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Royal Court Theatre

Address:
East side of Sloane Square
London,

Built: 1888

Seating Capacity: 642

Shows at the Royal Court Theatre

Dates Production
6/20/2026 - 7/25/2026
5/8/2026 - 5/30/2026
5/8/2026 - 5/30/2026
11/6/2025 - 12/13/2025
10/10/2025 - 11/29/2025
1/11/2024 - 2/10/2024
11/18/2022 - 12/17/2022
6/9/2022 - 6/18/2022
5/6/2022 - 6/1/2022
12/6/2018 - 1/26/2018
7/12/2018 - 8/11/2018
4/7/2018 - 5/19/2018
2/8/2018 - 3/17/2018
6/3/2006 - 7/15/2006
10/6/1989 - 10/6/1989
7/21/1981 - 9/5/1981
8/10/1976 - 8/10/1976
3/11/1965 - 3/11/1965
2/13/1964 - 2/13/1964
1/27/1960 - 1/27/1960
2/9/1956 - 2/9/1956
12/19/1955 - 12/19/1955
3/10/1955 - 3/10/1955
4/22/1953 - 4/22/1953
3/26/1914 - 3/26/1914
2/3/1914 - 2/3/1914
6/13/1912 - 6/13/1912
12/12/1910 - 12/12/1910
9/19/1910 - 9/19/1910
11/25/1893 - 11/25/1893

News


Review: ILFORD BOY, Donmar Warehouse
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 21, 2026

Coming-of-age plays are not new, but they vary hugely in quality and impact. Danny Lee Wynter's new work, Ilford Boy is a witty, sensitive and beautifully performed piece of theatre that will warm your soul and break your heart
Tilda Swinton to Make New York Stage Debut in MAN TO MAN Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2026

Academy Award winner Tilda Swinton will return to the stage for the first time in 40 years in Manfred Karge's MAN TO MAN at the Lucille Lortel Theatre Off-Broadway.
Full Cast Revealed for IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE! at Jermyn Street Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2026

Jermyn Street Theatre has announced the complete cast for Anthony E. Palermo's radio-on-stage adaptation of Frank Capra's Christmas classic, directed by Jessica Lazar and featuring six actors in multiple roles.
Margaret Cho to Join THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW as the 'Narrator'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 19, 2026

Comedian, actor, musician and five-time Grammy & Emmy Award-nominee Margaret Cho will join Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show as the “Narrator” making her Broadway debut.
Joffrey lands $8M in new gifts as the Gamm and Lamb’s Players name new leaders
by Alex Freeman - Oct 19, 2026

Joffrey Ballet lands $8M in major gifts, the Gamm and Lamb’s Players name new leaders, Gary Beestone Associates moves into producing, and LIFT returns in 2027. Plus Broadway Bridges’ 19-show semester and My Shows on Android.
THE GUILTY to Transfer to West End with Russell Tovey
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2026

The Donmar Warehouse's critically acclaimed production of THE GUILTY, starring Russell Tovey, will transfer to the Harold Pinter Theatre in London's West End.
Royal Court Theatre Opens Submissions For 2027 Young Playwrights Award
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2026

The Royal Court Theatre announced the opening of submissions for the third edition of its Young Playwrights Award, a free-to-enter competition for aspiring writers aged 13–18 across the UK.
Stage One Reveals Eight Emerging Producers for Placement Scheme
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2026

Stage One has selected eight emerging producers for paid 12-month placements with leading UK production companies and national theatres including Sonia Friedman Productions, the Royal Court, and regional venues.
Charlie Cox Will Lead THE KING'S RANSOM at Donmar Warehouse
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2026

The Donmar Warehouse announced full casting for Stuart Slade's world premiere THE KING'S RANSOM, a dark comedy about a heist to steal Elvis Presley's corpse, directed by Matthew Dunster and starring Charlie Cox.
Interview: Patricia Quinn of THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW at Balboa Theatre
by Lucía Serrano - Sep 30, 2026

When Patricia Quinn first met Richard O’Brien, she wasn’t particularly interested in Magenta. What caught her attention was a song — yes, that now-iconic song: “Science Fiction/Double Feature.”
Cast Set THE SILENCE AND THE NOISE and BIRDCATCHER UK Premieres
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2026

Papatango Theatre Company and Pentabus announced full cast and creative teams for the UK premieres of two award-winning plays by Papatango Prize winners Tom Powell and Laura Waldren.
Full Cast Set For THE AFRONAUTS at Royal Court
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2026

The Royal Court Theatre and Nica Burns announced the full cast for the world premiere of THE AFRONAUTS, a Zambian space race epic by Ryan Calais Cameron, starring Lucian Msamati and Ama Qamata in her UK stage debut.
New Cast Set For PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2026

Paddington The Musical has announced a new cast including Abbie Purvis and Hassan Taj as alternating Paddington performers, as the show celebrates its first year in London.
The 2026 Stage Debut Awards Announces Winners
by Marissa Faith Curley - Sep 27, 2026

Winners of The Stage Debut Awards 2026, in association with Netflix, were revealed tonight at a ceremony at 8 Northumberland Avenue, London, celebrating the performers and creatives making standout professional and West End debuts across UK theatre.
Kickstarter Launched for THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Bobbleheads
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2026

The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum will launch a Kickstarter campaign for the first officially licensed Rocky Horror Show bobbleheads. Check out photos here.
Cast Set For JANE EYRE at Storyhouse
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2026

Olivia Marcus and Gabriel Akuwudike lead a new stage adaptation of Charlotte Brontë's novel at Storyhouse in Chester. The production features an ensemble cast and marks a fresh take on the classic story.
Photos: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Bobbleheads to Launch Through Kickstarter Campaign
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 24, 2026

The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum will launch a Kickstarter campaign for the first officially licensed Rocky Horror Show bobbleheads.
Nottingham Playhouse to Present BE MY BABY: THE MUSICAL Spring/Summer 2027
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 21, 2026

Nottingham Playhouse announced its spring/summer 2027 season, featuring the world premiere of Amanda Whittington's BE MY BABY: THE MUSICAL, the regional premiere of Emteaz Hussain's EXPENDABLE, and a co-production of ROMEO & JULIET with English Touring Theatre, Leeds Playhouse, and Royal Lyceum Edinburgh.
Cast Set For CRANFORD at Orange Tree Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2026

Orange Tree Theatre revealed the full cast for CRANFORD, an adaptation of Elizabeth Gaskell's novel by Lin Coghlan and Shaun McKenna, directed by Josh Roche and starring Tamsin Greig.
Anthony Page, Theatre and Film Director, Dies at 90
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2026

Anthony Page, a pivotal British theatre director who helmed plays by Samuel Beckett and Edward Albee and directed multiple Broadway productions, has died at Denville Hall.

Royal Court Theatre Frequently Asked Questions

What show is currently in Royal Court Theatre?
Royal Court Theatre's current show is Archduke which began performances on 06/20/2026
What when was Royal Court Theatre built?
Royal Court Theatre was built in 1888.
How many seats does Royal Court Theatre have?
Royal Court Theatre has 642 seats.
What were the longest running shows at Royal Court Theatre?
Rock 'n' Roll which ran from 06/15/2006 to 02/25/2007, The Cane which ran from 12/06/2018 to 01/26/2019, Restoration which ran from 07/21/1981 to 09/05/1981, and The Unbelievers which ran from 10/16/2025 to 11/29/2025
What show is next for Royal Court Theatre?
Royal Court Theatre's next show is Archduke which begins performances on 06/20/2026

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