The magnificent Apollo Theatre is located at Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 7EZ. Positioned at one of the most popular streets of London, Shaftesbury Avenue also has some other popular London theatres such as Lyric and Queens. The venue also has huge range of bars and restaurants in Chinatown. Other popular landmarks near Apollo Theatre are Leicester Square, Covent Garden and Piccadilly Circus.
Apollo Theatre is located at an accessible location and can be easily commuted via various modes of commutations such as buses, tubes, cars and taxis. You can visit via bus route numbers 1, 14, 19, 22, 24, 29, 38, 55 and 176. On both Bakerloo and Piccadilly Line, the closest tube station is Piccadilly Circus.
Apollo Theatre has occupancy of 775 which is categorised into Stalls, Dress Circle, Upper Circle and Balcony. For those who are looking for best viewing seats must opt for front row seats in Stalls and Dress Circle. Best viewing seats are bit expensive as compare to others, whereas seats in upper circle and balcony are bit cheap.
For disabled patrons and carers, theatre offers discounted seats and tickets. Theatre is equipped with both an induction loop and infra-red system. In the year 1901, Apollo Theatre made its opening in the heart of Theatreland. Most of the light operas and comedies like Kitty Grey and Veronique were hosted at the Apollo Theatre.
Lewin Sharp, a relatively unknown architect of his time, designed the theatre. During the era of 20s and 30s, works of notable playwrights such as Noel Coward and Ivor Novello were hosted on the stage. The shows went on winning massive and critical acclamations.
Some of the successful productions at the Apollo Theatre are The Glass Menagerie, Rain Man and Yes, Prime Minister. Nimax Theatre chain is the current owner of Apollo Theatre and has been home to Jerusalem since 2012.
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Under 3's will not be admitted.