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404 Strand, London, WC2R 0NH

Vaudeville Theater London

4.6 · 3.4k Google reviews Box office open · closes 7pm

The Vaudeville Theatre is a West End theatre on the Strand in the City of Westminster. Opening in 1870, the theatre staged mostly vaudeville shows and musical revues in its early days.

Photos via Google. Attributions: Vaudeville Theatre, Jordan G, Maxim Behm, Garste

Current attached shows

1

Google rating

4.6 ★ (3.4k)

Venue info

Das Vaudeville Theatre London ist ein Londoner Theater, das auf British Theatre vorgestellt wird. Entdecken Sie kommende Shows, praktische Hinweise zum Veranstaltungsort und Tipps zur Ticketbuchung vor Ihrem Besuch. Das Vaudeville Theatre eröffnete am 16. April 1870. Ganz seinem Namen entsprechend bestanden die ersten Produktionen aus einer Komödie und einer Burleske. Geschichtsträchtig wurde das Haus 1875 mit Our Boys: Die Produktion war die erste weltweit, die 500 Vorstellungen in Folge erreichte – und später sogar 1.000. 1889 wurde das Theatre für eine Renovierung geschlossen. Als es 1891 wieder öffnete, bot es großzügigere Sitzplätze. In den folgenden Jahren kehrte Our Boys zurück, begleitet von erfolgreichen Komödien und Musicals wie Quality Street (von J. M. Barrie), The Catch of the Season, The Belle of Mayfair und Baby Mine. Mit dem Ausbruch des Ersten Weltkriegs wandelte sich das Haus jedoch zu einem Ort für leichte Unterhaltung und Musical-Revuen – ein Programm, das bis zur erneuten Schließung 1925 fortgeführt wurde. 1926 öffnete das Theatre wieder – mit vollständig neu gestaltetem Innenraum – und brachte rasch eine Reihe von Erfolgen heraus, darunter die Revue R.S.V.P., die Komödie The Bread-Winner und das Musical Salad Days. Letzteres kam als West-End-Transfer vom Bristol Old Vic und stellte mit 2.283 Vorstellungen einen Rekord auf. Damit war es das am längsten laufende Musical der Geschichte – bis My Fair Lady es zwei Jahre später überholte. In jüngerer Zeit wurde das Theatre erneut renoviert, brachte eine Wiederaufnahme von Salad Days heraus, beherbergte Stomp fünf Jahre lang und ging in die Leitung von Nimax Theatres über. Derzeit ist Mischief Theatre als Resident Company am Vaudeville Theatre. Di and Viv and Rose (2015)Handbagged (2014)The Duck House (2014)The Ladykillers (29. Juni 2013 -)The West End Men (25. Mai 2013 - 22. Juni 2013)Great Expectations (6. Februar 2013 - 30. März 2013)Onkel Wanja (2. November 2012 - 26. Januar 2013)Volcano (16. August 2012 - 29. September 2012)Was ihr wollt (16. Mai 2012 - 28. Juli 2012)Master Class (7. Februar 2012 - 28. April 2012)Schwalben und Amazonen (20. Dezember 2011 - 14. Januar 2012)Zerbrochenes Glas (16. September 2011 - 10. Dezember 2011)The Flying Karamazov Brothers (9. Juni 2011 - 20. August 2011) MasterPark Trafalgar Square. NCP Upper St Martins Lane. Chinatown (Q Park Programm) Gibt es barrierefreie Toiletten?Im Theater gibt es keine barrierefreie Toilette (nächste barrierefreie Toilette: Adelphi Theatre).UNTERSTÜTZTE VORSTELLUNGEN:Gibt es Einrichtungen für Hörgeschädigte? Im gesamten Zuschauerraum ist eine Infrarot-Höranlage in Betrieb. Sind Blindenhunde und/oder Assistenzhunde für Hörgeschädigte erlaubt? Assistenzhunde sind im Zuschauerraum erlaubt. Betreuung durch das Personal möglich. Bitte wenden Sie sich für weitere Informationen direkt an das Theater. Vom Edinburgh Fringe zum globalen Phänomen: In Six verwandeln sich die sechs Ehefrauen von Heinrich VIII. in eine Mädchenband des 21. Jahrhunderts im Vaudeville Theatre. Dieses Pop-Konzert-Musical gibt Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anna of Cleves, Katherine Howard und Catherine Parr die Gelegenheit, ihre Kronen zurückzuerobern und ihre Geschichten durch chartreife Hymnen zu erzählen. Gewinner von mehreren WhatsOnStage Awards und Olivier-nominiert als Bestes 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 Vaudeville Theatre opened on 16 April 1870. True to its name, its inaugural productions were a comedy play, and a burlesque show. The venue made history with its 1875 productions Our Boys, which became to first theatrical production in the world to reach 500 consecutive performances, and then 1,000 performances.

