Adelphi Theatre
Address:
Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R 0NS, United Kingdom
London, WC2R ONS
Adelphi Theatre History
The Adelphi Theatre is co-owned with the Nederlander Group. Throughout its fascinating 200-year history, the theatre’s gorgeous art deco interiors have hosted Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Boulevard, Phantom-sequel Love Never Dies, the record-breaking One Man Two Guvnors, gloriously glam-drag Kinky Boots, and Sara Bareilles‘ hit Broadway musical Waitress. 2021 will see the musical adaptation of the classic Hollywood film Back To The Future.
Shows at the Adelphi Theatre
| Dates | Production | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 2/12/2027 | - | 7/31/2027 | |
| 10/14/2026 | - | 1/9/2027 | |
| 8/1/2026 | - | 9/26/2026 | |
| 11/26/2024 | - | 11/26/2024 | |
| 10/1/2024 | - | 10/1/2024 | |
| 7/30/2024 | - | 7/30/2024 | |
| 10/17/2023 | - | 10/17/2023 | |
| 9/13/2021 | - | 4/12/2026 | |
| 8/20/2021 | - | ||
| 8/20/2021 | - | 2/11/2024 | |
| 8/11/2020 | - | 3/6/2021 | |
| 2/8/2019 | - | 7/4/2020 | |
| 11/6/2012 | - | 1/1/0000 | |
| 3/10/2012 | - | 9/22/2012 | |
| 11/8/2011 | - | 2/25/2012 | |
| 2/22/2010 | - | 8/27/2011 | |
| 7/6/2007 | - | ||
| 6/21/2006 | - | 5/26/2007 | |
| 10/27/1997 | - | 4/22/2006 | |
| 6/4/1997 | - | 8/9/1997 | |
| 7/12/1993 | - | 4/5/1997 | |
| 2/12/1985 | - | 1/16/1993 | |
| 8/6/1984 | - | 9/29/1984 | |
| 11/22/1983 | - | 2/4/1984 | |
| 3/17/1983 | - | 7/30/1983 | |
| 12/20/1982 | - | 2/12/1983 | |
| 10/20/1982 | - | 12/11/1982 | |
| 10/25/1979 | - | 10/31/1981 | |
| 11/9/1978 | - | 11/9/1978 | |
| 6/15/1976 | - | 6/15/1976 | |
| 4/15/1975 | - | 4/3/1976 | |
| 1/1/1973 | - | 1/1/1973 | |
| 1/1/1971 | - | 1/1/1971 | |
| 12/15/1965 | - | 12/15/1965 | |
| 9/22/1964 | - | 9/22/1964 | |
| 9/22/1964 | - | 9/22/1964 | |
| 9/26/1963 | - | 9/26/1963 | |
| 5/8/1962 | - | 5/8/1962 | |
| 3/8/1962 | - | 3/8/1962 | |
| 3/16/1961 | - | 2/24/1962 | |
| 9/20/1960 | - | ||
| 12/26/1959 | - | 12/26/1959 | |
| 5/20/1958 | - | 5/20/1958 | |
| 2/21/1958 | - | 2/22/1958 | |
| 4/15/1957 | - | 5/4/1957 | |
| 2/25/1954 | - | 2/25/1954 | |
| 6/15/1950 | - | 6/15/1950 | |
| 7/15/1949 | - | 7/15/1949 | |
| 12/7/1948 | - | 1/8/1949 | |
| 1/29/1948 | - | 7/10/1948 | |
| 10/2/1947 | - | 1/24/1948 | |
| 4/26/1947 | - | 4/26/1947 | |
| 12/25/1946 | - | 1/4/1947 | |
| 10/28/1946 | - | 12/14/1946 | |
| 7/17/1946 | - | 7/17/1946 | |
| 5/31/1946 | - | 8/3/1946 | |
| 3/7/1946 | - | 5/18/1946 | |
| 2/13/1946 | - | 2/16/1946 | |
| 1/21/1946 | - | 2/2/1946 | |
| 12/3/1945 | - | 12/3/1945 | |
| 11/8/1945 | - | 11/17/1945 | |
| 9/27/1945 | - | 9/27/1945 | |
| 6/21/1945 | - | 6/21/1945 | |
| 12/28/1944 | - | 6/2/1945 | |
| 11/7/1944 | - | 11/18/1944 | |
| 4/20/1944 | - | 5/6/1944 | |
| 3/14/1942 | - | 3/14/1942 | |
| 3/14/1940 | - | 3/14/1940 | |
| 4/24/1939 | - | 4/24/1939 | |
| 10/7/1938 | - | 10/7/1938 | |
| 5/19/1938 | - | 5/19/1938 | |
| 9/19/1937 | - | 9/19/1937 | |
| 2/19/1937 | - | 2/19/1937 | |
| 2/2/1937 | - | 2/2/1937 | |
| 12/22/1936 | - | 12/22/1936 | |
| 11/9/1936 | - | 11/9/1936 | |
| 10/1/1936 | - | 10/1/1936 | |
| 2/4/1936 | - | 2/4/1936 | |
| 12/20/1935 | - | 12/20/1935 | |
| 7/22/1935 | - | 7/22/1935 | |
| 9/17/1934 | - | 9/17/1934 | |
