Theatre Royal Haymarket

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18 Suffolk Street London SW1Y 4HT
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Theatre Royal Haymarket History

The Theatre Royal Haymarket, known originally as ‘The Little Theatre in the Hay’, is a Grade I listed building situated in the heart of the West End. Designed and constructed by John Potter in 1720 it is one of Britain’s most treasured theatres. Today the Haymarket strives to produce memorable theatrical experiences for audiences from around the world. Theatre Royal Haymarket Productions was set up in 2007 and has since produced some of the theatre’s most successful productions including Waiting for Godot and Flare Path. The seasons, led by artistic directors, Jonathan Kent, Sean Mathias and Sir Trevor Nunn, has seen performances from Sir Ian McKellen, Dame Eileen Atkins, Sir Patrick Stewart, Sienna Millar, Sheridan Smith, Ralph Fiennes, Joanna Lumley and Robert Lindsay to name but a few.

Shows at the Theatre Royal Haymarket

DATES PRODUCTION

4/24/2026 - 7/11/2026 Grace Pervades (2026)
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1/29/2026 - 4/18/2026 The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry (2026)
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10/23/2025 - 1/17/2026 Othello (Shakespeare) (2025)

7/1/2025 - 9/27/2025 Till The Stars Come Down (2025)

5/7/2025 - 6/21/2025 The Deep Blue Sea (2025)

2/20/2025 - 4/26/2025 The Score (2025)

12/28/2024 - 1/19/2025 Bill Bailey - Thoughtifier (2024)

12/17/2024 - 12/21/2024 Waiting for Godot ()

9/25/2024 - 12/14/2024 Waiting for Godot ()

8/7/2024 - 8/31/2024 Farm Hall ()

3/15/2024 - 5/11/2024 The Picture of Dorian Gray ()

9/27/2023 - 12/16/2023 Noises Off (2023)

7/10/2023 - 9/3/2023 The Tiger Who Came To Tea (2023)

6/12/2023 - 9/9/2023 Accidental Death of an Anarchist (2023)

12/1/2022 - 1/1/2023 Peppa Pig's Best Day Ever! (2022)

7/11/2022 - 9/4/2022 The Tiger Who Came To Tea (2022)

2/9/2019 - 2/8/2020 Only Fools and Horses (2021)

12/1/2018 - 1/12/2018 The Band (2018)

9/3/2018 - 11/23/2018 Heathers: The Musical (2018)

5/25/2018 - 7/28/2018 Tartuffe (2018)

5/8/2018 - 5/20/2018 Uncle Vanya (2018)

5/8/2018 - 5/20/2018 Life and Fate (2018)

12/13/2017 - 1/3/2018 The Rat Pack - Live from Las Vegas (2012)

12/13/2017 - 1/6/2018 Christmas with the Rat Pack (2017)

10/6/2017 - 12/9/2017 Venus in Fur (2017)

6/30/2017 - 9/30/2017 Queen Anne (2017)

5/30/2017 - 6/3/2017 Sand in the Sandwiches (2017)

3/24/2017 - 6/24/2017 The Goat, or Who Is Sylvia? (2017)

12/12/2016 - 3/18/2017 Love's Labour's Lost (2016)

12/9/2016 - 3/18/2017 Much Ado About Nothing (2016)

9/22/2016 - 12/3/2016 The Libertine (2016)

3/2/2012 - 8/31/2013 One Man, Two Guvnors (2011)

11/4/2011 - 1/28/2012 The Lion in Winter (2011)

8/27/2011 - 10/29/2011 The Tempest (2011)

4/23/2010 - 11/6/2010 Sweet Charity (2010)

1/21/2010 - 4/3/2010 Waiting for Godot (2010)

5/7/2008 - 9/13/2008 Marguerite (2008)

8/16/2006 - 11/18/2006 Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (2006)

6/20/2005 - 8/13/2005 Genius of Ray Charles (2005)

2/9/2005 - 5/21/2005 Acorn Antiques (2005)

6/6/2000 - 8/26/2000 Hard Times (2000)

11/1/1996 - 12/1/1996 Sweeney Todd (1996)

7/19/1993 - 7/19/1993 Lust (1993)

