being 'West Side Story'. This season is featuring the West End premiere of '& Juliet'. 

Opening Date: 26 December 1911

Seating Capacity: 1,400

Address: 210 Shaftesbury Ave, London WC2H 8DP

Sondheim Theatre

Now Playing: Les Misérables

The Sondheim Theatre suffered major damage in World War II and it took twenty years to repair the damage caused. The theatre has seen performances from several celebrities like Fred Astaire and, recently, Nick Jonas in the long-running musical 'Les Misérables'.

Opening Date: 8 October 1907

Seating Capacity: 1,074

Address: 51 Shaftesbury Ave, London W1D 6BA

St Martin's Theatre

Now Playing: The Mousetrap
Upcoming: The Smartest Giant in Town

The St Martin's Theatre has produced several hit plays throughout its time and is now the current tenant of 'The Mousetrap', which came from the next-door Ambassador Theatre to the larger St Martin’s to continue its legendary run.

Opening Date: 23 November 1916

Seating Capacity: 550

Address: West St, London WC2H 9NZ

Theatre Royal Drury Lane

Now Playing: Frozen The Musical

The Theatre Royal Drury Lane is the fourth theatre built on one of the oldest theatre sites in London, dating back to 1663 and still in use today. The theatre, designed by Benjamin Dean Wyatt, is currently owned by the legendary Andrew Lloyd Webber.

Opening Date: 10 October 1812

Seating Capacity: 2,196

Address: Catherine St, London WC2B 5JF

Trafalgar Theatre

Now Playing: A Mirror
Upcoming: People, Places & Things

The Trafalgar Theatre is a brand new West End theatre that opened in the summer of 2021. This  Grade II playhouse features a new single auditorium and two seating levels: the stalls and dress circle. 
Opening Date: 29 September 1930

Seating Capacity: 380

Address: 14 Whitehall, London SW1A 2DY

Vaudeville Theatre

Now Playing: Six

The Vaudeville Theatre is located close to the Adelphi Theatre and the Savoy Theatre and is currently home to a British comedy troupe called Mischief Theatre who have premiered new works including 'Magic Goes Wrong, Groan Ups' and brought the return of 'Mischief Movie Night'.

Opening Date: 16 April 1870

Seating Capacity: 690

Address: 404 Strand, London WC2R 0NH

Victoria Palace Theatre

Now Playing: Hamilton

Victoria Palace Theatre is a renowned West End theatre, home of the multiple award-winning musical since 2017- Hamilton: An American Musical.

Opening Date: 6 November 1911

Seating Capacity: 1,550

Address: 79 Victoria St, London SW1E 5EA

Wyndham's Theatre

Now Playing: Long Days' Journey Into Night
Upcoming: Oedipus, Next to Normal

The Wyndham’s Theatre was the dream project of Charles Wyndham who also managed the Criterion Theatre. The theatre has seen many notable celebrities on the stage like Helen McCrory, Ruby Wax, and even Madonna.

Opening Date: 16 November 1899

Seating Capacity: 759

Address: Charing Cross Rd, London WC2H 0DA

@sohoplace

Now playing: Red Pitch

Inaugurated in 2022, @sohoplace was the first purpose-built West End theatre to be opened in 50 years. It was designed by Haworth Tompkins and constructed by Laing O’Rourke on the site of the previous London Astoria, close to the Tottenham Court Road station. It is run by Nimax Theatres.

Opening Date: 15 October 2022

Seating Capacity: 602

Address: 4 Soho Pl, Charing Cross Rd, London W1D 3BG, United Kingdom

ABBA Arena

Now Playing: ABBA Voyage

Created by entertainment architects Stufish, ABBA Arena is the world’s largest demountable temporary venue designed to house the famous band’s revolutionary virtual show called the ABBA Voyage. It is located near Pudding Mill Station, London.

Opening Date: 2022

Seating Capacity: 3000

Address: 1 Pudding Mill Ln, London E15 2RU, United Kingdom

Barbican Centre

Now Playing: My Neighbour Totoro

The Barbican Centre is the largest performing arts venue in Europe, hosting a delightful blend of classical and contemporary concerts, productions, film screenings, and more.