In 1889 the theatre was closed for refurbishment. When it reopened in 1891 it contained more spacious seating. The years that followed saw a revival of Our Boys alongside successful comedies and musicals like Quality Street (by J. M. Barrie), The Catch of the Season, The Belle of Mayfair, and Baby Mine, before the outbreak of the First World War turned the theatre into a venue for light entertainment and musical revues. These revues would run until the theatre was closed again in 1925.

The theatre reopened in 1926 with a completely reconstructed interior and quickly produced a string of successful productions including the revue R.S.V.P, the comedy The Bread-Winner, and the musical Salad Days, a transfer from Bristol Old Vic that set West-End records by running for 2,283 performances, making it the longest-running show in musical theatre history (until it was overtaken by My Fair Lady 2 years later).

In recent times, the theatre has undergone another refurbishment, produced a revival of Salad Days, hosted the Stomp for 5 years, and brought under the management of Nimax theatres.

At present, Mischief Theatre are in residence at the Vaudeville Theatre.

Past performances

Di and Viv and Rose (2015)
Handbagged (2014)
The Duck House (2014)
The Ladykillers (29 June 2013 -)
The West End Men (25 May 2013 - 22 June 2013)
Great Expectations (6 February 2013 - 30 March 2013)
Uncle Vanya (2 November 2012 - 26 January 2013)
Volcano (16 August 2012 - 29 September 2012)
What the Butler Saw (16 May 2012 - 28 July 2012)
Master Class (7 February 2012 - 28 April 2012)
Swallows and Amazons (20 December 2011 - 14 January 2012)
Broken Glass (16 September 2011 - 10 December 2011)
The Flying Karamazov Brothers (9 June 2011 - 20 August 2011)


Box office hours

Box office open · closes 7pm

  • Monday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Friday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 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

Charing Cross

Train

Charing Cross

Bus

1, 4, 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 68, 76, 171, 176, 188

Parking

MasterPark Trafalgar Square. NCP Upper St Martins Lane. Chinatown (Q Park scheme)

Seating plan

Vaudeville Theatre London seating plan

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access

No wheelchair spaces. Transfers available.

Are there adapted toilets?There is no adapted toilet in the theatre (nearest adapted toilet: Adelphi 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

What visitors say

4.0 · 3 months ago
Went to see Six the musical on Sunday 21st December. It was absolutely brilliant. It's quite an intimate theatre not as big as other west End theatres I've been to. It is well maintained. We sat in Box D, which has a restricted view of the side of the stage but to be honest it didn't matter to me because most of the songs are performed in the middle anyway. Loved having the space to sit comfortably and so close to the stage!
— Louise Bush
4.0 · a month ago
Six is a fun funky musical. The singers and the songs are very fitting for each wife and made me laugh. The show is very upbeat like a disco party. If you want actually facts about Henry 8th wives and want a quiet and calm atmosphere, this show is NOT for you. Get you sparkly outfits on and enjoy the rock show. I sat in row D stalls "Sorry, not sorry 'bout what I said I'm just tryna have some fun"
— Trang H
5.0 · 2 months ago
Up in the circle the viewing was a little cramped. Hence four stars. But then I've just watched Six and forget the seats the performance was just fantastic. The cast had wonderful voices and the production was uplifting and sublime. My 45 Year 8 students all loved it. And given the fact that watching a musical was "gonna be boring" was how we started even better! Well done. Will deffo be going again!
— Ahmed
5.0 · 2 months ago
We sat in seats A1-2 of the Dress Circle. Seat A1 was advertised as restricted view but there didn’t seem to be anything restricted about it. Would highly recommend. Great legroom and spacious area around these seats. Six the musical absolutely incredible. So impressed. The theatre itself is lovely and intimate. Much smaller than others in the West End.
— James C

Reviews sourced from Google Maps.

Live venue listings

REVIEW: Six the Musical (Nov 21), Vaudeville Theatre London ✭✭✭✭✭✭

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REVIEW: Groan Ups, Vaudeville Theatre London ✭✭

13 October 2019

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REVIEW: Emilia, Vaudeville Theatre London ✭✭✭✭✭

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Frequently asked questions

What's on at Vaudeville Theatre London?

The current production at Vaudeville Theatre London is Six. Browse and book tickets directly through British Theatre.

What's the nearest tube station to Vaudeville Theatre London?

The nearest tube station is Charing Cross.

Where is Vaudeville Theatre London?

Vaudeville Theatre London is located at 404 Strand, London, WC2R 0NH.

How can I contact Vaudeville Theatre London?

You can call Vaudeville Theatre London on 0330 333 4814. For tickets and bookings, please use British Theatre to secure the best seats.

What are the box office hours at Vaudeville Theatre London?

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

Is Vaudeville Theatre London accessible?

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

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