4/10/1992 - 5/3/1992 Merrily We Roll Along (1992)

1/1/1992 - 1/1/1992 West Side Story (1992)

10/2/1963 - 3/21/1964 At the Drop of Another Hat (1963)

2/29/1916 - 2/29/1916 Cabinet Secret (1916)

6/28/1875 - 6/28/1875 The Zoo (1875)

- Waiting For Godot (2009)

- Frozen (2018)

- McQueen (2015)

- Fatal Attraction (2014)

- Broken Wings (unknown)

- Daytona (2014)

News

Olivier Awards Reveals Eligibility for 2026 Awards Photo

Olivier Awards Reveals Eligibility for 2026 Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026

The Olivier Awards has revealed eligibility for the 2026 Awards. The 50th anniversary Olivier Awards will take place at the Royal Albert Hall, with highlights to be broadcast on BBC TV and radio.

Madelyn Smedley and Julius D’Silva Join EDUCATING RITA at Reading Rep Photo

Madelyn Smedley and Julius D’Silva Join EDUCATING RITA at Reading Rep
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026

Actors Madelyn Smedley and Julius D’Silva are set to make their Reading Rep Theatre debuts in a new production of EDUCATING RITA, directed by Annie Kershaw. Learn more here!

Interview: 'Everyone Carries Something Difficult': Actors Mark Addy and Jenna Russell Photo

Interview: 'Everyone Carries Something Difficult': Actors Mark Addy and Jenna Russell on Joy and Bravery in THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY
by Christiana Rose - Jan 23, 2026

With a focus on the themes of redemption, resilience and second chances, BroadwayWorld UK sit down for an interview with Mark Addy and Jenna Russell for the upcoming West End Premiere of THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY.

Les Dennis, Sandra Marvin, Evelyn Hoskins Join WAITRESS UK and Ireland Tour Photo

Les Dennis, Sandra Marvin, Evelyn Hoskins Join WAITRESS UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026

Les Dennis, Sandra Marvin, and Evelyn Hoskins are set to join the cast of the UK and Ireland tour of WAITRESS, enhancing the beloved musical with their acclaimed talents.

Cast and Creative Team Set For Matthew Xia’s SMALL ISLAND at Leeds Playhouse Photo

Cast and Creative Team Set For Matthew Xia’s SMALL ISLAND at Leeds Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026

The cast and creative team have been announced who will be joining director Matthew Xia on an unforgettable journey from the sun-drenched shores of Jamaica to the cold, grey streets of 1940s London in Small Island.

Sir Trevor Nunn Directs EASY VIRTUE at Arts Theatre Cambridge Photo

Sir Trevor Nunn Directs EASY VIRTUE at Arts Theatre Cambridge
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026

Renowned director Sir Trevor Nunn returns to Arts Theatre Cambridge to direct EASY VIRTUE, featuring Alice Orr-Ewing, Michael Praed, and Greta Scacchi.

Full Cast Set For THE HOLY ROSENBERGS at The Menier Chocolate Factory Photo

Full Cast Set For THE HOLY ROSENBERGS at The Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026

The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full cast for its upcoming revival of Ryan Craig's THE HOLY ROSENBERGS, directed by Lindsay Posner.

Photos: THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY Cast in Rehearsals Photo

Photos: THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY Cast in Rehearsals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2026

You can now get a first look inside rehearsals for the new British Musical, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry based on Rachel Joyce’s best-selling novel with music and lyrics by Passenger.

Photos: ONE DAY: THE MUSICAL in Rehearsal at The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh Photo

Photos: ONE DAY: THE MUSICAL in Rehearsal at The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2026

All new rehearsal photos have been released for One Day: The Musical at The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh. Check out the photos and learn more here!

Nicole Scherzinger Joins Cast of LOVE LIFE Concert at Theatre Royal Drury Lane This F Photo

Nicole Scherzinger Joins Cast of LOVE LIFE Concert at Theatre Royal Drury Lane This February
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2026

Nicole Scherzinger has been added to the cast of Love Life: West End Unites Against Cancer, a major one-night-only concert at Theatre Royal Drury Lane in support of One For The Boys.

