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BUILT: 1766
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Shows at the Westminster Theatre
DATES PRODUCTION 2/1/1978 - 2/1/1978 Drake's Dream (1977) 5/20/1976 - 5/20/1976 Ride! Ride! (1976) 12/2/1975 - 12/2/1975 Follow the Star (1975) 3/1/1971 - 3/1/1971 Anything to Declare? (1971) 6/5/1969 - 6/5/1969 High Diplomacy (1969) 7/27/1967 - 7/27/1967 Annie (1967) 12/9/1964 - 12/9/1964 Give a Dog a Bone (1964) 12/19/1962 - 12/19/1962 Space is So Startling (1962) 2/19/1958 - 2/19/1958 Lady at the Wheel (1958)
News
Tony Winner Dame Patricia Routledge Dies at 96
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Dame Katherine Patricia Routledge, English actress and singer, known for her work on stage and screen, has died at age 96.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Dame Katherine Patricia Routledge, English actress and singer, known for her work on stage and screen, has died at age 96.
THE ORESTEIA Comes to the Dumke Student Theatre on the Westminster University Campus
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2025
This year, the Westminster Theatre Season will include a Classical Greek Theatre Festival presentation of The Oresteia in their Dumke Student Theatre on the Westminster University campus.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2025
This year, the Westminster Theatre Season will include a Classical Greek Theatre Festival presentation of The Oresteia in their Dumke Student Theatre on the Westminster University campus.
Review: DIAL M FOR MURDER at The Forum Theatre
by John Dalton-White - Nov 12, 2024
Being a fan of Alfred Hitchcock’s works, I was eager to see The Forum Theatre’s production of acclaimed Jeffrey Hatcher's new adaptation of Frederick Knott's Dial M for Murder. Hatcher’s adaptation of the classic suspense thriller pays homage to the original and is a smart, tight, compelling update of Knott’s tale of jealousy, deception, and homicide. For those who have been fans of all things Hitchcock, The Forum’s production of Dial M for Murder will hit every nuance. From the dangling burning cigarette to the ever-present liquor cabinet and the constant pouring of whiskey or brandy.
by John Dalton-White - Nov 12, 2024
Being a fan of Alfred Hitchcock’s works, I was eager to see The Forum Theatre’s production of acclaimed Jeffrey Hatcher's new adaptation of Frederick Knott's Dial M for Murder. Hatcher’s adaptation of the classic suspense thriller pays homage to the original and is a smart, tight, compelling update of Knott’s tale of jealousy, deception, and homicide. For those who have been fans of all things Hitchcock, The Forum’s production of Dial M for Murder will hit every nuance. From the dangling burning cigarette to the ever-present liquor cabinet and the constant pouring of whiskey or brandy.
National Youth Music Theatre Announces PLATFORM And CRESCENDO To Close Summer 2024 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 19, 2024
The National Youth Music Theatre has announced PLATFORM and CRESCENDO to close Summer 2024 season.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 19, 2024
The National Youth Music Theatre has announced PLATFORM and CRESCENDO to close Summer 2024 season.
Full Cast Announced For Jordan Luke Gage's REDCLIFFE Musical Workshop at The Other Palace Studio
by Blair Ingenthron - May 19, 2024
Penned by Jordan Luke Gage, harmonized by Ben Tomalin, and directed by Bronagh Lagan, Redcliffe has unveiled its powerhouse cast for the upcoming public workshop performances on 29 - 31 May at The Other Palace Studio.
by Blair Ingenthron - May 19, 2024
Penned by Jordan Luke Gage, harmonized by Ben Tomalin, and directed by Bronagh Lagan, Redcliffe has unveiled its powerhouse cast for the upcoming public workshop performances on 29 - 31 May at The Other Palace Studio.
THE TAILOR-MADE MAN Will Be the Inaugural Prodution at the Stage Door Theatre in Drury Lane
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2024
A major new production of the multi award nominated The Tailor-Made Man is coming to the Stage Door Theatre in Drury Lane, the first pub theatre in the West End.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2024
A major new production of the multi award nominated The Tailor-Made Man is coming to the Stage Door Theatre in Drury Lane, the first pub theatre in the West End.
San Diego Shakespeare Society Presents KING LEAR For One Night Only
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2019
Returning to its roots of staged readings, the San Diego Shakespeare Society will present William Shakespeare's tragedy 'King Lear' on September 22, 2019, directed by Thomas Haine.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2019
Returning to its roots of staged readings, the San Diego Shakespeare Society will present William Shakespeare's tragedy 'King Lear' on September 22, 2019, directed by Thomas Haine.
