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Ambassadors Theatre

Address:
West St, West End, London WC2H 9ND, United Kingdom

London,

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.

Shows at the Ambassadors Theatre

DATES PRODUCTION
8/8/2026 - 10/3/2026 Paranormal Activity (2026)
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5/2/2026 - 8/1/2026 1536 (2026)
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12/5/2025 - 4/25/2026 Paranormal Activity (2025)
10/10/2024 - 5/31/2025 The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button (2024)
9/16/2024 - 9/28/2024 Ruby Wax: I'm Not As Well As I Thought I Was ()
5/25/2024 - 9/14/2024 Kathy and Stella Solve A Murder! ()
5/25/2024 - 9/14/2024 Kathy & Stella Solve A Murder! ()
3/9/2024 - 5/11/2024 Harry Clarke (2024)
11/30/2023 - 3/2/2024 The Enfield Haunting (2023)
8/31/2023 - 11/25/2023 Private Lives (2023)
5/12/2023 - 6/18/2023 Rose (2023)
4/6/2023 - 5/20/2023 Vardy v Rooney: The Wagatha Christie Trial (2023)
1/25/2023 - 3/18/2023 My Son's a Queer (But What Can You Do?) (2023)
12/14/2022 - 1/21/2023 One Woman Show (2022)
6/15/2022 - 9/4/2022 Mad House (2022)
2/1/2022 - 6/5/2022 COCK (2022)
10/19/2021 - 1/15/2022 The Shark is Broken (2021)
6/1/2019 - 9/28/2019 The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole (2019)
3/4/2019 - The Twilight Zone (2019)
11/10/2018 - 1/5/2019 Switzerland (2018)
3/28/2018 - 6/2/2018 All Or Nothing: The Mod Musical (2018)
1/15/2018 - 3/24/2018 Beginning (2018)
12/13/2017 - 1/7/2018 A Very Hungry Caterpillar (2017)
9/27/2017 - 12/6/2017 Jekyll & Hyde (2017)
9/26/2017 - 12/8/2017 Othello (2017)
8/16/2017 - 8/23/2017 13 the Musical (2017)
7/28/2017 - 8/31/2017 The Adventures of Pinocchio (2017)
4/25/2017 - 4/26/2017 Cat (The Play!!!) (2017)
10/13/2004 - 2/5/2005 Sweeney Todd (2004)
5/29/1996 - 5/29/1996 Dames at Sea (1996)
5/31/1984 - 5/31/1984 The Importance (1984)
10/2/1980 - 10/2/1980 Swann with Topping (1980)
6/17/1977 - 6/17/1977 Something's Afoot (1977)
9/10/1975 - 9/10/1975 Happy as a Sandbag (1975)
11/25/1952 - 3/23/1974 The Mousetrap (2021)
5/9/1946 - 5/9/1946 Sweetest and Lowest (1946)
- The Confessions of Gordon Brown (2014)
- Stomp (1994)
- Pressure (2018)

News


Cast Set For Noël Coward's THE MARQUISE UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026

Theatre Royal Windsor has announced casting for Noël Coward's The Marquise. The show will get a 1930s twist in this new production originating at Theatre Royal Windsor. Learn more here!
Frances Ruffelle, Sally George, and Alan Cumming's I CAN DIE TOO Will Premiere at Pitlochry Festival Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2026

Tony Award winner Frances Ruffelle and Olivier Award winner Stephen Ashfield will star in I CAN DIE TOO, a new play with music co-written by Ruffelle, Sally George, and Alan Cumming, at Pitlochry Festival Theatre.
Photos: 1536 in Rehearsal at the Ambassadors Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2026

All new rehearsal photos have been released from 1536, the historical drama with a modern edge at the Ambassadors Theatre. Check out the photos and learn more here!
Benedict Cumberbatch, Ian McKellen, and More Join as Guest Sheriffs For WHODUNNIT [UNREHEARSED] 4
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2026

Park Theatre announced the final wave of celebrity guest sheriffs for WHODUNNIT [UNREHEARSED] 4, including Benedict Cumberbatch, Martin Freeman, Ian McKellen, Simon Pegg, and Jodie Whittaker, for its Wild West immersive run.
Olivier Awards 2026- Complete List of Winners
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 12, 2026

