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London Coliseum

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

Built: 1904

Seating Capacity: 2358

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
3/1/2028 - 7/1/2028
6/4/2027 - 9/18/2027
7/31/2026 - 9/6/2026
3/17/2026 - 7/11/2026
4/11/2025 - 9/7/2025
3/12/2025 - 3/16/2025
2/15/2025 - 2/18/2025
2/5/2025 - 2/22/2025
1/15/2025 - 1/18/2025
12/2/2024 - 2/21/2025
12/2/2024 - 2/21/2025
11/15/2024 - 12/5/2024
10/11/2024 - 10/31/2024
9/27/2024 - 9/27/2024
9/26/2024 - 10/19/2024
9/26/2024 - 10/19/2024
9/14/2024 - 9/14/2024
9/11/2024 - 9/11/2024
6/24/2023 - 8/27/2023
4/27/2023 - 5/6/2023
4/20/2023 - 4/4/2023
3/11/2023 - 4/5/2023
2/19/2023 - 2/19/2023
2/18/2023 - 3/10/2023
2/1/2023 - 2/24/2023
1/12/2023 - 1/22/2023
12/15/2022 - 1/12/2023
11/25/2022 - 12/10/2022
11/8/2022 - 11/8/2022
11/3/2022 - 12/2/2022
9/30/2022 - 11/4/2022
7/31/2022 - 7/31/2022
5/7/2022 - 8/27/2022
4/8/2022 - 4/14/2022
3/14/2022 - 3/22/2022
4/23/2020 - 7/19/2020
6/14/2019 - 8/31/2019
4/26/2019 - 6/8/2018
6/20/2018 - 6/30/2018
4/26/2018 - 6/2/2018
6/22/2017 - 8/22/2017
4/7/2017 - 5/13/2017
3/15/2017 - 3/24/2017
2/27/2017 - 3/14/2017
2/9/2017 - 3/25/2017
2/4/2017 - 2/28/2017
4/1/2016 - 5/7/2016
12/1/2012 - 1/31/2013
6/27/2007 - 7/14/2007
4/20/2007 - 5/25/2007
3/10/2005 - 5/24/2005
10/12/1989 - 10/12/1989
9/10/1987 - 11/26/1987
8/22/1978 - 8/22/1978
4/21/1960 - 4/21/1960
12/17/1959 - 12/17/1959
4/16/1959 - 4/16/1959
12/18/1958 - 12/18/1958
7/31/1958 - 7/31/1958
11/14/1957 - 11/14/1957
3/28/1957 - 3/28/1957
12/24/1956 - 12/24/1956
10/13/1955 - 10/13/1955
10/14/1954 - 10/14/1954
5/28/1953 - 5/28/1953
3/15/1952 - 3/15/1952
3/8/1951 - 3/8/1951
6/7/1947 - 6/7/1947
10/17/1946 - 10/17/1946
3/30/1944 - 3/30/1944
2/25/1944 - 2/25/1944
1/25/1944 - 1/25/1944
5/28/1936 - 5/28/1936
11/12/1935 - 11/12/1935
7/15/1935 - 9/7/1935
12/20/1934 - 12/20/1934
8/25/1934 - 8/25/1934
2/28/1934 - 2/28/1934
5/24/1932 - 5/24/1932
4/8/1931 - 4/8/1931
3/17/1924 - 3/17/1924
3/23/1914 - 3/23/1914
12/15/1913 - 12/15/1913
12/16/1912 - 12/16/1912
7/1/1912 - 7/1/1912
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by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2026

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THE LAST SONG Solo Show to Return to Los Angeles
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2026

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by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2026

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Michael Ball Will Star as 'Willy Wonka' in CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at London Coliseum
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2026

Michael Ball will star as Willy Wonka in a new production of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at the London Coliseum, directed by Nikolai Foster for a limited engagement.
Boston Ballet Receives Largest Endowment Gift In Its History
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2026

Boston Ballet has announced a $10 million donation, the largest endowment gift in the organization's history. The gift has been made by an anonymous, long-time patron of Boston Ballet.
ANGEL'S BONE to Transfer to London Coliseum Following Manchester Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2026