| 10/6/1933 | - | 10/6/1933 | |
| 9/16/1932 | - | 9/16/1932 | |
| 1/30/1932 | - | 1/30/1932 | |
| 12/3/1930 | - | 12/3/1930 | |
| 11/8/1929 | - | 11/8/1929 | |
| 2/11/1929 | - | 2/11/1929 | |
| 8/25/1927 | - | 8/25/1927 | |
| 12/1/1926 | - | 12/1/1926 | |
| 9/22/1926 | - | 9/22/1926 | |
| 11/11/1925 | - | 11/11/1925 | |
| 2/28/1925 | - | 2/28/1925 | |
| 9/8/1923 | - | 9/8/1923 | |
| 10/10/1922 | - | 10/10/1922 | |
| 10/5/1921 | - | 10/5/1921 | |
| 10/7/1920 | - | 10/7/1920 | |
| 9/13/1919 | - | 9/13/1919 | |
| 9/14/1917 | - | 9/14/1917 | |
| 8/24/1916 | - | 8/24/1916 | |
| 11/2/1915 | - | 11/2/1915 | |
| 6/8/1914 | - | 6/8/1914 | |
| 10/18/1913 | - | 10/18/1913 | |
| 10/19/1912 | - | 10/19/1912 | |
| 5/25/1912 | - | 5/25/1912 | |
| 11/5/1910 | - | 11/5/1910 | |
| 12/10/1903 | - | 12/10/1903 | |
| 6/30/1866 | - | 6/30/1866 | |
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News
Photos: THE COMEDY ABOUT SPIES West End Return In Rehearsal
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 23, 2026
Mischief has released new rehearsal photos for the West End return of The Comedy About Spies, which begins performances at the Adelphi Theatre on August 1. The award-winning comedy, written by Henry Lewis and Henry Shields, returns for an eight-week run following its acclaimed 2025 premiere.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 23, 2026
Mischief has released new rehearsal photos for the West End return of The Comedy About Spies, which begins performances at the Adelphi Theatre on August 1. The award-winning comedy, written by Henry Lewis and Henry Shields, returns for an eight-week run following its acclaimed 2025 premiere.
Bernadette Bangura Will Join WAITRESS UK and Ireland Tour as 'Becky'
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2026
Bernadette Bangura will join the UK and Ireland tour of WAITRESS as Becky, replacing Sandra Marvin. Bangura's credits include Moulin Rouge!, Once On This Island, and My Fair Lady.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2026
Bernadette Bangura will join the UK and Ireland tour of WAITRESS as Becky, replacing Sandra Marvin. Bangura's credits include Moulin Rouge!, Once On This Island, and My Fair Lady.
Summer Strallen Will Join BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL in London as 'Delia Deetz'
by Stephi Wild - Jul 20, 2026
Four-time Olivier Award-nominee Summer Strallen, will take on the role of Delia Deetz in the London production of Beetlejuice The Musical for a strictly limited season. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 20, 2026
Four-time Olivier Award-nominee Summer Strallen, will take on the role of Delia Deetz in the London production of Beetlejuice The Musical for a strictly limited season. Learn more here!
Sydnie Christmas Sets Mini U.S. Tour Ahead of New Album
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 16, 2026
Coinciding with her upcoming album, singer-songwriter and West End star Sydnie Christmas will be heading to the US for concerts in Philadelphia and New York.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 16, 2026
Coinciding with her upcoming album, singer-songwriter and West End star Sydnie Christmas will be heading to the US for concerts in Philadelphia and New York.
