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Venue

51 Shaftesbury Avenue, W1D 6BA

सॉन्डहाइम थियेटर

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The Sondheim Theatre (formerly the Queen's Theatre) is a West End theatre located in Shaftesbury Avenue on the corner of Wardour Street in the City of Westminster, London. It opened as the Queen's Theatre on 8 October 1907, as a twin to the neighbouring Hicks Theatre (now the Gielgud Theatre) which had opened ten months earlier.

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Current attached shows

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Venue info

Sondheim Theatre लंदन का एक थिएटर स्थल है, जिसे British Theatre पर फीचर किया गया है। अपनी यात्रा से पहले आने वाले शोज़ देखें, स्थल से जुड़ी व्यावहारिक जानकारी पाएं, और टिकट बुकिंग से जुड़े उपयोगी सुझाव जानें। सॉन्डहाइम थिएटर (पहले क्वीन्स थिएटर) 8 अक्टूबर 1907 को खुला। इसका उद्घाटन नाटक, ‘शुगर बाउल’ नाम की एक कॉमेडी, 36 प्रदर्शनों के बाद बंद हो गया और इसके बाद आए शो भी कुछ खास नहीं चले। 1909 में थिएटर का स्वामित्व बदला और आखिरकार 1914 में ‘पोटैश एंड पर्लमटर’ के साथ इसे बड़ी हिट मिली। 1920 के दशक में यहाँ विवादित प्रस्तुतियाँ देखने को मिलीं—‘द फ़ैनैटिक्स’ और ‘द ट्रायल ऑफ़ मैरी ड्यूगन’ (जिसके लिए थिएटर को अदालत जैसा दिखाने के लिए बदला गया)—साथ ही जॉन मिल्स का वेस्ट एंड डेब्यू, जहाँ उन्होंने ‘हैमलेट’ निभाया। थिएटर में सफल प्रस्तुतियों का सिलसिला (जिसमें 1937 में जॉन गिलगुड द्वारा प्रस्तुत नाटकों का एक सीज़न भी शामिल था) 1940 तक जारी रहा—तभी जर्मन बमबारी के दौरान इसे सीधी चोट लगी। लॉबी वाले हिस्से पूरी तरह नष्ट हो गए और थिएटर 20 साल बाद बहाली तक बंद रहा। 1960 और 1970 के दशक में कई यादगार प्रस्तुतियाँ हुईं, जिनमें ‘ए सूट ऑफ़ थ्री कीज़’ (नोएल कावर्ड की अंतिम स्टेज उपस्थिति), ‘द ऑड कपल’ की यूरोप में पहली प्रस्तुति, ‘द कार्ड’, ‘द ओल्ड कंट्री’ और ‘द ड्रेसर’ शामिल हैं। 1982 में ‘अनदर कंट्री’ का ट्रांसफर यहाँ हुआ, जिसकी कास्ट में (अपने रन के अलग-अलग चरणों में) केनेथ ब्रैनagh, डैनियल डे-लुईस, कॉलिन फ़र्थ और रूपर्ट एवरेट जैसे कलाकार शामिल रहे। यह थिएटर 2004 से ‘ले मिज़ेराब्ल’ की मेज़बानी कर रहा था—यह शो पैलेस थिएटर में 18 साल तक चलने के बाद यहाँ ट्रांसफर होकर आया था। 2019 में, थिएटर के नवीनीकरण के लिए ‘ले मिज़ेराब्ल’ कुछ दरवाज़े आगे गिलगुड थिएटर में ऑल-स्टार कॉन्सर्ट संस्करण के रूप में शिफ्ट हो गया। उसी समय डेलफॉण्ट मैकिन्टोश (थिएटर के मालिक) ने घोषणा की कि दिग्गज ब्रॉडवे कंपोज़र स्टीफ़न सॉन्डहाइम के सम्मान में थिएटर का नाम बदलकर सॉन्डहाइम थिएटर रखा जाएगा। ‘ले मिज़ेराब्ल’ की एक बिल्कुल नई प्रोडक्शन दिसंबर 2019 में खुली, जिसने ट्रेवर नन और जॉन केयर्ड की पुरस्कार-विजेता मूल RSC प्रोडक्शन की जगह ली। Les Misérables (12 अप्रैल 2004 - वर्तमान)The Tamer Tamed (22 जनवरी 2004 - 6 मार्च 2004)The Taming of the Shrew (15 जनवरी 2004 - 6 मार्च 2004)Cyberjam (23 सितंबर 2003 - 3 जनवरी 2004)The Rocky Horror Show (23 जून 2003 - 5 जुलाई 2003)Contact (23 अक्टूबर 2002 - 10 मई 2003)Umoja: The Spirit of Togetherness (18 जून 2002 - 31 अगस्त 2002)Mysteries (26 फ़रवरी 2002 - 18 मई 2002)The Hobbit (28 नवंबर 2001 - 9 फ़रवरी 2002) एनसीपी वार्डर स्ट्रीट, न्यूपोर्ट प्लेस, डेन्मन स्ट्रीट, लेक्सिंगटन स्ट्रीट। मास्टरपार्क पोलैंड स्ट्रीट, चाइनाटाउन (जो क्यू पार्क योजना का हिस्सा भी है)। सहायता प्राप्त प्रदर्शन:क्या सुनने में कठिनाई वाले लोगों के लिए सुविधाएं हैं? पूरे ऑडिटोरियम में एक इन्फ्रारेड सिस्टम काम कर रहा है। सांकेतिक भाषा में व्याख्यान और उपशीर्षक वाले प्रदर्शन उपलब्ध हैं। क्या गाइड कुत्ते और/या सुनवाई सहायक कुत्ते की अनुमति है? आउडिटोरियम के अंदर सहायक कुत्तों की अनुमति है। स्टाफ कुत्ता-बैठने की सुविधा उपलब्ध है। कृपया अधिक जानकारी के लिए सीधे थिएटर से संपर्क करें। दुनिया का सबसे लंबे समय तक चलने वाला म्यूज़िकल, सondheim थिएटर में दर्शकों की आत्मा को प्रेरित करना जारी रखता है। कैमरून मैकिन्टॉश का प्रसिद्ध प्रोडक्शन 'लेस मिज़रेबल्स' विक्टर ह्यूगो की उत्कृष्ट कथा प्रस्तुत करता है जिसमें प्रेम, बलिदान, और मुक्ति की कहानी है, और प्रतिष्ठित गाने जैसे 'आई ड्रीमड अ ड्रीम', 'ऑन माई ओन', और 'वन डे मोर' शामिल हैं। सर्वश्रेष्ठ टिकट, विशेष ऑफ़र, और नवीनतम वेस्ट एंड समाचारों के लिए सबसे पहले बनें। आप कभी भी सदस्यता समाप्त कर सकते हैं। गोपनीयता नीति

