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17 Wilton Road, London, SW1V 1LG

Teatro Apollo Victoria

4.6 · 11.4k Google reviews Box office open · closes 7:45pm

The Apollo Victoria Theatre is a West End theatre on Wilton Road in the Westminster district of London, across from London Victoria Station. (The theatre also has an entrance on Vauxhall Bridge Road.) Opened in 1930 as a cinema and variety theatre, the Apollo Victoria became a venue for musical theatre, beginning with The Sound of Music in 1981, and including the long-running Starlight Express, from 1984 to 2002.

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4.6 ★ (11.4k)

Venue info

L’Apollo Victoria Theatre è un teatro di Londra presentato su British Theatre. Scopri i prossimi spettacoli, consigli pratici sulla location e suggerimenti per prenotare i biglietti prima della tua visita. Costruito nel 1929 in stile Art Déco, con interni a tema nautico, l’Apollo Victoria aprì le porte il 15 ottobre 1930. All’epoca, però, si chiamava New Victoria Cinema e proponeva un mix di film e spettacoli di varietà, passando un paio d’anni più tardi alle esibizioni delle big band. Nel 1939 il cinema fu scelto per presentare The Epsom Derby, prima di chiudere nel 1940 a causa della Seconda guerra mondiale. Per fortuna l’edificio riportò danni minimi e riaprì rapidamente già l’anno successivo. Dopo aver scampato i piani di demolizione negli anni ’50, e dopo diversi anni tra balletto, cinema e intrattenimento dal vivo, la sala proiettò i suoi ultimi film nel novembre 1975: un doppio programma horror con Legend of the Werewolf e Vampire Circus. Il 1981 segnò l’inaugurazione dell’edificio come Apollo Victoria. All’inizio degli anni ’80 andarono in scena The Sound of Music, Camelot e Fiddler on the Roof, prima che gli interni venissero profondamente trasformati per Starlight Express. Le modifiche includevano anche una pista che attraversava la platea. Starlight Express rimase in cartellone per 18 anni, dopodiché gli interni furono restaurati e potenziati, dando vita al primo auditorium interamente illuminato con luci LED a basso consumo. Dopo produzioni come Bombay Dreams, Saturday Night Fever e Movin’ Out, il teatro ha accolto il kolossal di Broadway Wicked nel settembre 2006. Le prime otto repliche hanno battuto i record di vendita dei biglietti e, nei sette anni successivi al debutto, lo spettacolo ha incassato oltre 150 milioni di sterline. Wicked (27 settembre 2006 –)Movin' Out (28 marzo 2006 – 22 maggio 2006)Saturday Night Fever (2 luglio 2004 – 18 febbraio 2006)Bombay Dreams (19 giugno 2002 – 13 giugno 2004)Starlight Express (27 marzo 1984 – 12 gennaio 2002)Fiddler on the Roof (28 giugno 1983 – 29 ottobre 1983)Camelot (23 novembre 1982 – 5 febbraio 1983)The Sound of Music (17 agosto 1981 – 18 settembre 1982) ACCESSO PER SEDIE A ROTELLE:Ci sono servizi igienici adattati? SPETTACOLI ASSISTITI:Ci sono strutture per i non udenti? C'è un sistema a infrarossi che funziona in tutto l'auditorium con entrambe le cuffie a induzione e tradizionali. Sono ammessi i cani guida e/o i cani per non udenti? I cani guida, per non udenti e altri cani da lavoro sono benvenuti in tutte le parti del teatro. Si prega di contattare direttamente il teatro per ulteriori informazioni. Scopri la storia mai raccontata delle Streghe di Oz al Teatro Apollo Victoria. Questo musical pluripremiato rivela cosa è successo prima dell'arrivo di Dorothy, esplorando l'insolita amicizia tra Elphaba e Glinda. Ora al suo 20º anno, Wicked presenta scenografie spettacolari e canzoni indimenticabili, tra cui 'Defying Gravity'. Sii il primo ad accedere ai migliori biglietti, alle offerte esclusive e alle ultime novità sul West End. Puoi annullare l'iscrizione in qualsiasi momento. Politica sulla privacy

History

Build in 1929 with an Art Deco style and a nautical themed interior, the Apollo Victoria opened on 15th October 1930. However, when it opened, it was called the New Victoria Cinema, showing a mixture of films and variety shows and moving into big band performances a couple of years later. In 1939, the cinema was chosen to present The Epsom Derby before closing in 1940 due to World War 2. Luckily, the building sustained minimal damage and it quickly reopened a year later.

