Venue

32 Earlham Street, WC2H 9HU

Cambridge Theater

4.7 · 5.9k Google reviewsBox office closed · opens 10am

Das Cambridge Theatre ist ein Londoner Theater, das auf British Theatre vorgestellt wird. Entdecken Sie kommende Produktionen, praktische Informationen zum Haus und hilfreiche Hinweise zur Ticketbuchung – damit Sie bestens auf Ihren Besuch vorbereitet sind. Das Cambridge Theatre wurde 1929–30 erbaut. Als Gegenreaktion auf die damaligen Music Halls und Kinos wählte man für die Innenausstattung ein Design, das den Stil des deutschen Expressionismus der 1920er-Jahre widerspiegelt. Produktionen im Cambridge Theatre zeichneten sich häufig durch vergleichsweise kurze Laufzeiten aus – meist nur ein Jahr, manchmal sogar nur zwei Monate. Zu den längeren Spielzeiten in jüngerer Zeit gehörte das umstrittene Stück Jerry Springer – The Opera, ein Musical von Richard Thomas und dem Komiker Stewart Lee. Es sorgte für grossen Aufruhr und führte zu mehreren Protesten aus der christlichen Gemeinschaft. Die Produktion lief zwei Jahre. 2005 wechselte das Langzeitmusical Chicago vom Adelphi Theatre ins Cambridge und blieb dort fünf Jahre, bevor es ins Garrick umzog. Aktuell ist das Haus Spielstätte für die RSC-Produktion Matilda the Musical, mit Musik und Texten von Tim Minchin. Matilda – Das Musical (24. November 2011 -)Chicago (27. April 2006 - 27. August 2011)Dancing in the Streets (19. Juli 2005 - 22. April 2006)Something Wicked This Way Comes (2. Juni 2005 - 2. Juli 2005)Jerry Springer – The Opera (14. Oktober 2003 - 19. Februar 2005)Our House (28. Oktober 2002 - 16. August 2003)Fame (20. September 2001 - 31. August 2002)The Beautiful Game (26. September 2000 - 1. September 2001)Great Balls of Fire (6. Oktober 1999 - 18. Dezember 1999)Grease (24. Oktober 1996 - 11. September 1999) NCP Shelton Street, Chinatown, Trafalgar (Q Park System) Zwei Plätze für Rollstuhlfahrer und Umsteigesitze sind verfügbar Es ist eine angepasste Toilette im Parkettbereich verfügbar UNTERSTÜTZTE VORSTELLUNGEN:Gibt es Einrichtungen für Hörgeschädigte? Im gesamten Zuschauerraum ist ein Infrarotsystem mit Induktionsschleife und konventionellen Kopfhörern in Betrieb. Assistenzhunde sind im Zuschauerraum erlaubt. Das Personal kann auch bis zu vier Hunde pro Vorstellung im Büro des Managers betreuen. Bitte kontaktieren Sie das Theater direkt für weitere Informationen. Das preisgekrönte Musical der Royal Shakespeare Company bringt Roald Dahls geliebte Geschichte im Cambridge Theatre zum Leben. Mit einem Buch von Dennis Kelly und originalen Liedern von Tim Minchin feiert Matilda die Kraft der Vorstellung und den Einsatz für das Richtige. Gewinner von sieben Olivier Awards, darunter Bester Neuer Musical. Seien Sie die Ersten, die sich die besten Tickets, exklusive Angebote und die neuesten Nachrichten aus dem West End sichern. Sie können sich jederzeit abmelden. Datenschutzrichtlinie

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Capacity

Around 1,250 (three levels)

Current attached shows

Google rating

4.7 ★ (5.9k)

