ab £37.50
Venue
Shaftesbury Avenue. W1D 5AY
Palasttheater
Das Palace Theatre ist ein Londoner Theater, das auf British Theatre vorgestellt wird. Entdecken Sie kommende Produktionen, praktische Infos zum Haus und Tipps zur Ticketbuchung – damit Ihr Besuch rundum gelingt. Das Palace Theatre eröffnete im Januar 1891 mit der Absicht, eine Heimstätte für die Englische Grand Opera zu sein. Ursprünglich als The Royal English Opera House benannt, waren seine ersten beiden Produktionen (Ivanhoe und La Basoche) Erfolge, doch es gab keine anderen Werke, die das Theater füllen konnten. Ein Jahr später wurde es verkauft, in einen großen Musiksaal umgewandelt und in Palace Theatre of Varieties umbenannt. 1904 wechselte das Theater erneut den Besitzer und unter der Leitung von Alfred Butt wurde ein abwechslungsreiches Programm mit Tanzgruppen und Filmvorführungen (die bereits 1897 begonnen hatten) etabliert. 1911 wurde der Name des Theaters in The Palace Theatre geändert, und es erlebte im Laufe des 20. Jahrhunderts zahlreiche denkwürdige Aufführungen. 1922 beherbergte das Theater die berühmte Comedygruppe The Marx Brothers, die Auszüge aus ihren Broadway-Shows aufführten. Die musikalische Komödie No, No, Nanette wurde 1925 eröffnet und lief 665 Mal. Weitere Shows dieser Ära umfassen Princess Charming (1926), The Girl Friend (1927) und Gay Divorce (1933); Fred Astaires letzter Bühnenmusical. Diese musikalischen Erfolge setzten sich mit The Sound of Music (das 1961 eröffnet wurde und 2.385 Vorstellungen hatte), Jesus Christ Superstar (1972-80) und Les Miserables (1985) fort, das 19 Jahre lief, bevor es in das Queens Theatre verlegt wurde. Zu den jüngsten und populären Produktionen zählen The Woman in White (2004-06), Spamalot (2006-09) und Priscilla Queen of the Desert (2009-11). The Commitments (27. September 2013 -)Derren Brown's Infamous (24. Juni 2013 – 17. August 2013)Singin’ in the Rain (4. Februar 2012 – 8. Juni 2013)Priscilla Queen of the Desert (14. März 2009 – 31. Dezember 2011)Monty Python's Spamalot (30. September 2006 – 3. Januar 2009)The Woman in White (15. September 2004 – 25. Februar 2006) NCP Upper St. Martin's Lane. Chinatown, Soho (Q Park Schema). MasterPark Chinatown. Eine angepasste Toilette befindet sich am Eingang des Theaters. UNTERSTÜTZTE VORSTELLUNGEN:Gibt es Einrichtungen für Hörgeschädigte? Es gibt ein Infrarotsystem, das im gesamten Auditorium funktioniert. Zuganshunde sind im Auditorium gestattet. Personal bietet Hundesitting an. Bitte kontaktieren Sie das Theater direkt für weitere Informationen. Das am meisten ausgezeichnete Stück der Geschichte bringt die Geschichte von Harry Potter auf die Bühne des Palace Theatre. 19 Jahre nach der Schlacht von Hogwarts folgen Sie Harry, nun ein überarbeiteter Angestellter im Zaubereiministerium, und seinem Sohn Albus auf einem außergewöhnlichen neuen Abenteuer. Die Londoner Inszenierung ist die einzige weltweit, die im originalen Zwei-Teil-Format aufgeführt wird. Gewinner von 9 Olivier Awards und 6 Tony Awards. 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
Photos via Google. Attributions: Tony Perreira, Heydar, Brad Lewis, Cynthia Liu
Capacity
Around 1,440 across four levels
Current attached shows
1
Google rating
4.6 ★ (10.4k)
Venue info
Das Palace Theatre ist ein Londoner Theater, das auf British Theatre vorgestellt wird. Entdecken Sie kommende Produktionen, praktische Infos zum Haus und Tipps zur Ticketbuchung – damit Ihr Besuch rundum gelingt.
