Theatre Royal, Stratford East

Address:
Gerry Raffles Square
London,

BUILT: 1884

SEATING CAPACITY: 470
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Theatre Royal, Stratford East History

Stratford East is a producing theatre, built in 1884, in the heart of East London, situated a short walk from Stratford station. We have a proud history and an exciting future. We represent our culturally and socially diverse community in the work we make, the people we employ and our audiences and participants. We tell stories that are current, political and representative of London. From 1953 – 1979 the theatre was the home of Joan Littlewood’s legendary Theatre Workshop Company. The Company received international recognition with their acclaimed productions such as Oh, What a Lovely War! and A Taste of Honey. Many leading actors, writers and directors have been part of the Theatre Royal Stratford East family including Meera Syal, Barbara Windsor, Don Warrington, Sheila Hancock, Indhu Rubasingham, Tanika Gupta, Roy Williams and Cynthia Erivo. Under Nadia Fall’s artistic direction, we present a bold programme of reimagined classics, timely revivals and ground-breaking new work. Nadia’s first season included a revival of Equus, which received seven 5 star reviews and a West End transfer, Sir Lenny Henry starred in a critically acclaimed and powerful rendition of August Wilson’s King Hedley II, and we engaged over 300 young people in a large scale production of Benjamin Britten’s Noye's Fludde in collaboration with English National Opera.

Shows at the Theatre Royal, Stratford East

DATES PRODUCTION

2/25/2022 - 3/26/2022 After The End (2022)

6/19/2020 - 7/25/2020 Sucker Punch (2020)

2/15/2019 - 3/23/2019 Equus (2019)

10/24/2018 - 11/17/2018 The Wolves (2018)

4/13/2005 - 5/17/2005 High Heel Parrotfish! (2005)

2/4/2005 - 2/4/2005 The Big Life (2004)

4/22/2004 - 5/22/2004 The Big Life (2004)

5/7/2003 - 5/31/2003 Da Boyz (2003)

3/20/2002 - 4/13/2002 Bajiu Bawra (2002)

9/13/1995 - 9/13/1995 Jelly Roll (1995)

10/22/1990 - 11/24/1990 Five Guys Named Moe (1990)

10/12/1990 - 10/12/1990 Five Guys Named Moe (1990)

4/13/1989 - 5/13/1989 The Wicked World of Bel Ami (1989)

5/9/1984 - 6/9/1984 The Phantom of the Opera (1984)

1/26/1983 - 2/12/1984 Any Minute Now (1983)

9/21/1981 - 10/31/1981 Mrs. Tucker's Pageant (1981)

10/6/1976 - 10/6/1976 The Showman (1976)

12/16/1975 - 12/16/1975 Nickleby and Me (1975)

11/11/1975 - 11/11/1975 Cranford (1975)

7/17/1975 - 7/17/1975 Look Out, It's Sir (1975)

11/26/1974 - 11/26/1974 Dracula (1974)

10/3/1974 - 10/3/1974 The Land of the Dinosaurs (1974)

1/20/1974 - 1/20/1974 Gentlemen Prefer Anything (1974)

2/14/1973 - 2/14/1973 Is Your Doctor Really Necessary? (1973)

10/5/1972 - 10/5/1972 Costa Packet (1972)

3/27/1972 - 3/27/1972 The Londoners (1972)

10/18/1965 - 10/18/1965 Something Nasty In the Woodshed (1965)

12/21/1964 - 12/21/1964 The Rose and the Ring (1964)

9/17/1963 - 9/17/1963 What Goes Up…! (1963)

3/19/1963 - 3/19/1963 Oh! What a Lovely War (1963)

12/19/1962 - 12/19/1962 The Pied Piper (1962)

10/30/1962 - 10/30/1962 What a Crazy World (1962)

9/13/1962 - 9/13/1962 Do Somethin' Addy Man, or, The Black Alcestis (1962)

1/23/1961 - 1/23/1961 We're Just Not Practical (1961)

12/26/1960 - 12/26/1960 Tom Sawyer (1960)

10/19/1959 - 10/19/1959 Make Me An Offer (1959)

4/17/1959 - 4/17/1959 Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'Be (1959)

5/8/1950 - 5/8/1950 Cowboy Casanova (1950)

4/13/1950 - 4/13/1950 Lili Marlene (1950)

- Chorus Girls (1981)

News

Review Roundups: HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES Opens at Stratford East Photo

Review Roundups: HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES Opens at Stratford East
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2026

UK premiere of Here There Are Blueberries, a co-production between Tectonic Theater Project and Stratford East is now running at Stratford East. See what the critics are saying in BroadwayWorld's Review Roundup.

THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE Will Embark on UK Tour This Autumn Photo

THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE Will Embark on UK Tour This Autumn
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2026

A new stage adaptation of Shirley Jackson's bestselling novel The Haunting of Hill House will make its world premiere with a UK tour this autumn. Learn more here!

Full Cast Set For THE MANNINGTREE WITCHES at Mercury Theatre Colchester Photo

Full Cast Set For THE MANNINGTREE WITCHES at Mercury Theatre Colchester
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026

Mercury Theatre Colchester has announced the full casting for the world premiere production of award-winning Mercury Playwright Ava Pickett's new play The Manningtree Witches.

Full Cast Set For Theatr Clwyd’s UNDER MILK WOOD Photo

Full Cast Set For Theatr Clwyd’s UNDER MILK WOOD
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026

Full casting has been announced for Theatr Clwyd's major new production of Dylan Thomas's beloved masterpiece Under Milk Wood, directed by Artistic Director Kate Wasserberg.

Maisie Smith, Jed Berry and More to Star in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS in the UK Photo

Maisie Smith, Jed Berry and More to Star in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS in the UK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2026

The cast has been revealed for a major new revival of Little Shop of Horrors. EastEnders legend and Strictly Come Dancing Finalist Maisie Smith will take to the stage in her first leading musical theatre role, plus more!

THE HARDER THEY COME To Return To Stratford East In 2026 Photo

THE HARDER THEY COME To Return To Stratford East In 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026

THE HARDER THEY COME will return to Theatre Royal Stratford East in 2026 following its 2025 run. The reggae musical is adapted by Suzan-Lori Parks and directed by Matthew Xia, with performances scheduled from May 16 through July 4.

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.

Mercury Theatre Colchester Reveals Full Cast for THE MANNINGTREE WITCHES Photo

Mercury Theatre Colchester Reveals Full Cast for THE MANNINGTREE WITCHES
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026

Mercury Theatre Colchester has announced the full casting for the world premiere production of award-winning Mercury Playwright Ava Pickett's new play The Manningtree Witches.

FENCES and More Set For Headlong 2026 Season Photo

FENCES and More Set For Headlong 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2026

Headlong has announced details for their 2026 season including a brand-new production of August Wilson's Fences directed by Daniel Bailey (Red Pitch) in a co-production with Leeds Playhouse, Lyric Hammersmith Theatre and HOME Manchester.

Full Cast Set For Jerome Kilty’s DEAR LIAR at Jermyn Street Theatre Photo

Full Cast Set For Jerome Kilty’s DEAR LIAR at Jermyn Street Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2026

With their revival of Orphans starting performances this week, Jermyn Street Theatre has announced full casting for Jerome Kilty's Dear Liar - adapted from the correspondence of George Bernard Shaw and Mrs Patrick Campbell.

Cynthia Erivo, Idris Elba and More Among Arts Figures Honored In New Year Honours Lis Photo

Cynthia Erivo, Idris Elba and More Among Arts Figures Honored In New Year Honours List
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 30, 2025

Cynthia Erivo, Meera Syal, and Idris Elba are among theatre and arts figures recognized in the UK’s New Year Honours list. The honours also include leaders from major cultural institutions, designers, composers, and educators.

THE OPHIOLITE World Premiere to be Presented at Theatro Technis Photo

THE OPHIOLITE World Premiere to be Presented at Theatro Technis
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2025

Theatro Technis and London Play Productions will present the world premiere of The Ophiolite by Philip de Voni, which is set to be performed at Theatro Technis.

Cast Set For DEEP AZURE at Shakespeare's Globe Photo

Cast Set For DEEP AZURE at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2025

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the full cast and creative team of Deep Azure in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse. Learn more about the production and the cast here!

HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES Extends Run at Miami New Drama and Receives Carbonell Spec Photo

HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES Extends Run at Miami New Drama and Receives Carbonell Special Citation
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025

The touring production of HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES has been extended by two weeks at Miami New Drama at the Colony Theatre. The production additionally received a Special Citation from the Carbonell Awards.

Cast Set For New Adaptation of Dylan Thomas' A CHILD’S CHRISTMAS IN WALES Photo

Cast Set For New Adaptation of Dylan Thomas' A CHILD’S CHRISTMAS IN WALES
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025

The Emma Rice Company has announced the full cast for the world premiere Dylan Thomas’ A Child’s Christmas in Wales, adapted and directed by Emma Rice.