Venue info

Das Cambridge Theatre wurde 1929–30 erbaut. Als Gegenreaktion auf die damaligen Music Halls und Kinos wählte man für die Innenausstattung ein Design, das den Stil des deutschen Expressionismus der 1920er-Jahre widerspiegelt. Produktionen im Cambridge Theatre zeichneten sich häufig durch vergleichsweise kurze Laufzeiten aus – meist nur ein Jahr, manchmal sogar nur zwei Monate. Zu den längeren Spielzeiten in jüngerer Zeit gehörte das umstrittene Stück Jerry Springer – The Opera, ein Musical von Richard Thomas und dem Komiker Stewart Lee. Es sorgte für grossen Aufruhr und führte zu mehreren Protesten aus der christlichen Gemeinschaft. Die Produktion lief zwei Jahre. 2005 wechselte das Langzeitmusical Chicago vom Adelphi Theatre ins Cambridge und blieb dort fünf Jahre, bevor es ins Garrick umzog. Aktuell ist das Haus Spielstätte für die RSC-Produktion Matilda the Musical, mit Musik und Texten von Tim Minchin.

Matilda – Das Musical (24. November 2011 -)Chicago (27. April 2006 - 27. August 2011)Dancing in the Streets (19. Juli 2005 - 22. April 2006)Something Wicked This Way Comes (2. Juni 2005 - 2. Juli 2005)Jerry Springer – The Opera (14. Oktober 2003 - 19. Februar 2005)Our House (28. Oktober 2002 - 16. August 2003)Fame (20. September 2001 - 31. August 2002)The Beautiful Game (26. September 2000 - 1. September 2001)Great Balls of Fire (6. Oktober 1999 - 18. Dezember 1999)Grease (24. Oktober 1996 - 11. September 1999)

NCP Shelton Street, Chinatown, Trafalgar (Q Park System)

Zwei Plätze für Rollstuhlfahrer und Umsteigesitze sind verfügbar

Es ist eine angepasste Toilette im Parkettbereich verfügbar

UNTERSTÜTZTE VORSTELLUNGEN:Gibt es Einrichtungen für Hörgeschädigte?

Im gesamten Zuschauerraum ist ein Infrarotsystem mit Induktionsschleife und konventionellen Kopfhörern in Betrieb.

Assistenzhunde sind im Zuschauerraum erlaubt. Das Personal kann auch bis zu vier Hunde pro Vorstellung im Büro des Managers betreuen.

Bitte kontaktieren Sie das Theater direkt für weitere Informationen.

Das preisgekrönte Musical der Royal Shakespeare Company bringt Roald Dahls geliebte Geschichte im Cambridge Theatre zum Leben. Mit einem Buch von Dennis Kelly und originalen Liedern von Tim Minchin feiert Matilda die Kraft der Vorstellung und den Einsatz für das Richtige. Gewinner von sieben Olivier Awards, darunter Bester Neuer Musical.

Seien Sie die Ersten, die sich die besten Tickets, exklusive Angebote und die neuesten Nachrichten aus dem West End sichern.

Sie können sich jederzeit abmelden. Datenschutzrichtlinie

History

The Cambridge Theatre was built in 1929-30. In a reaction to the music halls and cinemas of the time, the interior décor was selected to reflect the style of the 1920s German expressionist movement. Productions at the Cambridge Theatre have been characterised by relatively short runs, lasting just a year or sometimes as short as two months.

Longer runs in modern times have included controversial piece Jerry Springer – The Opera, a musical written by Richard Thomas and comedian Stewart Lee, which caused great outcry and led to several protests from the Christian community. The show ran for two years.

In 2005, the long running show Chicago transferred from the Adelphi Theatre and remained in the Cambridge for five years before moving to the Garrick. The theatre is currently host to the RSC’s Matilda the Musical, written by comedian Tim Minchin.

Past performances

Matilda the Musical (24 November 2011 -)
Chicago (27 April 2006 - 27 August 2011)
Dancing in the Streets (19 July 2005 - 22 April 2006)
Something Wicked this Way Comes (2 June 2005 - 2 July 2005)
Jerry Springer - The Opera (14 October 2003 - 19 February 2005)
Our House (28 October 2002 - 16 August 2003)
Fame (20 September 2001 - 31 August 2002)
The Beautiful Game (26 September 2000 - 1 September 2001)
Great Balls of Fire (6 October 1999 - 18 December 1999)
Grease (24 October 1996 - 11 September 1999)

Box office hours

Box office closed · opens 10am

Monday: 10:00 AM – 7:15 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:15 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 7:15 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:15 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 7:15 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:45 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 3:15 PM

