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Comedy Theatre

Address:
(Leicester Square) Panton Street off Haymarket

London,

BUILT: 1881

SEATING CAPACITY: 796
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Shows at the Comedy Theatre

DATES PRODUCTION
1/22/2011 - 4/30/2011 The Children's Hour (2011)
9/18/2010 - 1/15/2011 Birdsong (2010)
6/26/2010 - 9/4/2010 La Bete (2010)
3/16/2010 - 6/19/2010 Mrs. Warren's Profession (2010)
2/3/2007 - 1/5/2008 Boeing-Boeing (2007)
7/28/1999 - 9/25/1999 I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change (1999)
3/23/1996 - 4/6/1996 Disgracefully Yours (1996)
4/7/1987 - 4/7/1987 Spin of the Wheel (1987)
7/3/1986 - 7/3/1986 The Gambler (1986)
1/1/1983 - 1/1/1983 Little Shop of Horrors (1983)
6/3/1981 - 7/13/1981 Billy Bishop Goes to War (1981)
9/24/1980 - 9/24/1980 Colette (1980)
10/31/1979 - 10/31/1979 The Rocky Horror Show (1973)
11/24/1977 - 11/24/1977 Side by Side by Sondheim (1977)
2/6/1969 - 2/6/1969 From A Jack To A King (1992)
12/9/1968 - 12/9/1968 Man with a Load of Mischief (1968)
11/29/1967 - 11/29/1967 The Boy Friend (1967)
6/22/1967 - 6/22/1967 Queenie (1967)
7/26/1962 - 7/26/1962 The Premise (1962)
5/17/1962 - 5/17/1962 Little Mary Sunshine (1962)
1/26/1956 - 1/26/1956 Fresh Airs (1956)
11/17/1948 - 11/17/1948 Slings and Arrows (1948)
4/1/1941 - 4/1/1941 Orchids and Onions (1941)
4/11/1940 - 4/11/1940 New Faces (1940)
10/3/1934 - 10/3/1934 Hi-Diddle-Diddle (1934)
4/25/1933 - 4/25/1933 How D'You Do? (1933)
12/22/1932 - 12/22/1932 Ballyhoo (1932)
2/24/1932 - 2/24/1932 Derby Day (1932)
1/26/1926 - Hedda Gabler (1926)
2/12/1920 - 2/12/1920 Wild Geese (1920)
6/1/1918 - 6/1/1918 Tails Up (1918)
5/5/1917 - 5/5/1917 Bubbly (1917)
12/14/1916 - 12/14/1916 See-Saw (1916)
9/15/1916 - 9/15/1916 This and That (1916)
5/1/1916 - 5/1/1916 Half-Past Eight (1916)
8/24/1915 - 8/24/1915 Shell Out (1915)
12/14/1903 - 12/14/1903 The Girl from Kay's (1902)
4/29/1899 - 4/29/1899 Great Caesar (1899)
12/15/1898 - 12/15/1898 Milord Sir Smith (1898)
2/14/1887 - 2/14/1887 Mynheer Jan (1887)
11/9/1885 - 11/9/1885 Ermine (1885)
11/9/1885 - 11/9/1885 Erminie (1885)
4/28/1883 - 4/28/1883 Falka (1883)
10/14/1882 - 10/14/1882 Rip Van Winkle (1882)
10/15/1881 - 10/15/1881 La Mascotte (1881)

News


OH ZEUS! Will Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2026

Le Navet Bete teams up with John Nicholson for a comedic tour through Greek mythology in OH ZEUS!, starting March 2026. Learn more about the production here!
Centaur Theatre to Present GOBLIN:MACBETH This Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2026

​A Spontaneous Theatre Creation starring Goblins Wug and Kragva, with music by Moog, Goblin:Macbeth is taking over the Centaur this spring right here in Montreal.
GRINDR MOM Starring Jessica Martin to Have European Premiere at Waterloo East Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026

Grindr Mom, starring Jessica Martin, will have its European premiere at Waterloo East Theatre, directed by Gerald Armin. When a well‑meaning Mormon mother discovers her son is gay, she does what any loving parent might do… she joins Grindr.
Full Cast Set For THE HOLY ROSENBERGS at The Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026

