London Coliseum

Address:
St. Martin's Lane WC2N 4ES
London,

BUILT: 1904

SEATING CAPACITY: 2358
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London Coliseum History

The London Coliseum is a theatre in St Martin's Lane, Westminster, built as one of London's largest and most luxurious "family" variety theatres. The London Coliseum opened on 24 December 1904, designed by the theatrical architect Frank Matcham for the impresario Oswald Stoll.

Shows at the London Coliseum

DATES PRODUCTION

7/31/2026 - 9/6/2026 Now You See Me Live (2026)
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3/17/2026 - 7/11/2026 Kinky Boots (2026)
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4/11/2025 - 9/7/2025 The Great Gatsby (2025)

3/12/2025 - 3/16/2025 The Little Prince (2025)

2/15/2025 - 2/18/2025 Mary, Queen of Scots (2025)

2/5/2025 - 2/22/2025 The Marriage of Figaro (2025)

1/15/2025 - 1/18/2025 Mary Skeaping's Giselle (2025)

12/2/2024 - 2/21/2025 The Pirates of Penzance (2024)

12/2/2024 - 2/21/2025 The Pirates of Penzance (2024)

11/15/2024 - 12/5/2024 The Elixir of Love ()

10/11/2024 - 10/31/2024 The Turn of the Screw ()

9/27/2024 - 9/27/2024 Suor Angelica ()

9/26/2024 - 10/19/2024 La bohème ()

9/26/2024 - 10/19/2024 La bohème - London Coliseum ()

9/14/2024 - 9/14/2024 Lazgi - Dance of Soul and Love ()

9/11/2024 - 9/11/2024 Kirill Richter & Richter Trio: Sands of Time ()

6/24/2023 - 8/27/2023 We Will Rock You (2023)

4/27/2023 - 5/6/2023 Symphony Of Sorrowful Songs - English National Opera (2023)

4/20/2023 - 4/4/2023 Blue - English National Opera (2023)

3/11/2023 - 4/5/2023 Akhnaten - English National Opera (2023)

2/19/2023 - 2/19/2023 Ballet Icons Gala 2023 (2023)

2/18/2023 - 3/10/2023 The Rhinegold - English National Opera (2023)

2/1/2023 - 2/24/2023 Carmen - English National Opera (2023)

1/12/2023 - 1/22/2023 Swan Lake - English National Ballet (2023)

12/15/2022 - 1/12/2023 Nutcracker - English National Ballet (2022)

11/25/2022 - 12/10/2022 It's a Wonderful Life - English National Opera (2022)

11/8/2022 - 11/8/2022 Gloriana - English National Opera (2022)

11/3/2022 - 12/2/2022 The Yeomen Of The Guard - English National Opera (2022)

9/30/2022 - 11/4/2022 Tosca - English National Opera (2022)

7/31/2022 - 7/31/2022 Peppa Pig: My First Concert (2022)

5/7/2022 - 8/27/2022 My Fair Lady (2022)

4/8/2022 - 4/14/2022 The Handmaid's Tale (2022)

3/14/2022 - 3/22/2022 Cosi fan tutte (2022)

4/23/2020 - 7/19/2020 Hairspray (2021)

6/14/2019 - 8/31/2019 On Your Feet (2019)

4/26/2019 - 6/8/2018 Man of La Mancha (2019)

6/20/2018 - 6/30/2018 Kiss Me, Kate (2018)

4/26/2018 - 6/2/2018 Chess (2018)

6/22/2017 - 8/22/2017 Bat Out of Hell (2017)

4/7/2017 - 5/13/2017 Carousel (2017)

3/15/2017 - 3/24/2017 Partenope (2017)

2/27/2017 - 3/14/2017 The Winter's Tale (2017)

2/9/2017 - 3/25/2017 The Pirates of Penzance (2017)

2/4/2017 - 2/28/2017 Rigoletto (2017)

4/1/2016 - 5/7/2016 Sunset Boulevard (2016)

12/1/2012 - 1/31/2013 The Mikado (2012)

6/27/2007 - 7/14/2007 Kismet (2007)

4/20/2007 - 5/25/2007 On the Town (2007)

3/10/2005 - 5/24/2005 On the Town (2005)

10/12/1989 - 10/12/1989 Street Scene (1989)

9/10/1987 - 11/26/1987 Pacific Overtures (1987)

