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Victoria Street, London, SW1E 5EA

Victoria Palace Theatre

4.7 · 5.9k Google reviewsBox office closed · opens 4:30pm

Victoria Palace Theatre er et spillested i London, som du kan læse mere om her på British Theatre. Gør dig klar til dit besøg ved at udforske kommende forestillinger, praktisk information om teatret og gode råd til billetbestilling. Victoria Palace Theatre begyndte sin historie som et lille koncertlokale ovenpå Royal Standard Hotel, der blev opført i 1832. I 1850 blev bygningen udvidet, og lokalet blev omdøbt til Moy’s Music Hall. Navnet holdt dog ikke længe, og i 1863 skiftede det navn til Royal Standard Music Hall. Sidenhen blev bygningen revet ned og genopbygget to gange – i henholdsvis 1886 og 1910 – hvor den genopstod under navnet Victoria Palace med et repertoire af varietéséshows og revyer. Teatrets rødder i music hall-traditionen betød, at publikum og anmeldere reagerede tøvende, da man forsøgte at introducere mere seriøse forestillinger. For eksempel blev det patriotiske stykke 'Young England' sablet så eftertrykkeligt ned af kritikerne, at det endte med at blive et regulært kulthit. Det viste sig mere profitabelt at vende tilbage til revygenren med succeser som 'Me and My Girl' (1937), 'The Crazy Ones' (en række komiske revyer fra 1947-1962) samt 'The Black and White Minstrel Show', der spillede fra 1960'erne og frem til 1972. Musicals har ligeledes været en stor gevinst for teatret, ikke mindst 'The Buddy Holly Story', som spillede i hele 13 år, før den flyttede til Strand Theatre i 1995. Denne succesfulde linje er fortsat ind i det 21. århundrede med store opsætninger som 'Fame', 'Grease' og verdenspremieren på 'Billy Elliot'. Billy Elliot (11. maj 2005 – 8. april 2016)Tonight's the Night (7. november 2003 - 9. oktober 2004)Grease (2. oktober 2002 - 6. september 2003)Kiss Me, Kate (30. august 2001 - 24. august 2002)Fame - The Musical (3. oktober 2000 - 8. september 2001) Buslinjerne 7, 11, 211, 36, 24, 38, 73, 511 (Victoria Busstation - 100 m) MasterPark Cumberland Street, Pimlico (Q-Park-ordningen) Der er pladser til kørestolsbrugere, og det er muligt at blive hjulpet over i et almindeligt sæde. Der findes et handicaptoilet ved indgangen (kræver RADAR-nøgle). FORESTILLINGER MED ASSISTANCE:Er der faciliteter til hørehæmmede? Der er installeret et infrarødt system i hele salen. Der tilbydes desuden forestillinger med synstolkning. Servicehunde er velkomne i salen. Personalet tilbyder også at passe hunden under forestillingen. Kontakt venligst teatret direkte for yderligere information. Lin-Manuel Mirandas skelsættende musical fortæller historien om den amerikanske grundlægger Alexander Hamilton gennem hiphop, R&B og Broadway-toner. Hamilton, der har vundet 11 Tony Awards, 7 Olivier Awards og en Pulitzer-pris, fortsætter med at revolutionere musicalgenren på Victoria Palace Theatre. Vær den første til at få fat på de bedste billetter, eksklusive tilbud og de seneste nyheder fra West End. Du kan til enhver tid afmelde dig. Privatlivspolitik

Photos via Google. Attributions: Koen van der Linden, Jolien Vdc, offdutyairplanemode, Music Production Krasimir Stoyanov

Capacity

Around 1,550 (three levels)

Current attached shows

1

Google rating

4.7 ★ (5.9k)

Venue info

Victoria Palace Theatre er et spillested i London, som du kan læse mere om her på British Theatre. Gør dig klar til dit besøg ved at udforske kommende forestillinger, praktisk information om teatret og gode råd til billetbestilling.

