Criterion Theatre
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218-223 Piccadilly, St. James's, London W1V 9LB, United Kingdom
London,
Criterion Theatre History
A 590 seat auditorium with two bars: a unique venue for corporate, creative and community events in the heart of London’s West End.
Shows at the Criterion Theatre
| Dates | Production | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/1/2026 | - | 1/3/2027 | |
| 9/1/2026 | - | 1/31/2027 | |
| 12/9/2024 | - | 3/2/2025 | |
| 10/18/2024 | - | 11/23/2024 | |
| 9/11/2024 | - | 10/12/2024 | |
| 7/16/2024 | - | 8/31/2024 | |
| 4/15/2024 | - | 4/15/2024 | |
| 4/4/2024 | - | 7/14/2024 | |
| 4/4/2024 | - | 7/14/2024 | |
| 2/15/2024 | - | 3/23/2024 | |
| 9/19/2023 | - | 4/7/2024 | |
| 8/17/2023 | - | 9/9/2023 | |
| 1/14/2023 | - | 4/16/2023 | |
| 3/3/2022 | - | 4/24/2022 | |
| 10/15/2021 | - | ||
| 3/31/2016 | - | 5/3/2020 | |
| 12/6/2012 | - | 1/6/2013 | |
| 9/14/2006 | - | ||
| 4/10/2006 | - | 7/1/2006 | |
| 6/28/1993 | - | 7/24/1993 | |
| 6/5/1980 | - | 6/5/1980 | |
| 6/5/1975 | - | 6/5/1975 | |
| 4/16/1970 | - | 4/16/1970 | |
| 8/18/1960 | - | 8/18/1960 | |
| 12/31/1907 | - | 12/31/1907 | |
| 8/6/1906 | - | 8/6/1906 | |
| 8/31/1905 | - | 8/31/1905 | |
| 2/16/1903 | - | 2/16/1903 | |
| 7/23/1891 | - | 7/23/1891 | |
| 11/28/1874 | - | 11/28/1874 | |
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News
Cast Set For JACK AND THE BEANSTALK at the Greenwich Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2026
Greenwich Theatre announced the cast for its award-winning pantomime, featuring Anthony Spargo as Dame Dotty Trott, Sam Bailey as Jack Trott, Eleanor Fransch as Bumpkin, and Paul Critoph, Lydia Bell, and Georgia Grant in supporting roles.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2026
Greenwich Theatre announced the cast for its award-winning pantomime, featuring Anthony Spargo as Dame Dotty Trott, Sam Bailey as Jack Trott, Eleanor Fransch as Bumpkin, and Paul Critoph, Lydia Bell, and Georgia Grant in supporting roles.
Photos: CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY In Rehearsal at Curve Leicester
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 27, 2026
Curve theatre released rehearsal photography from its production of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY, captured by photographer Marc Brenner.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 27, 2026
Curve theatre released rehearsal photography from its production of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY, captured by photographer Marc Brenner.
TITANÍQUE to Bring UK Tour to Wolverhampton Grand in November 2027
by Stephi Wild - Oct 26, 2026
The Olivier Award-winning musical comedy will begin its first UK tour, opening at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre from November 1–6, 2027, with Myra DuBois starring as Ruth.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 26, 2026
The Olivier Award-winning musical comedy will begin its first UK tour, opening at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre from November 1–6, 2027, with Myra DuBois starring as Ruth.
Full Cast Set For CLUB NVRLND at the Vaults
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2026
George Renshaw, Ceili O'Connor, and Peter Caulfield join Diana Vickers and Le Fil in the immersive nightclub musical at The Vaults from November 14, 2026 to January 31, 2027.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2026
George Renshaw, Ceili O'Connor, and Peter Caulfield join Diana Vickers and Le Fil in the immersive nightclub musical at The Vaults from November 14, 2026 to January 31, 2027.
