Playhouse Theatre (Kit Kat Club)
West End
Theatre District

Playhouse Theatre (Kit Kat Club)

Capacity786 Seats
Seating Tiers3 Levels
Venue SizeSmall
Theatre GroupAmbassador Theatre Group

About The Venue

The Playhouse Theatre, originally opening in 1882 as the Royal Avenue Theatre, was rebuilt in 1907 after a partial collapse, establishing its elegant Edwardian architecture. Currently transformed into the immersive 'Kit Kat Club' for the acclaimed production of Cabaret, it offers a unique pre-show experience that transports audiences to 1930s Berlin. This transformation has redefined its atmosphere, blending historical charm with a vibrant, theatrical environment, making it a distinctive venue in London's West End.

Seating

The Dress Circle retains a more traditional theatre balcony layout, offering an elevated and comprehensive perspective over the immersive Stalls area and central stage. Seating quality is standard for a West End theatre, generally comfortable with good padding. Legroom can be somewhat limited for taller individuals, particularly in central rows, though aisle seats offer slightly more space. Views are generally excellent, providing a clear overview of the entire Kit Kat Club environment and the production. The rake is good, ensuring clear sightlines over heads. Front rows (A-C) offer particularly strong, unobstructed views. Side seats provide a good angled view with minimal restriction. Potential minor obstructions might occur from the safety rail in the very front row for shorter people, or from extreme side angles.

Toilets

Gents & Ladies: Stalls, Dress Circle, Upper Circle; Accessible: Main Foyer (step-free from Stalls), rear of Stalls.

Bars

3 bars: Stalls, Dress Circle, Upper Circle. Also, Red Bar (basement) and Green Bar (exclusive).

Cloakroom

Basement (Red Bar), next to toilets; charge per item; space limited.

Box Office

Mon, Tue, & Fri: 6 PM - 7.45 PM; Wed & Sat: 1 PM - 7.45 PM; Sunday: Closed. Ticket collection for current day's show within one hour before performance.

Location

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Playhouse Theatre, Northumberland Avenue, London, WC2N 5DE

Directions

The Playhouse Theatre (Kit Kat Club) is located on Northumberland Avenue. The nearest Tube stations are Embankment (Bakerloo, Northern, District, Circle lines) and Charing Cross (Bakerloo, Northern lines). Charing Cross also serves National Rail services. Both stations are within a 2-5 minute walk.

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