Das Palace Theatre eröffnete im Januar 1891 mit der Absicht, eine Heimstätte für die Englische Grand Opera zu sein. Ursprünglich als The Royal English Opera House benannt, waren seine ersten beiden Produktionen (Ivanhoe und La Basoche) Erfolge, doch es gab keine anderen Werke, die das Theater füllen konnten. Ein Jahr später wurde es verkauft, in einen großen Musiksaal umgewandelt und in Palace Theatre of Varieties umbenannt. 1904 wechselte das Theater erneut den Besitzer und unter der Leitung von Alfred Butt wurde ein abwechslungsreiches Programm mit Tanzgruppen und Filmvorführungen (die bereits 1897 begonnen hatten) etabliert. 1911 wurde der Name des Theaters in The Palace Theatre geändert, und es erlebte im Laufe des 20. Jahrhunderts zahlreiche denkwürdige Aufführungen. 1922 beherbergte das Theater die berühmte Comedygruppe The Marx Brothers, die Auszüge aus ihren Broadway-Shows aufführten. Die musikalische Komödie No, No, Nanette wurde 1925 eröffnet und lief 665 Mal. Weitere Shows dieser Ära umfassen Princess Charming (1926), The Girl Friend (1927) und Gay Divorce (1933); Fred Astaires letzter Bühnenmusical. Diese musikalischen Erfolge setzten sich mit The Sound of Music (das 1961 eröffnet wurde und 2.385 Vorstellungen hatte), Jesus Christ Superstar (1972-80) und Les Miserables (1985) fort, das 19 Jahre lief, bevor es in das Queens Theatre verlegt wurde. Zu den jüngsten und populären Produktionen zählen The Woman in White (2004-06), Spamalot (2006-09) und Priscilla Queen of the Desert (2009-11).
The Commitments (27. September 2013 -)Derren Brown's Infamous (24. Juni 2013 – 17. August 2013)Singin’ in the Rain (4. Februar 2012 – 8. Juni 2013)Priscilla Queen of the Desert (14. März 2009 – 31. Dezember 2011)Monty Python's Spamalot (30. September 2006 – 3. Januar 2009)The Woman in White (15. September 2004 – 25. Februar 2006)
NCP Upper St. Martin's Lane. Chinatown, Soho (Q Park Schema). MasterPark Chinatown.
Eine angepasste Toilette befindet sich am Eingang des Theaters.
UNTERSTÜTZTE VORSTELLUNGEN:Gibt es Einrichtungen für Hörgeschädigte?
Es gibt ein Infrarotsystem, das im gesamten Auditorium funktioniert.
Zuganshunde sind im Auditorium gestattet. Personal bietet Hundesitting an.
Bitte kontaktieren Sie das Theater direkt für weitere Informationen.
Das am meisten ausgezeichnete Stück der Geschichte bringt die Geschichte von Harry Potter auf die Bühne des Palace Theatre. 19 Jahre nach der Schlacht von Hogwarts folgen Sie Harry, nun ein überarbeiteter Angestellter im Zaubereiministerium, und seinem Sohn Albus auf einem außergewöhnlichen neuen Abenteuer. Die Londoner Inszenierung ist die einzige weltweit, die im originalen Zwei-Teil-Format aufgeführt wird. Gewinner von 9 Olivier Awards und 6 Tony Awards.
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 Palace Theatre opened in January 1891 with the intention of being a home for English Grand Opera. Originally titled The Royal English Opera house, its first two productions (Ivanhoe and La Basoche) were successes, but there were no other works ready to fill the theatre. It was sold a year later, converted into a grand musical hall and renamed the Palace Theatre of Varieties. The theatre changed hands again in 1904 and new manager Alfred Butt emphasized a variety line-up, including dancing girls and film screenings (which began in 1897).
In 1911, the theatres title was altered to The Palace Theatre, and saw memorable performance throughout the rest of the 20th Century. In 1922, the theatre played host to the famous comedy group The Marx Brothers, who performed selections from their shows on Broadway. The musical comedy No, No, Nanette opened in 1925 and ran for 665 performances. Other shows of this era include Princess Charming (1926), The Girl Friend (1927) and Gay Divorce (1933); Fred Astaire’s final stage musical.
These musical successes would continue with The Sound of Music (opening in 1961 and running for 2,385 performances), Jesus Christ Superstar (1972-80), and Les Miserables (1985), which ran for 19 years before transferring to the Queens Theatre. Recent and popular productions include The Woman in White (2004-06), Spamalot (2006-09), and Priscilla Queen of the Desert (2009-11).