8/22/1978 - 8/22/1978 The Seven Deadly Sins (1978)

4/21/1960 - 4/21/1960 The Most Happy Fella (1960)

12/17/1959 - 12/17/1959 Aladdin (1959)

4/16/1959 - 4/16/1959 Die Fledermaus (1959)

12/18/1958 - 12/18/1958 Cinderella (1958)

7/31/1958 - 7/31/1958 The Merry Widow (1958)

11/14/1957 - 11/14/1957 Bells Are Ringing (1957)

3/28/1957 - 3/28/1957 Damn Yankees (1957)

12/24/1956 - 12/24/1956 Where the Rainbow Ends (1956)

10/13/1955 - 10/13/1955 The Pajama Game (1955)

10/14/1954 - 10/14/1954 Can-Can (1954)

5/28/1953 - 5/28/1953 Guys and Dolls (1953)

3/15/1952 - 3/15/1952 Call Me Madam (1952)

3/8/1951 - 3/8/1951 Kiss Me, Kate (1951)

6/7/1947 - 6/7/1947 Annie Get Your Gun (1947)

10/17/1946 - 10/17/1946 The Night and the Laughter (1946)

3/30/1944 - 3/30/1944 Something for the Boys (1944)

2/25/1944 - 2/25/1944 The Quaker Girl (1944)

1/25/1944 - 1/25/1944 Skirts (1944)

5/28/1936 - 5/28/1936 Glamorous Night (1936)

11/12/1935 - 11/12/1935 20 to 1 (1935)

7/15/1935 - 9/7/1935 The Gay Deceivers (1935)

12/20/1934 - 12/20/1934 Blackbirds of 1935 (1934)

8/25/1934 - 8/25/1934 Blackbirds of 1934 (1934)

2/28/1934 - 2/28/1934 The Golden Toy (1934)

5/24/1932 - 5/24/1932 Casanova (1932)

4/8/1931 - 4/8/1931 White Horse Inn (1931)

3/17/1924 - 3/17/1924 Polynesia (1924)

3/23/1914 - 3/23/1914 Happy Days (1914)

12/15/1913 - 12/15/1913 And Very Nice Too (1913)

12/16/1912 - 12/16/1912 Pebbles on the Beach (1912)

7/1/1912 - 7/1/1912 The Dancing Viennese (1912)

- Sweeney Todd (2015)

News

TOSCA, THE ZOO, LA TRAVIATA, and More Set For English National Opera's 2026/27 Season Photo

TOSCA, THE ZOO, LA TRAVIATA, and More Set For English National Opera's 2026/27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2026

English National Opera has announced its 2026/27 Season across London and Greater Manchester, featuring nine operas, with six new productions, four operas by contemporary female composers and opportunities for the next generation of opera makers.

Photos: English National Opera’s ANGEL’S BONE In Rehearsal Photo

Photos: English National Opera’s ANGEL’S BONE In Rehearsal
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 25, 2026

English National Opera will present Du Yun’s Pulitzer Prize-winning opera Angel’s Bone in a new production directed by Kip Williams, with performances scheduled at Aviva Studios in Manchester. See photos from inside rehearsal.

Photos: Inside Rehearsals for English National Opera's ANGEL’S BONE Photo

Photos: Inside Rehearsals for English National Opera's ANGEL’S BONE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2026

English National Opera (ENO) will present Du Yun’s Pulitzer Prize-winning opera Angel’s Bone at the London Coliseum in October, following its UK premiere in Greater Manchester in May. See rehearsal photos here!

Helen Shute Appointed CEO of English National Opera and London Coliseum Photo

Helen Shute Appointed CEO of English National Opera and London Coliseum
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2026

English National Opera announced Helen Shute, current CEO of Rambert, as its new Chief Executive Officer. She will also lead London Coliseum Limited, succeeding Jenny Mollica, who steps down after six years.

Maureen Beattie Will Lead LEAR at Pitlochry Festival Theatre Photo

Maureen Beattie Will Lead LEAR at Pitlochry Festival Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026

Pitlochry Festival Theatre will stage LEAR, Finn den Hertog's adaptation of Shakespeare's tragedy, with Maureen Beattie in the title role and Forbes Masson as Gloucester.

