West End
Theatre District
London Coliseum
Capacity2359 Seats
Seating Tiers4 Levels
Venue SizeHuge
Theatre GroupEnglish National Opera
About The Venue
The London Coliseum, opened in 1904 and designed by Frank Matcham, is one of London's largest and most opulent theatres. Originally a variety theatre, it now serves as the home of the English National Opera (ENO) and hosts performances by the English National Ballet. Its grand Edwardian Baroque architecture, featuring a magnificent dome, creates a lavish and historic atmosphere, making it a significant landmark in London's theatreland.
Seating
Toilets
General: all levels. Accessible: lower ground/basement, Stalls, Dress Circle, Balcony.
Bars
Four bars on every level of the auditorium. Named bars include American Bar, Champagne Bar, Sky Bar (Upper Circle), Stalls Bar, Veuve Clicquot Bar, Hunter's Bar.
Cloakroom
Small cloakroom in the foyer next to the main staircase. Opens 75 minutes before performance, closes 30 minutes after. £2 per item (small bags, coats). Large bags/suitcases not accommodated.
Box Office
On performance days with an evening show: 10:00 until 30 minutes after show starts. On days with only a matinee: 2 hours before performance until 15 minutes after start.
Stage Door
1-4 Bedfordbury, London, WC2N 4BP. From main entrance, turn left, go down the first street next to the venue, then on the left, it will clearly say 'stage door'.
Location
Open in MapsSt Martin's Lane, London, WC2N 4ES
Directions
The London Coliseum is centrally located and easily accessible. The nearest Tube stations are: - Leicester Square (Northern and Piccadilly lines), approximately a 3-minute walk. - Charing Cross (Bakerloo and Northern lines, and National Rail services), approximately a 5-minute walk. - Embankment (Bakerloo, Northern, District, and Circle lines), approximately an 8-minute walk. Numerous bus routes serve Trafalgar Square and St Martin's Lane, both within a short walking distance of the theatre.