History

The Sondheim Theatre (formerly The Queen’s Theatre) opened on 8 October 1907. Its inaugural play, a comedy entitled Sugar Bowl, closed after 36 performances and follow-up shows faired equally poorly. The theatre changed hands in 1909 and finally had a big hit in 1914 with Potash and Perlmutter. The 1920s brought controversial productions of The Fanatics and The Trial of Mary Dugan (where the theatre was altered to look like a courthouse), as well as John Mills’ West End debut playing Hamlet.

The theatre continued to put on successful productions (including a season of plays presented by John Gielgud in 1937) until it received a direct hit during a German bombing raid in 1940. The lobby areas were completely destroyed, and the theatre remained closed until its restoration 20 years later.

The 1960s and 1970s brought many memorable productions, including A Suite of Three Keys (Noel Coward’s final stage appearance), the first European production of The Odd Couple, The Card, The Old Country and The Dresser. 1982 brought the transfer of Another Country, which featured a cast that included (at various points in its run) Kenneth Branagh, Daniel Day-Lewis, Colin Firth, and Rupert Everett.

The theatre has hosted Les Miserable since 2004, after it transferred from the Palace Theatre following an 18-year run. In 2019, Les Miserables moved a few doors down to the Gielgud Theatre in an all-star concert version so that renovations on the theatre could be carried out. At that time it was announced by Delfont Mackintosh (the theatre's owners) that the theatre would be re-named the Sondheim Theatre in honour of legendary Broadway composer Stephen Sondheim).

