West End · Theatre District
Emerald Theatre
The Emerald Theatre is a theatre on Victoria Embankment, close to Embankment and Charing Cross stations. The operator's listing describes it as a modern West End venue offering contemporary productions and immersive entertainment in an air-conditioned, accessible space, with step-free access, wheelchair seating and a hearing loop. It has a Stalls, and a Circle by the show's group rates, and no lift. It is the home of the world premiere of Who Killed Marilyn?, starring Pixie Lott, until 29 October 2026.
Seating
Stalls
The ground-floor seating, and the only level with step-free access.
- Access: Row A is step-free for transferring and non-transferring wheelchair users. Rows AA, A, B, BB, C and D are recommended for anyone who needs to avoid steps.
- View: the venue does not publish sightlines, so none are claimed here.
Circle
Group rates for the current show refer to a Circle as well as the Stalls. The venue says there is no lift, so upper seats are reached by stairs.
- View: the venue does not publish sightlines, so none are claimed here.
Good to know
Access facts, from the venue's listing on ATG Tickets and the current show's booking page.
Access
- Step-free seatsWhat the venue saysRow A of the Stalls is step-free, for both transferring and non-transferring wheelchair users. Rows AA, A, B, BB, C and D are recommended for anyone who needs to avoid steps.
- LiftWhat the venue saysNone. The show's booking page asks you to book the Stalls for step-free access.
- ToiletsWhat the venue saysDisabled-access toilets, reached from step-free areas.
- HearingWhat the venue saysA hearing loop is installed.
- SightWhat the venue saysVisual support can be provided for blind or partially sighted visitors.
- Assistance dogsWhat the venue saysWelcome; staff can look after the dog during the performance if you ask in advance or on arrival.
- ParkingWhat the venue saysNo accessible parking on site.
| Area | What the venue says |
|---|---|
| Step-free seats | Row A of the Stalls is step-free, for both transferring and non-transferring wheelchair users. Rows AA, A, B, BB, C and D are recommended for anyone who needs to avoid steps. |
| Lift | None. The show's booking page asks you to book the Stalls for step-free access. |
| Toilets | Disabled-access toilets, reached from step-free areas. |
| Hearing | A hearing loop is installed. |
| Sight | Visual support can be provided for blind or partially sighted visitors. |
| Assistance dogs | Welcome; staff can look after the dog during the performance if you ask in advance or on arrival. |
| Parking | No accessible parking on site. |
Anyone with claustrophobia is advised to contact the access champion before visiting, as some areas of the building may not be suitable. Wheelchair enquiries for Who Killed Marilyn? go to tickets@whokilledmarilyn.uk.
Facilities
Toilets
Disabled-access toilets, reached from step-free areas.
Box office
10:00 – 19:45
Mon to Sat
Bars
Not described on the venue's listing.
Cloakroom
Not described on the venue's listing. Bag checks may take place, so leave extra time and do not bring suitcases, rucksacks or large bags.
Closed on Sundays. The venue opens 75 minutes before each performance.
Location
Open in MapsEmerald Theatre, 8 Victoria Embankment, London, WC2R 2AB
Directions
The closest tube station is Embankment (Bakerloo, Northern, District and Circle lines) and the closest National Rail station is Charing Cross; Temple (District and Circle) is also close. The closest place to park is Drury Lane. The theatre's listing names several bus routes that stop nearby but the list is hard to read, so use a journey planner for buses.
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