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Theatre Royal, Stratford East

Address:
Gerry Raffles Square
London,

BUILT: 1884

SEATING CAPACITY: 470

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


Ray Fearon, Madeline Appiah, and More Will Lead UK Tour of FENCES
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2026

Headlong announced the cast for its UK tour of August Wilson's FENCES, directed by Daniel Bailey. Ray Fearon leads as Troy, joined by Madeline Appiah, Michael Ahomka-Lindsay, and Josh Tedeku in the first major revival in over a decade.
LANNY, PERICLES, and More Set For English Touring Theatre 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2026

English Touring Theatre announced a season of five plays, including world premieres of APPLICATION 39, LANNY, and PERICLES, alongside a new production of ROMEO AND JULIET, touring venues across the UK.
Cast Set For LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2026

Shakespeare's Globe announced the full cast for LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST, directed by Indiana Lown-Collins in her Globe directorial debut, featuring flamenco dancers and a singer alongside a 14-member cast.
A CHILD'S CHRISTMAS IN WALES to Open at Theatre Royal Bath This Christmas
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026

Emma Rice Company's adaptation of Dylan Thomas' A CHILD'S CHRISTMAS IN WALES will return this Christmas at the Ustinov Studio, Theatre Royal Bath, following a sell-out run at the company's Frome home base.
Tamzin Outhwaite and Kevin Bishop Will Lead West End Transfer of Mike Leigh's ABIGAIL'S PARTY
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026

Mike Leigh's black comedy ABIGAIL'S PARTY, directed by Nadia Fall, will transfer to the Harold Pinter Theatre following its Theatre Royal Stratford East run, with Tamzin Outhwaite and Kevin Bishop leading the cast.
Creative Team Set for World Premiere of LANNY at Bristol Old Vic
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2026

Bristol Old Vic, in association with ETT, has announced the full creative team for the world premiere stage adaptation of Max Porter's novel LANNY, with direction by Nancy Medina and writing by Bea Roberts.
Cast Set for MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026

Pippa Nixon and Ken Nwosu will lead Shakespeare's Globe's production of MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING as Beatrice and Benedick, directed by Chelsea Walker. Learn more here!
Industry Pro Newsletter: The UK Is Investing in Theatre — Is It Enough?
by Alex Freeman - Apr 20, 2026

From Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater suspending operations and Central Works announcing its closure after 36 years, to Duluth Playhouse navigating a leadership transition, regional companies across the U.S. are grappling with the pressures of rising costs and uncertain funding. Across the Atlantic, the UK theatre sector is meeting similar headwinds head-on, with the government distributing £127.8 million to 130 cultural organizations, Stagetext securing funds to expand captioning access nationwide, and SOLT and UK Theatre sounding the alarm over strains on the touring ecosystem.
Royal Shakespeare Company, Stratford East, and More Receive Culture Funding From UK Government
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2026

130 cultural venues, museums and libraries are set to benefit from a £127.8 million funding boost, helping to ensure that everyone can access arts and culture in the places they call home.
Talawa Reveals Cast for FRAGMENTS OF US Outdoor Tour
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026

After a successful premiere at Greenwich+Docklands International Festival 2025, Fragments of Us returns, developed into a full-length work which will tour outdoor spaces across the UK.
Renu Arora Awarded Peggy Ramsay Award for New Writing of THE BURGUNDY BOOK
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026

Renu Arora, the award winning disabled actor, singer, writer and composer, has been awarded the Peggy Ramsay Foundation Grant. The £5,000 award supports the development of The Burgundy Book.
Full Cast Set For The Menier Chocolate Factory’s Revival of Peter Shaffer’s EQUUS
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026

The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced full casting for Lindsay Posner's major revival of Peter Shaffer's Equus, in its co-production with Theatre Royal Bath Productions.
ONCE UPON A TIME IN SOKOTO Will Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2026

China Plate and Fuel announced a new touring initiative, 'Touring Together,' featuring INUA ELLAMS' ONCE UPON A TIME IN SOKOTO as the inaugural production in collaboration with various UK venues.
Cast Set For A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2026

Shakespeare's Globe will present A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM from April 23 to August 29, 2026, directed by Emily Lim with a diverse cast including Audrey Brisson and Enyi Okoronkwo.
Extra Performance Added For Staged Concert of Joey Contreras’ IN PIECES
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026

The London premiere staged concert of Joey Contreras' In Pieces has added a fourth and final performance at The Other Palace on Tuesday 31 March at 11am due to demand with all tickets throughout the house priced at £35.
BLUE MIST Will Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026

After premiering at the Royal Court Theatre, the Olivier Award-nominated Blue Mist will embark on a National tour this June and July.  Learn more about the upcoming show here!
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
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
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
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.

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 02/25/2022

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 01/26/1983 to 02/12/1984


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