After avoiding plans for demolition in the 1950s, and several years presenting ballet, films, and live entertainment, the theatre presented its final films in November 1975; a horror double bill of Legend of the Werewolf and Vampire Circus. 1981 marked the opening of the building as the Apollo Victoria. Productions on The Sound of Music, Camelot, and Fiddler on the Roof were all presented in the early 1980s, before the interior was heavily altered for Starlight Express. The modifications included a racetrack through the audience. Starlight Express ran for 18 years before the interior was restored and enhanced, creating the first auditorium completely lit with low power LED lights.

After productions of Bombay Dreams, Saturday Night Fever, and Movin’ Out, the theatre played host to Broadway smash hit Wicked in September 2006. The first eight performances broke ticket sale records, and in the seven years since it opened, it has grossed over £150 million.

Past performances

Wicked (September 27, 2006 –)
Movin' Out (March 28, 2006 – May 22, 2006)
Saturday Night Fever (July 2, 2004 – February 18, 2006)
Bombay Dreams (June 19, 2002 – June 13, 2004)
Starlight Express (March 27, 1984 – January 12, 2002)
Fiddler on the Roof (June 28, 1983 – October 29, 1983)
Camelot (November 23, 1982 – February 5, 1983)
The Sound of Music (August 17, 1981 – September 18, 1982)

Box office hours

Box office open · closes 7:45pm

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 8:45 PM
  • Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 7:45 PM
  • Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:45 PM
  • Friday: 10:00 AM – 7:45 PM
  • Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:45 PM
  • Sunday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 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

Victoria

Train

Victoria

Bus

8, 24, 38, 73

Parking

Pimlico (Q Park scheme), NCP Semley Place

Seating plan

Apollo Victoria Theatre seating plan

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access

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 with both loop and conventional headsets.

Are guide dogs and/or hearing dogs permitted?

Guide, hearing and other working dogs are welcome in all parts of the theatre.

Please contact the theatre directly for further information.

Shows currently at this venue

What visitors say

5.0 · a month ago
Watched Wicked and arguably one of the best shows we have watched! Absolutely flawless performance with standing ovation at the end. The theatre is fantastic and well equipped, and is tailored / themed inside to the latest events / shows. Great bars, seating was comfortable and easy to find - and the view was great no matter where you are sitting. Highly recommend watching Wicked, even if you’re not into theatre performances - the actors are great with plenty of humour thrown in. Great venue and vibes.
— Ron B
3.0 · a month ago
This is more a reflection of the theater than the production. The production was absolutely amazing and would go watch again. Unfortunately this theater is a far cry from good. The staff allowed a larger collective group of late people in around 25 without any though or consideration 10 15 min into the start. They also was always up and down the right side of the stalls isle near the toilets not asking other people to be quite and was generally quite dissapointed.
— Simon
5.0 · a month ago
I went to see Wicked the musical and i strongly recommend going to see it! The actors were amazing, the song entertaining with a real orchestra! The decor and costums were also incredible! And also the building in itself is beautiful! Go see this musical!
— Eloïse Lsrn
5.0 · a month ago
We had an amazing time watching Wicked. Seats Stalls J40 and 41 were superb. There was only one moment in the show where we couldn't see clearly what was happening rear left, so more central seats would have prevented this. At the cost we paid for slightly off-centre, very pleased.
— Catriona Smith

Reviews sourced from Google Maps.

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REVIEW: Wicked, Apollo Victoria Theatre ✭✭✭✭✭

29 April 2015

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Frequently asked questions

What's on at Apollo Victoria Theatre?

The current production at Apollo Victoria Theatre is Wicked The Musical. Browse and book tickets directly through British Theatre.

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

The nearest tube station is Victoria.

Where is Apollo Victoria Theatre?

Apollo Victoria Theatre is located at 17 Wilton Road, London, SW1V 1LG.

What are the box office hours at Apollo Victoria Theatre?

The Apollo Victoria Theatre box office (ticket desk) operates: Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 8:45 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 7:45 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:45 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 7:45 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:45 PM; Sunday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Right now the box office is open · closes 7:45pm. The theatre itself opens around 45 minutes before curtain-up — and you can book online any time through British Theatre.

Is Apollo Victoria Theatre accessible?

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

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