
The New Wimbledon Theatre, opened in 1910, is a magnificent Grade II listed Edwardian Baroque building designed by J.B. Mullin. Its grand interior, featuring an ornate dome and lavish decoration, provides a classic theatrical atmosphere. The theatre hosts a diverse programme, including West End musicals, plays, ballet, opera, and its renowned annual pantomime, making it a vibrant cultural hub in South West London.
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Seating
- StallsBe in the thick of it, but front rows strain necks and rear rows lose the top.
- Dress CirclePrime viewing from the first balcony, just watch for the Row A rail.
- Upper CircleHighest tier for a full stage view, but distant and legroom is restricted.
Stalls
Right on the ground floor, the Stalls put you close to the action. The rake is generally good, providing clear sightlines over heads.
Legroom is standard for a theatre of this era, which may feel restrictive for taller individuals, particularly in central rows. If you're in the front rows (A-C), be prepared to look up, potentially causing neck strain for productions with significant vertical staging.
The Dress Circle overhang begins around row M/N, which can obscure the very top of the stage for those seated in the rear rows. Side Stalls seats offer an angled view, with increasing restriction towards the extreme sides.
Aisle seats typically provide marginally better legroom.
Dress Circle
On the first balcony level, the Dress Circle is often considered to offer some of the best overall views, particularly from central seats. Its elevated position and excellent rake provide a great perspective on the stage.
Legroom is comparable to the Stalls, varying by row. A safety rail runs along the front of Row A, which may cause a minor obstruction for shorter people.
You won't typically find views impacted by the Upper Circle overhang here. Side seats provide a good, albeit angled, view of the stage.
Upper Circle
Up in the highest seating tier, the Upper Circle provides a comprehensive, albeit distant, view of the entire stage. It features a steep rake, ensuring good sightlines over the heads of those in front.
Legroom is generally more restricted than in the lower tiers. A safety rail at the front of Row A can partially obstruct the view for shorter audience members.
While views are generally clear, the distance can diminish the detail of facial expressions. Extreme side seats may experience minor restrictions due to the angle.
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Facilities
Toilets
| Gents | Ladies | Access. | Baby | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stalls | Gents on Stalls | Ladies on Stalls | Accessible on Stalls | Baby change on Stalls |
| Dress Circle | Gents on Dress Circle | Ladies on Dress Circle | No Accessible on Dress Circle | No Baby change on Dress Circle |
| Upper Circle | Gents on Upper Circle | Ladies on Upper Circle | No Accessible on Upper Circle | No Baby change on Upper Circle |
Accessible and baby-changing facilities are located at Stalls level, rear of seating.
Cloakroom
No cloakroom.
Box office
Box office opens 90 minutes prior to performance.
Location
New Wimbledon Theatre, The Broadway, Wimbledon, London SW19 1QG
Getting there
nearest first
- 5 min
Wimbledon
DistrictTramOverground
Numerous bus routes also serve The Broadway, with stops directly outside or very close to the theatre.
Step-by-step walking directions
The New Wimbledon Theatre is conveniently located a short walk from Wimbledon Station. From Wimbledon Station, exit onto The Broadway and turn left; the theatre is approximately a 5-minute walk down the road. Wimbledon Station is served by the District Line (London Underground), Tramlink, and South Western Railway (Overground). Numerous bus routes also serve The Broadway, with stops directly outside or very close to the theatre.