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Lyceum Theatre

Address:
(Covent Garden/Charing Cross) Wellington Street, just off Strand

London,

BUILT: 1904

SEATING CAPACITY: 2075
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Shows at the Lyceum Theatre

DATES PRODUCTION
4/18/2006 - 9/3/2006 The Lieutenant of Inishmore (2006)
3/15/2005 - 7/31/2005 Steel Magnolias (2005)
11/6/2004 - 1/30/2005 Whoopi (2004)
5/17/2004 - 11/22/2004 Marc Salem's Mind Games on Broadway (2004)
3/7/2003 - 6/15/2003 The Play What I Wrote (2003)
3/1/2001 - 6/30/2001 The Invention Of Love (2001)
9/24/1999 - The Lion King West End (2021)
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1/20/1999 - 6/26/1999 Oklahoma! (1998)
3/1/1997 - 3/1/1997 Mandy Patinkin in Concert (1997)
11/19/1996 - 3/28/1998 Jesus Christ Superstar (1996)
4/10/1995 - 4/30/1995 Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1995)
11/9/1988 - 4/2/1989 Our Town (1988)
5/27/1976 - 7/18/1976 Something's Afoot (1976)
12/24/1975 - 2/8/1976 Angel Street (1975)
9/6/1975 - 9/11/1975 Truckload (1975)
3/9/1975 - 3/16/1975 The Lieutenant (1975)
12/7/1971 - 12/7/1971 Wild and Wonderful (1971)
5/20/1937 - 5/20/1937 Paganini (1937)
5/26/1930 - 5/26/1930 Here Comes the Bride (1930)
3/15/1928 - 3/15/1928 Lumber Love (1928)
11/9/1925 - 11/9/1925 Naughty Cinderella (1925)
8/28/1923 - 8/28/1923 Little Miss Bluebeard (1923)
2/20/1922 - 6/3/1922 The French Doll (1922)
10/6/1879 - 11/1/1880 Hobbies (1879)
8/25/1879 - 8/25/1879 The Magic Slipper! (1879)
9/30/1876 - 9/30/1876 La Timbale d'Argent (1876)
9/29/1876 - 9/29/1876 La Fille de Madame Angot (1876)
9/28/1876 - 9/28/1876 La Périchole (1876)
9/27/1876 - 9/27/1876 The Grand Duchess of Gérolstein (1876)
9/25/1876 - 9/25/1876 Giroflé-Girofla (1876)
3/13/1876 - 3/13/1876 The Pique Family! (1876)
10/29/1875 - 10/29/1875 Le Petit Faust (1875)
10/16/1875 - 10/16/1875 La Canard a Trois Becs! (1875)
10/6/1875 - 10/6/1875 Giroflé-Girofla (1875)
9/27/1875 - 9/27/1875 La Fille de Madame Angot (1875)
9/7/1875 - 9/7/1875 Madame L'Archiduc (1875)
5/28/1875 - 5/28/1875 Bagatelle (1875)
5/14/1875 - 5/14/1875 Lischen and Fritzchen (1875)
5/11/1875 - 5/11/1875 Le Petit Faust (1875)
3/31/1875 - 3/31/1875 La Jolie Parfumeuse (1875)
12/29/1874 - 12/29/1874 Madame L'Archiduc (1874)
12/9/1874 - 12/9/1874 Chilpéric (1874)
11/30/1874 - 11/30/1874 The Grand Duchess of Gérolstein (1874)
11/28/1874 - 11/28/1874 La Fille de Madame Angot (1874)
10/19/1874 - 10/19/1874 Geneviève de Brabant (1874)
10/16/1874 - 10/16/1874 La Périchole (1874)
9/10/1874 - 9/10/1874 La Fille de Madame Angot (1874)
9/10/1874 - 9/10/1874 The Princess of Trébizonde! (1874)
8/24/1874 - 8/24/1874 La Timbale d'Argent (1874)
4/6/1874 - 4/6/1874 A Parisian Folly (1874)
3/28/1874 - 3/28/1874 Le Monsieur Choufleuri Restera Chez Lui (1874)
3/27/1874 - 3/27/1874 L'Oeil Crevé (1874)
3/23/1874 - 3/23/1874 La Vie Parisienne (1874)
3/20/1874 - 3/20/1874 Le Petit Faust (1874)
3/20/1874 - 3/20/1874 Les Cent Vierges (1874)
- High Society (1996)
- The Realistic Joneses (2014)

News


Video: John Cameron Mitchell Discusses His Take on Mary Todd Lincoln in OH, MARY!
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 5, 2026

After 11 years away from the Broadway stage, John Cameron Mitchell is back treading the boards. The Tony Award winner recently returned as 'Mary Todd Lincoln' in the hit play Oh, Mary! and visited Late Night with Seth Meyers to talk all about it. Watch the interview now.
Photos: Olympic Gold Medalist Alysa Liu Visits OH, MARY! on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 4, 2026

See photos of Alyssa Liu visiting Oh, Mary! on Broadway, starring John Cameron Mitchell. Liu is the 2026 Winter Olympic champion in both women's singles and in the team event.
OH, MARY! to Celebrate Mary's Husband's Inauguration with 165 Tickets Available for $5
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2026

On the 165th Anniversary of Mary’s Husband’s Inauguration – 165 balcony seats will be available to purchase for $5.00 (a balcony seat for a Lincoln, get it?).
Mary Bridget Davies Stars in A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN at New Vic Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2026

Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara will present A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN at the New Vic Theatre, starring Tony nominee Mary Bridget Davies. The music-driven production explores the life and influences of Janis Joplin.
Photos: Freckle Productions' ZOG UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2026

All new photos have been released from the UK and Ireland tour of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s much-loved story Zog. Check out photos from the show here!
Photos: OH, MARY! Celebrates John Cameron Mitchell and Simu Liu
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 26, 2026

John Cameron Mitchell recently made his return to Broadway, taking over the role of 'Mary Todd Lincoln' in Oh, Mary!, alongside Simu Liu, who makes his Broadway debut in the role of ‘Mary’s Teacher.’ Check out photos from the pair's celebration!
Northern Ballet Will Tour WUTHERING HEIGHTS Next Year
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2026

The Wuthering Heights tour will open in March 2027 at Leeds Grand Theatre before performances at Sheffield Lyceum Theatre, Nottingham Theatre Royal, London's Sadler's Wells, Norwich Theatre Royal and The Lowry in Salford throughout spring 2027.
Catherine Tate Will Play Mary Todd Lincoln in OH, MARY! in London
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026

Catherine Tate will play Mary Todd Lincoln in the Tony Award-winning smash hit comedy OH, MARY! at Trafalgar Theatre from 27 April until 18 July 2026. Learn more here!
Cast Set For The Royal Shakespeare Company's DRIFTWOOD
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026

The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced the full cast for its forthcoming production of Driftwood, a deeply evocative new play by Martina Laird, directed by Justin Audibert.
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Will Embark on UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026

The West End hit Paranormal Activity will embark on a major UK and Ireland tour from September 2026. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!
Video/Photos: First Look at PRESSURE Film with Andrew Scott and Brendan Fraser
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 19, 2026

Focus Features has dropped the trailer and first-look photos for Pressure, the upcoming film adaptation of David Haig's play starring Andrew Scott and Brendan Fraser. Check it out now.
2026 OffFest Nominations Revealed
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2026

Following the announcement of this year’s Offies nominations, OffFest will return as the festival arm of OffWestEnd, celebrating work not only made in London but also at festivals across the UK. See the nominations!
New Adaptation of George Orwell’s 1984 Comes to the Citizens Theatre Ahead Of Scottish Tour
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2026

Directed by Dominic Hill, Artistic Director of the Citizens Theatre, 1984 is a co-production between Citizens Theatre, Dundee Rep Theatre and The Royal Lyceum Edinburgh which previews in Glasgow in August.
Clinton Baptiste Adds Extra Dates To UK Live Tour SPECTRAL INTERCOURSE
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026

Much-loved clairvoyant comedian Clinton Baptiste is extending his brand-new tour Spectral Intercourse through to 2027 due to phenomenal demand.  Learn more here!
Video: There's a New Mary in Town- John Cameron Mitchell Is Back on Broadway in OH, MARY!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 12, 2026

John Cameron Mitchell and Simu Liu have joined the company of Tony Award-winning comedy Oh, Mary! on Broadway. Watch in this video as the duo discusses their new gig and why they are so happy to join Broadway's finniest play. 
THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE Will Embark on UK Tour This Autumn
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2026

A new stage adaptation of Shirley Jackson's bestselling novel The Haunting of Hill House will make its world premiere with a UK tour this autumn. Learn more here!
PRIVATE PEACEFUL Will Embark on Autumn Tour
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2026

The acclaimed adaptation of Michael Morpurgo's PRIVATE PEACEFUL, directed by Simon Reade, will tour this autumn, featuring a powerful one-person performance.
Video: John Cameron Mitchell & Simu Liu Take First Bows in OH, MARY!
by Michael Major - Feb 4, 2026

John Cameron Mitchell made a grand return to Broadway on February 3, taking over the role of 'Mary Todd Lincoln' in Oh, Mary!, along with Simu Liu, who makes his Broadway debut in the role of ‘Mary’s Teacher.’ Watch the video of their bows!
Photos: OH, MARY! Stars John Cameron Mitchell & Simu Liu Meet the Press
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 4, 2026

Tonight, John Cameron Mitchell and Simu Liu will join the company of Tony Award-winning comedy Oh, Mary! on Broadway! The new stars met the press today. Check out our photos from the meet and greet!
Photos: John Cameron Mitchell and Simu Liu in OH, MARY! on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026

John Cameron Mitchell and Simu Liu will join the company of Tony Award-winning comedy Oh, Mary! on Broadway. You can now get a first look at production photos.

Lyceum Theatre Frequently Asked Questions

What show is currently in Lyceum Theatre?
Lyceum Theatre's current show is The Lieutenant of Inishmore which began performances on 4/18/2006.

What when was Lyceum Theatre built?
Lyceum Theatre was built in 1904.

How many seats does Lyceum Theatre have?
Lyceum Theatre has 2075 seats.

What were the longest running shows at Lyceum Theatre?
Jesus Christ Superstar which ran from 11/19/1996 to 3/28/1998, Oklahoma! which ran from 7/15/1998 to 6/26/1999, Marc Salem's Mind Games on Broadway which ran from 5/24/2004 to 11/22/2004, Little Miss Bluebeard which ran from 8/28/1923 to 1/26/1924 and


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