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Shaftesbury Avenue, W1D 7ES

Lyric Theatre

4.5 · 7.4k Google reviews

The Lyric Theatre is a West End theatre in Shaftesbury Avenue in the City of Westminster. It was built for the producer Henry Leslie, who financed it from the profits of the light opera hit, Dorothy, which he transferred from its original venue to open the new theatre on 17 December 1888.

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Current attached shows

3

Google rating

4.5 ★ (7.4k)

Venue info

Het Lyric Theatre is een iconisch theater in Londen dat wordt uitgelicht op British Theatre. Ontdek de nieuwste voorstellingen, praktische informatie over de locatie en handige tips voor het boeken van tickets voorafgaand aan uw bezoek. Het Lyric Theatre opende op 17 december 1888 aan Shaftesbury Avenue en is daarmee het oudste nog bestaande theater in deze iconische straat. Het gebouw werd oorspronkelijk opgericht in opdracht van Henry J. Leslie als thuisbasis voor operettes, maar in de loop der jaren is het theater vooral bekend geworden door indrukwekkende toneelstukken, komedies en grote musicals. Hoewel het theater nog veel van zijn oorspronkelijke charme heeft behouden (inclusief de gevel uit 1767 waarachter het destijds werd gebouwd), vonden er in 1932-33 grondige vernieuwingen plaats aan de foyer en de bars. De buitengevel werd in 1994 volledig in oude luister hersteld. Een van de grootste successen in de geschiedenis van het theater was 'The Little Hut' in de jaren vijftig, met maar liefst 1.261 voorstellingen. In 1984 kende het theater echter een gitzwarte bladzijde toen acteur Leonard Rossiter tijdens een productie van 'Loot' plotseling aan hartfalen overleed terwijl hij wachtte om het toneel op te gaan. In het jaar 2000 kwam het Lyric Theatre in handen van de Really Useful Group. The Tiger Who Came To Tea (2014)Eddie Izzard: Stripped (2008)The Night of the Iguana, Smaller, Grumpy Old Woman, Cabaret (2006)Death of a Salesman (2005)Beautiful and Damned (2004)The Constant Wife (2002)Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (2001)Brief Encounter (2000)An Ideal Husband (1998)Ain’t Misbehavin’ (1995)Five Guys Named Moe (1990)Steel Magnolias (1989)Loot (1984) Soho, Chinatown (Q Park-korting beschikbaar). NCP-parkeergarages in Wardour Street, Newport Place, Denman Street en Lexington Street. MasterPark Poland Street en Chinatown. Er zijn rolstoelplaatsen en transferstoelen beschikbaar. Er bevindt zich een aangepast toilet bij de Royal-ingang. ASSISTENTIE BIJ VOORSTELLINGEN:Zijn er voorzieningen voor slechthorenden? De gehele zaal is voorzien van een infraroodsysteem (8 headsets beschikbaar). Hulphonden zijn toegestaan in de loges, maar niet in de zaal zelf. Het personeel kan tijdens de voorstelling op uw hond passen. Neem voor meer informatie rechtstreeks contact op met het theater. U vraagt, zij zingen! De met een Olivier Award bekroonde Showstoppers keren terug naar West End in het Cambridge Theatre voor een reeks unieke, geïmproviseerde musicalavonden. Of u nu zin heeft in Sondheim in de Sahara of Hamilton in een ziekenhuis, dit waanzinnige gezelschap creëert ter plekke een gloednieuwe musical waar u bij staat. 'Zó gepolijst, het is bijna ongelooflijk' (Daily Telegraph). Welkom in Hadestown, waar één lied je lot kan veranderen. Winnaar van 8 Tony Awards, waaronder Beste Musical: het folk-jazz meesterwerk van Anaïs Mitchell en Rachel Chavkin vertelt de oude Griekse mythen van Orpheus en Eurydice en van Hades en Persephone opnieuw. ‘Een epische viering van muziek, saamhorigheid en hoop’ (Forbes) – nu te zien in het Lyric Theatre. Een muisje liep door het diepe, donkere woud... De bejubelde bewerking van Tall Stories naar het geliefde prentenboek van Julia Donaldson en Axel Scheffler keert deze zomer terug naar het Lyric Theatre. Verkozen tot het favoriete voorleesverhaal voor het slapengaan: De Gruffalo brengt liedjes, plezier en precies genoeg spanning voor kinderen van 3 tot 103 jaar! Boek nu je kaarten voor Room On The Broom in het Lyric Theatre. Bekijk de cast, aanvangstijden en alle details op BritishTheatre.com. Wees er als eerste bij voor de beste tickets, exclusieve aanbiedingen en het laatste nieuws uit West End. U kunt zich op elk gewenst moment afmelden. Privacybeleid

History

The Lyric Theatre opened on 17 December 1888 on Shaftesbury Avenue (where it is currently oldest theatre on the street). It was originally built for Henry J Leslie as a home for operettas, but over the years has become more associated with straight dramas, comedies, and musicals.

