Phoenix Theatre

Capacity1012 Seats

Seating Tiers3 Levels

Venue SizeMedium

Theatre GroupAmbassador Theatre Group

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About The Venue

The Phoenix Theatre, opened in 1930, is a stunning example of Italianate design, featuring an ornate auditorium with intricate plasterwork, golden phoenixes, and a distinctive proscenium arch. Designed by Sir Giles Gilbert Scott, Bertie Crewe, and Cecil Masey, it offers an intimate and elegant atmosphere. It has hosted a diverse range of productions, from Noël Coward premieres to long-running musicals, establishing itself as a cherished West End venue. Its opulent interior provides a truly classic theatrical experience.

Seating

The Stalls section is located on the ground floor, offering a close and immersive experience. The seating features a good rake, ensuring generally clear sightlines over the heads of those in front. However, the overhang from the Dress Circle begins around Row K/L, progressively obscuring the very top of the stage for seats further back. people in the rear Stalls (from Row M onwards) may find the top of the proscenium arch or high-set scenery partially cut off. Legroom is generally adequate in the central blocks, though it can be more restricted towards the ends of rows. Side seats in the Stalls may offer a slightly angled view of the stage, particularly in the front rows.

Toilets

Gents & Ladies: Stalls, Dress Circle, Grand Circle. Accessible: Charing Cross Road Foyer (street level), rear of Dress Circle (via lift from Charing Cross Road Foyer).

Bars

5 bars: Stalls, Dress Circle, Grand Circle, Phoenix Street Foyer (Scoops Ahoy), Charing Cross Road Foyer. Ambassador Lounge also available.

Cloakroom

Main foyer; accepts suitcases, heavy bags, rucksacks, pushchairs (no coats); £1 for small items, £2 for larger items; opens 90 minutes before show.

Box Office

Monday-Saturday: 10:00 AM - 7:30 PM. No advance bookings 90 minutes before a performance. Pre-booked ticket collection from 1 hour before show.

Stage Door

Stacey Street, at the very end, on the left near a garage door. From Charing Cross Road exit, turn left, then left into Phoenix Street, proceed to end, then left into Stacey Street.

Location

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Charing Cross Rd, London WC2H 0JP

Directions

The Phoenix Theatre is located on Charing Cross Road. The nearest Tube stations are Tottenham Court Road (Central, Northern, Elizabeth lines) and Leicester Square (Northern, Piccadilly lines), both within a 5-7 minute walk. Covent Garden (Piccadilly line) is also accessible within a 10-minute walk. Numerous bus routes serve Charing Cross Road and the surrounding areas.

At this Venue

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Stranger Things: The First Shadow

Closing 2 Aug 2026