201 West 42nd Street
New York, NY
BUILT: 1899
CLOSED: 1915
DEMOLISHED: 1935
SEATING CAPACITY: 950
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Full Cast Set For BARNUM UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2025
Casting has been announced for the UK and Ireland tour of Barnum, the classic Broadway musical by Cy Coleman (music), Michael Stewart (lyrics) and Mark Bramble (book) that celebrates the life of the world's greatest showman, P.T. Barnum.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2025
Casting has been announced for the UK and Ireland tour of Barnum, the classic Broadway musical by Cy Coleman (music), Michael Stewart (lyrics) and Mark Bramble (book) that celebrates the life of the world's greatest showman, P.T. Barnum.
Photos: JACK AND THE BEANSTALK Panto At King’s Head Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2025
King’s Head Theatre & James Quaife Productions have released photos of their pantomime production of Jack and the Beanstalk, co-produced by both companies.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2025
King’s Head Theatre & James Quaife Productions have released photos of their pantomime production of Jack and the Beanstalk, co-produced by both companies.
Photos: Siobhan James and More in CINDERELLA at Hackney Empire
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 28, 2025
You can now get a first look at Hackney Empire's 2025 pantomime, Cinderella, directed by Clive Rowe, now playing.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 28, 2025
You can now get a first look at Hackney Empire's 2025 pantomime, Cinderella, directed by Clive Rowe, now playing.
Northern Broadsides to Present 2026 Tour Of CRIME AND PUNISHMENT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 26, 2025
Northern Broadsides will present a new production of Dostoyevsky's Crime and Punishment, adapted and directed by Artistic Director Laurie Sansom. It will tour to studio venues in Spring 2026.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 26, 2025
Northern Broadsides will present a new production of Dostoyevsky's Crime and Punishment, adapted and directed by Artistic Director Laurie Sansom. It will tour to studio venues in Spring 2026.
THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS Will Make Stage Premiere in the UK in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2025
The Silence of the Lambs will make its world stage play premiere in 2026. Television writer and playwright Gina Gionfriddo will bringThomas Harris' gripping literary masterpiece to the stage in a new modern adaptation directed by Nikolai Foster.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2025
The Silence of the Lambs will make its world stage play premiere in 2026. Television writer and playwright Gina Gionfriddo will bringThomas Harris' gripping literary masterpiece to the stage in a new modern adaptation directed by Nikolai Foster.
THE MOUSETRAP Will Embark on 75th Anniversary UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2025
Agatha Christie’s iconic thriller and the world’s longest running play, The Mousetrap will embark on a major UK tour from September 2026 running through to 2027.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2025
Agatha Christie’s iconic thriller and the world’s longest running play, The Mousetrap will embark on a major UK tour from September 2026 running through to 2027.
Lisa Faulkner Will Lead UK Tour of SINGLE WHITE FEMALE
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2025
Actor, TV presenter and chef Lisa Faulkner is to star in the world premiere stage production of Single White Female – based on the iconic 90s psychological thriller – set to embark on a major UK and Ireland theatre tour from January 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2025
Actor, TV presenter and chef Lisa Faulkner is to star in the world premiere stage production of Single White Female – based on the iconic 90s psychological thriller – set to embark on a major UK and Ireland theatre tour from January 2026.
Photos: CINDERELLA Pantomime in Rehearsal at Hackney Empire
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2025
Hackney Empire has released the first rehearsal images from its 2025 pantomime, Cinderella, directed by Clive Rowe. Check out the photos and learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2025
Hackney Empire has released the first rehearsal images from its 2025 pantomime, Cinderella, directed by Clive Rowe. Check out the photos and learn more here!
UK Tour of THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME Announces 2027 Dates
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2025
2027 dates have been revealed for the newly announced production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, inspired by the novel and the National Theatre's stage adaptation.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2025
2027 dates have been revealed for the newly announced production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, inspired by the novel and the National Theatre's stage adaptation.
JERSEY BOYS Will Embark on 20th Anniversary Tour in the UK and Ireland in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
The original Tony-winning musical sensation JERSEY BOYS returns for its celebratory 20th Anniversary tour across the UK and Ireland, opening at New Wimbledon Theatre in June.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
The original Tony-winning musical sensation JERSEY BOYS returns for its celebratory 20th Anniversary tour across the UK and Ireland, opening at New Wimbledon Theatre in June.