Cast and Creative Team Set For THE RAT TRAP at Park Theatre Photo

Cast and Creative Team Set For THE RAT TRAP at Park Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2026

Troupe has announced the full cast and creative team for its forthcoming production of Noël Coward’s The Rat Trap, reimagined by Bill Rosenfield. Learn more here!

Critics’ Choice: Franco Milazzo's Best Theatre Of 2025 Photo

Critics’ Choice: Franco Milazzo's Best Theatre Of 2025
by Franco Milazzo - Dec 30, 2025

Looking back over 2025, it appears I sat in a dark room and wrote barely legible thoughts into a notebook on about 150-odd occasions. By the grace of God and the BroadwayWorld UK editor, I saw a real smörgåsbord of delights, everything from highly anticipated West End theatre to opera, dance, circus, cabaret, comedy and immersive theatre.

Cast Set For CASH ON DELIVERY at The Mill at Sonning Photo

Cast Set For CASH ON DELIVERY at The Mill at Sonning
by Stephi Wild - Dec 29, 2025

The cast has been announced for CASH ON DELIVERY, a side-splitting farce of mistaken identity and mayhem by Michael Cooney, directed bv Ron Aldridge, at the Mill at Sonning.

Manhattan Theatre Club Reveals Latest Round of Sloan Playwriting Commissions Photo

Manhattan Theatre Club Reveals Latest Round of Sloan Playwriting Commissions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2025

Manhattan Theatre Club has revealed their latest recipients of the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Initiative commissions for new theatrical works surrounding themes of science, math, and technology.

Full Cast Set For THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY Photo

Full Cast Set For THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2025

The full cast has been announced joining the already announced Mark Addy as Harold Fry, Jenna Russell as Maureen Fry and Noah Mullins as The Balladeer in The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry.

David Hare-Led OTHELLO Will Be Released in Cinemas Worldwide Photo

David Hare-Led OTHELLO Will Be Released in Cinemas Worldwide
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2025

Shakespeare's OTHELLO, starring David Harewood, Toby Jones, Caitlin FitzGerald, Vinette Robinson and Luke Treadaway, will be released in cinemas. Learn more here!

Ramin Karimloo, Diego Andrés Rodriguez, & More Join LOVE LIFE Benefit Concert Photo

Ramin Karimloo, Diego Andrés Rodriguez, & More Join LOVE LIFE Benefit Concert
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 2, 2025

This February, the West End theatre community will come together for Love Life: West End Unites Against Cancer, a one-night-only concert at Theatre Royal Drury Lane in support of One For The Boys, the men’s health charity working to break the silence around male cancer. Ramin Karimloo, Tom Francis, Diego Andrés Rodríguez, and more will be in attendance.

Photos: Annabelle Aquino and More in THE LITTLE MERMAID at Watermill Theatre Photo

Photos: Annabelle Aquino and More in THE LITTLE MERMAID at Watermill Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 28, 2025

You can now get a first look at photos of Watermill Theatre's The Little Mermaid, based on the story by Hans Christian Andersen, Elgiva Field and Lara Barbier.

Review Roundup: David Harewood and Toby Jones in OTHELLO Photo

Review Roundup: David Harewood and Toby Jones in OTHELLO
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Nov 5, 2025

'O, beware, my lord, of jealousy' Tom Morris’s new West End production of William Shakespeare’s Othello is now open, starring David Harewood as Othello, Toby Jones as Iago and Caitlin Fitzgerald as Desdemona. Directed by Tony Award-winner Tom Morris with music by PJ Harvey, this epic story of manipulation, jealousy and toxic masculinity explores the darker side of power, rage and desire. What did the critics think?

Theatre Royal Haymarket Frequently Asked Questions

What show is currently in Theatre Royal Haymarket ?

Theatre Royal Haymarket 's current show is The Picture of Dorian Gray which began performances on 3/15/2024.

What when was Theatre Royal Haymarket built?

Theatre Royal Haymarket was built in 1720.

How many seats does Theatre Royal Haymarket have?

Theatre Royal Haymarket has 893 seats.

What were the longest running shows at Theatre Royal Haymarket ?

