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Playhouse Theatre History
Originally opening on 11 March 1882 with a revival of Offenbach’s Madam Favart. The theatre was rebuilt in 1905 but during the work, part of the roof from the adjacent Charing Cross railway station collapsed and crashed through the roof and walls of the theatre. The building was repaired and re-opened as the Playhouse Theatre on 28th January 1907 with a one act play called The Drums of Oudh and a play called Toddles, by Tristan Bernard and Andre Godfernaux. Since then, the Playhouse has hosted the likes of WS Gilbert, legendary actress-manager Gladys Cooper, the BBC, The Almeida Theatre Company, The Peter Hall Company and Janet McTeer. In January 2003, Maidstone Productions became the new owners of the theatre. The Ambassador Theatre Group have maintained stewardship of Playhouse Theatre since 2003 and have since gone on to acquire 100% ownership. The theatre has most recently played host to shows such as Caroline, or Change, The Best Man, and Glengarry Glen Ross. It is currently home to Fiddler On The Roof until November. Cyrano de Bergerac starring James McAvoy will follow, making its home in the Playhouse from the 27 November 2019 until 29 February 2020.
Shows at the Playhouse Theatre
DATES PRODUCTION 10/24/2022 - 11/19/2022 Daddy Issues (2022) 6/29/2022 - 9/10/2022 The Seagull (2022) 5/23/2022 - 8/27/2022 The Glass Menagerie (2022) 11/15/2021 - 9/28/2024 Cabaret (2021)
Click Here to Buy Tickets10/6/2020 - 12/19/2020 Good (2021) 6/10/2020 - 9/5/2020 A Doll's House (2020) 3/11/2020 - 5/30/2020 The Seagull (2020) 12/6/2019 - 2/29/2020 Cyrano de Bergerac (2019) 3/21/2019 - Fiddler on the Roof (2019) 11/20/2018 - 3/2/2019 Caroline, or Change (2018) 2/24/2018 - 5/26/2018 The Best Man (2018) 10/26/2017 - 2/3/2018 Glengarry Glen Ross (2017) 10/11/2017 - 10/14/2017 Derren Brown: Underground (2017) 11/4/2016 - An Inspector Calls (2016) 6/14/2016 - 10/29/2016 1984 (2016) 1/6/2010 - 11/26/2011 Dreamboats and Petticoats (2010) 10/20/2008 - 1/2/2010 La Cage Aux Folles (2008) - The Jungle (2018) - 1984 (2015) - Women On the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown (2015) - Monty Python's Spamalot (unknown)
News
THE FIT PRINCE Will Embark on UK Tour in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026
The Fit Prince (who gets switched on the square in the frosty castle the night before (insert public holiday here)) will be touring to Belfast, Newcastle, Manchester, Dublin, Oxford, Hull, and more.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026
The Fit Prince (who gets switched on the square in the frosty castle the night before (insert public holiday here)) will be touring to Belfast, Newcastle, Manchester, Dublin, Oxford, Hull, and more.
Toby Stephens Will Lead EQUUS Revival at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced that Toby Stephens will play Dr. Martin Dysart in Lindsay Posner's major revival of Peter Shaffer's Equus, in its co-production with Theatre Royal Bath.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced that Toby Stephens will play Dr. Martin Dysart in Lindsay Posner's major revival of Peter Shaffer's Equus, in its co-production with Theatre Royal Bath.
Antonio Cipriano Will Lead London Premiere of Joey Contreras' New Musical IN PIECES
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026
Joey Contreras' new musical In Pieces, will make its London premiere this spring, with an exclusive one night only concert at The Other Palace on Monday 30 March.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026
Joey Contreras' new musical In Pieces, will make its London premiere this spring, with an exclusive one night only concert at The Other Palace on Monday 30 March.
John McCrea and Perry Williams Will Lead World Premiere of SLIPPERY at Omnibus Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
The full cast and creative team has been announced for the world premiere of Louis Emmitt-Stern's Soho Theatre's Tony Craze Award Winning play, Slippery. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
The full cast and creative team has been announced for the world premiere of Louis Emmitt-Stern's Soho Theatre's Tony Craze Award Winning play, Slippery. Learn more here!
Cast Set For CHOIR BOY at Stratford East
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
Casting has been announced for Nancy Medina's acclaimed production of Choir Boy by Academy Award-winner Tarell Alvin McCraney (Moonlight, The Brother/ Sister Plays).
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
Casting has been announced for Nancy Medina's acclaimed production of Choir Boy by Academy Award-winner Tarell Alvin McCraney (Moonlight, The Brother/ Sister Plays).