Miles Richardson to Lead DEAR BRUTUS at Southwark Playhouse; Cast Announced!
by BWW News Desk - Nov 29, 2017
Miles Richardson leads an 11-strong cast of J. M. Barrie's rarely performed play DEAR BRUTUS in its centenary year at Southwark Playhouse, presented by Troupe Theatre and directed by Jonathan O'Boyle.
by BWW News Desk - Nov 29, 2017
Miles Richardson leads an 11-strong cast of J. M. Barrie's rarely performed play DEAR BRUTUS in its centenary year at Southwark Playhouse, presented by Troupe Theatre and directed by Jonathan O'Boyle.
Miles Richardson to Lead DEAR BRUTUS at Southwark Playhouse; Cast Announced!
by BWW News Desk - Oct 30, 2017
Miles Richardson leads an 11-strong cast of J. M. Barrie's rarely performed play DEAR BRUTUS in its centenary year at Southwark Playhouse, presented by Troupe Theatre and directed by Jonathan O'Boyle.
by BWW News Desk - Oct 30, 2017
Miles Richardson leads an 11-strong cast of J. M. Barrie's rarely performed play DEAR BRUTUS in its centenary year at Southwark Playhouse, presented by Troupe Theatre and directed by Jonathan O'Boyle.
Peter Dewhurst, Henry Felix, and More Join TAILOR-MADE MAN; Full Cast Announced
by BWW News Desk - Oct 23, 2017
Final casting is announced today for 25th anniversary production in London of The Tailor-Made Man, the powerful true story about the Hollywood studio system and its hypocrisy and the star who gave up everything for the man he loved.
by BWW News Desk - Oct 23, 2017
Final casting is announced today for 25th anniversary production in London of The Tailor-Made Man, the powerful true story about the Hollywood studio system and its hypocrisy and the star who gave up everything for the man he loved.
Mitchell Hunt and Tom Berkeley to Star in the 25th Anniversary Production of THE TAILOR-MADE MAN
by BWW News Desk - Sep 13, 2017
The Tailor-Made Man, the powerful true story about the Hollywood studio system and its hypocrisy and the star who gave up everything for the man he loved, is to get a 25th anniversary production in London.
by BWW News Desk - Sep 13, 2017
The Tailor-Made Man, the powerful true story about the Hollywood studio system and its hypocrisy and the star who gave up everything for the man he loved, is to get a 25th anniversary production in London.
BWW Review: DRAKE'S DREAM Original London Cast Recording
by Jenny Ell - Feb 7, 2017
Drake's Dream enjoyed a limited run at London's Shaftesbury Theatre in the late 1970's following its earlier opening at the Connaught Theatre in Worthing. It is a biographical musical based on Sir Francis Drake's iconic sail around the world during the 16th century and in 1977, was commemorating his 400th anniversary. The show was recorded prior to its West End run before another playwright was brought in to revise the production - it then went on to play the Westminster Theatre early the following year.
by Jenny Ell - Feb 7, 2017
Drake's Dream enjoyed a limited run at London's Shaftesbury Theatre in the late 1970's following its earlier opening at the Connaught Theatre in Worthing. It is a biographical musical based on Sir Francis Drake's iconic sail around the world during the 16th century and in 1977, was commemorating his 400th anniversary. The show was recorded prior to its West End run before another playwright was brought in to revise the production - it then went on to play the Westminster Theatre early the following year.
BWW Interview: Frances Ruffelle Talks THE WILD PARTY at Lloyd Webber's The Other Palace
by Marianka Swain - Jan 25, 2017
Frances Ruffelle is perhaps best known for originating the role of Eponine in Les Miserables. She's since done numerous other stage roles, produced several albums and represented the UK in the Eurovision Song Contest, and will soon star as Queenie in The Wild Party, the opening musical of Andrew Lloyd Webber's revamped The Other Palace; the show begins previews on 13 February.
by Marianka Swain - Jan 25, 2017
Frances Ruffelle is perhaps best known for originating the role of Eponine in Les Miserables. She's since done numerous other stage roles, produced several albums and represented the UK in the Eurovision Song Contest, and will soon star as Queenie in The Wild Party, the opening musical of Andrew Lloyd Webber's revamped The Other Palace; the show begins previews on 13 February.
Original London Cast Album of DRAKE'S DREAM To Debut On CD!
by BWW News Desk - Dec 16, 2016
Stage Door Records are pleased to announce the Original London Cast Recording of 'Drake's Dream', will be released on January 27th, 2017. The CD release continues Stage Door's commitment to preserve 'lost' British theatre scores of the past 50 years.
by BWW News Desk - Dec 16, 2016
Stage Door Records are pleased to announce the Original London Cast Recording of 'Drake's Dream', will be released on January 27th, 2017. The CD release continues Stage Door's commitment to preserve 'lost' British theatre scores of the past 50 years.