Victoria Palace Theatre begyndte sin historie som et lille koncertlokale ovenpå Royal Standard Hotel, der blev opført i 1832. I 1850 blev bygningen udvidet, og lokalet blev omdøbt til Moy’s Music Hall. Navnet holdt dog ikke længe, og i 1863 skiftede det navn til Royal Standard Music Hall. Sidenhen blev bygningen revet ned og genopbygget to gange – i henholdsvis 1886 og 1910 – hvor den genopstod under navnet Victoria Palace med et repertoire af varietéséshows og revyer. Teatrets rødder i music hall-traditionen betød, at publikum og anmeldere reagerede tøvende, da man forsøgte at introducere mere seriøse forestillinger. For eksempel blev det patriotiske stykke 'Young England' sablet så eftertrykkeligt ned af kritikerne, at det endte med at blive et regulært kulthit. Det viste sig mere profitabelt at vende tilbage til revygenren med succeser som 'Me and My Girl' (1937), 'The Crazy Ones' (en række komiske revyer fra 1947-1962) samt 'The Black and White Minstrel Show', der spillede fra 1960'erne og frem til 1972. Musicals har ligeledes været en stor gevinst for teatret, ikke mindst 'The Buddy Holly Story', som spillede i hele 13 år, før den flyttede til Strand Theatre i 1995. Denne succesfulde linje er fortsat ind i det 21. århundrede med store opsætninger som 'Fame', 'Grease' og verdenspremieren på 'Billy Elliot'.

Billy Elliot (11. maj 2005 – 8. april 2016)Tonight's the Night (7. november 2003 - 9. oktober 2004)Grease (2. oktober 2002 - 6. september 2003)Kiss Me, Kate (30. august 2001 - 24. august 2002)Fame - The Musical (3. oktober 2000 - 8. september 2001)

Buslinjerne 7, 11, 211, 36, 24, 38, 73, 511 (Victoria Busstation - 100 m)

MasterPark Cumberland Street, Pimlico (Q-Park-ordningen)

Der er pladser til kørestolsbrugere, og det er muligt at blive hjulpet over i et almindeligt sæde.

Der findes et handicaptoilet ved indgangen (kræver RADAR-nøgle).

FORESTILLINGER MED ASSISTANCE:Er der faciliteter til hørehæmmede?

Der er installeret et infrarødt system i hele salen. Der tilbydes desuden forestillinger med synstolkning.

Servicehunde er velkomne i salen. Personalet tilbyder også at passe hunden under forestillingen.

Kontakt venligst teatret direkte for yderligere information.

Lin-Manuel Mirandas skelsættende musical fortæller historien om den amerikanske grundlægger Alexander Hamilton gennem hiphop, R&B og Broadway-toner. Hamilton, der har vundet 11 Tony Awards, 7 Olivier Awards og en Pulitzer-pris, fortsætter med at revolutionere musicalgenren på Victoria Palace Theatre.

Vær den første til at få fat på de bedste billetter, eksklusive tilbud og de seneste nyheder fra West End.

Du kan til enhver tid afmelde dig. Privatlivspolitik

History

The Victoria Palace Theatre began as a small concert room above the Royal Standard Hotel (built 1832). In 1850, the building was expanded and the room became Moy’s Music Hall. This moniker didn’t last long, and by 1863 it was called the Royal Standard Music Hall. The building saw subsequently demolished and rebuilt twice (1886 and 1910), with the new name of The Victoria Palace, presenting varieties and revues.

The music hall roots of the venue led to a mixed response when the theatre attempted to move towards a more mature output. For example, a patriotic play called Young England was so poorly received critically that it became a cult hit.

A return to revue proved more profitable, with productions such as Me and My Girl (1937), The Crazy Ones (a series of comedy revues 1947-1962), and the Black and White Minstrel Show (which played through the 1960s to 1972). Musicals also proved to be successful for the theatre, with The Buddy Holly Story running for 13 years (transferring to the Strand Theatre in 1995).

This trend has continued into the 21st Century, with Fame, Grease, and the premiere of Billy Elliot.

