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Venue

Shaftesbury Avenue, W1D 7ES

Théâtre Lyrique

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

Le Lyric Theatre est une salle de théâtre londonienne présentée sur British Theatre. Découvrez les spectacles à venir, des informations pratiques pour préparer votre venue et des conseils de réservation de billets avant votre visite. Le Lyric Theatre a ouvert ses portes le 17 décembre 1888, sur Shaftesbury Avenue (c’est aujourd’hui le plus ancien théâtre encore en activité de l’avenue). Construit à l’origine pour Henry J. Leslie afin d’accueillir des opérettes, il s’est, au fil des années, davantage imposé comme une scène de pièces de théâtre « straight », de comédies et de comédies musicales. Si le théâtre conserve de nombreux éléments d’époque (dont la façade d’une maison datant de 1767, derrière laquelle il a été édifié), le foyer et les bars ont été rénovés en 1932-33, et la façade a été restaurée en 1994. Parmi ses plus grands succès, on compte The Little Hut dans les années 1950, qui a totalisé 1u0002061 représentations. Un drame est survenu pendant une production de Loot en 1984 : Leonard Rossiter est décédé subitement de problèmes cardiaques alors qu’il attendait d’entrer en scène. The Really Useful Group a racheté le Lyric en 2000. Le tigre qui s’invita pour le thé (2014)Eddie Izzard : Stripped (2008)La Nuit de l’iguane, Smaller, Grumpy Old Woman, Cabaret (2006)La Mort d’un commis voyageur (2005)Les Beaux et les Damnés (2004)L’Épouse constante (2002)La Chatte sur un toit brûlant (2001)Brève rencontre (2000)Un mari idéal (1998)Ain’t Misbehavin’ (1995)Five Guys Named Moe (1990)Magnolias d’acier (1989)Butin (1984) Soho, Chinatown (programme Q Park). NCP Wardour Street, Newport Place, Denman Street, Lexington Street. MasterPark Poland Street, Chinatown. Espaces pour fauteuils roulants et sièges de transfert disponibles. Une toilette adaptée est disponible à l'entrée Royale. REPRÉSENTATIONS ADAPTÉES :Y a-t-il des installations pour les malentendants ? Un système infrarouge fonctionne dans tout l'auditorium (8 casques). Les chiens guides et/ou chiens d'assistance sont-ils autorisés ? Les chiens d'assistance sont autorisés dans les loges, mais pas dans l'auditorium. Personnel disponible pour garder les chiens. Veuillez contacter le théâtre directement pour plus d'informations. Vous le suggérez, ils le chantent ! Les Showstoppers, lauréats du Prix Olivier, reviennent au West End au Cambridge Theatre pour une série de soirées musicales exceptionnelles d'une seule nuit. Que vous ayez envie de Sondheim dans le Sahara ou d'Hamilton à l'hôpital, cette incroyable troupe crée une nouvelle comédie musicale en direct sous vos yeux. 'Tellement raffiné que c'en est incroyable' (Daily Telegraph). Bienvenue à Hadestown, où une chanson peut changer votre destin. Lauréat de 8 Tony Awards, dont celui de la Meilleure Comédie Musicale, le chef-d'œuvre folk-jazz d'Anaïs Mitchell et Rachel Chavkin réimagine les anciens mythes grecs d'Orphée et Eurydice, et d'Hadès et Perséphone. 'Une célébration épique de la musique, de la convivialité et de l'espoir' (Forbes), maintenant au Lyric Theatre. Une souris se promena dans le bois profond et sombre... L'adaptation acclamée de Tall Stories du livre d'images adoré de Julia Donaldson et Axel Scheffler revient au Lyric Theatre pour une saison estivale monstrueuse. Élu numéro 1 des histoires du soir par la nation, Le Gruffalo apporte des chansons, des rires et juste la bonne dose de frayeur amusante pour les enfants âgés de 3 à 103 ans ! Trouvez des billets pour Room On The Broom au Lyric Theatre. Consultez la distribution, les horaires et les détails des représentations sur BritishTheatre.com. Soyez les premiers à accéder aux meilleurs billets, aux offres exclusives et aux dernières nouvelles du West End. Vous pouvez vous désabonner à tout moment. Politique de confidentialité

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 ✭✭✭✭✭

2 November 2014

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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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