London theatre's biggest night returned for its 2026 ceremony at the Royal Albert Hall, where Nick Mohammed hosted the Olivier Awards. Check out a full list of winners here.
Sam Lupton Will Play Dave Fishwick in the World Premiere of BANK OF DAVE THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026

Sam Lupton (Del Boy in Only Fools and Horses UK tour, Boq in Wicked, West End) will play Dave Fishwick in the world premiere of BANK OF DAVE THE MUSICAL which will open in May 2026 at Lowry and Curve respectively.
Full Cast Set For West End Transfer of 1536
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026

The full cast has been announced for the West End transfer of the 1536. Performances will run from 02 May to 01 August 2026 at the Ambassadors Theatre.
Photos: ALL MY SONS And INTO THE WOODS Lead Winners At 2026 Critics’ Circle Theatre Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2026

At a ceremony at the National Theatre, the Critics’ Circle announced the winners of the 2026 Theatre Awards. These are the only prizes to be entirely voted for by the professional theatre critics who are members of the Circle. Check out photos of the winners below.
EVITA, PADDINGTON, INTO THE WOODS, and More Nominated For 2026 Olivier Awards; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026

The nominations are in for the 2026 Olivier Awards. The nominees included Paddington the Musical, Into The Woods, Oh, Mary!, Into The Woods, Evita, and more. Check out the full list here!
Tickets On Sale For World Premiere Of BLOODSPORT
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026

The highly anticipated world premiere of BLOODSPORT: AFTER HELEN OF TROY by Ava Pickett will open in March 2026. This new play explores the aftermath of the Trojan War through a modern lens, promising a fresh perspective on a classic tale.
Catherine Tate Will Play Mary Todd Lincoln in OH, MARY! in London
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026

Catherine Tate will play Mary Todd Lincoln in the Tony Award-winning smash hit comedy OH, MARY! at Trafalgar Theatre from 27 April until 18 July 2026. Learn more here!
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Will Embark on UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026

The West End hit Paranormal Activity will embark on a major UK and Ireland tour from September 2026. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!
Antonio Cipriano Will Lead London Premiere of Joey Contreras' New Musical IN PIECES
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026

Joey Contreras' new musical In Pieces, will make its London premiere this spring, with an exclusive one night only concert at The Other Palace on Monday 30 March.
Review: CHICOS MAMBO: TUTU, Sadler's Wells East
by Franco Milazzo - Feb 12, 2026

Philippe Lafeuille’s TUTU arrives at the Peacock with the air of a sugar rush and the spine of a manifesto. Beneath the sequins, beneath the tulle, beneath the knowing smirk, there is something else at work: lineage.
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Will Return to the West End
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026

Paranormal Activity will return to its Ambassadors Theatre home this August after a brief hiatus, marking a third extension for the hit production. Learn more here!
WHODUNNIT [UNREHEARSED] 4 Returns with Celebrity Sheriffs at Park Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 9, 2026

Artistic Director Jez Bond, Executive Director Catherine McKinney, and the whole team at Park Theatre have announced further details of Whodunnit [Unrehearsed] 4, the next instalment of its hugely popular fundraising comedy spectacular.
Joel Harper-Jackson to Play Frank Sinatra in SINATRA THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026

Joel Harper-Jackson will play Frank Sinatra in Sinatra The Musical – the West End premiere of the new musical based on the life and career of the legendary artist and cultural icon.
Olivier Awards Reveals Eligibility for 2026 Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026

The Olivier Awards has revealed eligibility for the 2026 Awards.  The 50th anniversary Olivier Awards will take place at the Royal Albert Hall, with highlights to be broadcast on BBC TV and radio.
Shakespeare's Globe Reveals Summer Season 2026
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2026

This summer, join Shakespeare's Globe for a season bursting with world-class artists, lesser-known classics, and much-loved plays, in two of the most iconic theatres in the world.
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Extends West End Run For a Second Time
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2026

A second extension has been announced for the West End premiere of Paranormal Activity, which is now booking through to Saturday 25 April 2026. Learn more here!

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 5/31/2025, Paranormal Activity which ran from 12/5/2025 to 4/25/2026 and

What show is next for Ambassadors Theatre?
Ambassadors Theatre's next show is Paranormal Activity which begins performances on 8/8/2026.


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