Catherine Street London WC2B 5JB
London,
BUILT: 1663
SEATING CAPACITY: 2283
Theatre Royal, Drury Lane History
For more than 100 years the theatre has become famous for staging some of the most ambitious, breath-taking spectacles seen on a West End stage. Audiences over the decades have been delighted and astounded by chariot races in Ben Hur, the Derby and an earthquake in The Hope, the Battle of Rorke’s Drift in Youth, and a train crash in The Whip, as well as sinking ships, air balloons and underwater fights – not to mention the Chelsea Flower Show, Madame Tussaud’s Chamber of Horrors, the flooding of Paris and Alpine avalanches.
Shows at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane
DATES PRODUCTION 8/27/2021 - 9/8/2024 Frozen the Musical (2021) 5/17/2013 - 1/1/0000 Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2013) 5/6/2011 - 2/24/2013 Shrek the Musical (2011) 12/13/2008 - 1/8/2011 Oliver! (2009) 5/9/2007 - 7/19/2008 Lord of the Rings (2007) 10/29/2006 - 10/29/2006 Strictly Ballroom (2006) 10/2/2005 - 10/2/2005 Little Women (2005) 11/9/2004 - 11/9/2004 The Producers (2004) 10/7/2003 - 1/17/2004 Anything Goes (2002) 7/21/2001 - 8/30/2003 My Fair Lady (2001) 7/18/2000 - 2/24/2001 The Witches of Eastwick (2000) 12/8/1996 - 12/8/1996 Follies (1996) 7/20/1989 - 7/20/1989 Miss Saigon (1989) 5/21/1989 - 5/21/1989 Nymph Errant (1989) 2/21/1988 - 2/21/1988 Mack & Mabel (1988) 8/8/1984 - 1/7/1989 42nd Street (1984) 11/14/1983 - 1/28/1984 Dancin' (1983) 5/26/1982 - 10/29/1983 The Pirates of Penzance (1982) 2/26/1981 - 2/26/1981 The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (1981) 7/2/1980 - 11/15/1980 Sweeney Todd (1980) 7/22/1976 - 3/31/1979 A Chorus Line (1976) 5/1/1974 - 5/1/1974 Billy (1974) 5/16/1973 - 5/16/1973 No, No, Nanette (1973) 5/3/1972 - 5/3/1972 Gone with the Wind (1972) 7/9/1970 - 7/9/1970 The Great Waltz (1970) 2/20/1969 - 2/20/1969 Mame (1969) 12/5/1967 - 12/5/1967 The Four Musketeers (1967) 12/2/1965 - 12/2/1965 Hello, Dolly! (1965) 8/19/1964 - 8/19/1964 Camelot (1964) 11/7/1963 - 11/7/1963 The Boys from Syracuse (1963) 4/30/1958 - 4/30/1958 My Fair Lady (1958) 11/15/1956 - 11/15/1956 Fanny (1956) 1/25/1956 - 1/25/1956 Plain and Fancy (1956) 10/8/1953 - 10/8/1953 The King and I (1953) 11/1/1951 - 11/1/1951 South Pacific (1951) 6/7/1950 - 6/7/1950 Carousel (1950) 4/29/1947 - 4/29/1947 Oklahoma! (1947) 12/19/1946 - 12/19/1946 Pacific 1860 (1946) 3/23/1939 - 3/23/1939 The Dancing Years (1939) 6/9/1938 - 6/9/1938 The Sun Never Sets (1938) 9/1/1937 - 9/1/1937 Crest of the Wave (1937) 9/11/1936 - 9/11/1936 Careless Rapture (1936) 5/7/1936 - 5/7/1936 Rise and Shine (1936) 5/2/1935 - 5/2/1935 Glamorous Night (1935) 4/9/1934 - 4/9/1934 Three Sisters (1934) 9/8/1933 - 9/8/1933 Ball at the Savoy (1933) 10/31/1932 - 10/31/1932 Wild Violets (1932) 10/13/1931 - 10/13/1931 Cavalcade (1931) 1/9/1931 - 1/9/1931 Song of the Drum (1931) 3/28/1930 - 3/28/1930 The Three Musketeers (1930) 4/4/1929 - 4/4/1929 The New Moon (1929) 5/3/1928 - 5/3/1928 Show Boat (1928) 4/7/1927 - 4/7/1927 The Desert Song (1927) 3/20/1925 - 3/20/1925 Rose-Marie (1925) 12/26/1919 - 12/26/1919 Cinderella (1919) 8/28/1918 - 8/28/1918 Shanghai (1918) 6/19/1916 - 6/19/1916 Razzle-Dazzle (1916) 11/27/1843 - 11/27/1843 The Bohemian Girl (1843) - Land of Smiles (1931) - Hello, Dolly! (1979)
News
Broadway 2026/27: Season Preview: Upcoming Premieres and Star-Studded Revivals
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 13, 2026
2026 is halfway over, which means that the 2026/27 Broadway season has just begun! Now that the 79th Annual Tony Awards have concluded, all eyes are already on the lineup for the new Broadway season and many Broadway productions have already revealed full details of their upcoming engagements.
