British Theatre

Venue

Coventry Street, W1D 6AS

프린스 오브 웨일스 극장

4.7 · 9.2k Google reviews Box office closed · opens 12:30pm

The Prince of Wales Theatre is a West End theatre in Coventry Street, near Leicester Square in London. It was established in 1884 and rebuilt in 1937, and extensively refurbished in 2004 by Sir Cameron Mackintosh, its current owner.

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Current attached shows

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Google rating

4.7 ★ (9.2k)

Venue info

프린스 오브 웨일스 시어터는 British Theatre에 소개된 런던의 극장입니다. 방문 전 예정된 공연, 유용한 관람 정보, 티켓 예매 팁을 확인해 보세요. 1884년, 프린스 극장이 개관하여 'The Palace of Truth'의 리바이벌 공연을 선보였습니다. 'Breaking a Butterfly'와 'The School for Scandal'의 제작은 어느 정도 성공적이었지만, 코믹 오페라 'Dorothy'가 당시 박스오피스 기록을 경신하고 극장의 명성을 확립하는 데 기여했습니다. 사실, 이 공연의 성공은 수익을 사용하여 리릭 극장을 건설하는 데 도움을 주었습니다. 극장은 미래의 에드워드 8세에 의해 프린스 오브 웨일즈 극장으로 이름이 변경되었고, 20세기 초반까지 'Miss Hook of Holland'(1907), 'The Rat'(1924, 이보르 노벨로의 첫 번째 연극), 'Alibi'(1928), 'Encore les Dames'(1937) 등의 성공적인 공연을 주최했습니다. 후자의 공연에서 벌어들인 금액은 1937년 극장의 재건을 지원하는 데 사용되었습니다. 개선된 극장은 같은 해 10월 27일에 개관했습니다. 이 극장은 종종 새벽 2시까지 진행된 진한 분위기의 'Folies De Can-Can'(1938) 시리즈 및 차플린 영화 'The Great Dictator'의 영국 초연을 상영하여 논란을 불러일으켰으며, 결과적으로 극장 소유주는 벌금을 받았습니다. 전쟁 이후에는 피터 셀러스, 밥 호프, 베니 힐, 프랭키 하워드, 그리고 모컴 앤 와이즈를 포함한 다수의 인물이 출연한 다양한 버라이어티 및 리뷰 쇼를 주최했습니다. 1959년에는 'The World of Susie Wong'을 통해 연극 제작으로 돌아와 832회 공연을 기록했습니다. 이후 몇 년 동안, 극장은 'Funny Girl', 'Sweet Charity', 'Aspects of Love', 'Mama Mia!', 그리고 브로드웨이 히트작 'The Book of Mormon' 등 여러 뮤지컬을 주최하게 되었습니다. 더 북 오브 몰몬 (2013년 2월 25일 -)렛 잇 비 (2012년 9월 14일 - 2013년 1월 19일)맘마 미아! (2004년 6월 9일 - 2012년 9월 1일)클리프 - 더 뮤지컬 (2003년 3월 - 2003년 6월)렌트 (2002년 10월 - 2003년 3월)더 풀 몬티 (2002년 3월 - 2002년 10월) 3, 6, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 22, 23, 38, 88, 94, 139, 159, 453 휠체어 접근:적응된 화장실이 있습니까?지원 공연:청각 장애인을 위한 시설이 있습니까? 안내견 및 청각 안내견이 허용됩니까? South Park의 창작자들이 제작한 웨스트 엔드의 가장 기발하고 유쾌한 뮤지컬이 찾아옵니다. 《북 오브 몰몬》은 서로 다른 두 몰몬 선교사가 우간다로 파견되면서 신앙이 상상치도 못한 방식으로 시험 받는 이야기를 다루고 있습니다. 이 대담한 코미디는 9개의 토니 어워드와 4개의 올리비에 어워드를 수상했으며, 현재 웨스트 엔드 역사상 12번째로 가장 오랫동안 공연된 뮤지컬입니다.

History

In 1884, the Prince’s Theatre opened, presenting a revival of The Palace of Truth. Productions of Breaking a Butterfly and The School for Scandal proved moderately successful, but it was the comic opera Dorothy broke box office records for the time and helped establish the theatres reputation. In fact, the production was so successful that the profits were used to build the Lyric Theatre.

The theatre, renamed the Prince of Wales Theatre after the future Edward VIII, continued to host successful productions throughout the early 20th Century, including Miss Hook of Holland (1907), The Rat (1924, Ivor Novello’s first play), Alibi (1928), and Encore les Dames (1937). The money made from the later productions would help fund the effort to rebuild the theatre after its demolition in 1937.

The improved theatre opened on 27 October that same year. It courted controversy by running a series of risqué revues that often ran until 2am (Folies De Can-Can, 1938), and screening the UK premiere of the Chaplin film The Great Dictator, which resulted in the theatre’s owner being fined.

The post-war years saw the theatre host numerous variety and revue shows, which starred (among many others) Peter Sellers, Bob Hope, Benny Hill, Frankie Howerd, and Morecambe and Wise. It returned to producing plays with 1959’s The World of Susie Wong, which ran for 832 performances.