New Musical IN MARRAKECH Will Hold Development Workshop in London
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2026
Concord Theatricals announced the cast for a development workshop of IN MARRAKECH, a new original musical by Kate Marlais and Alex Young directed by Josh Seymour, featuring Niamh Cusack, Edward Bennett, and Katherine Kingsley.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2026
Concord Theatricals announced the cast for a development workshop of IN MARRAKECH, a new original musical by Kate Marlais and Alex Young directed by Josh Seymour, featuring Niamh Cusack, Edward Bennett, and Katherine Kingsley.
New Cast Set For PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2026
Paddington The Musical has announced a new cast including Abbie Purvis and Hassan Taj as alternating Paddington performers, as the show celebrates its first year in London.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2026
Paddington The Musical has announced a new cast including Abbie Purvis and Hassan Taj as alternating Paddington performers, as the show celebrates its first year in London.
Photos: A SMALL AND QUIET LIGHT is Now Playing at the Orange Tree Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 28, 2026
All new photos have been released from the new play by Stephanie Street, a small and quiet light, which had its premiere at Chichester’s Minerva Theatre in August and is now playing at the Orange Tree Theatre. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 28, 2026
All new photos have been released from the new play by Stephanie Street, a small and quiet light, which had its premiere at Chichester’s Minerva Theatre in August and is now playing at the Orange Tree Theatre. Check out the photos here!
Cast Set For CRANFORD at Orange Tree Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2026
Orange Tree Theatre revealed the full cast for CRANFORD, an adaptation of Elizabeth Gaskell's novel by Lin Coghlan and Shaun McKenna, directed by Josh Roche and starring Tamsin Greig.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2026
Orange Tree Theatre revealed the full cast for CRANFORD, an adaptation of Elizabeth Gaskell's novel by Lin Coghlan and Shaun McKenna, directed by Josh Roche and starring Tamsin Greig.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 18, 2026- First Look At Ariana Madix in JUST IN TIME and More
by - Sep 18, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 18, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Sep 18, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 18, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
TITANIQUE to Close at the Criterion Theatre in January, and Will Launch UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2026
TITANIQUE will conclude its West End run on January 3, 2027, before embarking on its first UK tour starting at Theatre Royal Newcastle on September 17, 2027, with Myra DuBois starring as Ruth.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2026
TITANIQUE will conclude its West End run on January 3, 2027, before embarking on its first UK tour starting at Theatre Royal Newcastle on September 17, 2027, with Myra DuBois starring as Ruth.
Diana Vickers and Le Fil Join CLUB NVRLND at The Vaults
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2026
Diana Vickers will play Wendy Darling in London's Club NVRLND. RuPaul's Drag Race UK contestant Le Fil will return to play Tiger Lily. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2026
Diana Vickers will play Wendy Darling in London's Club NVRLND. RuPaul's Drag Race UK contestant Le Fil will return to play Tiger Lily. Learn more about the show here!
TWO STRANGERS (CARRY A CAKE ACROSS NEW YORK) Sets Closing Date
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2026
The 8-time Tony-nominated musical will close at the Longacre Theatre after 428 performances, with its first national tour launching in Providence, RI.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2026
The 8-time Tony-nominated musical will close at the Longacre Theatre after 428 performances, with its first national tour launching in Providence, RI.
Myra DuBois to Extend Run in TITANIQUE at London's Criterion Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2026
Comedian Myra DuBois will continue playing Ruth in the West End production of TITANIQUE, extending her engagement at the Criterion Theatre by four additional weeks.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2026
Comedian Myra DuBois will continue playing Ruth in the West End production of TITANIQUE, extending her engagement at the Criterion Theatre by four additional weeks.
Laura Main to Join Jane Asher in BY ROYAL APPOINTMENT UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2026
Laura Main will replace Samantha Womack as The Dresser opposite Jane Asher's Queen in Daisy Goodwin's BY ROYAL APPOINTMENT, opening at Arts Theatre Cambridge Sept. 24 before touring Nottingham, Chelmsford, York and other cities into February 2027.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2026
Laura Main will replace Samantha Womack as The Dresser opposite Jane Asher's Queen in Daisy Goodwin's BY ROYAL APPOINTMENT, opening at Arts Theatre Cambridge Sept. 24 before touring Nottingham, Chelmsford, York and other cities into February 2027.
