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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 er en av Londons teaterscener som omtales på British Theatre. Utforsk kommende forestillinger, praktisk informasjon om teateret og gode råd for billettbestilling før ditt besøk. Lyric Theatre åpnet dørene 17. desember 1888 i Shaftesbury Avenue, og er i dag den eldste overlevende teaterbygningen i denne ikoniske gaten. Teateret ble opprinnelig bygget for Henry J. Leslie som en scene for operetter, men har med årene blitt mer kjent for både klassiske dramastykker, komedier og musikaler. Selv om teateret har bevart mange av sine opprinnelige detaljer – inkludert fasaden fra 1767 som det opprinnelig ble bygget bak – ble foajeen og barene pusset opp i 1932–33. Selve fasaden ble senere restaurert i 1994. En av teaterets største suksesser var 50-tallsstykket «The Little Hut», som ble spilt hele 1 261 ganger. Teaterhistorien her har også sine mørkere øyeblikk; under en oppsetning av «Loot» i 1984, gikk skuespilleren Leonard Rossiter brått bort av hjerteproblemer mens han ventet på å gå på scenen. I år 2000 ble Lyric Theatre kjøpt opp av The Really Useful Group. Tigeren som kom til te (2014)Eddie Izzard: Stripped (2008)The Night of the Iguana, Smaller, Grumpy Old Woman, Cabaret (2006)En handelsreisendes død (2005)Beautiful and Damned (2004)The Constant Wife (2002)Katt på hett blikktak (2001)Kort møte (2000)En ideell ektemann (1998)Ain’t Misbehavin’ (1995)Five Guys Named Moe (1990)Blomster i stål (1989)Loot (1984) Parkeringsmuligheter i nærheten inkluderer Q-Park (Soho og Chinatown), NCP i Wardour Street, Newport Place, Denman Street og Lexington Street, samt MasterPark i Poland Street og Chinatown. Plasser for rullestolbrukere og seter for de som kan flytte seg over er tilgjengelige. Et tilrettelagt toalett er tilgjengelig ved Royal-inngangen. TILRETTELAGTE FORESTILLINGER:Har dere fasiliteter for hørselshemmede? Det er et infrarødt system i hele salen (8 hodesett tilgjengelig). Servicehunder er tillatt i losjene, men ikke i selve salen. Personalet er tilgjengelig for å passe hunden under forestillingen. Vennligst kontakt teateret direkte for mer informasjon. Du foreslår det, de synger det! De Olivier-prisvinnende Showstoppers er tilbake i West End på Cambridge Theatre med en serie eksklusive musikalske kveldsshow. Enten du drømmer om Sondheim i Sahara eller Hamilton på et sykehus, skaper dette fabelaktige ensemblet en splitter ny musikal direkte foran øynene dine. «Så profesjonelt at det nesten ikke er til å tro» (Daily Telegraph). Velkommen til Hadestown – her kan en sang forandre skjebnen din. Anaïs Mitchell og Rachel Chavkins folk-jazz-mesterverk vant hele åtte Tony Awards, inkludert kategorien for beste musikal. Her gjenoppstår de antikke greske mytene om Orfeus og Evridike, samt Hades og Persefone. Forbes hyller stykket som «en episk feiring av musikk, fellesskap og håp». Opplev suksessen nå på Lyric Theatre. En mus la ut på tur i den dype, mørke skogen... Tall Stories' kritikerroste sceneversjon av Julia Donaldson og Axel Schefflers elskede bildebok er endelig tilbake på Lyric Theatre for en kjempesuksess av en sommersesong. Gruffalo er kåret til nasjonens aller beste godnatthistorie og byr på sanger, latter og akkurat passe mengde skummel moro for barn fra 3 til 103 år! Finn billetter til Room On The Broom på Lyric Theatre. Se oversikt over skuespillere, spilletider og detaljer på BritishTheatre.com. Vær først ute med de beste billettene, eksklusive tilbud og siste nytt fra West End. Du kan melde deg av når som helst. Personvernerklæring

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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REVIEW: Room On The Broom, 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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