Past performances

Billy Elliot (11 May 2005 – 8 April 2016)
Tonight's the Night (7 November 2003 - 9 October 2004)
Grease (2 October 2002 - 6 September 2003)
Kiss Me, Kate (30 August 2001 - 24 August 2002)
Fame - The Musical (3 October 2000 - 8 September 2001)


Box office hours

Box office closed · opens 4:30pm

  • Monday: 4:30 – 7:45 PM
  • Tuesday: 4:30 – 7:45 PM
  • Wednesday: 4:30 – 7:45 PM
  • Thursday: 12:30 – 7:45 PM
  • Friday: 4:30 – 7:45 PM
  • Saturday: 12:30 – 7:45 PM
  • Sunday: Closed

These are the box office (ticket desk) hours supplied by Google. The theatre itself opens around 45 minutes before curtain-up — always check your ticket for the performance start time. You can book online any time through British Theatre.

Transport

Tube

Victoria

Train

Victoria

Bus

7, 11, 211, 36, 24, 38, 73, 511 (Victoria Bus Station - 100m)

Parking

MasterPark Cumberland Street. Pimlico (Q Park scheme)

Seating plan and where to sit

The best seats at the Victoria Palace Theatre are in the Stalls, towards the middle of the mid rows, where you sit level with the action and take in the full two-level set. If you prefer a raised, panoramic angle, the front of the Royal Circle is the strong alternative. The theatre holds just over 1,550 across three levels: the Stalls, the Royal Circle and the Grand Circle.

LevelBest forWorth knowing
StallsBeing close to the performers and level with the choreographyThe largest level, with around 719 seats. The stage sits high, so the very front rows can lose the performers' feet during big numbers.
Royal CircleA raised, panoramic view that still feels close to the stageThe first tier, with around 422 seats. Front rows are premium; seats towards the far ends of rows can be slightly restricted.
Grand CircleThe best value, with a steep rake that keeps sightlines clearThe top level, with around 364 seats. Legroom is tight and the section feels high, but the strong rake means you see over the row in front.

Best seats at the Victoria Palace Theatre

For Hamilton, aim for the middle of the mid rows in the Stalls, roughly the centre of the section, where you are close enough to catch the detail of the footwork but far enough back to see the whole two-level set and the ensemble movement. The front rows of the Royal Circle are the other strong pick, giving a wider, elevated view of the staging and the fast choreography from above.

Seats to check before you book

Because the stage is high, the front few rows of the Stalls can miss the performers' feet during dance-heavy numbers, so a little further back is often more comfortable. In the Grand Circle, a safety rail runs along the front edge and can clip the view from the first rows, so sitting a row or two back avoids it. Seats at the far ends of rows in the Royal Circle and Grand Circle are angled towards the stage and can feel side-on, though there are no pillars in the auditorium to block the view.

Best value

The best value sits in the Grand Circle, where the mid rows combine a keen price with a steep rake that keeps the stage in clear view, and the side and rear Stalls seats sold as restricted often offer far more than the price suggests. If you are not sure which level suits you, our West End seating guide explains how the levels compare. Compare live prices and seat availability across every section at Hamilton.

Victoria Palace Theatre seating plan

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access

Wheelchair spaces and transfers available.

Are there adapted toilets?

An adapted toilet is available inside the entrance (RADAR key).

Assisted Performances

Are there facilities for the hard-of-hearing?

There is an infrared system working throughout the auditorium. Audio described performances available.

Are guide dogs and/or hearing dogs permitted?

Access dogs are allowed inside the auditorium. Staff dog-sitting available.

Please contact the theatre directly for further information.