Opening Date: 3 March 1982

Seating Capacity: 1162

Address: Silk St, Barbican, London EC2Y 8DS

Bridge Theatre

Now Playing: Guys & Dolls

The Bridge Theatre, near Tower Bridge in London, was developed by Nick Starr and Nicholas Hytner as the base of the London Theatre Company. The auditorium has a flexible seating arrangement that can be moulded according to the production.

Opening Date: October 2017

Seating Capacity: 900

Address: 3 Potters Flds Pk, London SE1 2SG, United Kingdom

Bush Theatre

Bush Theatre is a world-famous haven for new plays. The venue aims to nurture and produce the best new playwrights from all backgrounds.

Opening Date: 1972

Seating Capacity: 180

Address: 7 Uxbridge Rd, London W12 8LJ

Churchill Theatre

The Churchill Theatre is located in Bromley in southeast London. The theatre was built by the London Borough of Bromley in the style of European opera houses and is a stellar example of a repertory theatre. It is built on the side of a hill and the auditorium is situated below ground level.

Opening Date: 19 July 1977

Seating Capacity: 781

Address: High St, Bromley BR1 1HA, United Kingdom

Hampstead Theatre

Specializing in producing new writing, Hampstead Theatre has become one of London’s most vibrant theatres, producing plays that have traveled across the country and beyond.

Opening Date: 2003

Seating Capacity: 405

Address: Eton Ave, London NW3 3EU

Kiln Theatre

Winner of the ‘Best London Theatre’ at the Stage Awards in 2021, Kiln Theatre first opened in 1980, showcasing a diverse range of plays.

Opening Date: 1980

Seating Capacity: 292

Address: 269 Kilburn High Rd, London NW6 7JR

Lyric Hammersmith

The Lyric Hammersmith is a theatre off King Street, Hammersmith, in London. Originating as a music hall on Bradmore Grove, the theatre was later taken apart and reconstructed near King Street after 1966. It has two major performance spaces — the Main House and the Studio.

Opening Date: 1888

Seating Capacity: 586

Address: Lyric Square, King St, London W6 0QL, United Kingdom

The Other Palace

Initially known as St. James Theatre, the venue opened in 2012 with a production of Bully Boy, now acquired by the Really Useful Theatres Group.

Opening Date: 18 September 2012

Seating Capacity: 432

Address: 12 Palace St, London SW1E 5JA

Park Theatre

Now Playing: The Interview
Upcoming: The Time Machine, Kim's Convinience

Following a long search for a venue, The Park Theatre was finally established in 2010 and opened in 2013, housing an array of shows.

Opening Date: 2013

Seating Capacity: OAT: 200 Studio: 90

Address: Clifton Terrace, Finsbury Park, London N4 3JP

Royal Albert Hall

Upcoming: Cirque du Soleil: Alegria

The Royal Albert Hall is a concert hall in South Kensington, London. The Hall was designed in the Italianate style and was inaugurated by Queen Victoria herself. The venue hosts concerts, award ceremonies, film screenings and other entertainment events throughout the year.

Opening Date: 1871

Seating Capacity: 5272

Address: Kensington Gore, South Kensington, London SW7 2AP, United Kingdom

Sadler's Wells

Sadler's Wells is primarily a dance venue on Rosebery Avenue, Islington. It has a long rich history as a site of entertainment events — it is the sixth theatre to be present on the site, the first of which was built in the 1680s. Sadler's Wells maintains an additional base at the Peacock Theatre.

Opening Date: October 1998

Seating Capacity: 1577

Address: Rosebery Ave, London EC1R 4TN, United Kingdom

Shakespeare's Globe

Upcoming: Hansel And Gretel

Step back into history and discover a world-renowned theatre, education centre, and cultural landmark - a reconstruction of where William Shakespeare wrote his plays.

Opening Date: 1997

Seating Capacity: 873

Address: 21 New Globe Walk, London SE1 9DT

Southbank Centre, Queen Elizabeth Hall

The Queen Elizabeth Hall is a venue that is part of the Southbank Centre arts complex. It has become popular for hosting live gigs, musical performances, dance shows and other entertainment events. Designed in the Brutalist style, Higgs and Hill built the venue.

Opening Date: 1967

Seating Capacity: 928

Address: Belvedere Rd, London SE1 8XX

Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre

Located in the heart of Webley Park is an exciting performance space - Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre, offering an array of plays, musicals, and more.

Opening Date: 2019

Seating Capacity: 2000

Address: 3 Fulton Rd, Wembley Park, Wembley HA9 0SP