Whilst the theatre retains a lot of its original features (including the 1767 house front it was built behind), it refurbished the foyer and bars in 1932-33, and the façade was restored in 1994.

One of the theatres most successful productions was 1950s The Little Hut, which ran for 1,261 performances. Tragedy struck during a production of Loot in 1984, when Leonard Rossiter suddenly passed away due to heart troubles whilst waiting to go onstage. The Really Useful Group purchased the Lyric in 2000.

Past performances

Tiger Who Came To Tea (2014)
Eddie Izzard: Stripped (2008)
The Night of the Iguana, Smaller, Grumpy Old Woman, Cabaret (2006)
Death of a Salesman (2005)
Beautiful and Damned (2004)
The Constant Wife (2002)
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (2001)
Brief Encounter (2000)
And Ideal Husband (1998)
Ain’t Misbehavin’ (1995)
Five Guys Named Moe (1990)
Steel Magnolias (1989)
Loot (1984)


Transport

Tube

Piccadilly Circus, Leicester Square

Train

Charing Cross

Bus

14, 19, 22B, 38, 53, 88, 94, 159

Parking

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

Seating plan

Lyric Theatre seating plan

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access

Wheelchair spaces and transfer seats available.

Are there adapted toilets?

An adapted toilet is available in the Royal entrance.

Assisted Performances

Are there facilities for the hard-of-hearing?

There is an infrared system working throughout the auditorium (8 headsets)

Are guide dogs and/or hearing dogs permitted?

Access dogs are allowed in the boxes, but not in the auditorium. Staff available to dog sit.

Please contact the theatre directly for further information.

Shows currently at this venue

Previous productions

What visitors say

5.0 · 2 months ago
The venue is incredible, we saw Hadestown which was an amazing show. They use the stage so well, pieces can go up and down, walls move, they have swinging pieces and strobe lights. Drinks were themed to the show and tasted great, decent toilets, friendly staff who went the extra mile.
— Emma Burlton
5.0 · 2 months ago
A wonderful chamber theater, founded in 1880, located near Piccadilly Circus tube station. We really enjoyed "Hadestown," a touching and timeless story of Orpheus and Eurydice. The actors were superb. The staff was polite, and everything was wonderful, except for the slightly cramped and uncomfortable seats, which caused some discomfort. Otherwise, everything was great.
— Irena Irina
3.0 · 3 months ago
Saw Hadestown New Years Eve. We were upgraded to row G. We thought our view in the stalls would be obscured by people in front but we had an excellent view. The Musical itself was ok, with some very talented singers. The theatre itself is lovely and just a few metres walk from Piccadilly tube station.
— Naran McGregor
4.0 · 6 months ago
The staff at the Lyric Theatre were fantastic — well-presented, professional, and incredibly friendly. They managed the crowd on the busy street efficiently and made sure everyone was guided smoothly to their sections. Inside, the venue was clean and easy to navigate. Finding our seats, restrooms, and concession areas was straightforward, which made for a stress-free experience. The balcony layout offered good viewing angles overall, though the higher seating sections do extend quite far above the stage. This can make it a bit challenging to see over taller audience members, and the distance from the stage can lessen the sense of immersion slightly. Of course, this depends on ticket choice and price range, but it’s something to keep in mind when booking. We watched Hadestown, and the performance was absolutely brilliant. The main cast delivered powerful, moving vocals, and the supporting ensemble was impressively synchronized throughout. The live on-stage musicians added an incredible energy that’s best appreciated in person. Show timings were punctual from start to finish, and the entire production was a joy to watch. Overall, the Lyric Theatre offers a great experience — excellent staff, a well-kept venue, and a world-class show. Just be mindful of your seating choice for the best view. ( Pictures from balcony row H)
— Maheer huq

Reviews sourced from Google Maps.

Live venue listings

REVIEW: Thriller Live, Lyric Theatre ✭✭✭✭

10 October 2015

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REVIEW: The Gruffalo, Lyric Theatre ✭✭✭✭

6 July 2015

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REVIEW: Room On The Broom, Lyric Theatre ✭✭✭✭

26 November 2014

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REVIEW: On The Town, Lyric Theatre ✭✭✭✭✭

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Frequently asked questions

What's on at Lyric Theatre?

The current production at Lyric Theatre is Hadestown. Browse and book tickets directly through British Theatre.

What's the nearest tube station to Lyric Theatre?

The nearest tube station is Piccadilly Circus, Leicester Square.

Where is Lyric Theatre?

Lyric Theatre is located at Shaftesbury Avenue, W1D 7ES.

How can I contact Lyric Theatre?

You can call Lyric Theatre on 0330 333 4812. For tickets and bookings, please use British Theatre to secure the best seats.

Is Lyric Theatre accessible?

Lyric 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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