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

Covent Garden, Leicester Square

Train

Charing Cross

Bus

1, 14, 19, 22, 29, 34, 55, 176

Parking

NCP Shelton Street, Chinatown, Trafalgar (Q Park Scheme)

Seating plan and where to sit

The single best place to sit at the Cambridge Theatre is the centre of the Stalls, roughly the front to middle rows, where the low stage keeps you close to the action without craning your neck. If you would rather take in the whole picture, the front-centre of the Dress Circle gives a clean head-on view. The theatre holds around 1,250 across three levels: the Stalls, the Dress Circle and the Upper Circle.

Level	Best for	Worth knowing
Stalls	Closeness and immersion, especially centre rows a few back from the front	Generous legroom and a low stage. The very front sides can lose edge action, more so as the Matilda set extends into the auditorium.
Dress Circle	A balanced, head-on view of the full stage from the front-centre rows	Front rows give the best perspective. Rear rows have tighter legroom and a front safety rail, plus rails around the stairwells.
Upper Circle	The best value in the house, particularly the second and third rows near the centre	The front feels closer than in many theatres. The rake is steep and the far rear and side seats can be restricted by rails and the Art Deco ceiling line.

Best seats at the Cambridge Theatre

For Matilda the Musical, aim for the centre of the Stalls a few rows back from the front, where the low stage and the set that reaches into the auditorium put you right in the middle of the action. If you prefer height and a complete view of the choreography, the front-centre of the Dress Circle, around rows B and C, is the sweet spot for both the show and the room itself.

Seats to check before you book

True restricted views are limited and sit mostly at the rear of the Upper Circle. The final rows carry a front safety rail, and the seats flanking the stairwells have additional rails, which is why they are among the cheapest in the venue. The steep rake at the very back can also mean heads in front intrude, and the Art Deco ceiling can clip the top of the stage from the highest seats. In the Dress Circle, the rear rows sit behind a safety rail with less legroom, and in the Stalls the extreme front sides can miss action played out at the edges.

Best value

The strongest value is the Upper Circle, especially the second or third row as close to centre as you can get, which keeps you square to the stage for a fraction of the Stalls price. Under-25s can often pick up heavily discounted day seats, and the rear of the Dress Circle offers a solid middle-ground view at a gentler price. 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 Matilda the Musical.

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access

Two spaces for wheelchair users and transfer seats are available

Are there adapted toilets?

An adapted toilet is available in the stalls corridor

Assisted Performances

Are there facilities for the hard-of-hearing?

There is an infrared system working throughout the auditorium with both loop and conventional headsets.

Are guide dogs and/or hearing dogs permitted?

Access dogs are allowed inside the auditorium. Staff can also dog-sit for four dogs per performance in the Manager’s office.

Please contact the theatre directly for further information.

Shows currently at this venue

Tickets für Matilda – Das Musical im Cambridge Theatre, London

Musicals

4.6

Matilda – Das Musical

Cambridge Theatre

ab £22.50

Full what's-on listing for Cambridge Theater

Previous productions

West End

Matilda - May 2017

Cambridge Theatre

Off-West End

Our House

Cambridge Theatre

West End

Pinocchio

Cambridge Theatre

Musicals

Showstopper - Das improvisierte Musical

Cambridge Theatre

ab £28.75

What visitors say

5.0· 2 months ago

I recently went to see Matilda The Musical, and it was absolutely extraordinary. I genuinely enjoyed every single second of it. The children on stage were simply outstanding. Their acting, singing, and energy were beyond impressive, especially given their age. Each child brought so much personality and precision to their role that it was impossible not to be completely immersed in the story. Their timing, expressions, and confidence made the performance feel incredibly professional and emotionally engaging. The staging and set design were equally remarkable. The sets are creative, dynamic, and visually stunning, constantly evolving to match the rhythm and emotion of the story. Combined with clever choreography and playful details, the whole production felt alive and magical. Every scene transition was seamless, keeping the audience fully engaged from start to finish. What really stood out to me was how complete the show felt, the music, the humour, the emotion, the visuals, and the performances all worked together perfectly. It’s one of those rare shows that makes you smile, laugh, and feel genuinely moved, regardless of your age. Overall, Matilda The Musical is an exceptional production: joyful, powerful, and beautifully executed. A truly unforgettable theatre experience that I would recommend without hesitation.