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 13, 2026
2026 is halfway over, which means that the 2026/27 Broadway season has just begun! Now that the 79th Annual Tony Awards have concluded, all eyes are already on the lineup for the new Broadway season and many Broadway productions have already revealed full details of their upcoming engagements.
SIX Extends On The West End
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 6, 2026
The producers of SIX have announced that the West End production has extended its reign at the Vaudeville Theatre, with tickets now on sale. The announcement follows a remarkable period of continued international success.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 6, 2026
The producers of SIX have announced that the West End production has extended its reign at the Vaudeville Theatre, with tickets now on sale. The announcement follows a remarkable period of continued international success.
Video: Watch Sting and Shaggy Perform THE LAST SHIP on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 5, 2026
On Friday, Sting and Shaggy took the Good Morning America stage to perform a medley from Sting's musical The Last Ship. Watch the duo sing 'All This Time' and 'The Last Ship'.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 5, 2026
On Friday, Sting and Shaggy took the Good Morning America stage to perform a medley from Sting's musical The Last Ship. Watch the duo sing 'All This Time' and 'The Last Ship'.
Gregor Milne and Barry James Will Join Ben Platt in MIDNIGHT AT THE NEVER GET
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2026
The full cast has been announced for Midnight at The Never Get with book, music and lyrics by Academy Award, Golden Globe and Grammy-winner Mark Sonnenblick.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2026
The full cast has been announced for Midnight at The Never Get with book, music and lyrics by Academy Award, Golden Globe and Grammy-winner Mark Sonnenblick.
Photos: Sierra Boggess in Concert at Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 1, 2026
Broadway and West End star Sierra Boggess returned to London for a one-night-only solo concert at London's Theatre Royal Drury Lane. See photos of the concert here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 1, 2026
Broadway and West End star Sierra Boggess returned to London for a one-night-only solo concert at London's Theatre Royal Drury Lane. See photos of the concert here!
Sting Will Star in Reimagined THE LAST SHIP in the West End
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026
Sting will star in a newly reimagined production of THE LAST SHIP at Theatre Royal Drury Lane, featuring a new book by Barney Norris, new songs, and direction by Leo Warner.
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026
Sting will star in a newly reimagined production of THE LAST SHIP at Theatre Royal Drury Lane, featuring a new book by Barney Norris, new songs, and direction by Leo Warner.
Photos: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR In Rehearsal with Sam Ryder and More
by A.A. Cristi - May 27, 2026
Go inside rehearsal for the new West End production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's Jesus Christ Superstar. Check out photos of vocalist Sam Ryder and more as they prepare to ressurect the classic rock musical.
by A.A. Cristi - May 27, 2026
Go inside rehearsal for the new West End production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's Jesus Christ Superstar. Check out photos of vocalist Sam Ryder and more as they prepare to ressurect the classic rock musical.
