Venue Information
Lyric Theatre
- Address: 29 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 7ES, United Kingdom
- Nearest underground or train station: Piccadilly Circus (Piccadilly line, Bakerloo line)
- Nearest buses: 14, 19, 22B, 38, 53, 88, 94, 159
Lyric Theatre London
What's on at the Lyric Theatre?
Frequently Asked Questions
What's on at the Lyric Theatre?
Hadestown is a current production at the Lyric Theatre. The latest booking period for Hadestown at the Lyric Theatre started 10 February 2024 and runs until 27 June 2027. Tickets for Hadestown start at £31.50 and are available to book now
How do I get to the Lyric Theatre?
Public transport is recommended to travel to the Lyric Theatre.
The nearest underground or train stations are Piccadilly Circus (Piccadilly line, Bakerloo line). If arriving by bus, then the nearest bus lines are 14, 19, 22B, 38, 53, 88, 94, 159.
If driving to the theatre, the nearest car parks are Q-ParkChinatown and Q-Park Soho (more parking information).
For directions to the Lyric Theatre see our Google Maps directions or Apple Maps directions
Is there a dress code at the Lyric Theatre?
There is no specific dress code at the Lyric Theatre, with most people just wearing their everyday clothes.
Does the Lyric Theatre have air conditioning or air cooling?
Yes, the Lyric Theatre has an Air Conditioning system.
What is the Accessibility at the Lyric Theatre?
Lyric Theatre accessibility information
Access phone number: 0330 333 4815
Access email address: [email protected]
Accessible toilets situated: Dress Circle
Number of Wheelchair spaces: Boxes C, D & E
Sound amplification: N/A
Access from street to foyer: Ramp
Access from theatre foyer to seats (number = stairs): 23 to Stalls, 25 to Upper Circle, 60 to Balcony
Level access: To Boxes C-E in Dress Circle
Stair lift, lift or ramp available: Ramp to foyer
How many seats are in the Lyric Theatre?
The Lyric Theatre has 967 seats.
Who owns the Lyric Theatre?
The Lyric Theatre is owned or operated by Nimax Theatres
Is the Lyric Theatre a member of the Society of London Theatre?
Yes, the Lyric Theatre is a full member of SOLT, and productions at the venue are eligible for the main categories of the Olivier Awards.
Lyric Theatre Facts
What date did the Lyric Theatre open?
17 December 1888
Who designed the Lyric Theatre?
C. J. Phipps
What was the first production at the Lyric Theatre?
Dorothy by B.C. Stephenson
Lyric Theatre News
See all
21 October 2026
Olivier Award winner James Hameed, the voice of Paddington, joins the line-up for RepresentAsian at the Lyric Theatre
28 September 2026
Hadestown adds five new UK & Ireland tour dates for 2027, including in Woking, Oxford and Wimbledon
28 September 2026
How Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’s creators are bringing its one-part version to life – and why the two-part version is closing Â
16 September 2026
Nadim Naaman and Roshani Abbey join line-up for RepresentAsian’s return to the Lyric TheatreÂ
22 April 2026
Video: Hadestown in London – Watch Rachel Adedeji sing Our Lady of the Underground
20 March 2026
New Photos: Hadestown reveals first production shots of its new West End cast
The Lyric Theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue in London was designed by C. J. Phipps, and opened on 17 December 1888.
The first ever production at the Lyric was Dorothy by B.C. Stephenson. Over the years the theatre has seen multiple productions, from high drama to comedy and musicals.
One of the theatre’s longest running productions was Thriller Live featuring the music of Michael Jackson, which ran from 2009 to 2020.
Previous Shows
Past shows that have played at the Lyric Theatre include:
West End Musical HalloweenThe Gruffalo's Child
The Gruffalo
RepresentAsian: An Evening of Asian Talent
Buffy ReVamped
The Smeds and The Smoos
Roles We'll Never Play
Mandy Patinkin Live in Concert
There’s No Place Like Home
Boy Out The City
Schwartz at 75 (A 75th Birthday Concert)
Aspects of Love
Get Up, Stand Up! The Bob Marley Musical
Oi Frog & Friends!
Fastlove - A Tribute To George Michael
We’re Going on a Bear Hunt
What The Ladybird Heard
The Tiger Who Came To Tea
Thriller Live
Sign-up for news and booking alerts about these shows and more:
Main photo: Lyric Theatre London
All London Theatres
See all
@sohoplace London
@sohoplace London
4 Soho Place London United Kingdom
1 America Square London
1 America Square London
1 America Square London United Kingdom
56 Davies Street London
56 Davies Street London
56 Davies Street London United Kingdom
60 Short’s Gardens London
60 Short’s Gardens London
60 Short's Gardens London United Kingdom
ABBA Arena London
ABBA Arena London
Pudding Mill Lane London United Kingdom
Actors Church Covent Garden London
Actors Church Covent Garden London
Bedford St, London WC2E 9ED London United Kingdom
West End Shows
See all
Beetlejuice
Prince Edward Theatre
Save up to 60%
One Day The Musical
Garrick Theatre
Sinatra The Musical
Aldwych Theatre
No booking fees.
Avenue Q
Judi Dench Theatre (formerly Shaftesbury Theatre)
No booking fees.
The Lion King
Lyceum Theatre
Exclusive prices
Rent
The Tom Stoppard Theatre (formerly the Duke of York's Theatre)