Charles Edwards Signs on for WASTE at the National This Autumn
by BWW News Desk - Jun 19, 2015
The Daily Mail reports that Charles Edwards will star in WASTE at the National this autumn.
by BWW News Desk - Jun 19, 2015
The Daily Mail reports that Charles Edwards will star in WASTE at the National this autumn.
Dominic West to Star in WASTE at the National This Fall?
by BWW News Desk - Jan 16, 2015
According to the Daily Mail, Dominic West is in talks to star in Harley Granville Barker's WASTE, directed by Roger Michell at the National Theatre this fall.
by BWW News Desk - Jan 16, 2015
According to the Daily Mail, Dominic West is in talks to star in Harley Granville Barker's WASTE, directed by Roger Michell at the National Theatre this fall.
Full Casting Announced for UNCLE VANYA - John Hannah, Amanda Boxer, Buffy Davis and More
by Christina Mancuso - Sep 2, 2014
Casting is announced today for a new version of Anton Chekhov's Uncle Vanya by multiple award-winning playwright Anya Reiss, premiering on Wednesday 8 October at St. James Theatre. Directed by Russell Bolam, Reiss' adaptation of Chekhov's masterpiece of modern theatre reignites the piece for a 21st century audience, revealing the universal difficulties of impossible love, longing and regret.
by Christina Mancuso - Sep 2, 2014
Casting is announced today for a new version of Anton Chekhov's Uncle Vanya by multiple award-winning playwright Anya Reiss, premiering on Wednesday 8 October at St. James Theatre. Directed by Russell Bolam, Reiss' adaptation of Chekhov's masterpiece of modern theatre reignites the piece for a 21st century audience, revealing the universal difficulties of impossible love, longing and regret.
Simon Callow Returns to the St. James in JUVENALIA Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Aug 26, 2014
Simon Callow returns to the St. James Theatre following a recent appearance in Great British Musicals in July 2014 to perform in Juvenalia, from tonight 26 - Saturday 30 August 2014.
by BWW News Desk - Aug 26, 2014
Simon Callow returns to the St. James Theatre following a recent appearance in Great British Musicals in July 2014 to perform in Juvenalia, from tonight 26 - Saturday 30 August 2014.
Simon Callow to Return to the St. James in JUVENALIA This August
by BWW News Desk - Jul 29, 2014
Simon Callow returns to the St. James Theatre following a recent appearance in Great British Musicals in July 2014 to perform in Juvenalia, from Tuesday 26 - Saturday 30 August 2014.
by BWW News Desk - Jul 29, 2014
Simon Callow returns to the St. James Theatre following a recent appearance in Great British Musicals in July 2014 to perform in Juvenalia, from Tuesday 26 - Saturday 30 August 2014.
JustJones& Kicks Off Off AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE National Tour Today
by BWW News Desk - Sep 25, 2013
JUSTJONES& The Albany present the world premiere and national tour of an award-winning new adaptation of AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE, adapted and directed from Henrik Ibsen by Rebecca Manson Jones and designed by Jens Demant Cole. The cast features Sarah Malin and Rupert Holliday Evans, with Elizabeth Elvin, Samuel Lawrence, Yana Penrose, Matt Ray Brown, and Lawrence Stubbings.
by BWW News Desk - Sep 25, 2013
JUSTJONES& The Albany present the world premiere and national tour of an award-winning new adaptation of AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE, adapted and directed from Henrik Ibsen by Rebecca Manson Jones and designed by Jens Demant Cole. The cast features Sarah Malin and Rupert Holliday Evans, with Elizabeth Elvin, Samuel Lawrence, Yana Penrose, Matt Ray Brown, and Lawrence Stubbings.
Westminster Theatre Frequently Asked Questions
What show is currently in Westminster Theatre?
Westminster Theatre's current show is Drake's Dream which began performances on 2/1/1978.
What when was Westminster Theatre built?
Westminster Theatre was built in 1766.
How many seats does Westminster Theatre have?
Westminster Theatre has 585 seats.
What were the longest running shows at Westminster Theatre?
Annie which ran from 7/27/1967 to 7/27/1967, Drake's Dream which ran from 12/7/1977 to 12/7/1977, High Diplomacy which ran from 6/5/1969 to 6/5/1969, Ride! Ride! which ran from 5/20/1976 to 5/20/1976 and Lady at the Wheel which ran from 1/23/1958 to 1/23/1958,
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