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BUILT: 1818
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Old Vic Theatre History
The Old Vic is London’s independent not-for-profit theatre, a world leader in creativity and entertainment. Today, Artistic Director Matthew Warchus is building on 201 years of creative adventure, with The Old Vic recently being hailed as ‘London’s most eclectic and frequently electrifying theatre’. The Old Vic is mercurial: it can transform into a theatre in the round, a space for live music and comedy, has played host to opera, dance, cinema, music hall, classical dramas, variety, big spectacles and novelty acts. It was the original home of the English National Opera, the Sadler’s Wells dance company and the National Theatre. It’s also been a tavern, a college, a coffee house, a lecture hall and a meeting place.
Shows at the Old Vic Theatre
DATES PRODUCTION 1/24/2026 - 3/21/2026 Arcadia (2026)
Click Here to Buy Tickets9/23/2025 - 11/1/2025 Mary Page Marlowe (2025) 6/24/2025 - 8/23/2025 Girl From the North Country (2025) 4/16/2025 - 6/14/2025 The Brightening Air (2025) 1/27/2023 - 4/1/2023 Sylvia (2023) 9/6/2022 - 10/31/2022 Eureka Day (2022) 3/29/2022 - 5/28/2022 The 47th (2022) 1/24/2022 - 3/19/2022 A Number (2022) 4/6/2020 - 5/23/2020 4000 Miles (2020) [Cancelled] 1/27/2020 - 3/27/2020 Endgame (2020) 11/29/2019 - 1/18/2020 A Christmas Carol (2019) 10/14/2019 - 11/9/2019 Lungs (2019) 8/20/2019 - 9/27/2019 A Very Expensive Poison (2019) 6/17/2019 - 8/10/2019 Present Laughter (2019) 4/15/2019 - 6/8/2019 All My Sons (2019) 2/9/2019 - 3/27/2019 The American Clock (2019) 11/24/2018 - 1/19/2019 A Christmas Carol (2018) 10/8/2018 - 11/10/2018 Wise Children (2018) 9/1/2018 - 9/22/2018 Sylvia (2018) 7/7/2018 - 8/25/2018 A Monster Calls (2018) 4/21/2018 - 6/16/2018 Mood Music (2018) 2/21/2018 - 4/14/2018 Fanny & Alexander (2018) 1/30/2018 - 2/10/2018 The Divide (2018) 11/18/2017 - 1/20/2018 A Christmas Carol (2017) 10/15/2017 - 11/4/2017 Dr. Suess's The Lorax (2017) 7/28/2017 - 7/31/2017 Queers (2017) 7/12/2017 - 10/7/2017 Girl From the North Country (2017) 6/5/2017 - 6/17/2017 Cover My Tracks (2017) 5/6/2017 - 6/24/2017 Woyzeck (2017) 2/25/2017 - 4/29/2017 Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead (2017) 12/10/2016 - 2/18/2017 Art (2016) 10/25/2016 - 12/3/2016 King Lear (2016) 7/15/2016 - 9/17/2016 Groundhog Day (2016) 9/5/2012 - 11/10/2012 Hedda Gabler (2012) 6/15/2012 - 7/28/2012 Democracy (2012) 3/17/2012 - 6/9/2012 The Duchess of Malfi (2012) 9/17/2011 - 11/26/2011 The Playboy of the Western World (2011) 12/4/2010 - 3/5/2011 A Flea in Her Ear (2010) 4/10/2010 - 6/5/2010 The Real Thing (2010) 1/7/2010 - 4/3/2010 Six Degrees of Separation (2010) 9/15/2006 - 12/23/2006 A Moon for the Misbegotten (2006) 9/14/1993 - 11/20/1993 Hair (1993) 4/15/1991 - 4/15/1991 Carmen Jones (1991) 12/1/1988 - 1/7/1989 Candide (1988) 5/19/1987 - 1/9/1988 Kiss Me, Kate (1987) 8/14/1985 - 9/7/1985 The Cradle Will Rock (1985) 7/3/1985 - 8/10/1985 Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (1985) 7/18/1984 - 8/18/1984 The Boy Friend (1984) 11/9/1983 - 1/14/1984 Blondel (1983) 9/6/1971 - 9/6/1971 The Last Sweet Days of Isaac (1971) 4/11/1967 - 4/11/1967 Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead (1967) 12/8/1964 - 12/8/1964 The Royal Hunt of the Sun (1964) - Sea Wall (unknown) - Clarence Darrow (unknown)
News
Bill Fellows, Katherine Dow Blyton, and More Join GERRY & SEWELL Cast
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2025
Screen stars have joined the cast of the hit production Gerry & Sewell as it makes its West End debut with a two-week run at the Aldwych Theatre. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2025
Screen stars have joined the cast of the hit production Gerry & Sewell as it makes its West End debut with a two-week run at the Aldwych Theatre. Learn more here!