Shows currently at this venue

Full what's-on listing for Victoria Palace Theatre

Previous productions

What visitors say

5.0· a month ago
Beautiful venue, amazingly friendly and helpful staff. Interior layout not entirely wheelchair friendly, but we expect that with older buildings. We needed wheelchair access, which was at the side of the building, so a member of staff grabbed her umbrella and walked us round there in the rain, and seemed happy to do it. If course, it helps that the show was Hamilton - absolutely wonderful!
— Keith Young
5.0· a month ago
I saw Hamilton here in February 2026. Upon arrival for the show someone was in our seats, and the staff present gladly helped sort the situation so we could take a seat before the show started. Comfortable seating in the stalls (I'm 6'3"). I appreciate the free cups of water that are available. I didn't wanna miss my shot for that. If you are young, scrappy and hungry, there is a cool selection of food to eat too. When I told people of my experience here they said it must be nice. The venue is kept in good condition, and amazing sounds for the play overall.
— Jahi Johnson
5.0· 3 months ago
The theatre is beautiful and the staff are wonderful. They saw immediately that I had mobility issues and escorted me into the theatre, orientated me and then told me to ask of i needed anything. Hamilton was of course excellent Alex Sawyer is one of the best Hamiltons. The merchandise is very pricy, but the drinks at least were reasonable.
— leanne ray
4.0· 4 months ago
We had an excellent experience when going to see Hamilton at the Victoria Palace theatre. Our seats were at the back of the Royal Circle - and had abundant leg room and easy access to the toilets if needed. While the stage wasn’t obstructed, the balcony above was in our field of view, and not every member of our party appreciated that. However, given how comfortable the seating was, I felt we had great value for the location we were in. The show was excellent and the staff were helpful and communicated well before we arrived and at the theatre. It was interesting to see how the audience reacted, having seen the show in Canada, the US and now the UK. The UK audience was definitely the least reactive to key moments in the show, compared to when I saw it both times in North America, though, as expected, they responded with great enthusiasm to the role of the king (who, of course, provides great comedy to the show). Overall, an excellent experience. Note: theatre does lack accessibility.
— Alyssa Becker

Reviews sourced from Google Maps.

Live venue listings

REVIEW: Hamilton, Victoria Palace Theatre ✭✭✭✭✭

24 December 2017

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Frequently asked questions

Where are the best seats at the Victoria Palace Theatre?

The best seats are in the middle of the mid rows of the Stalls, where you are close to the performers and can still see the full two-level set. The front rows of the Royal Circle are also excellent, giving a raised, panoramic view of the choreography.

Which seats have a restricted view at the Victoria Palace Theatre?

The stage is high, so the very front rows of the Stalls can lose sight of the performers' feet during big numbers. In the Grand Circle a safety rail can clip the view from the front rows, and seats at the far ends of rows in both circles feel side-on, though there are no pillars anywhere in the auditorium.

How many seats does the Victoria Palace Theatre have?

The Victoria Palace Theatre holds just over 1,550 seats across three levels. These are the Stalls with around 719 seats, the Royal Circle with around 422, and the Grand Circle with around 364.

Is there step-free or accessible seating at the Victoria Palace Theatre?

Yes. There is step-free access to the Stalls via the entrance on Allington Street, to the left of the main doors. Stalls Boxes A and F accommodate wheelchair users and companions, and transfer seating is available on Stalls aisle seats; it is best to book access seats in advance.

What is the best value section for Hamilton at the Victoria Palace Theatre?

The Grand Circle offers the best value, with the mid rows pairing a lower price with a steep rake that keeps the stage clearly in view. Side and rear Stalls seats sold as restricted also tend to offer better views than the price suggests.

What's on at Victoria Palace Theatre?

The current production at Victoria Palace Theatre is Hamilton. Browse and book tickets directly through British Theatre.

What's the nearest tube station to Victoria Palace Theatre?

The nearest tube station is Victoria.

Where is Victoria Palace Theatre?

Victoria Palace Theatre is located at Victoria Street, London, SW1E 5EA.

How can I contact Victoria Palace Theatre?

You can call Victoria Palace Theatre on 0344 482 5151. For tickets and bookings, please use British Theatre to secure the best seats.

What are the box office hours at Victoria Palace Theatre?

The Victoria Palace Theatre box office (ticket desk) operates: Monday: 4:30 – 7:45 PM; Tuesday: 4:30 – 7:45 PM; Wednesday: 4:30 – 7:45 PM; Thursday: 12:30 – 7:45 PM; Friday: 4:30 – 7:45 PM; Saturday: 12:30 – 7:45 PM; Sunday: Closed. Right now the box office is closed · opens 4:30pm. The theatre itself opens around 45 minutes before curtain-up — and you can book online any time through British Theatre.

Is Victoria Palace Theatre accessible?

Victoria Palace Theatre offers wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, wheelchair-accessible toilets. Please contact the venue directly if you have specific access requirements.

How big is Victoria Palace Theatre?

Victoria Palace Theatre has a capacity of Around 1,550 (three levels) — small enough to feel intimate but large enough to host major productions.