Photos: First Look at the Flying DeLorean in BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jul 13, 2026
BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical has released an image of the DeLorean finale, giving people a glimpse of what to expect on the road later this year, with the UK tour opening at the Bristol Hippodrome in October. Check out the photo here.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 13, 2026
BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical has released an image of the DeLorean finale, giving people a glimpse of what to expect on the road later this year, with the UK tour opening at the Bristol Hippodrome in October. Check out the photo here.
Brian Conley Will Return as Doc Brown on BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2026
Brian Conley will reprise his West End role as Doc Brown in the UK tour of BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL, joining Australian actor Axel Duffy as Marty McFly at Milton Keynes Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2026
Brian Conley will reprise his West End role as Doc Brown in the UK tour of BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL, joining Australian actor Axel Duffy as Marty McFly at Milton Keynes Theatre.
Sophie Okonedo Will Lead A MONTH IN THE COUNTRY at the Donmar Warehouse
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2026
Sophie Okonedo will lead the cast of A MONTH IN THE COUNTRY at the Donmar Warehouse, directed by Lyndsey Turner. The production is Brian Friel's reworking of Turgenev's classic play.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2026
Sophie Okonedo will lead the cast of A MONTH IN THE COUNTRY at the Donmar Warehouse, directed by Lyndsey Turner. The production is Brian Friel's reworking of Turgenev's classic play.
Video: BILLY ELLIOT's Billys Perform 'Electricity' for Elton John
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2026
Billy Elliot the Musical will open at Sunderland Empire. Watch the four boys who will play the title role perform 'Electricity' for Elton John! The production will play at Edinburgh Playhouse and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2026
Billy Elliot the Musical will open at Sunderland Empire. Watch the four boys who will play the title role perform 'Electricity' for Elton John! The production will play at Edinburgh Playhouse and more.
Listen: Sydnie Christmas Releases New Single 'Lean on You'
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 26, 2026
Singer-songwriter and West End star Sydnie Christmas has released her new single ‘Lean on You,' through Westway Music. The song, which is featured on her upcoming second album. Listen to it now.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 26, 2026
Singer-songwriter and West End star Sydnie Christmas has released her new single ‘Lean on You,' through Westway Music. The song, which is featured on her upcoming second album. Listen to it now.
BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL Reveals Four Boys to Play Title Role in West End Return
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2026
Noah Mannion, Rafferty Smale, Spencer Collins, and William Gurney will share the title role in Billy Elliot the Musical's national tour and limited West End season, with original Olivier Award-winning Billy, Liam Mower, returning as 'Older Billy.'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2026
Noah Mannion, Rafferty Smale, Spencer Collins, and William Gurney will share the title role in Billy Elliot the Musical's national tour and limited West End season, with original Olivier Award-winning Billy, Liam Mower, returning as 'Older Billy.'
Lucie Jones Will Reprise Role of 'Jenna' in WAITRESS UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2026
West End star Lucie Jones will return to reprise the role of Jenna in the UK and Ireland tour of the smash hit romantic musical comedy WAITRESS, playing King's Theatre, Glasgow, Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield and Lowry, Salford..
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2026
West End star Lucie Jones will return to reprise the role of Jenna in the UK and Ireland tour of the smash hit romantic musical comedy WAITRESS, playing King's Theatre, Glasgow, Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield and Lowry, Salford..
Doc and Marty Revealed - Back To The Future Casting For Edinburgh Playhouse
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Jun 9, 2026
Roger Bart is scheduled to open the tour at the Bristol Hippodrome (8 October – 21 November 2026) as well as playing the Edinburgh Playhouse (2 December 2026 – 2 January 2027).
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Jun 9, 2026
Roger Bart is scheduled to open the tour at the Bristol Hippodrome (8 October – 21 November 2026) as well as playing the Edinburgh Playhouse (2 December 2026 – 2 January 2027).
Roger Bart and Axel Duffy Will Lead BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2026
Tony Award winner Roger Bart will reprise his role as Doc Brown alongside Australian actor Axel Duffy as Marty McFly in the first-ever UK tour of BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2026
Tony Award winner Roger Bart will reprise his role as Doc Brown alongside Australian actor Axel Duffy as Marty McFly in the first-ever UK tour of BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL.