In the following years, the theatre would become host to several musicals, including Funny Girl, Sweet Charity, Aspects of Love, Mama Mia!, and the Broadway smash hit The Book of Mormon.

Past performances

The Book of Mormon (25 February 2013 -)

Let It Be (14 September 2012 - 19 January 2013)

Mamma Mia! (9 June 2004 - 1 September 2012)

Cliff - The Musical (March 2003 - June 2003)

Rent (October 2002 - March 2003)

The Full Monty (March 2002 - October 2002)


Box office hours

Box office closed · opens 12:30pm

  • Monday: 4:30 – 7:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 4:30 – 7:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 4:30 – 7:30 PM
  • Thursday: 4:30 – 7:30 PM
  • Friday: 12:30 – 7:30 PM
  • Saturday: 12:30 – 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

Piccadilly Circus

Train

Charing Cross

Bus

3, 6, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 22, 23, 38, 88, 94, 139, 159, 453

Parking

MasterPark Whitcomb Street. Chinatown, Trafalgar (Q Park scheme)

Seating plan

Prince Of Wales Theatre seating plan

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access

Are there adapted toilets?ASSISTED PERFORMANCES:Are there facilities for the hard-of-hearing?Are guide dogs and/or hearing dogs permitted?

Please contact the theatre directly for further information.

Shows currently at this venue

Previous productions

What visitors say

5.0 · 2 months ago
Like many theatres, this has that old school charm. The Prince of Wales theatre is not that big but I think that's what gives it it's charm. There is still room for a bar and seating areas within the buildings nooks and crannies. We were seated in the boxes at the side and while the view may have been slightly restricted at times it was still an excellent viewing point. We went to see the "Book Of Mormon" which is excellent - I have reviewed that on "Book Of Mormon" on Google Maps. GOOD 👍 Really helpful and engaging staff. They really took an interest. BAD 👎 The lift only goes to certain floors. The staff were there to assist though.
— Mike Naylor (Chief)
4.0 · a month ago
We are clearly warned that the current show, The Book of Mormon, contains strobe lighting and flashing effects. While this information is provided, these lighting effects can be genuinely harmful for people who suffer from epilepsy or other conditions triggered by visual light stimulation. I have not been formally diagnosed with any specific condition, but since the widespread introduction of LED lighting, I have found it increasingly difficult to tolerate shows that rely heavily on intense, flashing, or high-contrast lighting effects. What may be entertaining for some can be physically distressing for others. Would it be possible to consider, at least once a year — for example on International Epilepsy Day (26 March) or on International Day of Persons with disabilities — a performance without strobe or harmful flashing effects? This would be a meaningful step toward inclusion, allowing patrons who are sensitive to lighting effects to experience live theatre safely. Additionally, the theatre’s façade, with its giant digital screen, bright lights, and harsh, cold illumination, contributes to the growing issue of excessive artificial lighting in urban environments. It raises a broader question about the need for stronger legislation in the UK to curb light pollution and promote more responsible lighting practices. To promote this, all Theater could switch off the outside illumination after each show on International Dark Sky Week IDSW 3026: April 13-20, 2026. IDSW 2027: April 5-11, 2027. IDSW 2028: April 24-30 2028 Stars 🧑‍🎨👩‍🌾🎭 would see the stars ✨💫🌟 after their own show. Noctual biodiversity will strive, diurnal biodiversity would benefit from a good night sleep… and human like myself will be able to walk past the theater without a long trimed hat and sun glasses.
— Stella Noctis
5.0 · 2 months ago
Watched The Book of Mormon here and it was amazing! The show is hilarious and the seats we had were excellent for the price - we didn’t see one character but it was someone on stage for max 1 minute and wasn’t too important. Definitely recommend you go and watch!
— Shelley Howard
5.0 · a month ago
What a lovely little theatre. I especially loved the fact they didnt serve sweets in their wrappers as they don't allow the russling! Genius idea! Fantastic show also. The book of Mormon 💗
— Rachel Weir

Reviews sourced from Google Maps.

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Frequently asked questions

What's on at Prince Of Wales Theatre?

The current production at Prince Of Wales Theatre is The Book Of Mormon. Browse and book tickets directly through British Theatre.

What's the nearest tube station to Prince Of Wales Theatre?

The nearest tube station is Piccadilly Circus.

Where is Prince Of Wales Theatre?

Prince Of Wales Theatre is located at Coventry Street, W1D 6AS.

How can I contact Prince Of Wales Theatre?

You can call Prince Of Wales 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 Prince Of Wales Theatre?

The Prince Of Wales Theatre box office (ticket desk) operates: Monday: 4:30 – 7:30 PM; Tuesday: 4:30 – 7:30 PM; Wednesday: 4:30 – 7:30 PM; Thursday: 4:30 – 7:30 PM; Friday: 12:30 – 7:30 PM; Saturday: 12:30 – 7:30 PM; Sunday: Closed. Right now the box office is closed · opens 12:30pm. The theatre itself opens around 45 minutes before curtain-up — and you can book online any time through British Theatre.

Is Prince Of Wales Theatre accessible?

Prince Of Wales 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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