New Book 'Seething Lane' Explores Theatre Royal Drury Lane and King Charles II's Mistresses
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2026
Historian Jack Jewers' debut novel Seething Lane follows Samuel Pepys through a murder mystery set in Restoration London, weaving in the history of Theatre Royal Drury Lane and the influence of King Charles II's mistresses on the city.
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2026
Historian Jack Jewers' debut novel Seething Lane follows Samuel Pepys through a murder mystery set in Restoration London, weaving in the history of Theatre Royal Drury Lane and the influence of King Charles II's mistresses on the city.
Review: MEGAN HILTY, Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by Cindy Marcolina - May 26, 2026
It might still be some time until Death Becomes Her hits London, but the West End was ablaze with its spirit this past weekend, when Megan Hilty graced the stage of the Theatre Royal Drury Lane. No one does it like the Broadway superstar. Hilty delighted the audience with stories spanning over two decades’ worth of showbiz experience. In sky-high heels and two gowns to die for, it was a stunning showcase of her incredible range.
by Cindy Marcolina - May 26, 2026
It might still be some time until Death Becomes Her hits London, but the West End was ablaze with its spirit this past weekend, when Megan Hilty graced the stage of the Theatre Royal Drury Lane. No one does it like the Broadway superstar. Hilty delighted the audience with stories spanning over two decades’ worth of showbiz experience. In sky-high heels and two gowns to die for, it was a stunning showcase of her incredible range.
Photos: Megan Hilty Performs in Concert at Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
Megan Hilty performed two sold-out concerts at London's Theatre Royal Drury Lane, where she performed songs from her career. Check out photos from the performance here!
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
Megan Hilty performed two sold-out concerts at London's Theatre Royal Drury Lane, where she performed songs from her career. Check out photos from the performance here!
Video: Sam Ryder and Andrew Lloyd Webber Perform 'Gethsemane' From JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2026
Earlier this week, Sam Ryder surprised crowds at The Other Songs Live event at The London Palladium and performed ‘Gethsemane’ from Jesus Christ Superstar with Andrew Lloyd Webber on piano. Check out the video here!
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2026
Earlier this week, Sam Ryder surprised crowds at The Other Songs Live event at The London Palladium and performed ‘Gethsemane’ from Jesus Christ Superstar with Andrew Lloyd Webber on piano. Check out the video here!
Interview: 'It's Been A Long Ride": Actor Bradley Gibson On Returning to HERCULES in London's West End
by Kat Mokrynski - May 19, 2026
Having originated the role of Hercules at the Paper Mill Playhouse in New Jersey in 2023, Bradley Gibson is returning to Disney’s Hercules, this time in London's West End from 29 June! We recently had the chance to speak with Gibson about returning to the role, talking about what originally made him want to be a part of it, what it is like to come back to the role and his favourite songs from the show!
by Kat Mokrynski - May 19, 2026
Having originated the role of Hercules at the Paper Mill Playhouse in New Jersey in 2023, Bradley Gibson is returning to Disney’s Hercules, this time in London's West End from 29 June! We recently had the chance to speak with Gibson about returning to the role, talking about what originally made him want to be a part of it, what it is like to come back to the role and his favourite songs from the show!
DISNEY'S HERCULES Will Host Charity Toga Run Benefiting Make-A-Wish UK
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2026
DISNEY'S HERCULES at Theatre Royal Drury Lane has partnered with RunThrough to host a 5km Toga Run benefiting Make-A-Wish UK, with a warm-up at the theatre and an exclusive finisher's medallion for participants.
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2026
DISNEY'S HERCULES at Theatre Royal Drury Lane has partnered with RunThrough to host a 5km Toga Run benefiting Make-A-Wish UK, with a warm-up at the theatre and an exclusive finisher's medallion for participants.
Listen: Sam Ryder Performs 'Gethsemane' From JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR in London
by Stephi Wild - May 16, 2026
An all new track has been released from Jesus Christ Superstar, featuring singer, songwriter and musician Sam Ryder performing 'Gethsemane.' Stream the track here!
by Stephi Wild - May 16, 2026
An all new track has been released from Jesus Christ Superstar, featuring singer, songwriter and musician Sam Ryder performing 'Gethsemane.' Stream the track here!