Review: MIDGITTE BARDOT: SHOOTING FROM BELOW, Southbank Centre Photo

Review: MIDGITTE BARDOT: SHOOTING FROM BELOW, Southbank Centre
by Franco Milazzo - Apr 13, 2026

As the name suggests, Midgitte Bardot is physically short albeit not short on ideas, impact, or charisma. And not just short but, at just 129cm, the shortest drag performer in the world according to the Guinness Book of Records.

Olivier Awards 2026- Complete List of Winners Photo

Olivier Awards 2026- Complete List of Winners
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 12, 2026

London theatre's biggest night returned for its 2026 ceremony at the Royal Albert Hall, where Nick Mohammed hosted the Olivier Awards. Check out a full list of winners here.

Jamie Muscato and Joy Woods Will Lead CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB in London Photo

Jamie Muscato and Joy Woods Will Lead CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB in London
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2026

New casting has been announced for the West End production of CABARET at the KIT KAT CLUB. West End star and Olivier Award nominee Jamie Muscato will play Emcee and Tony and Grammy Award nominated Broadway star Joy Woods will play Sally Bowles.

Guest Blog: 'Two Lolas Are So Much Better Than One': Actor Tosh Wanogho-Maud on Alt Photo

Guest Blog: 'Two Lolas Are So Much Better Than One': Actor Tosh Wanogho-Maud on Alternating An Iconic Role in KINKY BOOTS
by Guest Author - Apr 10, 2026

Firstly, I guess I should start off by introducing myself. My name is Tosh Wanogho-Maud, and I’m playing Lola on a Monday and perhaps a few other times that circumstances might allow in the brand-new production of the Olivier, Tony and Grammy Award-winning Kinky BootsThe Musical.

PADDINGTON, EVITA, INTO THE WOODS, and More Will Perform at the Olivier Awards 2026 Photo

PADDINGTON, EVITA, INTO THE WOODS, and More Will Perform at the Olivier Awards 2026
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2026

Final details of the ceremony - including presenters and performances - have been announced ahead of the Olivier Awards 2026 with Cunard, taking place this Sunday 12 April.

THE GREAT GATSBY Musical Will Come to Madison This Summer Photo

THE GREAT GATSBY Musical Will Come to Madison This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Apr 6, 2026

Overture Center for the Arts will present the North American tour of THE GREAT GATSBY in Madison's Overture Hall July 28–Aug. 2, with tickets going on sale April 10. The Tony Award-winning production features a jazz and pop-infused score.

Musical Adaptation of THE DANISH GIRL is in Development Photo

Musical Adaptation of THE DANISH GIRL is in Development
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2026

A new musical based on the New York Times “Notable Book” and best-selling novel by David Ebershoff, The Danish Girl, is in development. Learn more here!

MTI Acquires Licensing Rights for THE GREAT GATSBY Photo

MTI Acquires Licensing Rights for THE GREAT GATSBY
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 2, 2026

Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International announced the acquisition of the dazzling Broadway musical The Great Gatsby, based on the best-selling 1925 novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald.

Christina Bianco, Tyce Green, and More Join TOTAL ECLIPSE at the London Coliseum Photo

Christina Bianco, Tyce Green, and More Join TOTAL ECLIPSE at the London Coliseum
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2026

Further vocalists have been announced for TOTAL ECLIPSE – a one-night gala event celebrating the work of Jim Steinman at the London Coliseum on Sunday 3 May 2026.

Review Roundup: KINKY BOOTS Struts Back Into The West End Photo

Review Roundup: KINKY BOOTS Struts Back Into The West End
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Apr 1, 2026

Inspired by a true story and based on the Miramax motion picture written by Geoff Deane and Tim Firth, Kinky Boots features a warm and witty book by four-time Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein and a richly diverse musical score from Grammy Award-winning rock icon Cyndi Lauper, in her stunning theatrical debut. The production is directed and choreographed by Tony Award-winner Jerry Mitchell , with music supervision, arrangements and orchestrations by Stephen Oremus. Starring Strictly Come Dancing's Johannes Radebe as Lola and X-Factor star Matt Cardle as Charlie, this revival is directed by Leicester Curve's artistic director Nicolai Foster, What did the critics think?

Review: KINKY BOOTS, Starring Johannes Radebe & Matt Cardle Photo

Review: KINKY BOOTS, Starring Johannes Radebe & Matt Cardle
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Apr 1, 2026

Last seen in the West End in 2019, Cyndi Lauper and Matt Fierstein's uplifting musical Kinky Boots finally struts its way back to London after a national tour. Originating at the Curve Leicester and directed by its artistic director Nikolai Foster, it brings starry sparkle to the stage with the casting of Strictly's Johannes Radebe, but fails to capture the energy and vigour of its previous iteration.

