West End Theatre Guide
Vaudeville Theatre
A compact Strand theatre with a decorative interior and a long tradition of stylish West End entertainment.
The Vaudeville Theatre sits just off the Strand and offers a classic West End experience in a smaller, more decorative house. It has the sort of scale that keeps audiences close to the stage while still retaining the ornamental charm and centrality associated with traditional Theatreland venues.
What’s On at Vaudeville Theatre
History
The Vaudeville is one of the Strand’s classic smaller theatres, retaining decorative charm and a properly theatrical atmosphere.
Opened in 1870, the Vaudeville Theatre is one of the older surviving houses in the West End and reflects the richness of Victorian theatre building. Over the decades it has remained a dependable central venue for comedy, drama and productions that benefit from a more intimate room. Its decorative interior and comfortable scale are central to its appeal, especially for audiences who prefer atmosphere and character to sheer size.
Getting Here
Charing Cross is the easiest station for many visitors, though Embankment and Covent Garden also work depending on your route. The Strand and Aldwych area gives you plenty of choices for dinner and drinks before the show.
Grand Circle Tips
The Vaudeville is particularly good for audiences who like older theatres with decorative detail and a feeling of closeness to the stage. It also pairs very easily with a broader Strand or Covent Garden evening.
Restaurant Recommendation
Joe Allen
Joe Allen is a dependable theatreland favourite and an especially good fit for an evening at the Vaudeville.
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