La Voix to Star as Miss Hannigan in ANNIE UK and Ireland Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 28, 2025
La Voix will star as Miss Hannigan, alongside Alex Bourne as Oliver Warbucks, in the UK and Ireland tour of the musical ANNIE, opening at New Wimbledon Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 28, 2025
La Voix will star as Miss Hannigan, alongside Alex Bourne as Oliver Warbucks, in the UK and Ireland tour of the musical ANNIE, opening at New Wimbledon Theatre.
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.
Interview: 'We're Gonna Up The Ante To Eleven': John Patrick Elliott, Jack Holden and Ed Stambollouian on The Return of KENREX
by Kat Mokrynski - Nov 20, 2025
After successful runs in Sheffield and London, Kenrex is arriving at The Other Palace in December. The show, written by Jack Holden and Ed Stambollouian with music by John Patrick Elliott, tells the tale of Ken Rex McElroy, a criminal who faced the consequences of his actions at the hands of the townspeople of Skidmore, Missouri in 1981. Holden takes on all of the roles, with Elliott accompanying with live music on stage as well.
by Kat Mokrynski - Nov 20, 2025
After successful runs in Sheffield and London, Kenrex is arriving at The Other Palace in December. The show, written by Jack Holden and Ed Stambollouian with music by John Patrick Elliott, tells the tale of Ken Rex McElroy, a criminal who faced the consequences of his actions at the hands of the townspeople of Skidmore, Missouri in 1981. Holden takes on all of the roles, with Elliott accompanying with live music on stage as well.
Alan Cumming Will Lead First Season as Artistic Director of Pitlochry Festival Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2025
Pitlochry Festival Theatre’s Artistic Director, Alan Cumming has announced his highly anticipated inaugural season of exciting programming for 2026, which will coincide with the 75th anniversary of the celebrated Scottish Highland Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2025
Pitlochry Festival Theatre’s Artistic Director, Alan Cumming has announced his highly anticipated inaugural season of exciting programming for 2026, which will coincide with the 75th anniversary of the celebrated Scottish Highland Theatre.
Video: Sarah Snook Recalls Keanu Reeves Presenting Her Tony Award
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 7, 2025
Sarah Snook recently visited The Tonight Show, where she spoke about receiving the Tony for The Picture of Dorian Gray and shared her surprise when seeing that Keanu Reeves was the person handing her the award. Watch her appearance now.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 7, 2025
Sarah Snook recently visited The Tonight Show, where she spoke about receiving the Tony for The Picture of Dorian Gray and shared her surprise when seeing that Keanu Reeves was the person handing her the award. Watch her appearance now.
Tony Winner Daniel Radcliffe Will Star in EVERY BRILLIANT THING on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 29, 2025
Daniel Radcliffe is heading back to Broadway in 2026. The Tony winner will star in the Broadway transfer of Duncan Macmillan's Every Brilliant Thing, directed by Jeremy Herrin and Macmillan. Performances will begin on February 21 at the Hudson Theatre, with an opening set for March 12.
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 29, 2025
Daniel Radcliffe is heading back to Broadway in 2026. The Tony winner will star in the Broadway transfer of Duncan Macmillan's Every Brilliant Thing, directed by Jeremy Herrin and Macmillan. Performances will begin on February 21 at the Hudson Theatre, with an opening set for March 12.
Stage and Screen Actress Prunella Scales Passes Away at Age 93
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 28, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Prunella Scales, a longtime actress of the stage and screen, has passed away at the age of 93. Learn more about the performer here.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 28, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Prunella Scales, a longtime actress of the stage and screen, has passed away at the age of 93. Learn more about the performer here.
KISS OF THE SPIDER-WOMAN, SHOWSTOPPER, and More Set For Bristol Old Vic in Spring 2026
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2025
Bristol Old Vic has outlined a season of partnerships and visiting work for Spring 2026 with productions on general sale from 10am Fri 24 Oct. Learn more about this lineup here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2025
Bristol Old Vic has outlined a season of partnerships and visiting work for Spring 2026 with productions on general sale from 10am Fri 24 Oct. Learn more about this lineup here!
USM Theatre Opens Season With A MONSTER CALLS
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2025
The University of Southern Maine Department of Theatre will present the Maine premiere of A Monster Calls at Russell Hall on the USM Gorham campus. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2025
The University of Southern Maine Department of Theatre will present the Maine premiere of A Monster Calls at Russell Hall on the USM Gorham campus. Learn more here!
