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Portugal Street, WC2A 2HT

Théâtre Peacock

4.5 · 3.2k Google reviews

The Peacock Theatre (previously the Royalty Theatre) is a West End theatre in the City of Westminster, located in Portugal Street, near Aldwych. The 999-seat house is owned by, and comprises part of the London School of Economics and Political Science campus, who use the theatre for lectures, public talks, conferences, political speeches and open days.

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4.5 ★ (3.2k)

Venue info

Le Peacock Theatre est une salle de spectacle londonienne présentée sur British Theatre. Découvrez les spectacles à venir, des conseils pratiques pour préparer votre venue et des informations utiles pour réserver vos billets avant votre visite. Un théâtre s'est tenu sur le site du Peacock depuis le 17ème siècle. Le terrain de tennis de Gibbon a accueilli une production d'Othello en 1660, qui a vu la première femme (identifiée) sur une scène londonienne. Aucun autre enregistrement de pièces de théâtre ne subsiste et le bâtiment a été détruit lors d'un incendie en 1809. Un nouveau théâtre a été commandé par Oscar Hammerstein I (le grand-père d'Oscar Hammerstein II) et a ouvert ses portes en 1911 sous le nom de London Opera House. Après une série de productions opératiques (y compris une production de La Dame de Pique qui mettait en vedette le premier chanteur japonais à interpréter Madame Butterfly), le faible nombre de spectateurs a conduit le théâtre à être vendu à Oswald Stoll en 1916, qui l'a renommé le Stoll Theatre. Le théâtre a présenté des projections de cinéma, des numéros de variétés et des productions théâtrales jusqu'à sa fermeture et sa démolition en 1957. Le théâtre actuel, alors connu sous le nom de The Royalty Theatre, a été construit en 1960, où il a projeté des films jusqu'en 1966. À l'exception de Oh! Calcutta!, peu de productions ont trouvé le succès et le théâtre est devenu un studio de télévision pour This is Your Life avant son achat par la London School of Economics (qui l'a renommé le Peacock Theatre). La troupe de Sadler's Wells a déménagé au théâtre en 1996, et après l'ouverture du nouveau Sadler's Wells Theatre en 1998, le théâtre est devenu leur lieu de danse dédié. Le lieu est actuellement partagé entre ces productions de danse et la LSE. Certains croient que le théâtre est hanté par un dauphin, connu sous le nom de 'Flipper'. Blam! (22 octobre 2013 – 16 novembre 2013)Cirque Éloize (1 octobre 2013 – 18 octobre 2013)Justitia (17 septembre 2013 – 27 septembre 2013) Des ascenseurs pour fauteuils roulants et des espaces sont disponibles. REPRÉSENTATIONS ASSISTÉES :Y a-t-il des installations pour les malentendants ? Un système infrarouge fonctionne dans tout l'auditorium avec à la fois des casques à induction et des casques conventionnels. Les chiens guides ou les chiens d'assistance auditive sont-ils autorisés ? Les chiens d'assistance sont autorisés à l'intérieur de l'auditorium. Veuillez contacter directement le théâtre pour plus d'informations. Alexandra Burke EST Chaka Khan ! La première mondiale de I'm Every Woman – La comédie musicale de Chaka Khan raconte l'incroyable histoire inédite de la lauréate de 10 Grammy Awards. Réservez vos billets pour cette nouvelle comédie musicale puissante au Peacock Theatre – seulement pendant 4 semaines ! 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

A theatre has stood on the site of the Peacock since the 17th Century. The Gibbon’s Tennis Court hosted a production of Othello in 1660, which featured the first (identified) woman on a London stage. No other records of plays remain and the building was destroyed in a fire in 1809. A new theatre was commissioned by Oscar Hammerstein I (Oscar Hammerstein II’s grandfather) and opened in 1911 as the London Opera House.

After a string of operatic productions (including a production of The Queen of Spades that featured the first Japanese singer to play Madame Butterfly), low audience numbers led to theatre to be sold to Oswald Stoll in 1916, who renamed it the Stoll Theatre. The theatre hosted cinema screenings, variety acts, and theatrical productions until its closure and demolition in 1957.

The present theatre, known then as The Royalty Theatre, was built in 1960, where it showed films until 1966. With the exception of Oh! Calcutta! few productions found success and the theatre became a TV studio for This is Your Life before its purchase by the London School of Economics (who renamed it the Peacock Theatre). The Sadler’s Wells Company moved to the theatre in 1996, and after the new Sadler’s Wells Theatre opened in 1998, the theatre become their dedicated dance venue. The venue is currently shared between these dance productions and LSE.

The theatre is believed by some to be haunted by a dolphin, known as ‘Flipper’.

Past performances

Blam! (22 October 2013 – 16 November 2013)
Cirque Eloize (1 October 2013 – 18 October 2013)
Justitia (17 September 2013 – 27 September 2013)

Transport

Tube

Holborn

Train

Waterloo

Bus

8, 19, 38, 22B, 25, 188, 501, 521

Parking

Parker Street (24hr Car Park)

Seating plan

Peacock Theatre seating plan

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access

Wheelchair platform lifts and spaces available.

Are there adapted toilets?

There is no adapted toilet.

Assisted Performances

Are there facilities for the hard-of-hearing?

There is an infrared system working throughout the auditorium with both loop and conventional headsets.

Are guide dogs and/or hearing dogs permitted?

Access dogs are allowed inside the auditorium.

Please contact the theatre directly for further information.

Previous productions

What visitors say

4.0 · 4 months ago
Well managed and proportioned so flow during entry and exit is good. Sound is good, temperature was comfortable and the view from our seat was excellent. Leg room was terrible. We were in the front row of the dress circle at the recent showing of The Snowman and could barely move.
— D
5.0 · a month ago
It was my first time recently watching ghost stories then snowman, both great. Also is an accessible theatre, it's so helpful to be able to use a lift and not struggle with theatre stairs and having assistance from staff.
— Lucy Brook
4.0 · 5 months ago
Nice smallish Theater in London. I went to see Ghost Stories ( play) on a Sunday afternoon- play started at 5 pm which meant I was home in good time and not tired out the following day. I wish more theatres would consider this more friendly time.
— Frances Neligan
3.0 · 6 months ago
Not my favourite. There is no charm or character. I came here a few times due to the events that are beautiful. The layout as with many theatres aren’t great. Get a pillow if you want to see the podium!!
— Nusynasy S

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Frequently asked questions

What's on at Peacock Theatre?

There is no production currently on sale at Peacock Theatre. Check back soon, or browse our full list of West End shows.

What's the nearest tube station to Peacock Theatre?

The nearest tube station is Holborn.

Where is Peacock Theatre?

Peacock Theatre is located at Portugal Street, WC2A 2HT.

How can I contact Peacock Theatre?

You can call Peacock Theatre on 020 7863 8222. For tickets and bookings, please use British Theatre to secure the best seats.

Is Peacock Theatre accessible?

Peacock Theatre offers wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, wheelchair-accessible toilets, wheelchair-accessible parking. Please contact the venue directly if you have specific access requirements.

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