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Extends Run at Curve and Reveals Full Cast
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2026
Curve has announced full casting and an extended run for its Christmas musical CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY, with Jonny Fines starring as Willy Wonka due to high demand.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2026
Curve has announced full casting and an extended run for its Christmas musical CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY, with Jonny Fines starring as Willy Wonka due to high demand.
Layton Williams Will Embark on UK Tour With LAYTON LIVE
by Stephi Wild - Aug 10, 2026
Layton Williams will tour LAYTON LIVE across more than 20 UK cities from February 23 to April 4, 2027, marking 20 years since his professional stage debut, ending at London's Adelphi Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 10, 2026
Layton Williams will tour LAYTON LIVE across more than 20 UK cities from February 23 to April 4, 2027, marking 20 years since his professional stage debut, ending at London's Adelphi Theatre.
Cast and Creative Team Set For MURDER BEFORE EVENSONG at The Watermill Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2026
IAN HALLARD will star as Canon Daniel Clement in the world premiere stage adaptation of MURDER BEFORE EVENSONG, running September 25 through November 14 at the Watermill Theatre in Newbury.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2026
IAN HALLARD will star as Canon Daniel Clement in the world premiere stage adaptation of MURDER BEFORE EVENSONG, running September 25 through November 14 at the Watermill Theatre in Newbury.
Full Cast Set For TWENTY THOUSAND STREETS UNDER THE SKY World Premiere at Southwark Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2026
Full casting announced for the world premiere of Simon Reade's stage adaptation of Patrick Hamilton's TWENTY THOUSAND STREETS UNDER THE SKY, directed by Matthew Iliffe at Southwark Playhouse Borough.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2026
Full casting announced for the world premiere of Simon Reade's stage adaptation of Patrick Hamilton's TWENTY THOUSAND STREETS UNDER THE SKY, directed by Matthew Iliffe at Southwark Playhouse Borough.
Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble to Launch Fall 2026 Tour
by Joshua Wright - Jul 21, 2026
Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble announced fall 2026 tour dates, performing music from their new album alongside a live rendition of The Grateful Dead's Blues for Allah, honoring its 50th anniversary.
by Joshua Wright - Jul 21, 2026
Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble announced fall 2026 tour dates, performing music from their new album alongside a live rendition of The Grateful Dead's Blues for Allah, honoring its 50th anniversary.
From Stage to Westeros: Theatre Veterans in HOUSE OF THE DRAGON
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 5, 2026
Whether you are Team Black or Team Green, there is probably a stage veteran on your side. Like other HBO shows such as The Gilded Age and Julia, the Game of Thrones spin-off, House of the Dragon, is full of Broadway, West End, and stage alums.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 5, 2026
Whether you are Team Black or Team Green, there is probably a stage veteran on your side. Like other HBO shows such as The Gilded Age and Julia, the Game of Thrones spin-off, House of the Dragon, is full of Broadway, West End, and stage alums.
Criterion Theatre Frequently Asked Questions
- What show is currently in Criterion Theatre?
- Criterion Theatre's current show is Titanique which began performances on 12/09/2024
- What when was Criterion Theatre built?
- Criterion Theatre was built in 1873.
- How many seats does Criterion Theatre have?
- Criterion Theatre has 590 seats.
- What were the longest running shows at Criterion Theatre?
- The 39 Steps which ran from 09/20/2006 to 09/05/2015, The Comedy About a Bank Robbery which ran from 04/21/2016 to 05/03/2020, Titanique which ran from 12/09/2024 to 01/03/2027, and Unbelievable which ran from 09/19/2023 to 04/07/2024
- What show is next for Criterion Theatre?
- Criterion Theatre's next show is April Foolery which begins performances on 4/15/2024.
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