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(Covent Garden) Earlham Street
London,

BUILT: 1930

SEATING CAPACITY: 1287

Shows at the Cambridge Theatre

DATES PRODUCTION
7/24/2023 - 8/28/2023 Laurel & Chaplin - The Feud (2023)
6/17/2021 - 6/26/2021 The Woman In Black (2021)
9/10/2018 - 9/15/2018 The Height of the Storm (2018)
11/24/2011 - 12/18/2022 Matilda The Musical (2011)
10/25/2011 - 12/22/2013 Matilda the Musical (2021)
12/9/2010 - Matilda The Musical (2010)
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4/28/2006 - 8/27/2011 Chicago (1997)
7/19/2005 - 4/22/2006 Dancing in the Streets (2005)
10/14/2003 - 2/19/2005 Jerry Springer: The Opera (2003)
9/20/2001 - 8/31/2002 Fame (1995)
9/26/2000 - 9/1/2001 The Beautiful Game (2000)
10/6/1999 - 12/18/1999 Great Balls of Fire (1999)
10/24/1996 - 9/11/1999 Grease (1993)
6/27/1995 - 9/28/1996 Fame (1995)
12/20/1994 - 12/20/1994 Peter Pan: The British Musical (1994)
8/17/1993 - 8/17/1993 Hot Stuff (1993)
9/18/1989 - 9/18/1989 Return to the Forbidden Planet (1989)
4/24/1989 - 7/8/1989 Sherlock Holmes (1989)
10/18/1988 - 1/21/1989 Budgie (1988)
2/17/1988 - 3/19/1988 The Rink (1988)
11/8/1983 - 11/8/1983 Dear Anyone (1983)
12/18/1981 - 12/18/1981 Worzel Gummidge (1981)
7/14/1981 - 11/21/1981 One Mo' Time (1981)
5/12/1981 - 6/13/1981 Ipi-Tombi (1981)
4/10/1979 - 4/10/1979 Chicago (1979)
2/24/1979 - 2/24/1979 Troubador (1979)
3/16/1977 - 3/16/1977 Ipi-Tombi (1975)
4/24/1975 - 4/24/1975 The Black Mikado (1975)
2/17/1975 - 2/17/1975 Jack the Ripper (1974)
5/9/1972 - 5/9/1972 Tom Brown's Schooldays (1972)
4/17/1969 - 4/17/1969 Ann Veronica (1969)
11/18/1964 - 11/18/1964 Little Me (1964)
3/21/1963 - 3/21/1963 Half a Sixpence (1963)
9/10/1959 - 9/10/1959 The Crooked Mile (1959)
7/7/1950 - 7/7/1950 Ace of Clubs (1950)
5/18/1949 - 5/18/1949 Sauce Tartare (1949)
12/6/1948 - 12/6/1948 Cage Me a Peacock (1948)
5/20/1948 - 5/20/1948 Maid to Measure (1948)
3/14/1946 - 3/14/1946 Evangeline (1946)
2/5/1931 - 2/5/1931 Kong (1931)
9/4/1930 - 9/4/1930 Charlot's Masquerade (1930)
- Waltz Without End (1942)

News


Full Cast Set for Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2026

Storyhouse has announced full casting for its Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre season, featuring two world premieres: OUTLAWS: A ROBIN HOOD STORY and LET THE SUN SHINE!, alongside a company of ten actors and four trainees.
Photos: First Look at Octavia Spencer and Hannah Waddingham in RIDE OR DIE
by Josh Sharpe - May 12, 2026

Octavia Spencer and Hannah Waddingham are starring and executive producing Ride or Die, a new action comedy series. Take a look at new photos from the series, which will debut all eight episodes on July 15.
RAISING GAYS Musical Will Hold West End Concert Reading at Garrick Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2026

RAISING GAYS, a new musical set in a Somerset town where parents organize a Pride parade float, will present a concert reading at London's Garrick Theatre during Pride weekend, featuring a cast of West End performers.
Interview: 'What We're Doing Is Inherently Silly And A Terrible Idea!': Dylan Emery, Co-Creator of SHOWSTOPPER! THE IMPROVISED MUSICAL On Art Of Improv
by Kat Mokrynski - May 7, 2026

Showstopper! The Improvised Musical is a unique production where a group of comedians, singers and musicians come together to create a new musical every night before an audience. Over the years it’s been running, Showstopper! has won an Olivier Award and even recently reaching 1,500 performances.
Photos: Tim Minchin Stops By MATILDA THE MUSICAL At Mayflower Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2026

