Criterion Theatre

Address:
218-223 Piccadilly, St. James's, London W1V 9LB, United Kingdom
London,

BUILT: 1873

SEATING CAPACITY: 590
View Larger Map

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

12/9/2024 - 3/2/2025 Titanique (2024)
Click Here to Buy Tickets

10/18/2024 - 11/23/2024 Jamie Allan’s Amaze ()

9/11/2024 - 10/12/2024 I Wish You Well ()

7/16/2024 - 8/31/2024 Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) ()

4/15/2024 - 4/15/2024 April Foolery ()

4/4/2024 - 7/14/2024 Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) ()

4/4/2024 - 7/14/2024 Two Strangers (Carry A Cake Across New York) - Criterion (2024)

2/15/2024 - 3/23/2024 The Merchant of Venice 1936 (2024)

9/19/2023 - 4/7/2024 Unbelievable (2023)

8/17/2023 - 9/9/2023 The Way Old Friends Do (2023)

1/14/2023 - 4/16/2023 The Unfriend (2023)

3/3/2022 - 4/24/2022 Death Drop (2021)

10/15/2021 - Pride and Prejudice (*Sort Of) (2021)

3/31/2016 - 5/3/2020 The Comedy About a Bank Robbery (2016)

12/6/2012 - 1/6/2013 Peppa Pig's Treasure Hunt (2012)

9/14/2006 - The 39 Steps (2006)

4/10/2006 - 7/1/2006 Mack & Mabel (2006)

6/28/1993 - 7/24/1993 Elegies for Angels, Punks and Raging Queens (1993)

6/5/1980 - 6/5/1980 Tomfoolery (1980)

6/5/1975 - 6/5/1975 Oh Coward! (1975)

4/16/1970 - 4/16/1970 Mandrake (1970)

8/18/1960 - 8/18/1960 The Art of Living (1960)

12/31/1907 - 12/31/1907 Miss Hook of Holland (1907)

8/6/1906 - 8/6/1906 The Little Cherub (1906)

8/31/1905 - 8/31/1905 The White Chrysanthemum (1905)

2/16/1903 - 2/16/1903 The Jewel of Asia (1903)

7/23/1891 - 7/23/1891 Miss Decima (1891)

11/28/1874 - 11/28/1874 Les Pres Saint-Gervais (1874)

- I Gotta Shoe (1976)

- Intimacy at 8:30 (1954)

News

Samantha Barks, Cedric Neal, John Owen-Jones, and More Will Lead THEATRE ROYALTY DRUR Photo

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.

Feature: Lots of Talent, Lots of Heart, Gone Too Soon, Remembering James Raitt Photo

Feature: Lots of Talent, Lots of Heart, Gone Too Soon, Remembering James Raitt
by Elliot Lanes - Apr 24, 2026

Tomorrow, April 25th, will mark the 32nd anniversary of the passing of vocal arranger, musical director, pianist, and musical genius James Raitt. He was only 41years old when AIDS took him from us far too soon. While James’ career was cut short, what he left us will always be a reminder of his many talents.

From London to NYC: See These Olivier Award-Winners on Broadway in 2026 Photo

From London to NYC: See These Olivier Award-Winners on Broadway in 2026
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 11, 2026

Beyond already-running hits like Six, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Stranger Things: The First Shadow, and Operation Mincemeat, the 2025/26 Broadway season is already full of Olivier Award-winning (and nominated) productions, including...

Full Cast Set for World Premiere of Mischief's THESPIANS Photo

Full Cast Set for World Premiere of Mischief's THESPIANS
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2026

The full cast has been announced for THESPIANS, Mischief's first musical comedy, written by Jonathan Sayer and Ed Zanders, set in 534 BC Greece. Learn more about how to get tickets here!

Full Cast Set For The Menier Chocolate Factory’s Revival of Peter Shaffer’s EQUUS Photo

Full Cast Set For The Menier Chocolate Factory’s Revival of Peter Shaffer’s EQUUS
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026

The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced full casting for Lindsay Posner's major revival of Peter Shaffer's Equus, in its co-production with Theatre Royal Bath Productions.

