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Gaiety Theatre

Address:
East end of Strand

London,

BUILT: 1903

DEMOLISHED: 1957

SEATING CAPACITY: 1267
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Shows at the Gaiety Theatre

DATES PRODUCTION
8/31/1938 - 8/31/1938 Running Riot (1938)
9/16/1937 - 9/16/1937 Going Greek (1937)
4/29/1937 - 4/29/1937 The Grand Duchess (1937)
9/2/1936 - 9/2/1936 Swing Along (1936)
7/9/1936 - 7/9/1936 Blackbirds of 1936 (1936)
10/31/1935 - 10/31/1935 Seeing Stars (1935)
5/23/1935 - 7/14/1935 The Gay Deceivers (1935)
3/31/1934 - 3/31/1934 Sporting Love (1934)
1/27/1933 - 1/27/1933 Mother of Pearl (1933)
10/21/1932 - 10/21/1932 After Dinner (1932)
12/23/1931 - 12/23/1931 Hold My Hand (1931)
5/20/1931 - 5/20/1931 The Millionaire Kid (1931)
1/20/1931 - 1/20/1931 Blue Roses (1931)
6/25/1930 - 6/25/1930 The Love Race (1930)
1/22/1930 - 1/22/1930 Darling, I Love You (1930)
3/20/1929 - 3/20/1929 Love Lies (1929)
11/1/1927 - 11/1/1927 The Girl from Cook's (1927)
12/1/1926 - 12/1/1926 Lido Lady (1926)
6/21/1926 - 6/21/1926 Mozart (1926)
4/16/1926 - 4/16/1926 Riki Tiki (1926)
12/23/1925 - 12/23/1925 The Blue Kitten (1925)
10/27/1925 - 10/27/1925 The Good Old Days (1925)
4/13/1925 - 4/13/1925 Tell Me More! (1925)
9/4/1924 - 9/4/1924 Poppy (1924)
9/1/1924 - 9/1/1924 Rain (1922)
4/16/1924 - 4/16/1924 Our Nell (1924)
9/22/1923 - 9/22/1923 Catherine (1923)
12/7/1922 - 12/7/1922 The Last Waltz (1922)
4/1/1922 - 4/1/1922 His Girl (1922)
12/10/1921 - 12/10/1921 The Little Girl in Red (1921)
4/19/1921 - 4/19/1921 Faust on Toast (1921)
3/25/1920 - 3/25/1920 The Shop Girl (1920)
5/22/1918 - 5/22/1918 Going Up (1918)
12/22/1917 - 12/22/1917 The Beauty Spot (1917)
9/19/1916 - 9/19/1916 Theodore and Co (1916)
4/18/1915 - 4/18/1915 Tonight's the Night (1915)
5/30/1914 - 5/30/1914 Adele (1914)
2/7/1914 - 2/7/1914 After the Girl (1914)
4/5/1913 - 4/5/1913 The Girl on the Film (1913)
2/24/1912 - 2/24/1912 The Sunshine Girl (1912)
3/4/1911 - 3/4/1911 Peggy (1911)
1/23/1909 - 1/23/1909 Our Miss Gibbs (1909)
4/25/1908 - 4/25/1908 Havana (1908)
5/15/1907 - 5/15/1907 The Girls of Gottenberg (1907)
9/29/1906 - 9/29/1906 The New Aladdin (1906)
1/8/1906 - 1/8/1906 Two Naughty Boys (1906)
5/30/1905 - 5/30/1905 The Spring Chicken (1905)
10/26/1903 - 10/26/1903 The Orchid (1903)
6/17/1901 - 6/17/1901 The Toreador (1901)
2/3/1900 - 2/3/1900 The Messenger Boy (1900)
5/21/1898 - 5/21/1898 A Runaway Girl (1898)
12/5/1896 - 12/5/1896 The Circus Girl (1896)
7/13/1896 - 7/13/1896 My Girl (1896)
11/24/1894 - 11/24/1894 The Shop Girl (1894)
12/24/1891 - 7/9/1892 Cinder-Ellen, Up Too Late (1891)
10/4/1890 - 10/4/1890 Carmen Up-to-Date (1890)
10/13/1888 - 10/13/1888 Faust Up-to-Date (1888)
12/23/1886 - 12/23/1886 Monte Cristo, Jr. (1886)
9/25/1886 - 9/25/1886 Dorothy (1886)
5/31/1886 - 5/31/1886 Adonis (1886)
12/26/1885 - 12/26/1885 Little Jack Sheppard (1885)
12/26/1871 - 12/26/1871 Thespis (1871)
- Love Adrift (1926)
- Topsy and Eva (1928)
- The Looking Glass (1924)
- The Odd Spot (1924)
- Katja the Dancer (1925)

News


Lisa Faulkner Will Lead UK Tour of SINGLE WHITE FEMALE
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2025

Actor, TV presenter and chef Lisa Faulkner is to star in the world premiere stage production of Single White Female – based on the iconic 90s psychological thriller – set to embark on a major UK and Ireland theatre tour from January 2026.
Ayr Gaiety Will Perform 2025 Pantomime ALADDIE
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2025

Ayr Gaiety Theatre's 2025 pantomime, Aladdie - a Scottish spin on the traditional Aladdin story, rooted very much in Ayrshire - will feature a host of both new talent and returning favourites.
FASCINATING AIDA 40th Anniversary Show to Tour UK and Ireland
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2025

