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Venue

51 Shaftesbury Avenue, W1D 6BA

손드하임 극장

4.7 · 10.1k Google reviews Box office open · closes 7:30pm

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.

0344 482 5151 Open in Google Maps

Photos via Google. Attributions: Sam Saltwell, Leslie Benner, Will Eldredge, ΚΩΝΣΤΑΝΤΙΝΟΣ ΧΕΛΜΗΣ

Current attached shows

1

Google rating

4.7 ★ (10.1k)

Venue info

손드하임 극장은 British Theatre에 소개된 런던의 공연장입니다. 방문 전 예정 공연을 확인하고, 공연장 이용 안내와 티켓 예매 팁까지 한눈에 살펴보세요. 손드하임 극장(구 퀸스 극장)은 1907년 10월 8일 개관했습니다. 개관작은 ‘Sugar Bowl’이라는 제목의 코미디였지만 36회 공연 만에 막을 내렸고, 뒤이어 올린 작품들 역시 성적이 신통치 않았습니다. 극장은 1909년 주인이 바뀌었고, 1914년 ‘Potash and Perlmutter’로 마침내 대성공을 거두게 됩니다. 1920년대에는 논란을 불러일으킨 ‘The Fanatics’와 ‘The Trial of Mary Dugan’(극장을 법정처럼 보이도록 개조해 올린 작품)이 무대에 올랐고, 존 밀스가 웨스트엔드에서 ‘햄릿’으로 데뷔한 것도 이 시기였습니다. 이후에도 1937년 존 길구드가 기획·출연한 연극 시즌을 포함해 흥행작들을 꾸준히 선보였지만, 1940년 독일군 공습으로 직격탄을 맞았습니다. 로비 공간이 완전히 파괴되면서 극장은 문을 닫았고, 복원 작업을 거쳐 20년 뒤에야 다시 관객을 맞이할 수 있었습니다. 1960~70년대에는 기억에 남을 만한 작품들이 잇따랐습니다. 노엘 카워드의 마지막 무대 출연작 ‘A Suite of Three Keys’를 비롯해 ‘The Odd Couple’의 유럽 초연, ‘The Card’, ‘The Old Country’, ‘The Dresser’ 등이 이곳에서 관객을 만났습니다. 1982년에는 ‘Another Country’가 이 극장으로 옮겨와 공연됐는데, 공연 기간 중 여러 시점에 걸쳐 케네스 브래너, 다니엘 데이 루이스, 콜린 퍼스, 루퍼트 에버렛 등 화려한 배우들이 출연해 화제를 모았습니다. 이 극장은 2004년부터 뮤지컬 ‘레 미제라블’을 올려 왔습니다. ‘레 미제라블’은 팰리스 극장에서 18년간 공연한 뒤 이곳으로 옮겨왔죠. 2019년에는 극장 보수 공사를 진행하기 위해 ‘레 미제라블’이 몇 걸음 떨어진 길구드 극장으로 옮겨 올스타 콘서트 버전으로 공연됐습니다. 같은 해, 극장 소유주인 델폰트 매킨토시는 전설적인 브로드웨이 작곡가 스티븐 손드하임을 기리기 위해 극장명을 ‘손드하임 극장’으로 변경한다고 발표했습니다. 이후 2019년 12월, 트레버 넌과 존 케어드가 만든 수상 경력의 RSC 오리지널 프로덕션을 대신해 완전히 새롭게 제작된 ‘레 미제라블’이 개막했습니다. 레 미제라블 (2004년 4월 12일 - 현재)길들여진 길들이는 여자 (2004년 1월 22일 - 2004년 3월 6일)말괄량이 길들이기 (2004년 1월 15일 - 2004년 3월 6일)사이버잼 (2003년 9월 23일 - 2004년 1월 3일)록키 호러 쇼 (2003년 6월 23일 - 2003년 7월 5일)컨택트 (2002년 10월 23일 - 2003년 5월 10일)우모자: 함께함의 정신 (2002년 6월 18일 - 2002년 8월 31일)미스터리즈 (2002년 2월 26일 - 2002년 5월 18일)호빗 (2001년 11월 28일 - 2002년 2월 9일) NCP 워도어 스트리트, 뉴포트 플레이스, 덴먼 스트리트, 렉싱턴 스트리트. 마스터파크 폴란드 스트리트, 차이나타운 (Q 파크 체제에도 포함됩니다). 강당 전체에서 작동하는 적외선 시스템이 있습니다. 수화 통역 및 자막이 제공되는 공연도 있습니다. 세계에서 가장 오래 상연된 뮤지컬이 소년하임 극장에서 계속해서 감동을 선사합니다. 카메론 매킨토시의 전설적인 프로덕션인 레 미제라블은 빅토르 위고의 사랑, 희생, 구원의 대서사를 담고 있으며, 'I Dreamed a Dream', 'On My Own', 'One Day More'와 같은 상징적인 노래들이 포함되어 있습니다.

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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