New Associate Directors Revealed By Royal Exchange Theatre Photo

New Associate Directors Revealed By Royal Exchange Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 6, 2025

Selina Cartmell, Artistic Director of the Royal Exchange Theatre, has announced that Emma Baggott and Katie Greenall will join the company as Associate Directors in 2026-2027.

First Preview Performances of THE HAMLET PROJECT Will Launch New RADA Residencies Pro Photo

First Preview Performances of THE HAMLET PROJECT Will Launch New RADA Residencies Programme
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2025

RADA and Trish Wadley Productions have announced Sinéad Rushe's polyphonic production of The Hamlet Project will have a week of previews at RADA to pilot a new RADA Residencies programme.

Full Cast Set For WHEN WE ARE MARRIED At Donmar Warehouse Photo

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,

CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT Will Return to the Adelphi Theatre Photo

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.

Black British Theatre Awards Reveals 2025 Nominees Shortlist Photo

Black British Theatre Awards Reveals 2025 Nominees Shortlist
by Stephi Wild - Sep 19, 2025

The shortlist has been announced for the 2025 Black British Theatre Awards. The ceremony will take place next month at London's Piccadilly Theatre. Check out the full list here!

Theatre Royal, Stratford East Frequently Asked Questions

What show is currently in Theatre Royal, Stratford East?

Theatre Royal, Stratford East's current show is After The End which began performances on 2/25/2022.

What when was Theatre Royal, Stratford East built?

Theatre Royal, Stratford East was built in 1884.

How many seats does Theatre Royal, Stratford East have?

Theatre Royal, Stratford East has 470 seats.

What were the longest running shows at Theatre Royal, Stratford East?

Any Minute Now which ran from 1/26/1983 to 2/12/1984,

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Shows at the Theatre Royal, Stratford East
DATES			PRODUCTION
2/25/2022	-	3/26/2022	After The End (2022)
6/19/2020	-	7/25/2020	Sucker Punch (2020)
2/15/2019	-	3/23/2019	Equus (2019)
10/24/2018	-	11/17/2018	The Wolves (2018)
4/13/2005	-	5/17/2005	High Heel Parrotfish! (2005)
2/4/2005	-	2/4/2005	The Big Life (2004)
4/22/2004	-	5/22/2004	The Big Life (2004)
5/7/2003	-	5/31/2003	Da Boyz (2003)
3/20/2002	-	4/13/2002	Bajiu Bawra (2002)
9/13/1995	-	9/13/1995	Jelly Roll (1995)
10/22/1990	-	11/24/1990	Five Guys Named Moe (1990)
10/12/1990	-	10/12/1990	Five Guys Named Moe (1990)
4/13/1989	-	5/13/1989	The Wicked World of Bel Ami (1989)
5/9/1984	-	6/9/1984	The Phantom of the Opera (1984)
1/26/1983	-	2/12/1984	Any Minute Now (1983)
9/21/1981	-	10/31/1981	Mrs. Tucker's Pageant (1981)
10/6/1976	-	10/6/1976	The Showman (1976)
12/16/1975	-	12/16/1975	Nickleby and Me (1975)
11/11/1975	-	11/11/1975	Cranford (1975)
7/17/1975	-	7/17/1975	Look Out, It's Sir (1975)
11/26/1974	-	11/26/1974	Dracula (1974)
10/3/1974	-	10/3/1974	The Land of the Dinosaurs (1974)
1/20/1974	-	1/20/1974	Gentlemen Prefer Anything (1974)
2/14/1973	-	2/14/1973	Is Your Doctor Really Necessary? (1973)
10/5/1972	-	10/5/1972	Costa Packet (1972)
3/27/1972	-	3/27/1972	The Londoners (1972)
10/18/1965	-	10/18/1965	Something Nasty In the Woodshed (1965)
12/21/1964	-	12/21/1964	The Rose and the Ring (1964)
9/17/1963	-	9/17/1963	What Goes Up…! (1963)
3/19/1963	-	3/19/1963	Oh! What a Lovely War (1963)
12/19/1962	-	12/19/1962	The Pied Piper (1962)
10/30/1962	-	10/30/1962	What a Crazy World (1962)
9/13/1962	-	9/13/1962	Do Somethin' Addy Man, or, The Black Alcestis (1962)
1/23/1961	-	1/23/1961	We're Just Not Practical (1961)
12/26/1960	-	12/26/1960	Tom Sawyer (1960)
10/19/1959	-	10/19/1959	Make Me An Offer (1959)
4/17/1959	-	4/17/1959	Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'Be (1959)
5/8/1950	-	5/8/1950	Cowboy Casanova (1950)
4/13/1950	-	4/13/1950	Lili Marlene (1950)
	-		Chorus Girls (1981)