(Leicester Square/Tottenham Court Road) Old Compton Street
London,
BUILT: 1930
SEATING CAPACITY: 1622
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Prince Edward Theatre History
The Prince Edward Theatre is a West End theatre on Old Compton Street, just north of Leicester Square, in the City of Westminster, London. The theatre was designed in 1930 by Edward A. Stone, with an interior designed by Marc-Henri Levy and Gaston Laverdet.
Shows at the Prince Edward Theatre
DATES PRODUCTION 12/31/2026 - Beetlejuice (2026)
Click Here to Buy Tickets6/24/2024 - 12/7/2024 MJ The Musical () 3/6/2024 - 6/21/2025 MJ The Musical (2024) 10/9/2023 - 1/13/2024 Dear England (2023) 3/31/2023 - 9/17/2023 Ain’t Too Proud (2023) 8/7/2021 - 1/8/2023 Mary Poppins (2021) 10/23/2019 - Mary Poppins (2021) 5/27/2016 - Aladdin (2016) 2/28/2008 - Jersey Boys (2008) 12/15/2004 - 1/12/2007 Mary Poppins (2004) 3/23/1999 - 9/28/2024 Mamma Mia! (2021) 10/6/1998 - 1/16/1999 West Side Story (1998) 4/28/1998 - 9/19/1998 Show Boat (1998) 11/11/1996 - 2/28/1998 Martin Guerre (1996) 7/10/1996 - 10/26/1996 Martin Guerre (1996) 3/3/1993 - 2/24/1996 Crazy for You (1993) 3/19/1992 - 3/19/1992 Some Like It Hot (1992) 10/24/1991 - 12/14/1991 The Hunting Of The Snark (1991) 1/8/1991 - 4/6/1991 Children of Eden (1991) 7/4/1989 - 8/25/1990 Anything Goes (1989) 4/10/1988 - 4/10/1988 King (1988) 5/14/1986 - 5/14/1986 Chess (1986) 6/21/1978 - 2/8/1986 Evita (1978) 10/30/1930 - 10/30/1930 Nippy (1930) 4/3/1930 - 4/3/1930 Rio Rita (1930) - Miss Saigon (2014)
News
Additional Cast Set for ROMEO & JULIET in the West End Starring Sadie Sink and Noah Jupe
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026
Additional cast members have been revealed for Romeo & Juliet. Starring Sadie Sink and Noah Jupe, directed by the highly acclaimed Robert Icke, performances will take place at the Harold Pinter Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026
Additional cast members have been revealed for Romeo & Juliet. Starring Sadie Sink and Noah Jupe, directed by the highly acclaimed Robert Icke, performances will take place at the Harold Pinter Theatre.
BEETLEJUICE to Hold Open Auditions For The Role Of Lydia Deetz in Central London
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2026
Crossroads Live and Warner Bros. Theatre Ventures will be holding open auditions in Central London for the role of Lydia Deetz in Beetlejuice: The Musical.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2026
Crossroads Live and Warner Bros. Theatre Ventures will be holding open auditions in Central London for the role of Lydia Deetz in Beetlejuice: The Musical.
Matt Cardle Will Lead KINKY BOOTS at London Coliseum
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2026
Multi-platinum-selling recording artist and award-winning West End actor Matt Cardle will play Charlie Price alongside Johannes Radebe as Lola, in the brand-new production of the Olivier, Tony and Grammy Award-winning KINKY BOOTS The Musical.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2026
Multi-platinum-selling recording artist and award-winning West End actor Matt Cardle will play Charlie Price alongside Johannes Radebe as Lola, in the brand-new production of the Olivier, Tony and Grammy Award-winning KINKY BOOTS The Musical.
DEAR ENGLAND Comes to Milton Keynes Theatre in January
by Stephi Wild - Dec 29, 2025
Following a record-breaking run in the West End in 2023, James Graham's Olivier Award-winning play Dear England is now on tour, visiting 16 venues across England. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 29, 2025
Following a record-breaking run in the West End in 2023, James Graham's Olivier Award-winning play Dear England is now on tour, visiting 16 venues across England. Learn more here!
PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL and More Nominated For WhatsOnStage Awards
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2025
Nominations have been announced for the 26th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards. The announcement of the nominations marks the opening of the final voting stage. Learn more and check out the full list here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2025
Nominations have been announced for the 26th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards. The announcement of the nominations marks the opening of the final voting stage. Learn more and check out the full list here!
Tickets Now on Sale For BEETLEJUICE in London
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2025
Beetlejuice The Musical is ready to haunt the West End. Beetlejuice crosses the pond next year, where it will make its West End debut at London's Prince Edward Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2025
Beetlejuice The Musical is ready to haunt the West End. Beetlejuice crosses the pond next year, where it will make its West End debut at London's Prince Edward Theatre.
Full Cast Set For WHEN WE ARE MARRIED At Donmar Warehouse
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2025
Artistic Director Tim Sheader and Executive Director Henny Finch has announced the full cast for Sheader’s revival of When We Are Married by J.B. Priestley, which will open at the Donmar Warehouse,
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2025
Artistic Director Tim Sheader and Executive Director Henny Finch has announced the full cast for Sheader’s revival of When We Are Married by J.B. Priestley, which will open at the Donmar Warehouse,
Dates Set For BEETLEJUICE: THE MUSICAL in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2025
Beetlejuice: The Musical will make its West End debut at London's Prince Edward Theatre, with performances beginning in May 2026. Now, the dates have been set for the upcoming run.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2025
Beetlejuice: The Musical will make its West End debut at London's Prince Edward Theatre, with performances beginning in May 2026. Now, the dates have been set for the upcoming run.
Interview: 'It's Become My Life': Jamaal Fields-Green on Becoming a Triple Threat in MJ THE MUSICAL
by Kat Mokrynski - Oct 16, 2025
The West End’s production of MJ the Musical will be coming to a close in February 2026, after opening in March last year. Recently, we had the chance to speak with Jamaal Fields-Green, who is the only person to have played Michael Jackson on Broadway, on tour across North America and now in the West End! We discussed what the process is like to become the iconic performer, his favourite Michael Jackson songs and some of the differences between the West End and Broadway.
by Kat Mokrynski - Oct 16, 2025
The West End’s production of MJ the Musical will be coming to a close in February 2026, after opening in March last year. Recently, we had the chance to speak with Jamaal Fields-Green, who is the only person to have played Michael Jackson on Broadway, on tour across North America and now in the West End! We discussed what the process is like to become the iconic performer, his favourite Michael Jackson songs and some of the differences between the West End and Broadway.
CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT Will Return to the Adelphi Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2025
Following a sold-out performance last year, CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT, a magical evening of beloved festive songs performed by candlelight, will return to the Adelphi Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2025
Following a sold-out performance last year, CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT, a magical evening of beloved festive songs performed by candlelight, will return to the Adelphi Theatre.
Full Cast Set For Noël Coward's FALLEN ANGELS at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2025
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced full casting for its forthcoming production of Noël Coward's Fallen Angels which opens its new season at its home base in London Bridge.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2025
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced full casting for its forthcoming production of Noël Coward's Fallen Angels which opens its new season at its home base in London Bridge.
Prince Edward Theatre Frequently Asked Questions
What show is next for Prince Edward Theatre?
Prince Edward Theatre's next show is Beetlejuice which begins performances on 12/31/2026.
What when was Prince Edward Theatre built?
Prince Edward Theatre was built in 1930.
How many seats does Prince Edward Theatre have?
Prince Edward Theatre has 1622 seats.
What were the longest running shows at Prince Edward Theatre?
Jersey Boys which ran from 3/18/2008 to 3/26/2017, Evita which ran from 6/21/1978 to 2/8/1986, Aladdin which ran from 6/15/2016 to 8/24/2019, Mamma Mia! which ran from 8/25/2021 to 9/28/2024 and
What show is currently in Prince Edward Theatre?
Prince Edward Theatre's current show is MJ The Musical which began performances on 3/6/2024.
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