Photos: ALL MY SONS And INTO THE WOODS Lead Winners At 2026 Critics’ Circle Theatr Photo

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.

Cast Set For A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at Shakespeare's Globe Photo

Cast Set For A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2026

Shakespeare's Globe will present A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM from April 23 to August 29, 2026, directed by Emily Lim with a diverse cast including Audrey Brisson and Enyi Okoronkwo.

Full Cast Set for THE PSYCHIC World Premiere at York Theatre Royal Photo

Full Cast Set for THE PSYCHIC World Premiere at York Theatre Royal
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2026

York Theatre Royal will present the world premiere of THE PSYCHIC, a new thriller by Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman, starting previews on 29 April 2026 and running until 23 May 2026.

Listen: TWO STRANGERS (CARRY A CAKE ACROSS NEW YORK) Cast Recording Available Now Photo

Listen: TWO STRANGERS (CARRY A CAKE ACROSS NEW YORK) Cast Recording Available Now
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2026

The Broadway cast recording for TWO STRANGERS (CARRY A CAKE ACROSS NEW YORK) is now available for public streaming. Learn more and listen to the album here!

Cast Set for THE WASP Revival at Southwark Playhouse Photo

Cast Set for THE WASP Revival at Southwark Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2026

Olivier Award winner Morgan Lloyd Malcolm's dark thriller The Wasp is returning to London this summer as part of Greenwich Theatre Productions' inaugural season. Learn more here!

Emeka Agada’s THE LAST BLACK MESSIAH Will Transfer To Jack Studio Theatre Photo

Emeka Agada’s THE LAST BLACK MESSIAH Will Transfer To Jack Studio Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2026

Following its world premiere, THE LAST BLACK MESSIAH, written by actor and playwright Emeka Agada, will transfer to the Jack Studio Theatre for a limited run from 28 April -16 May 2026.

Full Cast Announced for STAND & DELIVER at National Theatre of Scotland Photo

Full Cast Announced for STAND & DELIVER at National Theatre of Scotland
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026

45 years on from the legendary occupation of the Lee Jeans Factory in Greenock, Stand and Deliver: The Lee Jeans Sit-In tells a powerful and personal story of political resistance, workers' determination and lifelong female solidarity and friendship.

Disney’s HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL Will Extend at Lowry, Salford Photo

Disney’s HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL Will Extend at Lowry, Salford
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026

Disney's HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL starring Tobias Turley, Leonor Correia, Caitlin Tipping and Luke Bayer as Troy, Gabriella, Sharpay and Ryan respectively, will extend its run at Lowry, Salford.

Photos: First Look at Tom Allen in TITANIQUE at London's Criterion Theatre Photo

Photos: First Look at Tom Allen in TITANIQUE at London's Criterion Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2026

You can now get a first look at Tom Allen in the Olivier Award Winning Titanique. Tom has joined the cast in the role of Ruth. The hit production is currently playing at the Criterion Theatre.

WHATSONSTAGE Awards Winners Announced; Full List of Winners Photo

WHATSONSTAGE Awards Winners Announced; Full List of Winners
by Gillian Blum - Mar 9, 2026

At a ceremony at The London Palladium hosted by Gina and Mazz Murray, the winners of the 26th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards in association with AudienceView were announced.

Full Cast Set For Arthur Miller's THE PRICE at Marylebone Theatre Photo

Full Cast Set For Arthur Miller's THE PRICE at Marylebone Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026

Arthur Miller's searing family drama The Price weill come to the Marylebone Theatre in a powerful new production directed by Olivier Award-nominated Jonathan Munby. Full casting has been announced.

TITANIQUE Extends For Fourth Time in London Photo

TITANIQUE Extends For Fourth Time in London
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026

Olivier Award Winning Titanique has extended booking to Sunday 30 August 2026 at the Criterion Theatre due to phenomenal demand. Learn more about the show here!