Photos: Johannes Radebe, Matt Cardle, and More in KINKY BOOTS Photo

Photos: Johannes Radebe, Matt Cardle, and More in KINKY BOOTS
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026

All new photos have been released of Johannes Radebe, Matt Cardle, and the cast in the brand-new production of KINKY BOOTS The Musical. Check out the photos here!

NOW YOU SEE ME LIVE Finds its Magicians, The Horsemen Photo

NOW YOU SEE ME LIVE Finds its Magicians, The Horsemen
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026

The world-class cast of magicians have been announced to lead the stage spectacular NOW YOU SEE ME LIVE at the London Coliseum for 5 weeks only from Friday 31 July to Sunday 6 September 2026.

Glenn Adamson and Lauren Jones Will Lead The World Premiere of DARK OF THE MOON at Ch Photo

Glenn Adamson and Lauren Jones Will Lead The World Premiere of DARK OF THE MOON at Charing Cross Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026

Witzend Productions and Charing Cross Theatre will present the world premiere of DARK OF THE MOON, featuring GLENN ADAMSON and LAUREN JONES, with performances scheduled from May to August 2026.

Photos: KINKY BOOTS The Musical Gala Night at the London Coliseum Photo

Photos: KINKY BOOTS The Musical Gala Night at the London Coliseum
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2026

A brand-new production of the Olivier, Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical Kinky Boots opened at the London Coliseum. Check out photos from gala night performance!

London Coliseum Frequently Asked Questions

What show is currently in London Coliseum?

London Coliseum's current show is Kinky Boots which began performances on 3/17/2026.

What when was London Coliseum built?

London Coliseum was built in 1904.

How many seats does London Coliseum have?

London Coliseum has 2358 seats.

What were the longest running shows at London Coliseum?

Bat Out of Hell which ran from 3/22/2017 to 8/22/2017, The Great Gatsby which ran from 4/11/2025 to 9/7/2025, Kinky Boots which ran from 3/17/2026 to 7/11/2026, The Gay Deceivers which ran from 5/23/1935 to 9/7/1935 and

What show is next for London Coliseum?

London Coliseum's next show is Now You See Me Live which begins performances on 7/31/2026.