Past performances
The Commitments (27 September 2013 -)
Derren Brown's Infamous (24 June 2013 – 17 August 2013)
Singin’ in the Rain (4 February 2012 – 8 June 2013)
Priscilla Queen of the Desert (14 March 2009 – 31 December 2011)
Monty Python's Spamalot (30 September 2006 – 3 January 2009)
The Woman in White (15 September 2004 – 25 February 2006)
Box office hours
Box office open · closes 6pm
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- 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
Waterloo
Train
Waterloo
Bus
14, 19, 24, 29, 38, 40, 176
Parking
NCP Upper St Martin’s Lane. Chinatown, Soho (Q Park Scheme). MasterPark Chinatown.
Seating plan and where to sit
The best seats at the Palace Theatre are in the centre of the Stalls, around rows G to K, where the high stage and a decent rake put the action close to eye level. If those are gone, the front and centre of the Dress Circle is the closest alternative and arguably the best view in the house. The Palace holds around 1,440 across four levels: the Stalls, the Dress Circle, the Grand Circle and the Balcony.
| Level | Best for | Worth knowing |
|---|---|---|
| Stalls | The most immersive view, close to eye level | Centre rows G to K are the sweet spot. Rear rows sit under the Dress Circle overhang, and the outer seats of the front rows are sold as restricted. |
| Dress Circle | A clean, elevated view of the whole stage | Front and centre rows are excellent. The far ends of the first few rows and the side boxes are restricted. |
| Grand Circle | A higher but affordable overview | Aim for the centre to avoid the safety rail on the sides. This level is a long way back. |
| Balcony | The lowest prices in the theatre | One of the steepest and highest balconies in the West End, roughly 60 feet from the stage. Safety rails and the rake restrict most seats. |
Best seats at the Palace Theatre
For Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, the centre of the Stalls gives you the full sweep of the staging and effects at close range, with rows G to K the pick of the section. The front and centre of the Dress Circle is the standout upper choice, offering a slightly raised view that takes in the whole stage picture.
Seats to check before you book
The Palace is a tall, narrow theatre, so restricted views come from support pillars, safety rails and circle overhangs. The rear of the Stalls loses the top of the stage to the Dress Circle overhang, and the outer seats in the front Stalls rows, plus the side boxes, carry restrictions. The Grand Circle side seats sit behind a safety rail, and the Balcony is steeply raked and distant, so even the better central seats there have a partial view.
Best value
The best value sits towards the rear of each level and across the Balcony, where overhangs, pillars and distance bring prices down sharply. The Balcony is the cheapest way in, so long as you are comfortable with the height and steep rake. 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 Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair spaces and transfer seats available.
Are there adapted toilets?
An adapted toilet is available by the entrance to the theatre.
Assisted Performances
Are there facilities for the hard-of-hearing?
There is an infrared system working throughout the auditorium.
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
Previous productions
A Little Night Music Concert
Palace Theatre
An American In Paris: Palace Theatre
Palace Theatre
Coming Up
Palace Theatre
Dead Royal
Palace Theatre
Priscilla Queen of the Desert
Palace Theatre
Richard III
Palace Theatre
Sasha Regan's All Male Pirates Of Penzance
Palace Theatre
The Three Little Pigs
Palace Theatre
The Woman in White
Palace Theatre
What visitors say
I finally got tickets to see Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (Parts 1 & 2) after wanting to go for years, so I was really excited to see what the hype was about. Entry was straightforward: bag checks, a quick scan, tickets shown, then you’re in. The first thing you see is the merch store with show-exclusive items. I grabbed a couple of key rings as souvenirs (something I always do), a bit pricey at around £20 for two and a bag, but expected for theatre merch. They also sell a programme book for £5 with cast info and behind-the-scenes bits, which is actually pretty worth it. The bar area was classy too, and the staff were really friendly and fun. One downside: the seats are tight. I’m not a big guy and still felt cramped 😂 But once the show started, the acting was so good that I honestly forgot about it most of the time. There were a few small things that broke immersion though. Early on, the Sorting Hat actor accidentally said “Gryffindor” instead of “Slytherin,” which confused the whole audience. There was also an unexpected 10-20 minute technical pause that wasn’t the intermission, which disrupted the flow a bit. And Hagrid’s portrayal felt slightly off at times (plus him adjusting his beard mid-scene was unintentionally funny 😂). That said, a lot of the performances were amazing, especially Scorpius, Albus, Snape, and Moaning Myrtle. Scorpius in particular stole the show for me, giving total Matt Smith/Doctor Who energy. Overall, despite a few hiccups and the cramped seating, the staff were great and the production quality and acting were fantastic. I’d definitely recommend seeing both parts in one day if you can. It’s a long day, but totally worth it.