— Miss R

4.0· 2 months ago

I bought this as a gift for my sisters birthday. We watched the show today and we did enjoy it - however we like others we could not understand the Matilda actress much. The first half of the show we did find boring, but the second half was much more enjoyable. Felt quite restricted in the seats too not much room but that can’t be helped. Well done to all the cast especially the children and Mrs Trunchball! It was a good show to see one time however I would not go back and see it again like other west end musicals.

— Frankie

1.0· a month ago

This may ruin Matilda for you, but the children rarely sing! They are accompanied by backing tracks on every song and the children just dance rather than sing. I found the Ms Trunch character offensive. Why is this character played by a man? Are evil woman always old, obese, unattractive and manly? However, the heroine, Ms Honey, is young, slim and beautiful? Is this really the message you want to give your kids? Stay away from ugly people but attractive people are ok? And the body microphones were poor. I couldn't understand about a third of what was said. I would skip this 'musical'.

— Seth Palmer

5.0· 3 months ago

Matilda the Musical was a wonderful experience for both the children and us as parents. Time simply flew by, and we didn’t realise how quickly it passed. It is an outstandingly well-produced and highly enjoyable musical, full of energy, talent and charm. 👏

— Bilge Bilge

Reviews sourced from Google Maps.

Live venue listings

REVIEW: Matilda - May 2017, Cambridge Theatre ✭✭✭✭

11 May 2017

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Frequently asked questions

Where are the best seats at the Cambridge Theatre?

The best seats are in the centre of the Stalls, a few rows back from the front, where the low stage keeps you close without craning your neck. For a full head-on view of the whole stage, the front-centre of the Dress Circle around rows B and C is the sweet spot.

Which seats have a restricted view at the Cambridge Theatre?

Restricted views are mostly at the rear of the Upper Circle, where the final rows have a front safety rail and the seats beside the stairwells have extra rails. The steep rake and the Art Deco ceiling can also affect the highest seats, and the rear of the Dress Circle sits behind a safety rail with tighter legroom.

How many seats does the Cambridge Theatre have?

The Cambridge Theatre holds around 1,250 seats across three levels. These are roughly 497 in the Stalls, 295 in the Dress Circle and 443 in the Upper Circle.

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

Yes, there is step-free access to the Stalls via an alternative entrance on Earlham Street, with two wheelchair spaces in the Stalls and aisle transfer seats that can be arranged in advance. The Dress Circle and Upper Circle are reached by stairs only, so book access seating ahead through the venue's access team.

What is the best value section for Matilda the Musical?

The Upper Circle offers the best value, particularly the second or third row as near to the centre as possible, which keeps you square to the stage for far less than the Stalls. Under-25s can often find heavily discounted day seats, and the rear of the Dress Circle is a good middle-ground option.

What's on at Cambridge Theater?

The current production at Cambridge Theater is Matilda The Musical. Browse and book tickets directly through British Theatre.

What's the nearest tube station to Cambridge Theater?

The nearest tube station is Covent Garden, Leicester Square.

Where is Cambridge Theater?

Cambridge Theater is located at 32 Earlham Street, WC2H 9HU.

How can I contact Cambridge Theater?

You can call Cambridge Theater on 020 3925 2998. For tickets and bookings, please use British Theatre to secure the best seats.

What are the box office hours at Cambridge Theater?

The Cambridge Theater box office (ticket desk) operates: Monday: 10:00 AM – 7:15 PM; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:15 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 7:15 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:15 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 7:15 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:45 PM; Sunday: 10:00 AM – 3:15 PM. Right now the box office is closed · opens 10am. The theatre itself opens around 45 minutes before curtain-up — and you can book online any time through British Theatre.

Is Cambridge Theater accessible?

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

How big is Cambridge Theater?

Cambridge Theater has a capacity of Around 1,250 (three levels) — small enough to feel intimate but large enough to host major productions.

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