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BUILT: 1913
SEATING CAPACITY: 450
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Ambassadors Theatre History
The Ambassadors Theatre opened on 5th June 1913. The theatre presented Deburau in 1921 which saw Ivor Novello making his first stage appearance, Eugene O'Neill's The Emperor Jones starring Paul Robeson, The Mask of Virtue in 1935 which saw the West End stage debut of a 22 year old Vivien Leigh and Spring Meeting in 1938 with Margaret Rutherford. Britain's longest running production The Mousetrap by Agatha Christie opened at The Ambassadors on 25th November 1952 and played here until its 21st Birthday in 1973 when it transferred next door to the larger St Martin's Theatre.News
Photos: David Bedella, Luke Fetherston and More in DANIEL’S HUSBAND
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025
You can now get a first look at production images for Michael McKeever’s off-Broadway play DANIEL’S HUSBAND, which made its UK Premiere at the Marylebone Theatre in London.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025
You can now get a first look at production images for Michael McKeever’s off-Broadway play DANIEL’S HUSBAND, which made its UK Premiere at the Marylebone Theatre in London.
Photos: Debbie Wileman Debuts DEBBIE DOES DIVAS At Birdland Jazz
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 2025
On Monday, November 24, Debbie Wileman made her NYC nightclub debut at Birdland. Check out photos from the show! Wileman first rose to prominence during the pandemic through her in-car “Song a Day” videos, in which she performed as Judy Garland.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 2025
On Monday, November 24, Debbie Wileman made her NYC nightclub debut at Birdland. Check out photos from the show! Wileman first rose to prominence during the pandemic through her in-car “Song a Day” videos, in which she performed as Judy Garland.
1536 Will Transfer to the Ambassadors Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2025
1536, the historical drama with a modern edge, will transfer to the West End following a sold-out run at the Almeida Theatre, running from 02 May to 01 August 2026 at the Ambassadors Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2025
1536, the historical drama with a modern edge, will transfer to the West End following a sold-out run at the Almeida Theatre, running from 02 May to 01 August 2026 at the Ambassadors Theatre.
The Society for Theatre Research Book Prize Unveils New Administrators and Judges for 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2025
The Society for Theatre Research has announced that Gary Naylor and Kevin Wilson will serve as joint administrators of the 2026 STR Theatre Book Prize, taking over from longtime administrator Howard Loxton.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2025
The Society for Theatre Research has announced that Gary Naylor and Kevin Wilson will serve as joint administrators of the 2026 STR Theatre Book Prize, taking over from longtime administrator Howard Loxton.
Full Cast Set For The World Premiere Of HIGH NOON
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
Joining Emmy and Tony Award-winner Billy Crudup and Olivier Award-winner Denise Gough are Billy Howle, Rosa Salazar, Simon Chandler, James Doherty, Misha Handley, Joshua Hill, Jonah Russell, Rebecca Lee and Tim Steed.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
Joining Emmy and Tony Award-winner Billy Crudup and Olivier Award-winner Denise Gough are Billy Howle, Rosa Salazar, Simon Chandler, James Doherty, Misha Handley, Joshua Hill, Jonah Russell, Rebecca Lee and Tim Steed.
Cast Revealed For PARANORMAL ACTIVITY in London
by Stephi Wild - Nov 3, 2025
As rehearsals begin for the West End production, casting has been announced for Paranormal Activity. Melissa James will reprise her Leeds Playhouse role as ‘Lou' alongside fellow Playhouse performers Pippa Winslow as ‘Carolanne' and Jackie Morrison as ‘Etheline Cotgrave'.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 3, 2025
As rehearsals begin for the West End production, casting has been announced for Paranormal Activity. Melissa James will reprise her Leeds Playhouse role as ‘Lou' alongside fellow Playhouse performers Pippa Winslow as ‘Carolanne' and Jackie Morrison as ‘Etheline Cotgrave'.
Meet the Cast of OEDIPUS, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2025
The Olivier Award-winning Oedipus, an adaptation created and directed by Robert Icke, will begin performances on Broadway on Thursday, October 30, 2025. Meet the cast of Oedipus here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2025
The Olivier Award-winning Oedipus, an adaptation created and directed by Robert Icke, will begin performances on Broadway on Thursday, October 30, 2025. Meet the cast of Oedipus here!
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Extends West End Run
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2025
The West End transfer of Paranormal Activity is set to extend its run to Saturday 28 March 2026, ahead of its first performance this December. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2025
The West End transfer of Paranormal Activity is set to extend its run to Saturday 28 March 2026, ahead of its first performance this December. Learn more about the show here!
Full Cast Set For UK Premiere of DANIEL'S HUSBAND
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2025
Plastered Productions has announced the full cast for Michael McKeever's hit off-Broadway play DANIEL'S HUSBAND which will make its UK Premiere at the Marylebone Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2025
Plastered Productions has announced the full cast for Michael McKeever's hit off-Broadway play DANIEL'S HUSBAND which will make its UK Premiere at the Marylebone Theatre.