TWO STRANGERS (CARRY A CAKE ACROSS NEW YORK) Will Release Cast Recording; Listen to t Photo

TWO STRANGERS (CARRY A CAKE ACROSS NEW YORK) Will Release Cast Recording; Listen to the First Single
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026

The new original Broadway musical comedy Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) will release an original Broadway cast recording. Listen to the first single here and watch a video of the stars in the recording booth!

Aimie Atkinson, Grace Mouat, and Jo Foster Will Lead SMALLTOWN BOY Industry Presentat Photo

Aimie Atkinson, Grace Mouat, and Jo Foster Will Lead SMALLTOWN BOY Industry Presentation In London
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026

A workshop presentation will be held for Smalltown Boy, with a book by Jeffrey Fischer-Smith, and orchestrated and music directed by Mark Crossland. Learn more here!

GOOD GOLLY MISS MOLLY Returns for New Vic Theatre's 40th Anniversary Photo

GOOD GOLLY MISS MOLLY Returns for New Vic Theatre's 40th Anniversary
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026

The pioneering documentary rock musical that helped define the New Vic Theatre's signature actor-musician style will return to the theatre this April after a 33-year hiatus to mark the organisation's 40th anniversary celebrations.

Criterion Theatre Frequently Asked Questions

What show is currently in Criterion Theatre?

Criterion Theatre's current show is Titanique which began performances on 12/9/2024.

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 9/20/2006 to 9/5/2015, The Comedy About a Bank Robbery which ran from 4/21/2016 to 5/3/2020, Unbelievable which ran from 9/19/2023 to 4/7/2024, Miss Hook of Holland which ran from 12/31/1907 to 4/11/1908 and

What show is next for Criterion Theatre?

Criterion Theatre's next show is April Foolery which begins performances on 4/15/2024.

Videos

Shows at the Criterion Theatre
DATES			PRODUCTION
12/9/2024	-	3/2/2025	Titanique (2024) Click Here to Buy Tickets
10/18/2024	-	11/23/2024	Jamie Allan’s Amaze ()
9/11/2024	-	10/12/2024	I Wish You Well ()
7/16/2024	-	8/31/2024	Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) ()
4/15/2024	-	4/15/2024	April Foolery ()
4/4/2024	-	7/14/2024	Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) ()
4/4/2024	-	7/14/2024	Two Strangers (Carry A Cake Across New York) - Criterion (2024)
2/15/2024	-	3/23/2024	The Merchant of Venice 1936 (2024)
9/19/2023	-	4/7/2024	Unbelievable (2023)
8/17/2023	-	9/9/2023	The Way Old Friends Do (2023)
1/14/2023	-	4/16/2023	The Unfriend (2023)
3/3/2022	-	4/24/2022	Death Drop (2021)
10/15/2021	-		*Pride and Prejudice (Sort Of) (2021)**
3/31/2016	-	5/3/2020	The Comedy About a Bank Robbery (2016)
12/6/2012	-	1/6/2013	Peppa Pig's Treasure Hunt (2012)
9/14/2006	-		The 39 Steps (2006)
4/10/2006	-	7/1/2006	Mack & Mabel (2006)
6/28/1993	-	7/24/1993	Elegies for Angels, Punks and Raging Queens (1993)
6/5/1980	-	6/5/1980	Tomfoolery (1980)
6/5/1975	-	6/5/1975	Oh Coward! (1975)
4/16/1970	-	4/16/1970	Mandrake (1970)
8/18/1960	-	8/18/1960	The Art of Living (1960)
12/31/1907	-	12/31/1907	Miss Hook of Holland (1907)
8/6/1906	-	8/6/1906	The Little Cherub (1906)
8/31/1905	-	8/31/1905	The White Chrysanthemum (1905)
2/16/1903	-	2/16/1903	The Jewel of Asia (1903)
7/23/1891	-	7/23/1891	Miss Decima (1891)
11/28/1874	-	11/28/1874	Les Pres Saint-Gervais (1874)
	-		I Gotta Shoe (1976)
	-		Intimacy at 8:30 (1954)