Charing Cross Theatre London

Venue Information

Charing Cross Theatre
Address: The Arches, Villiers Street, London, WC2N 6NL
Nearest Underground or Train Station: Charing Cross (Northern line, Bakerloo line)
Nearest Buses: (Strand) 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 23, 87, 91, 139, 176

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What's on at the Charing Cross Theatre?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's on at the Charing Cross Theatre?
Glory Ride is a current production at the Charing Cross Theatre. The latest booking period for Glory Ride at the Charing Cross Theatre started 22 April 2023 and runs until 29 July 2023. Tickets for Glory Ride start at £25 and are available to book now
How do I get to the Charing Cross Theatre?
Public transport is recommended to travel to the Charing Cross Theatre.  The nearest underground or train stations are Charing Cross (Northern line, Bakerloo line). If arriving by bus, then the nearest bus lines are (Strand) 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 23, 87, 91, 139, 176.  For directions to the Charing Cross Theatre see our Google Maps directions or Apple Maps directions.
Is there a dress code at the Charing Cross Theatre?
There is no specific dress code at the Charing Cross Theatre, with most people just wearing their everyday clothes.
Does the Charing Cross Theatre have air conditioning or air cooling?
Yes, the Charing Cross Theatre has an Air Conditioning system.
What is the Accessibility at the Charing Cross Theatre?
Charing Cross Theatre accessibility information
Access phone number: 0207 925 8040 to
The theatre has unimpeded access from the Strand or Embankment into the foyer of the venue. From here there is level access to Balcony One for the Theatre, box office, disabled toilet facilities, the bars and restaurant. The main stalls level is 16 steps down from the main entrance, with handrails on either side. The toilets for the main stalls are a further 8 steps down from the doors to the Theatre. Seating within the theatre is gently raked from row C onwards. Row K on the central aisle is on the same level as the doors to the theatre and has the most leg room of all rows.
Wheelchair users: Balcony One has removable seating for up to 4 wheelchairs
How many seats are in the Charing Cross Theatre?
The Charing Cross Theatre has 265 seats.

Charing Cross Theatre Facts

What date did the Charing Cross Theatre open?

1946


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Theatre History

Founded under Charing Cross Station, Charing Cross Theatre has proven itself as a good launching pad for big West End transfers.

The Players’ Theatre moved into the venue on 14 February 1946. Previously the Players’ Theatre had been based at 43 King Street, Covent Garden, opening on 18 October 1936, performing musical comedies and Victorian-style music hall. During the war they moved in October 1940 to a basement at 13 Albemarle Street, Piccadilly. Other locations have included the Arts Theatre, and the home of Francis Iles in St John’s Wood.

Following the closure of the Players’ Theatre in 2002, the Players’ Theatre Club continues to perform music hall shows throughout the year in other venues.

The venue was refurbished in 2005 and reopened under new management in 2006 as The New Players Theatre. In 2011, new management led by Broadway producer Steven M. Levy and Sean Sweeney took over managing the venue, and the name changed to the Charing Cross Theatre.


Theatre Previous Shows

Past shows that have played at the Charing Cross Theatre include:

From Here To Eternity
The Milk Train Doesn’t Stop Here Anymore
George Takei's Allegiance
The Throne
Zorro The Musical
Pippin
Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike
Soho Cinders
Queen Of The Mist
Amour
Violet
Mythic
Daisy Pulls It Off
It Happened In Key West
Harold and Maude
The Knowledge
The Woman in White
YANK! A World War II Love Story
Christina Bianco's O Come, All Ye Divas!
Death Takes a Holiday
Ragtime
Radio Times
Titanic
In The Bar of A Tokyo Hotel
The Tinderbox
Dusty
Pajama Men - In The Middle of No One
Fascinating Aida - Cheap Flights
Thrill Me
Naked Boys Singing
The Exonerated

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