Full Cast and Creative Team Set For Workshop Production of SAPPHO at The Other Palace
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2025
The full cast and creative team have been announced for SAPPHO: The Poetess at The Other Palace, beginning performances this month. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2025
The full cast and creative team have been announced for SAPPHO: The Poetess at The Other Palace, beginning performances this month. Learn more about the show here!
Review Roundup: THE WEIR Opens at Harold Pinter Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2025
See what the critics are saying about The Weir at the Harold Pinter Theatre in the West End. Read the reviews for the production, and learn more about The Weir here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2025
See what the critics are saying about The Weir at the Harold Pinter Theatre in the West End. Read the reviews for the production, and learn more about The Weir here!
THE SHARK IS BROKEN and BAT OUT OF HELL to Premiere on BroadwayHD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2025
BroadwayHD will present two brand new exclusive world streaming premieres: The Shark is Broken, and Bat Out of Hell. Learn more and see how to watch!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2025
BroadwayHD will present two brand new exclusive world streaming premieres: The Shark is Broken, and Bat Out of Hell. Learn more and see how to watch!
HIGH NOON Starring Billy Crudup and Denise Gough Will Premiere at The Harold Pinter Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2025
The World Premiere of the play HIGH NOON, starring Emmy and Tony Award-winner Billy Crudup as Will Kane and Olivier Award-winner Denise Gough as Amy Fowler, opens in December.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2025
The World Premiere of the play HIGH NOON, starring Emmy and Tony Award-winner Billy Crudup as Will Kane and Olivier Award-winner Denise Gough as Amy Fowler, opens in December.
Full Cast Set For TREASURE ISLAND Musical at Bristol Old Vic
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2025
Bristol Old Vic has announced the full cast for its swashbuckling Christmas production Treasure Island: A New Musical Adventure, a new adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic Bristol-inspired tale of hidden treasure and daring deeds.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2025
Bristol Old Vic has announced the full cast for its swashbuckling Christmas production Treasure Island: A New Musical Adventure, a new adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic Bristol-inspired tale of hidden treasure and daring deeds.
Cast Set For West End Run of GHOST STORIES
by Stephi Wild - Aug 29, 2025
The cast has been set for the return of Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman's supernatural sensation Ghost Stories to the West End. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 29, 2025
The cast has been set for the return of Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman's supernatural sensation Ghost Stories to the West End. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
Full Cast Set For Tanika Gupta's HEDDA at Orange Tree Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2025
With Chiara Atik’s Poor Clare having come to a close and Strindberg’s Creditors preparing to take to the stage, Orange Tree Theatre has announced the full cast for Tanika Gupta’s Hedda.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2025
With Chiara Atik’s Poor Clare having come to a close and Strindberg’s Creditors preparing to take to the stage, Orange Tree Theatre has announced the full cast for Tanika Gupta’s Hedda.
Cast and Crew of EVITA, STEREOPHONIC, and More Nominated For The Stage Debut Awards 2025
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2025
The Stage Debut Awards have announced the nominees for 2025. The winners will be revealed at an awards ceremony next month. Check out the full list of nominations here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2025
The Stage Debut Awards have announced the nominees for 2025. The winners will be revealed at an awards ceremony next month. Check out the full list of nominations here!
Wendi Peters Will Lead UK Tour of GLORIOUS!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2025
The Hope Mill Theatre production of GLORIOUS! will tour the UK with Wendi Peters reprising the role of Florence Foster Jenkins. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2025
The Hope Mill Theatre production of GLORIOUS! will tour the UK with Wendi Peters reprising the role of Florence Foster Jenkins. Learn more about the show here!
STONES IN HIS POCKETS Comes to The Everyman
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2025
This summer, prepare for laughter as the critically acclaimed production of Stones in His Pockets arrives at The Everyman from 29 Jul to 10 Aug. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2025
This summer, prepare for laughter as the critically acclaimed production of Stones in His Pockets arrives at The Everyman from 29 Jul to 10 Aug. Learn more about the show here!
JUNIPER BLOOD, THE MAIDS, and WHEN WE ARE MARRIED Set For Donmar Warehouse
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2025
With the critically acclaimed revival of Lynn Nottage's Intimate Apparel currently playing, Artistic Director Tim Sheader and Executive Director Henny Finch has announced three new plays for Autumn 2025/26.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2025
With the critically acclaimed revival of Lynn Nottage's Intimate Apparel currently playing, Artistic Director Tim Sheader and Executive Director Henny Finch has announced three new plays for Autumn 2025/26.
Ambassadors Theatre Frequently Asked Questions
What show is currently in Ambassadors Theatre?
Ambassadors Theatre's current show is The Enfield Haunting which began performances on 11/30/2023.
What when was Ambassadors Theatre built?
Ambassadors Theatre was built in 1913.
How many seats does Ambassadors Theatre have?
Ambassadors Theatre has 450 seats.
What were the longest running shows at Ambassadors Theatre?
Stomp which ran from 1/15/1994 to 1/7/2018, The Mousetrap which ran from 5/17/2021 to 1/30/2022, The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button which ran from 10/10/2024 to 2/15/2025, Sweeney Todd which ran from 10/13/2004 to 2/5/2005 and
What show is next for Ambassadors Theatre?
Ambassadors Theatre's next show is The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button which begins performances on 10/10/2024.
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