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Cambridge Theatre
1,231 seats; Cloakroom; VIP Services; Bars
History of Cambridge Theatre
The Cambridge Theatre was built in 1929-30. In a reaction to the music halls and cinemas of the time, the interior décor was selected to reflect the style of the 1920’s German expressionist movement. Productions at the Cambridge Theatre have been characterised by relatively short runs, lasting just a year or sometimes as short as two months. Longer runs in modern times have included controversial piece Jerry Springer – The Opera, a musical written by Richard Thomas and comedian Stewart Lee, which caused great outcry and led to several protests from the Christian community. The show ran for two years. In 2005, the long running show Chicago transferred from the Adelphi Theatre and remained in the Cambridge for five years before moving to the Garrick. The theatre is currently host to the RSC’s Matilda the Musical, written by comedian Tim Minchin.
Past performances
Matilda the Musical (24 November 2011 -)
Chicago (27 April 2006 - 27 August 2011)
Dancing in the Streets (19 July 2005 - 22 April 2006)
Something Wicked this Way Comes (2 June 2005 - 2 July 2005)
Jerry Springer - The Opera (14 October 2003 - 19 February 2005)
Our House (28 October 2002 - 16 August 2003)
Fame (20 September 2001 - 31 August 2002)
The Beautiful Game (26 September 2000 - 1 September 2001)
Great Balls of Fire (6 October 1999 - 18 December 1999)
Grease (24 October 1996 - 11 September 1999)
Past performances
Matilda the Musical (24 November 2011 -)
Chicago (27 April 2006 - 27 August 2011)
Dancing in the Streets (19 July 2005 - 22 April 2006)
Something Wicked this Way Comes (2 June 2005 - 2 July 2005)
Jerry Springer - The Opera (14 October 2003 - 19 February 2005)
Our House (28 October 2002 - 16 August 2003)
Fame (20 September 2001 - 31 August 2002)
The Beautiful Game (26 September 2000 - 1 September 2001)
Great Balls of Fire (6 October 1999 - 18 December 1999)
Grease (24 October 1996 - 11 September 1999)
Past performances
Matilda the Musical (24 November 2011 -)
Chicago (27 April 2006 - 27 August 2011)
Dancing in the Streets (19 July 2005 - 22 April 2006)
Something Wicked this Way Comes (2 June 2005 - 2 July 2005)
Jerry Springer - The Opera (14 October 2003 - 19 February 2005)
Our House (28 October 2002 - 16 August 2003)
Fame (20 September 2001 - 31 August 2002)
The Beautiful Game (26 September 2000 - 1 September 2001)
Great Balls of Fire (6 October 1999 - 18 December 1999)
Grease (24 October 1996 - 11 September 1999)
Venue address
32 Earlham Street, WC2H 9HU
Venue address
32 Earlham Street, WC2H 9HU
Venue address
32 Earlham Street, WC2H 9HU
How to get there
Metro
Covent Garden, Leicester Square
Train
Charing Cross
Bus
1, 14, 19, 22, 29, 34, 55, 176
Parking:
NCP Shelton Street, Chinatown, Trafalgar (Q Park Scheme)
How to get there
Metro
Covent Garden, Leicester Square
Train
Charing Cross
Bus
1, 14, 19, 22, 29, 34, 55, 176
Parking:
NCP Shelton Street, Chinatown, Trafalgar (Q Park Scheme)
How to get there
Metro
Covent Garden, Leicester Square
Train
Charing Cross
Bus
1, 14, 19, 22, 29, 34, 55, 176
Parking:
NCP Shelton Street, Chinatown, Trafalgar (Q Park Scheme)
Seating plan
Seating plan
Seating plan
Access
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS:
Two spaces for wheelchair users and transfer seats are available
Are there adapted toilets?
An adapted toilet is available in the stalls corridor
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. Staff can also dog-sit for four dogs per performance in the Manager’s office.
Please contact the theatre directly for further information.
Access
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS:
Two spaces for wheelchair users and transfer seats are available
Are there adapted toilets?
An adapted toilet is available in the stalls corridor
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. Staff can also dog-sit for four dogs per performance in the Manager’s office.
Please contact the theatre directly for further information.
Access
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS:
Two spaces for wheelchair users and transfer seats are available
Are there adapted toilets?
An adapted toilet is available in the stalls corridor
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. Staff can also dog-sit for four dogs per performance in the Manager’s office.
Please contact the theatre directly for further information.
Box office
020 7492 5395
Box office
020 7492 5395
Box office
020 7492 5395
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© BRITISHTHEATRE.COM 1999-2024 All Rights Reserved.
The BritishTheatre.com website was created to celebrate the rich and diverse theatrical culture of the United Kingdom. Our mission is to provide the latest UK theatre news, West End reviews, and insights into both regional theatre and London theatre tickets, ensuring enthusiasts can stay up to date with everything from the biggest West End musicals to cutting-edge fringe theatre. We are passionate about encouraging and nurturing the performing arts in all their forms.
The spirit of theatre is alive and thriving, and BritishTheatre.com is at the forefront of delivering timely, authoritative news and information to theatre lovers. Our dedicated team of theatre journalists and critics works tirelessly to cover every production and event, making it easy for you to access the latest reviews and book London theatre tickets for must-see shows.