WICKED Becomes The Longest-Running Show at the Apollo Victoria Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 3, 2025
WICKED, the West End stage musical phenomenon that tells the untold story of the Witches of Oz, has become the ninth longest-running production in West End history, following the completion of Saturday's matinee performance.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 3, 2025
WICKED, the West End stage musical phenomenon that tells the untold story of the Witches of Oz, has become the ninth longest-running production in West End history, following the completion of Saturday's matinee performance.
Exclusive: Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo, Zachary Pang Talk KIMBERLY AKIMBO
by Oliver Oliveros - Nov 1, 2025
'Kimberly Akimbo,' featuring the engaging music by Jeanine Tesori and lyrics and book by David Lindsay-Abaire, is not your ordinary musical.
by Oliver Oliveros - Nov 1, 2025
'Kimberly Akimbo,' featuring the engaging music by Jeanine Tesori and lyrics and book by David Lindsay-Abaire, is not your ordinary musical.
Photos: KIMBERLY AKIMBO Now Plays in Singapore
by Oliver Oliveros - Oct 26, 2025
Pangdemonium’s production of the 2023 Tony Award-winning musical 'Kimberly Akimbo' now plays at the Victoria Theatre through Nov. 2, 2025.
by Oliver Oliveros - Oct 26, 2025
Pangdemonium’s production of the 2023 Tony Award-winning musical 'Kimberly Akimbo' now plays at the Victoria Theatre through Nov. 2, 2025.
Photos: Jon M. Chu Visits The Company of WICKED in the West End
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2025
The worlds of stage and screen united at the Apollo Victoria Theatre this weekend when Jon M. Chu, the director of the Wicked film, and this year’s epic conclusion, Wicked: For Good, stepped on stage to meet the London company.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2025
The worlds of stage and screen united at the Apollo Victoria Theatre this weekend when Jon M. Chu, the director of the Wicked film, and this year’s epic conclusion, Wicked: For Good, stepped on stage to meet the London company.
THE GOLDEN GIRLS LIVE: THE CHRISTMAS EPISODES is Coming to the Curran Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2025
Director D’Arcy Drollinger has revealed the two episodes that will be brought to life at the historic Curran Theatre as part of The Golden Girls Live: The Christmas Episodes. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2025
Director D’Arcy Drollinger has revealed the two episodes that will be brought to life at the historic Curran Theatre as part of The Golden Girls Live: The Christmas Episodes. Learn more!
New UK Tour of THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME Will Open in Birmingham
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2025
Melting Pot and the Birmingham Rep will co-produce a brand-new staging of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, opening in Birmingham next September before embarking on a major UK tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2025
Melting Pot and the Birmingham Rep will co-produce a brand-new staging of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, opening in Birmingham next September before embarking on a major UK tour
Nigel Havers Announces New UK Tour for Spring and Autumn 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2025
Beloved British actor Nigel Havers will embark on a new UK tour in Spring and Autumn 2026, following the success of his first nationwide outing. The acclaimed star of Chariots of Fire, Downton Abbey, and Private Lives promises audiences an evening filled with laughter, charm, and behind-the-scenes stories from his five-decade career in film, television, and theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2025
Beloved British actor Nigel Havers will embark on a new UK tour in Spring and Autumn 2026, following the success of his first nationwide outing. The acclaimed star of Chariots of Fire, Downton Abbey, and Private Lives promises audiences an evening filled with laughter, charm, and behind-the-scenes stories from his five-decade career in film, television, and theatre.
Emily Lane, Vivian Panka, and More Will Lead MEAN GIRLS UK Tour; Full Dates Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2025
Initial casting and full tour dates have been revealed for the 2026/2027 UK and Ireland tour of the award-winning MEAN GIRLS THE MUSICAL. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2025
Initial casting and full tour dates have been revealed for the 2026/2027 UK and Ireland tour of the award-winning MEAN GIRLS THE MUSICAL. Learn more about the show here!
Photos: WICKED Celebrates 19th Anniversary in London With '5 Minute Call'
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2025
Wicked has released a new series of photographs, entitled ‘5 Minute Call’, which document members of the company making their final preparations ahead of the curtain going up.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2025
Wicked has released a new series of photographs, entitled ‘5 Minute Call’, which document members of the company making their final preparations ahead of the curtain going up.
Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers To Sunset Company At End Of 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 19, 2025
Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers has revealed the company plans to sunset the dance company following their fall fundraiser and spring home season in March 2026. Learn more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 19, 2025
Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers has revealed the company plans to sunset the dance company following their fall fundraiser and spring home season in March 2026. Learn more.
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