Playhouse on Park Will Present THE MOUNTAINTOP by Katori Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2026
Playhouse on Park will present Pulitzer Prize winner Katori Hall's acclaimed play THE MOUNTAINTOP from March 4-22. The production explores the evening before Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2026
Playhouse on Park will present Pulitzer Prize winner Katori Hall's acclaimed play THE MOUNTAINTOP from March 4-22. The production explores the evening before Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination.
Playhouse On Park Launches Biggest Fundraiser Of The Year, Encore! On Tap
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
Playhouse on Park is gearing up for the hottest fundraiser of the year - named one of the top three Best of Hartford Charity Events - ENCORE! Tickets, sponsorships, and advertisements now on sale.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
Playhouse on Park is gearing up for the hottest fundraiser of the year - named one of the top three Best of Hartford Charity Events - ENCORE! Tickets, sponsorships, and advertisements now on sale.
Madeline Brewer & Lauren Patten Join BECKY SHAW on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 4, 2026
Second Stage Theater has just announced casting for the final two roles in its upcoming production of Gina Gionfriddo’s BECKY SHAW, directed by Trip Cullman. Emmy Award-nominee Madeline Brewer (You, The Handmaid’s Tale) will play the title role of Becky Shaw, and Tony Award-winner Lauren Patten (Jagged Little Pill, 2ST’s Days of Rage) will play the role of Suzanna.
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 4, 2026
Second Stage Theater has just announced casting for the final two roles in its upcoming production of Gina Gionfriddo’s BECKY SHAW, directed by Trip Cullman. Emmy Award-nominee Madeline Brewer (You, The Handmaid’s Tale) will play the title role of Becky Shaw, and Tony Award-winner Lauren Patten (Jagged Little Pill, 2ST’s Days of Rage) will play the role of Suzanna.
Register Now For Playhouse Theatre Academy’s Summer Session
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026
Playhouse Theatre Academy is now accepting registrations for its 2026 summer session, offering a range of theatrical training programs. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026
Playhouse Theatre Academy is now accepting registrations for its 2026 summer session, offering a range of theatrical training programs. Learn more here!
University Of Washington School Of Drama To Present THE SEAGULL
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 27, 2026
The University of Washington School of Drama presents The Seagull by Anton Chekhov in a new translation. Directed by Sebastián Bravo Montenegro, the production runs January 29 through February 8 in Seattle.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 27, 2026
The University of Washington School of Drama presents The Seagull by Anton Chekhov in a new translation. Directed by Sebastián Bravo Montenegro, the production runs January 29 through February 8 in Seattle.
Tamsin Greig, Shaparak Khorsandi, Shala Nyx Cast in DAUGHTERS OF PERSIA at Kings Place
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2026
Daughters of Persia is a special, one-off evening of music and words, created by British pianist Margaret Fingerhut and Iranian composer Farhad Poupel. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2026
Daughters of Persia is a special, one-off evening of music and words, created by British pianist Margaret Fingerhut and Iranian composer Farhad Poupel. Learn more here!
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Albuquerque Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 8, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Albuquerque Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
by BWW Awards - Jan 8, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Albuquerque Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
SHAKESPEARE 4 KIDS: DREAM SCHEME Comes to Playhouse On Park
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2026
SHAKESPEARE 4 KIDS: DREAM SCHEME, written by Erin Sheffield with music by Andrew Kane, is touring schools and venues throughout Connecticut and Western Massachusetts.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2026
SHAKESPEARE 4 KIDS: DREAM SCHEME, written by Erin Sheffield with music by Andrew Kane, is touring schools and venues throughout Connecticut and Western Massachusetts.
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards; JOSEPH Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Albuquerque Awards; SOMETHING ROTTEN! Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Albuquerque Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Albuquerque Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Playhouse Theatre Academy Opens Registration For Winter Session Programs
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 23, 2025
Playhouse Theatre Academy has opened registration for its winter session of youth theatre classes in West Hartford and Simsbury. Programs serve students ages 3 to 13 and include offerings inspired by musical theatre, storytelling, and creative play.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 23, 2025
Playhouse Theatre Academy has opened registration for its winter session of youth theatre classes in West Hartford and Simsbury. Programs serve students ages 3 to 13 and include offerings inspired by musical theatre, storytelling, and creative play.
Emo Phillips To Perform At Comedy Works Downtown
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 23, 2025
Emo Phillips will perform stand-up comedy at Comedy Works Downtown in Larimer Square, including a series of performances surrounding New Year’s Eve. The comedian is known for his extensive career in stand-up, television, film, and voice acting.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 23, 2025
Emo Phillips will perform stand-up comedy at Comedy Works Downtown in Larimer Square, including a series of performances surrounding New Year’s Eve. The comedian is known for his extensive career in stand-up, television, film, and voice acting.
Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards; Theatre on the Bay Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025
We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025
We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Albuquerque Awards; Santa Fe Playhouse Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025
We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Albuquerque Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025
We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Albuquerque Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards; JOSEPH Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
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