218-223 Piccadilly, St. James's, London W1V 9LB, United Kingdom
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BUILT: 1873
SEATING CAPACITY: 590
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A 590 seat auditorium with two bars: a unique venue for corporate, creative and community events in the heart of London’s West End.News
Ramin Karimloo, Diego Andrés Rodriguez, & More Join LOVE LIFE Benefit Concert
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 2, 2025
This February, the West End theatre community will come together for Love Life: West End Unites Against Cancer, a one-night-only concert at Theatre Royal Drury Lane in support of One For The Boys, the men’s health charity working to break the silence around male cancer. Ramin Karimloo, Tom Francis, Diego Andrés Rodríguez, and more will be in attendance.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 2, 2025
This February, the West End theatre community will come together for Love Life: West End Unites Against Cancer, a one-night-only concert at Theatre Royal Drury Lane in support of One For The Boys, the men’s health charity working to break the silence around male cancer. Ramin Karimloo, Tom Francis, Diego Andrés Rodríguez, and more will be in attendance.
Photos: JACK AND THE BEANSTALK Panto At King’s Head Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2025
King’s Head Theatre & James Quaife Productions have released photos of their pantomime production of Jack and the Beanstalk, co-produced by both companies.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2025
King’s Head Theatre & James Quaife Productions have released photos of their pantomime production of Jack and the Beanstalk, co-produced by both companies.
Full Casting Set For THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) UK Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2025
The Reduced Shakespeare Company will launch a newly reimagined 2026 version of THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) on a major UK tour beginning February 18.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2025
The Reduced Shakespeare Company will launch a newly reimagined 2026 version of THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) on a major UK tour beginning February 18.
Executive Artistic Director Courtney Sale to Depart The Merrimack Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2025
Board of Trustees announced today that Courtney Sale, Nancy L. Donahue Executive Artistic Director, will step down from her role in January 2026. Courtney accomplished significant projects in her nearly six years with the company.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2025
Board of Trustees announced today that Courtney Sale, Nancy L. Donahue Executive Artistic Director, will step down from her role in January 2026. Courtney accomplished significant projects in her nearly six years with the company.
Cast Set For New Adaptation of Dylan Thomas' A CHILD’S CHRISTMAS IN WALES
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
The Emma Rice Company has announced the full cast for the world premiere Dylan Thomas’ A Child’s Christmas in Wales, adapted and directed by Emma Rice.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
The Emma Rice Company has announced the full cast for the world premiere Dylan Thomas’ A Child’s Christmas in Wales, adapted and directed by Emma Rice.
Meet the Cast of TWO STRANGERS (CARRY A CAKE ACROSS NEW YORK), Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2025
Performances begin November 1, for the Broadway production of Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York). The production will officially open on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at the Longacre Theatre. Meet the cast of Two Strangers here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2025
Performances begin November 1, for the Broadway production of Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York). The production will officially open on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at the Longacre Theatre. Meet the cast of Two Strangers here!
Full Cast Set For WHEN WE ARE MARRIED At Donmar Warehouse
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2025
Artistic Director Tim Sheader and Executive Director Henny Finch has announced the full cast for Sheader’s revival of When We Are Married by J.B. Priestley, which will open at the Donmar Warehouse,
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2025
Artistic Director Tim Sheader and Executive Director Henny Finch has announced the full cast for Sheader’s revival of When We Are Married by J.B. Priestley, which will open at the Donmar Warehouse,
THE FORSYTE SAGA PARTS I AND 2 Comes to Stratford-Upon-Avon
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2025
The Park Theatre's two-part production of The Forsyte Saga - based on John Galsworthy's Nobel-winning epic novels of love, ownership and the end of Empire - plays the Swan Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2025
The Park Theatre's two-part production of The Forsyte Saga - based on John Galsworthy's Nobel-winning epic novels of love, ownership and the end of Empire - plays the Swan Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon.
Video: TITANIQUE West End Production Releases New Trailer
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2025
An all new trailer has been released for the Olivier Award Winning West End musical Titanique. The production is currently playing at the Criterion Theatre. Watch the video ehre!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2025
An all new trailer has been released for the Olivier Award Winning West End musical Titanique. The production is currently playing at the Criterion Theatre. Watch the video ehre!
Emma Zadow's SWANS ARE ARSEHOLES is Coming to Criterion Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2025
Acclaimed BBC NC writer and performer Emma Zadow will make her West End debut with a new dark comedy Swans Are Arseholes, staged at the historic Criterion Theatre, Piccadilly Circus.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2025
Acclaimed BBC NC writer and performer Emma Zadow will make her West End debut with a new dark comedy Swans Are Arseholes, staged at the historic Criterion Theatre, Piccadilly Circus.