Two UK Premieres And More Set for Kiln Theatre 2026-2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2026
Kiln Theatre announced its upcoming season, featuring the UK premieres of TABLE 17 and BERLIN, a new production of NINE NIGHT directed by Artistic Director Amit Sharma, and a community production with 80 cast members.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2026
Kiln Theatre announced its upcoming season, featuring the UK premieres of TABLE 17 and BERLIN, a new production of NINE NIGHT directed by Artistic Director Amit Sharma, and a community production with 80 cast members.
Cast Set For KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Hampstead Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026
Maria Friedman leads the cast of the Tony Award-winning musical KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Hampstead Theatre, joined by Alice Fearn, Peter Hannah, Niamh Perry and others, with two performers making their professional stage debuts.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026
Maria Friedman leads the cast of the Tony Award-winning musical KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Hampstead Theatre, joined by Alice Fearn, Peter Hannah, Niamh Perry and others, with two performers making their professional stage debuts.
WAITRESS Cast Set for Milton Keynes Theatre Run, Led By Carrie Hope Fletcher
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026
The cast for the musical WAITRESS has been announced ahead of its upcoming engagement at Milton Keynes Theatre in the UK. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026
The cast for the musical WAITRESS has been announced ahead of its upcoming engagement at Milton Keynes Theatre in the UK. Learn more about the show here!
Original West End Cast Will Return to Mischief's THE COMEDY OF SPIES
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026
The original West End cast of THE COMEDY ABOUT SPIES will return to London's Adelphi Theatre for an eight-week run, joined by Mischief member Bryony Corrigan. The show won the WhatsOnStage Award for Best New Play.
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026
The original West End cast of THE COMEDY ABOUT SPIES will return to London's Adelphi Theatre for an eight-week run, joined by Mischief member Bryony Corrigan. The show won the WhatsOnStage Award for Best New Play.
Henry Patterson Will Perform One-Night-Only Concert at PizzaExpress Live Soho
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026
Henry Patterson announced a one-night-only concert at PizzaExpress Live Soho, performing songs from his debut album BROADWAY MAYBE with guest vocalist Roxy Yarnold and the Sam Every Big Band.
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026
Henry Patterson announced a one-night-only concert at PizzaExpress Live Soho, performing songs from his debut album BROADWAY MAYBE with guest vocalist Roxy Yarnold and the Sam Every Big Band.
Cast Set For LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2026
Shakespeare's Globe announced the full cast for LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST, directed by Indiana Lown-Collins in her Globe directorial debut, featuring flamenco dancers and a singer alongside a 14-member cast.
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2026
Shakespeare's Globe announced the full cast for LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST, directed by Indiana Lown-Collins in her Globe directorial debut, featuring flamenco dancers and a singer alongside a 14-member cast.
How to Watch 2026 Tony Award Nominees at Home: THE LOST BOYS, SCHMIGADOON! & More
by Josh Sharpe - May 16, 2026
The nominations are here for the 2026 Tony Awards. This year, a high number of titles have onscreen counterparts, and we have rounded up how to watch these versions at home, from The Lost Boys to Schmigadoon!
by Josh Sharpe - May 16, 2026
The nominations are here for the 2026 Tony Awards. This year, a high number of titles have onscreen counterparts, and we have rounded up how to watch these versions at home, from The Lost Boys to Schmigadoon!
Adelphi Theatre Frequently Asked Questions
- What show is currently in Adelphi Theatre?
- Adelphi Theatre's current show is Mazz Murray: The Music of Dusty Springfield which began performances on 11/26/2024.
- What when was Adelphi Theatre built?
- Adelphi Theatre was built in 1806.
- How many seats does Adelphi Theatre have?
- Adelphi Theatre has 1476 seats.
- What were the longest running shows at Adelphi Theatre?
- Chicago which ran from 11/18/1997 to 09/01/2012, Me and My Girl which ran from 02/12/1985 to 01/16/1993, Back to the Future The Musical which ran from 08/20/2021 to 04/12/2026, and Sunset Boulevard which ran from 07/12/1993 to 04/05/1997
- What show is next for Adelphi Theatre?
- Adelphi Theatre's next show is Billy Elliot which begins performances on 02/12/2027
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