An all-new production of Les Miserables opened in December 2019 replacing Trevor Nunn and John Caird's award-winning original RSC production.

Past performances

Les Misérables (12 April 2004 - Present)

The Tamer Tamed (22 January 2004 - 6 March 2004)

The Taming of the Shrew (15 January 2004 - 6 March 2004)

Cyberjam (23 September 2003 - 3 January 2004)

The Rocky Horror Show (23 June 2003 - 5 July 2003)

Contact (23 October 2002 - 10 May 2003)

Umoja: The Spirit of Togetherness (18 June 2002 - 31 August 2002)

Mysteries (26 February 2002 - 18 May 2002)

The Hobbit (28 November 2001 - 9 February 2002)


Box office hours

Box office open · closes 7:30pm

  • Monday: 12:00 – 7:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 12:00 – 7:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 12:00 – 7:30 PM
  • Thursday: 12:00 – 7:30 PM
  • Friday: 12:00 – 7:30 PM
  • Saturday: 12:00 – 7:30 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, Embankment

Train

Charing Cross

Bus

14, 19, 38

Parking

NCP Wardour Street, Newport Place, Denman Street, Lexington Street. MasterPark Poland Street, Chinatown (also Q Park scheme).

Seating plan

Sondheim Theatre seating plan

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access

Wheelchair spaces and transfers available.

Are there adapted toilets?

An adapted toilet is available in the foyer.

Assisted Performances

Are there facilities for the hard-of-hearing?

There is an infrared system working throughout the auditorium. Sign interpreted and captioned 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

Previous productions

What visitors say

5.0 · a month ago
Les Misérables is one of the best musical i've ever seen ! The decor were simply amazing, the same for their special effects ! The costums were also amazing but the performance of the actors were simply incredible! They were really good, i was amazed by this play ! It is a mist see if you like musical or theatre or even if you're just here for visiting london!
— Eloïse Lsrn
5.0 · a month ago
Absolutely amazing experience. I went with my fiancé to watch Les Mis since this is his favourite musical. We both enjoyed it so much the performance was brilliant. There’s a bar you can go to if you arrive early where you can purchase a selection of drinks. Staff are all very welcoming and friendly. There was a 15 minute break in between the musical performance where you could stretch your legs, buy more booze, or purchase some ice cream! We bought the honey ice cream and it tasted amazing. Reasonably priced too. We chose the dress circle centre seats in the third row (row C). Would recommend these seats. Had a perfect view of the actors and was close enough to see their emotions. Would definitely go again.
— michelle t
5.0 · a month ago
What a super show. We were on the second row and when we stood up could see right down into the orchestra pit. The scenery was great and it was so slick. All the singing was amazing and so clear. One of the best shows we have ever seen.
— Clive Prescott
5.0 · 3 months ago
Have seen Les Misérables far over 30 times in 4 different countries. This current London production is by far one of the most advanced and best designed versions. The west end cast is of exceptional high quality. Highly recommend to see this newer version if you only knew the older ones with the revolving stage. It has the look and feel of an oil painting. Remarkable light design. Very touching peak moments.
— D S

Reviews sourced from Google Maps.

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Frequently asked questions

What's on at Sondheim Theatre?

The current production at Sondheim Theatre is Les Miserables. Browse and book tickets directly through British Theatre.

What's the nearest tube station to Sondheim Theatre?

The nearest tube station is Charing Cross, Embankment.

Where is Sondheim Theatre?

Sondheim Theatre is located at 51 Shaftesbury Avenue, W1D 6BA.

How can I contact Sondheim Theatre?

You can call Sondheim 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 Sondheim Theatre?

The Sondheim Theatre box office (ticket desk) operates: Monday: 12:00 – 7:30 PM; Tuesday: 12:00 – 7:30 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 – 7:30 PM; Thursday: 12:00 – 7:30 PM; Friday: 12:00 – 7:30 PM; Saturday: 12:00 – 7:30 PM; Sunday: Closed. Right now the box office is open · closes 7:30pm. The theatre itself opens around 45 minutes before curtain-up — and you can book online any time through British Theatre.

Is Sondheim Theatre accessible?

Sondheim Theatre 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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