Garrick Theatre

Capacity716 Seats

Seating Tiers3 Levels

Venue SizeSmall

Theatre GroupNimax Theatres

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About The Venue

The Garrick Theatre, opened in 1889 and named after the legendary David Garrick, is a charming Victorian playhouse designed by Walter Emden. Its intimate auditorium, adorned with ornate Italian Renaissance plasterwork, creates a classic West End atmosphere. Throughout its history, it has presented a diverse range of productions, from farces and comedies to serious dramas and musicals, maintaining its status as a beloved London venue.

Seating

The Stalls offer an immersive experience, being closest to the stage. Rows A-C can require looking up significantly due to the stage height, potentially causing neck strain for some people. Legroom is generally adequate but can feel tighter in the very front rows. The rake improves from around Row D/E backwards, providing good sightlines over heads, though very tall individuals in front can still cause minor obstructions. Seats towards the ends of rows can have a slightly angled view of the stage. There is a central aisle dividing the Stalls into two main blocks.

Toilets

Gents and Ladies: all levels; Accessible: main foyer. Specifics for Stalls: Men's downstairs from Stalls, Women's at rear of Stalls.

Bars

Bars on all levels: Stalls, Dress Circle, and Grand Circle. Also referred to as Foyer Bar and Circle Bar.

Cloakroom

Available for large bags and pushchairs; small charge per item.

Box Office

12pm until evening show starts on performance days.

Location

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2 Charing Cross Rd, London WC2H 0HH

Directions

The Garrick Theatre is conveniently located in the heart of the West End. The nearest Tube station is Leicester Square (Northern and Piccadilly lines), which is approximately a 2-minute walk. Charing Cross Station (Bakerloo and Northern lines, National Rail services) is also a short 5-minute walk away. Embankment Station (Bakerloo, Circle, District, and Northern lines) is about a 10-minute walk.

At this Venue

Now Playing

Musical

The Producers

Closing 19 Sept 2026