Alexandra Palace Theatre London
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What’s On at Alexandra Palace Theatre
If you’re a fan of theatre, live music or comedy, there’s no shortage of top events at Alexandra Palace Theatre to book tickets for this year. This historic venue welcomes everything from rock gigs to touring productions and world-class musicals. Lots of new shows are to be announced in 2026, so keep an eye on this page for news and on sales.
About the Alexandra Palace Theatre
Alexandra Palace Theatre is just one of many attractions at Alexandra Palace (or “Ally Pally”), a recreation and entertainment venue nestled in North London parkland. The Grade II listed building is best known as the birthplace of television, with strong links to the BBC. For 80 years its theatre remained dark, until a renovation restored it to its former glory. The theatre is a charitable trust, operatied via APTL.
The theatre first opened in 1875 and quickly attracted Victorian audiences thanks to incredible stage machinery and effects. However, it struggled to compete with the West End and was later used as a music hall venue and props store for the BBC, before languishing for the better part of a century. After years of research and design, work began in 2016 to bring it back to life and the venue re-opened in 2018.
The restoration retained the theatre’s beautiful 19th-century character, whilst ensuring it was in a fit state to host 21st-century performances. The project was a huge success, and the venue was removed from the Theatres at Risk register. Now dubbed London’s oldest new theatre, the Alexandra Palace Theatre welcomes a variety of shows every year, with a new lease of life granted to this hidden gem in the heart of North London.
Should I get there early?
There’s lots to do in the area if you’re arriving at the Alexandra Palace Theatre early, including taking a walk around the park, a trip to one of the farmers markets or cafes, having a browse of the Alexandra Palace Garden Centre (one of the largest in London!), plenty of playgrounds for the little ones, and lots of out door activities including mini golf, petanque and even ice skating in the winter!
Map and Address
Alexandra Palace, Alexandra Palace Way, London, N22 7AY
Rail: Alexandra Palace has its own rail station at the Wood Green entrance to the park, served by Great Northern. Trains from Moorgate, Highbury and Islington, and Finsbury Park take around 30 minutes. The station is then around a 10-minute walk through the park to the theatre, or a 5-minute bus ride (route W3) if you don’t fancy the hill.
Tube: The closest tube station is Wood Green on the Piccadilly line. The tube ride from Piccadilly Circus is around 20 minutes. Once you have arrived at Wood Green, the theatre is a half-hour walk through the park (up the hill), or the W3 bus stops on The Broadway and is a quick ride up to Alexandra Palace.
Bus: The W3 bus runs from Finsbury Park and Tottenham to Alexandra Palace via Wood Green station. The closest stops for the theatre are Alexandra Palace Ice Rink and Alexandra Palace Palm Court.
Car: There are several car parks around the park, open throughout the year to all users of the park and palace. Car parking charges now apply. The closest car park to the theatre is the East Car Park. Blue badge parking is available in the East and Grove car parks on a first-come, first-served basis. A drop-off point is available at the Palm Court Entrance to the palace.
A taxi rank is located at the Palm Court entrance.
Nearby Attraction
The Alexandra Palace Theatre is one part of the Alexandra Palace venue. Reopened in 2018 after the restoration of the East Wing, the theatre is an atmospheric building steeped in over 100 years of history.
The Palace sits at the top of a hill above Muswell Hill, Highgate and Wood Green, all of which have a range of attractions to fill a longer visit to the area. Alexandra Palace itself also has a range of bars and a pizzeria for a shorter visit. As well as the theatre and a performance space used for gigs throughout the year, there is also a year-round ice rink. The park surrounding the palace hosts a range of activities, from Go Ape to a boating lake and a children’s play area.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the Alexandra Palace Theatre box office open and how do I collect tickets?
The box office is open around 90 minutes before performances begin. Tickets are now e-tickets, sent to you via email. These can be displayed on your phone and scanned for entry into the auditorium.
What time does Alexandra Palace Theatre open for a show?
The theatre opens about half an hour before the start of the show. Bars are open for longer if you arrive early, which we recommend; Alexandra Palace is a huge, historic building with lots to see and do before a performance, both inside and across the expansive grounds. Some highlights include the boating lake and ice skating rink. In East Court itself, where the theatre is located, you can learn about the history of the building in a dynamic installation, beneath the impressive glass-domed ceiling.
What food and drinks are available at Alexandra Palace Theatre?
There are two bars at the venue: the Theatre Bar and the East Court Bar. Both bars serve a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and snacks. The East Court also has a cafe, open daily from 10am-5pm, that serves hot drinks, savoury snacks, pastries and sandwiches. Hot food cannot be taken into the theatre.
Does the Alexandra Palace Theatre have a cloakroom?
There is no cloakroom at the theatre, and visitors are advised to avoid bringing large bags.
Where should I eat near the Alexandra Palace Theatre?
There are several eateries onsite at Alexandra Palace that visitors to the theatre can eat at. Phoenix Bar and Pizzeria in the Palm Court offers a menu of hand-crafted stone-fired pizzas, with a drinks menu including craft beers, wines and cocktails. There are several cafes for sandwiches and light lunches in the grounds, including Grove Cafe and Lakeside Cafe.
If you want to eat offsite before a show, Muswell Hill is around 20 minutes from the venue via public transport and has a range of restaurants including The Real Greek, Spanish tapas outlet La Lluna, and Cilicia, which serves Mediterranean dishes.
What is the best hotel to stay at near the Alexandra Palace Theatre?
The Roseview Hotel is a stone’s throw from the theatre, and situated in vibrant Muswell Hill, where you will find lots of independent shops and restaurants and are close to leafy Highgate Wood. Great budget options include Travelodge Wood Green, which is 20 minutes away by bus.
How do I contact the box office?
The box office can be contacted via email at visitor.services@alexandrapalace.com or by phone at 020 8365 4343 (9am-5pm).