One Man, Two Guvnors which ran from 11/21/2011 to 8/31/2013, Sweet Charity which ran from 5/4/2010 to 11/6/2010, At the Drop of Another Hat which ran from 10/2/1963 to 3/21/1964, Marguerite which ran from 5/20/2008 to 9/13/2008 and

What show is next for Theatre Royal Haymarket ?

Theatre Royal Haymarket 's next show is Grace Pervades which begins performances on 4/24/2026.

Videos

Shows at the Theatre Royal Haymarket
DATES			PRODUCTION
4/24/2026	-	7/11/2026	Grace Pervades (2026) Click Here to Buy Tickets
1/29/2026	-	4/18/2026	The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry (2026) Click Here to Buy Tickets
10/23/2025	-	1/17/2026	Othello (Shakespeare) (2025)
7/1/2025	-	9/27/2025	Till The Stars Come Down (2025)
5/7/2025	-	6/21/2025	The Deep Blue Sea (2025)
2/20/2025	-	4/26/2025	The Score (2025)
12/28/2024	-	1/19/2025	Bill Bailey - Thoughtifier (2024)
12/17/2024	-	12/21/2024	Waiting for Godot ()
9/25/2024	-	12/14/2024	Waiting for Godot ()
8/7/2024	-	8/31/2024	Farm Hall ()
3/15/2024	-	5/11/2024	The Picture of Dorian Gray ()
9/27/2023	-	12/16/2023	Noises Off (2023)
7/10/2023	-	9/3/2023	The Tiger Who Came To Tea (2023)
6/12/2023	-	9/9/2023	Accidental Death of an Anarchist (2023)
12/1/2022	-	1/1/2023	Peppa Pig's Best Day Ever! (2022)
7/11/2022	-	9/4/2022	The Tiger Who Came To Tea (2022)
2/9/2019	-	2/8/2020	Only Fools and Horses (2021)
12/1/2018	-	1/12/2018	The Band (2018)
9/3/2018	-	11/23/2018	Heathers: The Musical (2018)
5/25/2018	-	7/28/2018	Tartuffe (2018)
5/8/2018	-	5/20/2018	Uncle Vanya (2018)
5/8/2018	-	5/20/2018	Life and Fate (2018)
12/13/2017	-	1/3/2018	The Rat Pack - Live from Las Vegas (2012)
12/13/2017	-	1/6/2018	Christmas with the Rat Pack (2017)
10/6/2017	-	12/9/2017	Venus in Fur (2017)
6/30/2017	-	9/30/2017	Queen Anne (2017)
5/30/2017	-	6/3/2017	Sand in the Sandwiches (2017)
3/24/2017	-	6/24/2017	The Goat, or Who Is Sylvia? (2017)
12/12/2016	-	3/18/2017	Love's Labour's Lost (2016)
12/9/2016	-	3/18/2017	Much Ado About Nothing (2016)
9/22/2016	-	12/3/2016	The Libertine (2016)
3/2/2012	-	8/31/2013	One Man, Two Guvnors (2011)
11/4/2011	-	1/28/2012	The Lion in Winter (2011)
8/27/2011	-	10/29/2011	The Tempest (2011)
4/23/2010	-	11/6/2010	Sweet Charity (2010)
1/21/2010	-	4/3/2010	Waiting for Godot (2010)
5/7/2008	-	9/13/2008	Marguerite (2008)
8/16/2006	-	11/18/2006	Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (2006)
6/20/2005	-	8/13/2005	Genius of Ray Charles (2005)
2/9/2005	-	5/21/2005	Acorn Antiques (2005)
6/6/2000	-	8/26/2000	Hard Times (2000)
11/1/1996	-	12/1/1996	Sweeney Todd (1996)
7/19/1993	-	7/19/1993	Lust (1993)
4/10/1992	-	5/3/1992	Merrily We Roll Along (1992)
1/1/1992	-	1/1/1992	West Side Story (1992)
10/2/1963	-	3/21/1964	At the Drop of Another Hat (1963)
2/29/1916	-	2/29/1916	Cabinet Secret (1916)
6/28/1875	-	6/28/1875	The Zoo (1875)
	-		Waiting For Godot (2009)
	-		Frozen (2018)
	-		McQueen (2015)
	-		Fatal Attraction (2014)
	-		Broken Wings (unknown)
	-		Daytona (2014)

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