Tim Minchin made a surprise appearance at MATILDA THE MUSICAL during its Southampton stop at Mayflower Theatre. Check out photos from Tim's visit with the company.
Full Cast Set for HERCULES Final Extension at Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026

Disney Theatrical Group announced the full company for the final extension of HERCULES at Theatre Royal Drury Lane, with Bradley Gibson leading as the title character alongside newly announced cast members joining the production.
Samantha Barks, Cedric Neal, John Owen-Jones, and More Will Lead THEATRE ROYALTY DRURY LANE Concert
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026

A one-night-only concert, THEATRE ROYALTY DRURY LANE, hosted by Brian Conley, will bring together West End stars including Samantha Barks, John Owen-Jones, and Rachel Tucker at Theatre Royal Drury Lane.
Nordoff and Robbins Music Therapy and LW Theatres Reveal New Partnership
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2026

Nordoff and Robbins, the UK's largest music therapy charity, announced a partnership with LW Theatres, spanning venues including The London Palladium and Theatre Royal Drury Lane, with fundraising and accessible theatre experiences planned.
Lead Cast Announced For ONCE At Pitlochry Festival Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Mar 12, 2026

Directed by John Tiffany (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Black Watch and Wild Rose), the uplifting and moving new production will run at Pitlochry Festival Theatre from 23 May- 27 June.
New Children Join the London Cast of RSC's MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026

The Royal Shakespeare Company will welcome new young performers to its multi-award winning production of Matilda The Musical which is currently booking through to January 2027 at the Cambridge Theatre.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 26, 2026- Broadway Winter Storm Updates and More
by - Jan 26, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 26, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
MATILDA THE MUSICAL International Tour to Return to China
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2026

Matilda The Musical will be returning to China for a third national tour from February to August 2026. The internationally renowned musical continues to play in London’s West End at the Cambridge Theatre.
International Irish Vocal Sensation The Shamrocks to Embark on Debut UK Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 24, 2025

Emmy Award-winning group The Shamrocks is set to embark on their debut UK tour, bringing their show to venues across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland in 2026.
Olly Dobson and Ben Joyce Will Return to BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL For One Night Only
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2025

BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical's alumni cast Olly Dobson and Ben Joyce will make a special return to the production as ‘Marty McFly' to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the UK film release.
Lara Denning Joins Cast of The UK and Ireland Tour of HERE & NOW
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2025

West End actress Lara Denning will take over the role of Caz in the UK and Ireland tour of HERE & NOW. Rebecca Lock who currently plays Caz will leave the production on Sunday 9 November.
From the West End to DOWNTON ABBEY: A Look at Penelope Wilton's Stage Career
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 12, 2025

Since the early 1970s, Penelope Wilton has established herself as a major player on the British stage, and we are taking a look back at her expansive theatrical career, just in time for Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale.
Cast Set For Darlington Hippodrome's GOLDILOCKS AND THE THREE BEARS Panto
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2025

The four main stars of this year’s Darlington Hippodrome pantomime – Goldilocks and the Three Bears – officially launched the panto season with a visit to the venue in full costume.
Melanie La Barrie Will Star in THE BOOK THIEF in Concert
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2025

The musical stage adaptation of THE BOOK THIEF, based on best-selling novel by Markus Zusak, will have a special concert performance at the Prince of Wales Theatre.
TOP HAT Comes to Southbank Centre's Queen Elizabeth Hall This Christmas
by Stephi Wild - Aug 6, 2025

Chichester Festival Theatre's production of Irving Berlin's Top Hat will have a Christmas season at the Southbank Centre's Queen Elizabeth Hall. Learn more here!
MATILDA THE MUSICAL UK Tour Finds Full Cast
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2025

Casting has been announced for the upcoming tour of the Royal Shakespeare Company’s production of Matilda The Musical, which this year celebrates 15 years on stage

Cambridge Theatre Frequently Asked Questions

What show is currently in Cambridge Theatre?
Cambridge Theatre's current show is Laurel & Chaplin - The Feud which began performances on 07/24/2023

What when was Cambridge Theatre built?
Cambridge Theatre was built in 1930.

How many seats does Cambridge Theatre have?
Cambridge Theatre has 1287 seats.

What were the longest running shows at Cambridge Theatre?
Chicago which ran from 11/18/1997 to 09/01/2012, Matilda The Musical which ran from 11/24/2011 to 12/18/2022, Fame which ran from 06/27/1995 to 04/22/2006, and Grease which ran from 07/15/1993 to 09/11/1999


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