Du Yun's Pulitzer Prize-winning opera ANGEL'S BONE will move to the London Coliseum, directed by Kip Williams, following its UK premiere at Aviva Studios in Manchester.
Patti LuPone to Bring MATTERS OF THE HEART to London Coliseum
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 28, 2026

Three-time Tony Award winner Patti LuPone will perform her theatrical concert Matters of the Heart at the London Coliseum in February 2027.  The show is based on the CD recording of the same name which was released in 1999.
Royal Ballet Stars to Perform at THE FONTEYN 2026 Grand Final
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2026

Royal Ballet dancers Marianna Tsembenhoi, Fumi Kaneko and Vadim Muntagirov will perform as guest artists at the final of The Margot Fonteyn International Ballet Competition at the London Coliseum.
Sam Smith, NOW YOU SEE ME LIVE, and More Set For London Coliseum Season
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2026

Sam Smith will headline a residency at the London Coliseum, joining NOW YOU SEE ME LIVE and English National Opera productions of ANGEL'S BONE and TOSCA in the venue's fall lineup.
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.
Review: KINKY BOOTS at Château du Karreveld
by Patrick Honoré - Aug 22, 2026

Vincent Heden's bold, controversial Lola anchors a Kinky Boots that stumbles early and dances late — but Bruxellons' craft makes it sing regardless.
Sam Smith Releases HAZEL EYES Album, Single "Constant Companion"
by Rachel Stone - Aug 21, 2026

Sam Smith has released the fifth studio album HAZEL EYES along with a new single and video for "Constant Companion," featuring co-production credits for the first time.
Bradley Jaden to Make His Broadway Debut in WANTED
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2026

London and West End star, Bradley Jaden, will join the company of the new musical Wanted as Jesse, alongside the previously revealed Solea Pfeiffer as Mary Clarke.
SWAN LAKE to Mark Ballet de Santiago's UK Debut at London Coliseum
by Stephi Wild - Aug 19, 2026

Ballet de Santiago will make its UK debut with a staging of SWAN LAKE at the London Coliseum, led by artistic director César Morales, accompanied by the English National Opera Orchestra.
Video: Watch Natalie Paris Sings 'Heart of Stone' from SIX
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 11, 2026

In just one week, Natalie Paris and Aimie Atkinson, the Olivier Award nominated original Jane Seymour and Katherine Howard in the UK production of SIX, will make their Broadway debuts as they join the Broadway cast of the Tony Award-winning musical beginning August 17. Watch in this video as Paris takes the stage at Today to perform 'Heart of Stone'.
THE GREAT GATSBY to Play Memphis This December; Tickets on Sale This Friday
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 10, 2026

The North American tour of THE GREAT GATSBY will play the Orpheum Theatre in Memphis December 1-6, 2026, with tickets going on sale Friday, August 14, as part of the venue's Broadway season.
THE GREAT GATSBY Tour to Play PPAC This November
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2026

Tickets for the North American tour of THE GREAT GATSBY at the Providence Performing Arts Center are set to go on sale in early August, ahead of an eight-performance run.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 4, 2026- BOOP! National Tour Finds Its 'Betty' and More
by - Aug 4, 2026

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Review: NOW YOU SEE ME LIVE, London Coliseum
by Franco Milazzo - Aug 3, 2026

Packed to the brim with illusions and disillusionment, it quickly becomes clear that Now You See Me Live is only a magic show in one sense of the word.
Video: The Horsemen Showcase Magic in New NOW YOU SEE ME LIVE Trailer
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2026

An all new trailer has been released for NOW YOU SEE ME LIVE. The video showcases the magic of the show, and was shot on the roof of the London Coliseum and around London, featuring 'The Horsemen.' Watch the video here.

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 03/22/2017 to 08/22/2017, The Great Gatsby which ran from 04/11/2025 to 09/07/2025, Spirited Away which ran from 03/01/2028 to 07/01/2028, and Kinky Boots which ran from 03/17/2026 to 07/11/2026
What show is next for London Coliseum?
London Coliseum's next show is Spirited Away which begins performances on 03/01/2028

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