If you haven't seen Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, I highly recommend taking the time to do so. Not in New York, not in Hamburg — but in London. Only there will you get the full experience. It’s such a great piece. Even the theatre itself feels magical. Go and watch it now. Later this year, it will apparently change and you’ll only be able to see the shorter version. So do it now while you still can. You won’t regret it.
I've watched the Harry Potter play and it was just amazing - best performance I've ever seen in my life. The building is magnificent as well, but indeed, not the most comfortable one. I got my tickets to the Grand Circle E12 for 70 quids, and it was great I can highly recommend!
An exquisite theatre where we watched "Harry Potter and The Cursed Child" - stunning choreography and set design throughout, with some incredible cliffhangers at every part of the story. The show is broken into 4 parts over 2 shows - each show having an intermission in the middle. Epic story, breathtaking visuals and very talented acting from all! Ron was super funny to watch on the stage 😉 Some feedback is around the pricing of the merchandise - I wish it was not so expensive and more affordable for families. The ticket prices are already around £100 or more per ticket! Would be helpful if pricing was more family friendly, rather then profit focused. Another area of feedback is to allow for birthday announcements - no system for this currently. Otherwise, a wonderful experience for the whole family. P.S. The dementors are super realistic and scary!
Reviews sourced from Google Maps.
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Frequently asked questions
Where are the best seats at the Palace Theatre?
The centre of the Stalls, roughly rows G to K, is the top choice, as the high stage and decent rake keep the action near eye level. The front and centre of the Dress Circle is the best alternative and gives a clean, slightly raised view of the whole stage.
Which seats at the Palace Theatre have restricted views?
The Palace is a tall, narrow theatre with support pillars, safety rails and circle overhangs. The rear Stalls lose the top of the stage to the Dress Circle overhang, the outer seats of the front Stalls rows and the side boxes are restricted, and the Grand Circle side seats sit behind a safety rail. The Balcony is steeply raked and distant, so most of its seats have a partial view.
How many seats does the Palace Theatre have?
The Palace Theatre seats around 1,440 across four levels. The capacity is split roughly 611 in the Stalls, 275 in the Dress Circle, 228 in the Grand Circle and 328 in the Balcony.
Is there step-free or accessible seating at the Palace Theatre?
Step-free wheelchair access is available to the Stalls via an alternative entrance, with space for wheelchair users and companions. The upper levels are reached only by stairs, with many steps up to the Dress Circle, Grand Circle and Balcony, so it is best to contact the theatre in advance to arrange accessible seating.
What is the best value section for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child?
The rear of each level and the Balcony offer the best value, as overhangs, pillars and distance bring prices down. The Balcony is the cheapest way in for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, provided you are comfortable with the height and steep rake.
What's on at Palasttheater?
The current production at Palasttheater is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts One and Two. Browse and book tickets directly through British Theatre.
What's the nearest tube station to Palasttheater?
The nearest tube station is Waterloo.
Where is Palasttheater?
Palasttheater is located at Shaftesbury Avenue. W1D 5AY.
How can I contact Palasttheater?
You can call Palasttheater on 0330 333 4813. For tickets and bookings, please use British Theatre to secure the best seats.
What are the box office hours at Palasttheater?
The Palasttheater box office (ticket desk) operates: Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday: Closed; Sunday: Closed. Right now the box office is open · closes 6pm. The theatre itself opens around 45 minutes before curtain-up — and you can book online any time through British Theatre.
Is Palasttheater accessible?
Palasttheater offers wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, wheelchair-accessible toilets. Please contact the venue directly if you have specific access requirements.
How big is Palasttheater?
Palasttheater has a capacity of Around 1,440 across four levels — small enough to feel intimate but large enough to host major productions.