Matthew Rhys Returns to London in Playing Burton
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2025
Emmy Award winner Matthew Rhys is set to return to the London stage for the first time in 21 years to play Richard Burton at The Old Vic. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2025
Emmy Award winner Matthew Rhys is set to return to the London stage for the first time in 21 years to play Richard Burton at The Old Vic. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
Tony Winner Dame Patricia Routledge Dies at 96
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Dame Katherine Patricia Routledge, English actress and singer, known for her work on stage and screen, has died at age 96.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Dame Katherine Patricia Routledge, English actress and singer, known for her work on stage and screen, has died at age 96.
Cast Set For DON'T LOOK NOW at New Wolsey Theatre and Salisbury Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2025
The cast and creative team have been announced for New Wolsey Theatre and Salisbury Playhouse’s major new revival of Don’t Look Now, which will play New Wolsey Theatre from 9 - 25 October and Salisbury Playhouse from 29 October - 15 November.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2025
The cast and creative team have been announced for New Wolsey Theatre and Salisbury Playhouse’s major new revival of Don’t Look Now, which will play New Wolsey Theatre from 9 - 25 October and Salisbury Playhouse from 29 October - 15 November.
Review: EMMA, Theatre Royal Bath
by Cheryl Markosky - Sep 19, 2025
What did our critic think of EMMA at Theatre Royal Bath?
by Cheryl Markosky - Sep 19, 2025
What did our critic think of EMMA at Theatre Royal Bath?
World Premiere of PAUL AND EMILE Opens at Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2025
Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater will present the World Premiere of Paul and Émile, by Kai Maristed. Paul and Émile is directed by Sasha Brätt. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2025
Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater will present the World Premiere of Paul and Émile, by Kai Maristed. Paul and Émile is directed by Sasha Brätt. Learn more here!
Brian Fenton Appointed Executive Director and Co-CEO of the Everyman
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2025
The Everyman has announced that Brian Fenton has been appointed Executive Director and Co-CEO, taking up the position from October 2025. He will join Artistic Director and Co-CEO, Des Kennedy, to shape the leadership of the theatre in its next chapter.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2025
The Everyman has announced that Brian Fenton has been appointed Executive Director and Co-CEO, taking up the position from October 2025. He will join Artistic Director and Co-CEO, Des Kennedy, to shape the leadership of the theatre in its next chapter.
Full Cast Set For the RSC's WENDY & PETER PAN at The Barbican
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2025
The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced full casting for the London premiere of Ella Hickson's exhilarating take on JM Barrie's beloved classic, Wendy & Peter Pan, directed by Jonathan Munby.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2025
The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced full casting for the London premiere of Ella Hickson's exhilarating take on JM Barrie's beloved classic, Wendy & Peter Pan, directed by Jonathan Munby.
Photo: First-Look at Sarah Snook in Peacock's ALL HER FAULT; Release Date Revealed
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 14, 2025
Peacock has officially announced the release date for All Her Fault, the new miniseries starring Tony Award winner Sarah Snook. The mystery series will premiere on Peacock with four episodes on November 6. Check out a first-look photo now!
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 14, 2025
Peacock has officially announced the release date for All Her Fault, the new miniseries starring Tony Award winner Sarah Snook. The mystery series will premiere on Peacock with four episodes on November 6. Check out a first-look photo now!
THE HUNGER GAMES: ON STAGE Finds Full Company
by Stephi Wild - Aug 8, 2025
The full company for the first-ever stage adaptation of Suzanne Collins’s internationally acclaimed book The Hunger Games and Lionsgate’s hit motion picture of the same name has been revealed.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 8, 2025
The full company for the first-ever stage adaptation of Suzanne Collins’s internationally acclaimed book The Hunger Games and Lionsgate’s hit motion picture of the same name has been revealed.
Paul Hilton to Play Scrooge in A CHRISTMAS CAROL at The Old Vic
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2025
Paul Hilton will take on the role of Ebenezer Scrooge in Matthew Warchus’ A Christmas Carol, adapted for the stage by Jack Thorne at The Old Vic. Learn more about the production here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2025
Paul Hilton will take on the role of Ebenezer Scrooge in Matthew Warchus’ A Christmas Carol, adapted for the stage by Jack Thorne at The Old Vic. Learn more about the production here!
Old Vic Theatre Frequently Asked Questions
What show is currently in Old Vic Theatre?
Old Vic Theatre's current show is Sylvia which began performances on 1/27/2023.
What when was Old Vic Theatre built?
Old Vic Theatre was built in 1818.
How many seats does Old Vic Theatre have?
Old Vic Theatre has 1067 seats.
What were the longest running shows at Old Vic Theatre?
Kiss Me, Kate which ran from 5/19/1987 to 8/13/1988, Blondel which ran from 11/9/1983 to 9/22/1984, The Boy Friend which ran from 7/18/1984 to 2/2/1985, A Flea in Her Ear which ran from 12/14/2010 to 3/5/2011 and
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