The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full cast for its upcoming revival of Ryan Craig's THE HOLY ROSENBERGS, directed by Lindsay Posner.
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 12, 2026

Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Glasgow Int'l Comedy Festival launches 2026 programme with over 100,000 tickets on sale
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Jan 7, 2026

GLASGOW INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL UNVEILS 2026 PROGRAMME INCLUDING ROSIE O'DONNELL, ALAN DAVIES, RUBY WAX, HARRY ENFIELD AND MORE
Feature: Arkansas Theatre Year in Review for 2025
by Theresa Bertram - Jan 5, 2026

Review: THE CHAOS OF THE BELLS at Brave New Workshop
by Jared Fessler - Jan 4, 2026

What did our critic think of THE CHAOS OF THE BELLS at Brave New Workshop?
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards; BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025

This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards; Comedy Theatre Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025

We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Janie Dee and Stefan Bednarczyk Will Perform COWARD & FRIENDS For One Night Only at The Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Dec 22, 2025

With their production of Noël Coward's Fallen Angels currently running, the Menier Chocolate Factory have announced that Janie Dee will be staging a one-night-only performance of Coward & Friends with Stefan Bednarczyk.
Brighton Dome Reveals Spring 2026 Programme Across Dance, Theatre, Music and Comedy
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2025

Brighton Dome has announced its Spring 2026 programme across dance, theatre, music, comedy, and spoken word. The season features international touring productions, new work by Brighton-based artists, family programming, and performances across all three Brighton Dome venues.
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards; BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Joanne Mcnally Adds New UK PINOTPHILE Tour Dates
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2025

Following rave reviews and demand, record-breaking queen of Irish comedy Joanne McNally announces a string of new UK dates for her successful ‘Pinotphile’ tour. 
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards; Comedy Theatre Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Bondi Pavilion Unveils 2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025

Bondi Pavilion has released its 2026 Artistic Program, outlining a year of multidisciplinary performances, exhibitions, and community events presented across all seasons. The program will feature new works, returning programs, and large-scale public events including Bondi Festival, Jazz at the Pav, and multiple premieres. Tickets and the full schedule will be made available beginning 3 December at 6 p.m.
Cult Favorite Molly 'Equality' Dykeman to Premiere New Holiday Show At Stonewall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2025

Andrea Alton stars as cult favorite Molly 'Equality' Dykeman in the premiere of 'TIS THE SEASON TO BE MOLLY JOLLY! at The Stonewall Inn. Molly 'Equality' Dykeman, who spends her days as a security guard at PS 339 in the Bronx, is back with a new show!
SIX THE MUSICAL To Return To Australia In 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 2, 2025

The international smash-hit phenomenon SIX the Musical will make its royal return to Australia in 2026, with seasons confirmed at Melbourne's Comedy Theatre from July 2026, Theatre Royal Sydney from October 2026 and QPAC's Playhouse Theatre in Brisbane from January 2027.
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards; LADY MACBETH PLAYED WING DEFENCE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025

The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Interview: 'Murder Mysteries Are a Huge Part of a British Christmas': David Reed And Humphrey Kerr on SHERLOCK HOLMES & THE 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS at Birmingham Rep
by Kat Mokrynski - Nov 14, 2025

Recently, we had the chance to speak with David Reed and Humphrey Kerr about Sherlock Holmes & The 12 Days of Christmas. We discussed what inspired them to create the show, taking on the iconic roles of Sherlock Holmes and John Watson, and even what it has been like collaborating with Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber!

Comedy Theatre Frequently Asked Questions

What show is currently in Comedy Theatre?
Comedy Theatre's current show is The Children's Hour which began performances on 1/22/2011.

What when was Comedy Theatre built?
Comedy Theatre was built in 1881.

How many seats does Comedy Theatre have?
Comedy Theatre has 796 seats.

What were the longest running shows at Comedy Theatre?
Boeing-Boeing which ran from 2/15/2007 to 1/5/2008, Birdsong which ran from 9/28/2010 to 1/15/2011, Mrs. Warren's Profession which ran from 3/25/2010 to 6/19/2010, The Children's Hour which ran from 2/9/2011 to 4/30/2011 and


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