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Shows at the London Coliseum
DATES			PRODUCTION
7/31/2026	-	9/6/2026	Now You See Me Live (2026) Click Here to Buy Tickets
3/17/2026	-	7/11/2026	Kinky Boots (2026) Click Here to Buy Tickets
4/11/2025	-	9/7/2025	The Great Gatsby (2025)
3/12/2025	-	3/16/2025	The Little Prince (2025)
2/15/2025	-	2/18/2025	Mary, Queen of Scots (2025)
2/5/2025	-	2/22/2025	The Marriage of Figaro (2025)
1/15/2025	-	1/18/2025	Mary Skeaping's Giselle (2025)
12/2/2024	-	2/21/2025	The Pirates of Penzance (2024)
12/2/2024	-	2/21/2025	The Pirates of Penzance (2024)
11/15/2024	-	12/5/2024	The Elixir of Love ()
10/11/2024	-	10/31/2024	The Turn of the Screw ()
9/27/2024	-	9/27/2024	Suor Angelica ()
9/26/2024	-	10/19/2024	La bohème ()
9/26/2024	-	10/19/2024	La bohème - London Coliseum ()
9/14/2024	-	9/14/2024	Lazgi - Dance of Soul and Love ()
9/11/2024	-	9/11/2024	Kirill Richter & Richter Trio: Sands of Time ()
6/24/2023	-	8/27/2023	We Will Rock You (2023)
4/27/2023	-	5/6/2023	Symphony Of Sorrowful Songs - English National Opera (2023)
4/20/2023	-	4/4/2023	Blue - English National Opera (2023)
3/11/2023	-	4/5/2023	Akhnaten - English National Opera (2023)
2/19/2023	-	2/19/2023	Ballet Icons Gala 2023 (2023)
2/18/2023	-	3/10/2023	The Rhinegold - English National Opera (2023)
2/1/2023	-	2/24/2023	Carmen - English National Opera (2023)
1/12/2023	-	1/22/2023	Swan Lake - English National Ballet (2023)
12/15/2022	-	1/12/2023	Nutcracker - English National Ballet (2022)
11/25/2022	-	12/10/2022	It's a Wonderful Life - English National Opera (2022)
11/8/2022	-	11/8/2022	Gloriana - English National Opera (2022)
11/3/2022	-	12/2/2022	The Yeomen Of The Guard - English National Opera (2022)
9/30/2022	-	11/4/2022	Tosca - English National Opera (2022)
7/31/2022	-	7/31/2022	Peppa Pig: My First Concert (2022)
5/7/2022	-	8/27/2022	My Fair Lady (2022)
4/8/2022	-	4/14/2022	The Handmaid's Tale (2022)
3/14/2022	-	3/22/2022	Cosi fan tutte (2022)
4/23/2020	-	7/19/2020	Hairspray (2021)
6/14/2019	-	8/31/2019	On Your Feet (2019)
4/26/2019	-	6/8/2018	Man of La Mancha (2019)
6/20/2018	-	6/30/2018	Kiss Me, Kate (2018)
4/26/2018	-	6/2/2018	Chess (2018)
6/22/2017	-	8/22/2017	Bat Out of Hell (2017)
4/7/2017	-	5/13/2017	Carousel (2017)
3/15/2017	-	3/24/2017	Partenope (2017)
2/27/2017	-	3/14/2017	The Winter's Tale (2017)
2/9/2017	-	3/25/2017	The Pirates of Penzance (2017)
2/4/2017	-	2/28/2017	Rigoletto (2017)
4/1/2016	-	5/7/2016	Sunset Boulevard (2016)
12/1/2012	-	1/31/2013	The Mikado (2012)
6/27/2007	-	7/14/2007	Kismet (2007)
4/20/2007	-	5/25/2007	On the Town (2007)
3/10/2005	-	5/24/2005	On the Town (2005)
10/12/1989	-	10/12/1989	Street Scene (1989)
9/10/1987	-	11/26/1987	Pacific Overtures (1987)
8/22/1978	-	8/22/1978	The Seven Deadly Sins (1978)
4/21/1960	-	4/21/1960	The Most Happy Fella (1960)
12/17/1959	-	12/17/1959	Aladdin (1959)
4/16/1959	-	4/16/1959	Die Fledermaus (1959)
12/18/1958	-	12/18/1958	Cinderella (1958)
7/31/1958	-	7/31/1958	The Merry Widow (1958)
11/14/1957	-	11/14/1957	Bells Are Ringing (1957)
3/28/1957	-	3/28/1957	Damn Yankees (1957)
12/24/1956	-	12/24/1956	Where the Rainbow Ends (1956)
10/13/1955	-	10/13/1955	The Pajama Game (1955)
10/14/1954	-	10/14/1954	Can-Can (1954)
5/28/1953	-	5/28/1953	Guys and Dolls (1953)
3/15/1952	-	3/15/1952	Call Me Madam (1952)
3/8/1951	-	3/8/1951	Kiss Me, Kate (1951)
6/7/1947	-	6/7/1947	Annie Get Your Gun (1947)
10/17/1946	-	10/17/1946	The Night and the Laughter (1946)
3/30/1944	-	3/30/1944	Something for the Boys (1944)
2/25/1944	-	2/25/1944	The Quaker Girl (1944)
1/25/1944	-	1/25/1944	Skirts (1944)
5/28/1936	-	5/28/1936	Glamorous Night (1936)
11/12/1935	-	11/12/1935	20 to 1 (1935)
7/15/1935	-	9/7/1935	The Gay Deceivers (1935)
12/20/1934	-	12/20/1934	Blackbirds of 1935 (1934)
8/25/1934	-	8/25/1934	Blackbirds of 1934 (1934)
2/28/1934	-	2/28/1934	The Golden Toy (1934)
5/24/1932	-	5/24/1932	Casanova (1932)
4/8/1931	-	4/8/1931	White Horse Inn (1931)
3/17/1924	-	3/17/1924	Polynesia (1924)
3/23/1914	-	3/23/1914	Happy Days (1914)
12/15/1913	-	12/15/1913	And Very Nice Too (1913)
12/16/1912	-	12/16/1912	Pebbles on the Beach (1912)
7/1/1912	-	7/1/1912	The Dancing Viennese (1912)
	-		Sweeney Todd (2015)