Theatre Royal Haymarket

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See what's on at the Theatre Royal Haymarket in London

Experience one of London's top theatres at Theatre Royal Haymarket on the West End. Dating back to 1720, this Grade-I listed building offers a stunning atmosphere. Situated in Central London near Trafalgar Square and Leicester Square, it's surrounded by iconic landmarks.

The grand pillars and intricate detailing of the building make for an awe-inspiring sight. Inside, the auditorium's beautiful architecture creates an elegant ambiance. With a capacity of less than 900, each performance feels intimate. Enjoy the soothing sounds of the orchestra and talented performers as you're transported to another world.

Theatre Royal Haymarket has hosted a variety of past productions, including Waiting for Godot and Flare Path, and has featured renowned actors such as Sir Ian McKellen, Dame Eileen Atkins and Ralph Fiennes.

Take a look at what shows are on at the Theatre Royal Haymarket and book your London West End tickets today: 

A View From The Bridge

Dominic West stars as Eddie Carbone in Arthur Miller’s timeless masterpiece, A View From The Bridge, new to the Theatre Royal in London for 2024

Available to 3 August 2024
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Waiting for Godot

Lucian Msamati and Ben Whishaw star in Samuel Beckett’s masterpiece, Waiting for Godot, at the Theatre Royal Haymarket for a strictly limited season

Available from 13 September 2024 to 14 December 2024

Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out

See Peppa Pig, along with her family and friends live on stage this Christmas at the Theatre Royal Haymarket in Peppa Pig's Fun Day Out

Available to 5 January 2025
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Bill Bailey: Thoughtifier

Bill Bailey provides a magical, musical mystery tour of the human mind at the Theatre Royal Haymarket this winter. Welcome to Thoughtifier!

Available from 28 December 2024 to 19 January 2025

Farm Hall

This "riveting wartime thriller" documents the shocking true story from inside the bugged walls of Farm Hall. See it live at Theatre Royal Haymarket

Available from 7 August 2024 to 31 August 2024
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How to find us

By train: 

The nearest national rail station to the Theatre Royal Haymarket is London Charing Cross. 

  • Getting to Theatre Royal Haymarket from Charing Cross: Exit the station and turn left down the Strand. Cross over the roundabout to Trafalgar Square and cut across the square to Pall Mall. Turn right up Haymarket; the Theatre Royal will be a short distance up the road and on the right hand side, opposite His Majesty’s Theatre.

By tube: 

The nearest tube station to The Theatre Royal Haymarket is Piccadilly Circus (Bakerloo and Piccadilly lines), with both Charing Cross (Bakerloo and Northern lines) and Leicester Square(Piccadilly Circus and Northern lines) also nearby.

  • Piccadilly Circus (3 minutes): Exit Piccadilly Circus station on the right hand side (by the statue and Criterion Theatre.) Take the first left down Haymarket. The theatre will be on your left hand side opposite Her Majesty’s Theatre.
  • Leicester Square (6 minutes): Take the Charing Cross Road exit and head south toward Charing Cross. As the road forks by the Garrick Theatre, keep right and head straight down toward the National Portrait Gallery. Just before you reach the gallery, turn right down Orange Street and keep walking until you meet Haymarket and the end of the road. Turn left onto Haymarket. The Theatre Royal will be on your right hand side.
  • Charing Cross (7 minutes): Please see the directions above in the "by train" section.

By bus: 

  • Trafalgar Square: 13, 15, 23, 88, 139, 453
  • Haymarket: 6, 13, 15, 23, 139, 159, 453

By car:

The Theatre Royal Haymarket is situated within the London Congestion Charging Zone which applies weekdays (not including bank holidays) from 7am until 6pm and costs £11.50 per day. If you are driving to the theatre after 6pm then you will not be charged.

By bus: 

The best way to guarantee a cab is to visit the designated cab rank at London Charing Cross rail station. Alternatively black cabs can be hailed from outside the theatre on Haymarket.

  • Air-conditioning
  • Food & drink stands
  • Bar
  • Toilets

Snacks and drinks in plastic containers are allowed in the auditorium, however hot food is prohibited. Drinks purchased from the bar must be transferred into plastic if they are being taken inside the auditorium.

The nearest tube station to The Theatre Royal Haymarket is Piccadilly Circus (Bakerloo and Piccadilly lines), with both Charing Cross (Bakerloo and Northern lines) and Leicester Square (Piccadilly Circus and Northern lines) also nearby.

No, you can wear anything you like, except big hats!

With extra security measures being brought in across London and the UK, the theatre is unable to store any left luggage – this includes all suitcases and 'carry-on' style cases.

Small rucksacks, handbags and briefcases will be allowed into the theatre where you may be asked to open them for inspection.

Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the start of the show. The theatre will open 45 minutes prior to the performance for safety and comfort and 30 minutes before the shows for the children’s events.

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