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Portugal Street, WC2A 2HT

Teatro Peacock

4.5 · 3.2k Google reviews

The Peacock Theatre (previously the Royalty Theatre) is a West End theatre in the City of Westminster, located in Portugal Street, near Aldwych. The 999-seat house is owned by, and comprises part of the London School of Economics and Political Science campus, who use the theatre for lectures, public talks, conferences, political speeches and open days.

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4.5 ★ (3.2k)

Venue info

Il Peacock Theatre è un teatro di Londra presente su British Theatre. Scopri gli spettacoli in programma, le informazioni pratiche sul teatro e i consigli per prenotare i biglietti prima della tua visita. Un teatro sorge sul sito del Peacock sin dal XVII secolo. La Tennis Court di Gibbon ospitò nel 1660 una produzione di Otello, che vide la prima donna identificata salire su un palco londinese. Non restano altri documenti sulle rappresentazioni e l'edificio fu distrutto da un incendio nel 1809. Un nuovo teatro fu commissionato da Oscar Hammerstein I (nonno di Oscar Hammerstein II) e aperto nel 1911 come London Opera House. Dopo una serie di produzioni operistiche (inclusa una produzione de La Regina di Picche che vide il primo cantante giapponese interpretare Madame Butterfly), il basso numero di spettatori portò alla vendita del teatro a Oswald Stoll nel 1916, che lo rinominò Stoll Theatre. Il teatro ospitò proiezioni cinematografiche, spettacoli di varietà e produzioni teatrali fino alla sua chiusura e demolizione nel 1957. Il teatro attuale, conosciuto allora come The Royalty Theatre, fu costruito nel 1960, dove proiettò film fino al 1966. A parte Oh! Calcutta! poche produzioni ebbero successo e il teatro diventò uno studio televisivo per This is Your Life prima di essere acquistato dalla London School of Economics (che lo rinominò Peacock Theatre). La compagnia Sadler’s Wells si trasferì nel teatro nel 1996, e dopo l'apertura del nuovo Sadler’s Wells Theatre nel 1998, il teatro divenne la loro sede dedicata per le produzioni di danza. Il luogo è attualmente condiviso tra queste produzioni di danza e la LSE. Il teatro è ritenuto da alcuni infestato da un delfino, conosciuto come 'Flipper'. Blam! (22 ottobre 2013 – 16 novembre 2013)Cirque Eloize (1 ottobre 2013 – 18 ottobre 2013)Justitia (17 settembre 2013 – 27 settembre 2013) Piattaforme e spazi per sedie a rotelle disponibili. SPETTACOLI ASSISTITI:Ci sono strutture per ipoudenti? C'è un sistema a infrarossi che funziona in tutto l'auditorium con cuffie sia a induzione sia convenzionali. I cani guida e/o i cani per non udenti sono ammessi? I cani d'assistenza sono ammessi all'interno dell'auditorium. Si prega di contattare direttamente il teatro per ulteriori informazioni. Alexandra Burke È Chaka Khan! La prima mondiale di I'm Every Woman – The Chaka Khan Musical racconta l'incredibile storia mai raccontata della vincitrice di 10 Grammy. Prenota i biglietti per questo potente nuovo musical al Peacock Theatre – solo per 4 settimane! 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

A theatre has stood on the site of the Peacock since the 17th Century. The Gibbon’s Tennis Court hosted a production of Othello in 1660, which featured the first (identified) woman on a London stage. No other records of plays remain and the building was destroyed in a fire in 1809. A new theatre was commissioned by Oscar Hammerstein I (Oscar Hammerstein II’s grandfather) and opened in 1911 as the London Opera House.

After a string of operatic productions (including a production of The Queen of Spades that featured the first Japanese singer to play Madame Butterfly), low audience numbers led to theatre to be sold to Oswald Stoll in 1916, who renamed it the Stoll Theatre. The theatre hosted cinema screenings, variety acts, and theatrical productions until its closure and demolition in 1957.

The present theatre, known then as The Royalty Theatre, was built in 1960, where it showed films until 1966. With the exception of Oh! Calcutta! few productions found success and the theatre became a TV studio for This is Your Life before its purchase by the London School of Economics (who renamed it the Peacock Theatre). The Sadler’s Wells Company moved to the theatre in 1996, and after the new Sadler’s Wells Theatre opened in 1998, the theatre become their dedicated dance venue. The venue is currently shared between these dance productions and LSE.

The theatre is believed by some to be haunted by a dolphin, known as ‘Flipper’.

Past performances

Blam! (22 October 2013 – 16 November 2013)
Cirque Eloize (1 October 2013 – 18 October 2013)
Justitia (17 September 2013 – 27 September 2013)

Transport

Tube

Holborn

Train

Waterloo

Bus

8, 19, 38, 22B, 25, 188, 501, 521

Parking

Parker Street (24hr Car Park)

Seating plan

Peacock Theatre seating plan

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access

Wheelchair platform lifts and spaces available.

Are there adapted toilets?

There is no adapted toilet.

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.

Please contact the theatre directly for further information.

Previous productions

What visitors say

4.0 · 4 months ago
Well managed and proportioned so flow during entry and exit is good. Sound is good, temperature was comfortable and the view from our seat was excellent. Leg room was terrible. We were in the front row of the dress circle at the recent showing of The Snowman and could barely move.
— D
5.0 · a month ago
It was my first time recently watching ghost stories then snowman, both great. Also is an accessible theatre, it's so helpful to be able to use a lift and not struggle with theatre stairs and having assistance from staff.
— Lucy Brook
4.0 · 5 months ago
Nice smallish Theater in London. I went to see Ghost Stories ( play) on a Sunday afternoon- play started at 5 pm which meant I was home in good time and not tired out the following day. I wish more theatres would consider this more friendly time.
— Frances Neligan
3.0 · 6 months ago
Not my favourite. There is no charm or character. I came here a few times due to the events that are beautiful. The layout as with many theatres aren’t great. Get a pillow if you want to see the podium!!
— Nusynasy S

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Frequently asked questions

What's on at Peacock Theatre?

There is no production currently on sale at Peacock Theatre. Check back soon, or browse our full list of West End shows.

What's the nearest tube station to Peacock Theatre?

The nearest tube station is Holborn.

Where is Peacock Theatre?

Peacock Theatre is located at Portugal Street, WC2A 2HT.

How can I contact Peacock Theatre?

You can call Peacock Theatre on 020 7863 8222. For tickets and bookings, please use British Theatre to secure the best seats.

Is Peacock Theatre accessible?

Peacock 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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