Due to popular demand, the Fascinating Aida 40th Anniversary Show is being trotted out once again for a very limited tour of the UK and Ireland, even though Fascinating Aïda is actually over 42 years old. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Glynis Barber & Bob Barrett Join DEATH ON THE NILE European Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2025

Additional cast members have been revealed for the UK & Ireland Tour of DEATH ON THE NILE. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets to the tour here!
THE SECRETS OF PRIMROSE SQUARE Comes to the Everyman in September
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2025

Pat Moylan has announced the cast for the upcoming production of best-selling author Claudia Carroll’s novel The Secrets of Primrose Square. Learn more here!
COMMON TONGUE Returns to Scottish Stages With Autumn Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 18, 2025

Common Tongue by Fraser Scott will tour Scotland this autumn with a fourteen date tour in September and October. Presented by JGProducing in association with Ayr Gaiety, the play aboot imperfect Scots will open at Ayr Gaiety.
Mark Hadfield Joins UK and Ireland Tour of DEATH ON THE NILE
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2025

Mark Hadfield will star as Agatha Christie’s famous Belgian detective, Hercule Poirot, in Lucy Bailey’s new production of the UK & Ireland Tour of DEATH ON THE NILE.
2025 Critics' Awards for Theatre in Scotland Announced
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jun 8, 2025

Confessions of a Shinagawa Monkey, an international collaboration between Glasgow-based Vanishing Point and Kanagawa Arts Theatre of Yokohama, Japan (in association with Tramway) picked up four awards at the 2025 CATS, which were presented at Edinburgh’s Traverse Theatre today, Sunday June 8, 2025. The special guest presenter was leading writer, director and panto dame extraordinaire Johnny McKnight.
Critics Award for Theatre in Scotland Announce 2025 Shortlists
by - May 14, 2025

The 2025 Critics’ Awards for Theatre in Scotland will be presented on the afternoon of Sunday June 8 at the Traverse Theatre in Edinburgh.
REUNION Will Make Its London Premiere At The Kiln Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2025

Kiln Theatre has announced the London premiere of Landmark Productions and Galway International Arts Festival's hit production of Mark O'Rowe's Reunion.
IRISH ANNIE Nationwide Tour Opens In Liverpool Next Week
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2025

TV legend Ricky Tomlinson heads a talented cast of performers in the smash-hit production which is due to travel across England, Scotland and Wales, playing at 30 venues over two months.
Photos: THEATRE PEOPLE At Westport Country Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2025

Westport Country Playhouse is staging the romantic comedy, “Theatre People,” from March 25 through April 12. Check out brand-new photos from the production!
Jodie Comer Will Return to PRIMA FACIE on UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2025

Jodie Comer will return to her Olivier and Tony Award winning performance in Suzie Miller's multi award winning play, Prima Facie, which is set to tour the UK & Ireland from January 2026.
Rylan, Owain Wyn Evans, Maisie Smith, and More Nominated For Pantomime Awards 2025; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2025

The UK Pantomime Association has announced the nominees for The Pantomime Awards 2025, which will take place next month at the New Victoria Theatre, Woking. Check out the full list here!
Westport Country Playhouse Stages Romantic Comedy THEATRE PEOPLE
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2025

Westport Country Playhouse will stage the romantic comedy, “Theatre People,” from March 25 through April 12. Filled with romance, misunderstandings, and surprises, the plot focuses on a married playwright couple who are trying to concoct a surefire Broadway hit but create as much drama among themselves as on paper.
Malaprop Theatre to Present Irish Tour of HOTHOUSE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 25, 2025

Malaprop Theatre will present an Irish Tour of their award-winning production, HOTHOUSE. This is a fast-paced, poignant story of love, loss, and legacy. Learn more!
Short Attention Span Theatre Will Return to The Gaiety in Ayr
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2025

Short Attention Span Theatre (SAST) is once again returning to The Gaiety in Ayr - presenting five new plays in February. Learn more about the lineup here!
IRISH ANNIE'S Will Embark on UK Tour Starring Ricky Tomlinson
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2025

Actor and comedian Ricky Tomlinson will return to head a talented cast of performers in the musical production which will play 30 venues across England, Scotland and Wales.
Arthur Miller's DEATH OF A SALESMAN UK Tour Cast and Creatives Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 30, 2025

Trafalgar Theatre Productions and Raw Material - producers of a new UK Tour of one of the greatest plays of the twentieth century, Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman – have announced the full cast and creative team for the production.
VERA&SON by Patrick Talbot to be Presented at Cork Arts Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2025

Inspired by Patrick Talbot's own mother, VERA&SON is a funny and poignant portrait of a mother and a son, and tells a story many will identify with. The production will play at Cork Theatre. Learn more.

Gaiety Theatre Frequently Asked Questions

What show is currently in Gaiety Theatre?
Gaiety Theatre's current show is Running Riot which began performances on 8/31/1938.

What when was Gaiety Theatre built?
Gaiety Theatre was built in 1903.

How many seats does Gaiety Theatre have?
Gaiety Theatre has 1267 seats.

What were the longest running shows at Gaiety Theatre?
Cinder-Ellen, Up Too Late which ran from 12/24/1891 to 7/9/1892, The Gay Deceivers which ran from 5/23/1935 to 9/7/1935, Tell Me More! which ran from 4/13/1925 to 7/11/1925,


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