Garrick Theatre London
Garrick Theatre Tickets
What’s On at Garrick Theatre
The Garrick Theatre is a quintessential West End venue and is most famously known for staging a mixture of serious dramas, crowd-pleasing comedies and jukebox musicals. In 2024 events at the venue have demonstrated this variety, with fans of all three genres flocking to enjoy some of the best-reviewed shows of the year. You've two more months to catch Why Am I So Single musical which is playing until the 13th of February. But for play fans it's going to be an exciting Spring with the debut of a brand new play from Mike Bartlett called Unicorn starring the hilarious Stephen Mangan!
About the Garrick Theatre
The Garrick Theatre opened in 1889 and was financed by renowned playwright W. S. Gilbert. The theatre is named after Shakespearean actor David Garrick – the first West End venue to be named after an actor. The building work for the theatre required deep excavation and was hampered when an Ancient Roman river was uncovered during construction threatening the entire project, however, despite the delays the theatre was completed and opened with Arthur Wing Pinero's play The Profligate.
In its early years, the Garrick Theatre largely staged melodramas and light comedies, including works by Sydney Grundy, Seymour Hicks and W. S. Gilbert. More recently the theatre has housed several major revivals of musicals and plays, such as Chicago, Rock of Ages and the acclaimed National Theatre adaptation of An Inspector Calls. In 1982 the play No Sex Please, We're British played at the Garrick for four years, before transferring to the nearby Duchess Theatre. The play remains the longest-running comedy in West End history, playing over 6,700 performances.
In 2000 the Garrick Theatre was acquired by Andrew Lloyd Webber's Really Useful Group but was sold five years later to Nimax Theatres, who still own the venue today.
Map and Address
Charing Cross Road, London, WC2H 0HH
Located a stone’s throw away from Leicester Square tube station, the Garrick Theatre faces the National Portrait Gallery, next to the National Gallery, and is an unmissable destination for art and culture lovers. It is a few minutes from the lights of Leicester Square and the buzz of Soho’s nightlife. The River Thames and Covent Garden are also easy to reach from the Garrick Theatre. To plan your journey to the theatre, check www.tfl.gov.uk before travelling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the Garrick Theatre box office open and how do I collect tickets?
The box office is open from 12pm until 8pm on Monday-Saturday for in-person bookings and collection. If there are Sunday performances, the box office will be open from 10am until the final performance commences.
What time does the Garrick Theatre open for a show?
The venue opens 45 minutes before the performance starts. The bars and auditorium should be open at the same time, allowing you to grab a drink and find your seat with plenty of time before the performance.
What food and drink are available at the Garrick Theatre?
The theatre has two bars, one in the foyer and another in the Circle. Both bars offer spirits, wines, beers, soft drinks and snacks. Food and alcohol from outside the venue is strictly forbidden. A Click & Collect service is offered to theatregoers to pre-purchase drinks and beat the queues. You should receive a text within 48-hours before the performance with instructions on how to use Click & Collect.
Does the Garrick Theatre have a cloakroom?
A small cloakroom is available for ticket holders to store larger items during the show. There is a small charge per item stored and access is on a first-come, first-served basis, so try to avoid taking large items with you and arrive early if you need to store anything.
Is the Garrick Theatre air-conditioned?
The venue has a comfort cooling system to ensure good air flow around the theatre during the warmer months.
Where should I eat near the Garrick Theatre?
The venue is located in the heart of the West End, where there is a wide range of cafes, restaurants and pubs at your fingertips. Browns, a British brasserie and bar, is a popular choice for a pre-theatre dinner and is just a five-minute walk from the theatre. Alternatively, head to the Garrick Arms pub, which is next door to the theatre and serves a range of British pub classics.
What is the best hotel to stay at near the Garrick Theatre?
The Assembly Hotel is located just across the road from the theatre and has rooms at a range of prices. The hotel's location makes it ideal for exploring London and is well-connected with several nearby London Underground stations. For an apart-hotel experience, take a look at the Wilde Aparthotel, which is a 10-minute walk away from the venue.
How do I contact the box office?
The box office can be contacted on 0330 333 4811. You can find other contact details and further venue information at https://nimaxtheatres.com/theatres/garrick-theatre/.
