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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

Lyric Theatre är en av de anrika scenerna i London som du kan läsa mer om här på British Theatre. Upptäck aktuella föreställningar, få praktisk information om lokalen och hitta matnyttiga tips inför ditt biljettköp. Lyric Theatre slog up portarna den 17 december 1888 på Shaftesbury Avenue och är idag den äldsta teatern på gatan. Från början lät Henry J Leslie bygga den för operetter, men genom åren har den blivit mest förknippad med talteater, komedier och musikaler. Teatern har bevarat många av sina ursprungliga detaljer – bland annat fasaden från 1767 som den byggdes bakom – men både foajén och barerna renoverades 1932–33, och exteriören återställdes till sin forna glans 1994. En av teaterns största succéer var 50-talsuppsättningen av The Little Hut, som spelades hela 1 261 gånger. Men historien rymmer även sorg; under en föreställning av Loot 1984 gick den folkkäre Leonard Rossiter plötsligt bort i hjärtproblem medan han väntade på sin entré. Sedans år 2000 ägs Lyric Theatre av The Really Useful Group. Tiger Who Came To Tea (2014)Eddie Izzard: Stripped (2008)Iguanans natt, Smaller, Grumpy Old Woman, Cabaret (2006)En handelsresandes död (2005)Beautiful and Damned (2004)The Constant Wife (2002)Katt på hett plåttak (2001)Kort möte (2000)En idealisk äkta man (1998)Ain’t Misbehavin’ (1995)Five Guys Named Moe (1990)Blommor av stål (1989)Loot (1984) Parkeringsmöjligheter finns i området, bland annat genom Q-Park-systemet i Soho och Chinatown. Du hittar även NCP-parkeringar på Wardour Street, Newport Place, Denman Street och Lexington Street, samt MasterPark på Poland Street och i Chinatown. Det finns platser för rullstolar samt platser för dem som kan flytta sig från rullstolen till en stol. TILLGÄNGLIGHETSANPASSADE FÖRESTÄLLNINGAR:Finns det hjälpmedel för hörselskadade? Det finns ett infrarött system installerat i hela salongen (8 mottagare/headset finns att tillgå). Assistanshundar är tillåtna i logerna, men inte inne i själva salongen. Personal finns tillgänglig för att se efter hunden under föreställningen. Vänligen kontakta teatern direkt för mer information. Ni ger förslagen, de väljer musiken! De Olivier Award-prisade Showstoppers återvänder till West End och Cambridge Theatre för en rad exklusiva och improviserade musikalkvällar. Oavsett om ni drömmer om Sondheim i Sahara eller Hamilton på ett sjukhus, skapar detta fenomenala gäng en helt ny musikal live framför era ögon. 'Den är så proffsig att man knappt tror det är sant' (Daily Telegraph). Välkommen till Hadestown – där en sång kan förändra ditt öde. Detta folk-jazz-mästerverk av Anaïs Mitchell och Rachel Chavkin, vinnare av hela åtta Tony Awards inklusive Bästa musikal, är en nytolkning av de antika grekiska myterna om Orfeus och Eurydike samt Hades och Persefone. Forbes hyllar föreställningen som ”en episk hyllning till musik, gemenskap och hopp”. Upplev den nu på Lyric Theatre. En liten mus gick på promenad i den djupa, mörka skogen... Teatergruppen Tall Stories hyllade dramatisering av Julia Donaldsons och Axel Schefflers älskade bilderbok återvänder till Lyric Theatre för en riktigt maffig sommarsäsong. Gruffalon, som röstats fram som nationens absoluta favoritgodnattsaga, bjuder på sång, skratt och precis lagom mycket läskigheter – en magisk upplevelse för alla mellan 3 och 103 år! Boka dina biljetter till Room On The Broom på Lyric Theatre. Se aktuella skådespelare, speltider och föreställningsinfo på BritishTheatre.com. Var först med de bästa biljetterna, exklusiva erbjudanden och de senaste nyheterna från West End. Du kan nu00e4r som helst avsluta din prenumeration. Integritetspolicy

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.

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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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