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Where is the Theatre Royal Drury Lane in London?

Where is the Theatre Royal Drury Lane in London?

Theatre Royal Drury Lane map, Catherine Street, London, WC2B 5JF. The Theatre Royal Drury Lane is situated in the heart of theatreland, just behind Covent Garden market.

Which is the nearest tube station to Drury Lane?

Covent Garden tube is the closest to the venue, but this gets very crowded at peak times. The nearest National Rail station is Charing Cross, and Waterloo station is a short walk over the river.

When did Charlie and the Chocolate Factory play at Drury Lane?

It was recently revived in London at the Prince Edward Theatre in 2014. The Theatre Royal Drury Lane was been home to the musical Charlie and the Chocolate Factory from June 2013, and in March 2017, the musical 42nd Street opened at the theatre. The auditorium has four levels – Stalls, Royal Circle, Grand Circle and Balcony.

When did Sweeney Todd open at Drury Lane?

Stephen Sondheim’s Sweeney Todd – The Demon Barber of Fleet Street also made the move across the pond in 1980, opening up shop at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane. Whilst the show had enjoyed success in New York, the British press and audiences were not so taken and the show only managed to play 157 performances.

Use our interactive seating plan to view 0 seat reviews and 0 photos of views from seat. The Theatre Royal Drury Lane is one of London’s oldest and most famous theatres.

How many seats are in the Royal Drury Lane?

The Theatre Royal Drury Lane has a capacity of 1920 seats, including 725 seats in the Stalls, 427 seats in the Royal Circle, 397 seats in the Grand Circle and 371 seats in the Balcony. Use our interactive seating plan to view 1 seat reviews and 0 photos of views from seat.

What kind of musicals are at Drury Lane?

Today, the theatre is renowned for hosting popular long-running musicals, including Shrek the Musical and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, with preparations for a revival of 42nd Street in place. The theatre is also renowned for being haunted…

Can you sit in the stalls at Drury Lane?

Alternatively, sit in the Stalls for a hugely immersive experience devoid of any restrictions. The view from this seat is truly brilliant and gives a really good view of the whole stage. You don’t miss anything yet this seat is often marked as restricted view because of the safety railing, however it does not get in the way at all. More Helpful?