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Adds Performances at Theatre Royal Drury Lane; Sam Ryder's 'Gethsemane' To Be Released
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR announced a 12-week extension at Theatre Royal Drury Lane following its London Palladium run, with Sam Ryder continuing as Jesus. Sam Ryder's recording of 'Gethsemane' will also be released as a single.
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR announced a 12-week extension at Theatre Royal Drury Lane following its London Palladium run, with Sam Ryder continuing as Jesus. Sam Ryder's recording of 'Gethsemane' will also be released as a single.
Jamie Lloyd's MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Reveals Full Cast, Dates, and More
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2026
Further details have been revealed for the upcoming Broadway transfer of Jamie Lloyd's production of William Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing. Learn more about the cast, creative team, and dates here!
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2026
Further details have been revealed for the upcoming Broadway transfer of Jamie Lloyd's production of William Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing. Learn more about the cast, creative team, and dates here!
Andrew Lloyd Webber Raises Over £500,000 For Music Education By Selling Wine Collection
by Michael Major - May 7, 2026
Andrew Lloyd Webber has raised £517,910 for The Music in Secondary Schools Trust by selling his wine collection. The MiSST, which provides access to free instruments, weekly tuition and a classical music curriculum to nearly 30,000 students.
by Michael Major - May 7, 2026
Andrew Lloyd Webber has raised £517,910 for The Music in Secondary Schools Trust by selling his wine collection. The MiSST, which provides access to free instruments, weekly tuition and a classical music curriculum to nearly 30,000 students.
FUN HOME Regional Premiere Finds Full Cast at Royal Exchange Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
Jodie McNee and Olivier Award-winning Nigel Harman lead the cast of FUN HOME, the Tony Award-winning musical, in its Northern premiere at Manchester's Royal Exchange Theatre, directed by Sarah Frankcom.
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
Jodie McNee and Olivier Award-winning Nigel Harman lead the cast of FUN HOME, the Tony Award-winning musical, in its Northern premiere at Manchester's Royal Exchange Theatre, directed by Sarah Frankcom.
Full Cast Set for HERCULES Final Extension at Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026
Disney Theatrical Group announced the full company for the final extension of HERCULES at Theatre Royal Drury Lane, with Bradley Gibson leading as the title character alongside newly announced cast members joining the production.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026
Disney Theatrical Group announced the full company for the final extension of HERCULES at Theatre Royal Drury Lane, with Bradley Gibson leading as the title character alongside newly announced cast members joining the production.
EVITA Starring Rachel Zegler to Open on Broadway in 2027
by Michael Major - Apr 29, 2026
BroadwayWorld has just learned that Jamie Lloyd's revival of Evita, starring Rachel Zegler, will open on Broadway in 2027. The reimagined production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic musical will make its Broadway debut next spring.
by Michael Major - Apr 29, 2026
BroadwayWorld has just learned that Jamie Lloyd's revival of Evita, starring Rachel Zegler, will open on Broadway in 2027. The reimagined production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic musical will make its Broadway debut next spring.
Theatre Royal, Drury Lane Frequently Asked Questions
What show is currently in Theatre Royal, Drury Lane?
Theatre Royal, Drury Lane's current show is Frozen the Musical which began performances on 8/27/2021.
What when was Theatre Royal, Drury Lane built?
Theatre Royal, Drury Lane was built in 1663.
How many seats does Theatre Royal, Drury Lane have?
Theatre Royal, Drury Lane has 2283 seats.
What were the longest running shows at Theatre Royal, Drury Lane?
Miss Saigon which ran from 07/20/1989 to 10/30/1999, 42nd Street which ran from 08/08/1984 to 01/07/1989, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory which ran from 06/11/2013 to 01/07/2017, and Frozen the Musical which ran from 09/08/2021 to 09/08/2024
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