Playwright Nathaniel Brimmer-Beller Makes West End Debut With PRETTY ROUGH TERRAIN Reading
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2025
Playwright, actor, and director Nathaniel Brimmer-Beller will make his West End debut as a playwright with this special presentation reading of his latest play Pretty Rough Terrain.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2025
Playwright, actor, and director Nathaniel Brimmer-Beller will make his West End debut as a playwright with this special presentation reading of his latest play Pretty Rough Terrain.
LITTLE WOMEN Comes To Storyhouse This Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2025
One of the best-loved novels of all time is coming to the Storyhouse stage this month in a masterful new adaptation that breathes new life into the story. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2025
One of the best-loved novels of all time is coming to the Storyhouse stage this month in a masterful new adaptation that breathes new life into the story. Learn more here!
Reduced Shakespeare Company Returns For Tour in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2025
The Theatre Chipping Norton and Selladoor Worldwide will present a new version of the West End classic, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) – rebooted and reimagined for 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2025
The Theatre Chipping Norton and Selladoor Worldwide will present a new version of the West End classic, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) – rebooted and reimagined for 2026.
Full Cast Set For Noël Coward's FALLEN ANGELS at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2025
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced full casting for its forthcoming production of Noël Coward's Fallen Angels which opens its new season at its home base in London Bridge.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2025
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced full casting for its forthcoming production of Noël Coward's Fallen Angels which opens its new season at its home base in London Bridge.
TITANIQUE Extends Run at Criterion Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2025
Producers Eva Price and Michael Harrison have announced their must-see Olivier Award Winning West End musical Titanique will extend booking at the Criterion Theatre through to Sunday 7 June 2026 due to demand.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2025
Producers Eva Price and Michael Harrison have announced their must-see Olivier Award Winning West End musical Titanique will extend booking at the Criterion Theatre through to Sunday 7 June 2026 due to demand.
CABLE STREET Returns to London at the Marylebone Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2025
Sell-out sensation Cable Street will return by popular demand to London, opening at Marylebone Theatre this winter. This powerful new iteration brings to life an electrifying reimagining of one of London’s most significant days.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2025
Sell-out sensation Cable Street will return by popular demand to London, opening at Marylebone Theatre this winter. This powerful new iteration brings to life an electrifying reimagining of one of London’s most significant days.
Where the Broadway Shows of Fall 2025 Got Their Start
by Sidney Paterra - Sep 13, 2025
The fall 2025 Broadway season has officially begun, with many new productions set to arrive before the end of the year. For nine of those shows (Art, Waiting for Godot, Punch, Rob Lake Magic, Chess, and Marjorie Prime), Broadway is the first stop, but the other eight have have already enjoyed runs all over the world.
by Sidney Paterra - Sep 13, 2025
The fall 2025 Broadway season has officially begun, with many new productions set to arrive before the end of the year. For nine of those shows (Art, Waiting for Godot, Punch, Rob Lake Magic, Chess, and Marjorie Prime), Broadway is the first stop, but the other eight have have already enjoyed runs all over the world.
Video: Sam Tutty and Christiani Pitts Perform 'New York' From TWO STRANGERS (CARRY A CAKE ACROSS NEW YORK)
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2025
An all new video has been released featuring stars Sam Tutty and Christiani Pitts performing the song 'New York' from the new Broadway musical Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York). Watch the video here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2025
An all new video has been released featuring stars Sam Tutty and Christiani Pitts performing the song 'New York' from the new Broadway musical Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York). Watch the video here!
Full Cast Set For TREASURE ISLAND Musical at Bristol Old Vic
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2025
Bristol Old Vic has announced the full cast for its swashbuckling Christmas production Treasure Island: A New Musical Adventure, a new adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic Bristol-inspired tale of hidden treasure and daring deeds.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2025
Bristol Old Vic has announced the full cast for its swashbuckling Christmas production Treasure Island: A New Musical Adventure, a new adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic Bristol-inspired tale of hidden treasure and daring deeds.
Cast and Creatives Set For New Stage Production of Stiles and Drewe's THE THREE LITTLE PIGS
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2025
Full of catchy songs, humour and fun, this exciting new co-production with Chichester Festival Theatre will leave audiences squealing with glee, as superstar piglets Bar, Bee and Q set off into the big wide world, against the big bad wolf.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2025
Full of catchy songs, humour and fun, this exciting new co-production with Chichester Festival Theatre will leave audiences squealing with glee, as superstar piglets Bar, Bee and Q set off into the big wide world, against the big bad wolf.
Criterion Theatre Frequently Asked Questions
What show is currently in Criterion Theatre?
Criterion Theatre's current show is April Foolery which began performances on 4/15/2024.
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.
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