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Laurence Connor directs the first West End revival since the original 1986 production, which starred Elaine Paige, of Chess. The famous eighties musical written by ABBA songwriters Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus, with Tim Rice, tells a story of love and political intrigue, set against the background of the Cold War in the late 1970s/early 1980s. his new West End production, presented at the London Coliseum features English National Opera's award-winning orchestra and chorus. It's directed by Laurence Connor, whose recent credits include School of Rock and Miss Saigon, Les Misérables and Jesus Christ Superstar. Choreography is by Stephen Mear.
About London Coliseum - English National Opera (ENO)
London Coliseum is a magnificent historic building and an excellent venue in which to enjoy the soaring sounds and high drama of some truly thrilling operas. This impressive theatre, which started its life as a venue for variety shows, is now - conversely - indistinguishable from its artistically first-class company in residence, the English National Opera. More about London Coliseum - English National Opera (ENO)
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The Strand, WC2N | 2 minutes from Chess
Located within walking distance from Trafalgar Square and Covent Garden, the Amba Hotel Charing Cross is ideal for guests looking to be near to all the ... More
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Leicester Square, WC2H | 3 minutes from Chess
Overlooking Leicester Square - the setting for London's regular film premieres - the Radisson Blu Edwardian Hampshire has glamorous, exclusive décor to match its high-profile setting: ... More
London > Events > Theatre Dates: 8th February to 25th May 2019
Chess, 18-20 Maiden Lane, The Strand, WC2R | 3 minutes from Chess
Transferring from Broadway, the Waitress musical comes to the Adelphi Theatre for its UK premiere in February. The first musical to have an all-female creative team, ...More
London > Events > Theatre Dates: 9th February to 22nd June 2019
Chess, Haymarket, SW1Y | 4 minutes from Chess
Paul Whitehouse and Jim Sullivan bring John Sullivan's much-loved sitcom to the London stage with Only Fools and Horses The Musical. Staged at the Theatre Royal ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
St Martin's Lane, Covent Garden, London WC2N | Same location as Chess
London Coliseum is a magnificent historic building and an excellent venue in which to enjoy the soaring sounds and high drama of some truly thrilling operas. ... More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Charing Cross Road, Soho, London WC2H | 2 minutes from Chess
Wyndham's Theatre opened in Charing Cross Road on 16th November 1899 and was owned by Charles Wyndham. One of its biggest hits was Sandy Wilson's The ... More
London > Entertainment > Cinemas
24-26 Leicester Square, Soho, London WC2H | 3 minutes from Chess
One of London's biggest cinemas, the Odeon Leicester Square regularly plays host to premieres and awards ceremonies as well as screening the biggest of the week's ... More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Chess
This historic church of St Martin-in-the-Fields overlooking Trafalgar Square was built in 1726 and is the best known work of Scottish architect James Gibbs whose ... More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
Trafalgar Square, Westminster, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Chess
The National Gallery dominates London's Trafalgar Square with its neo-classical columns and portico designed by William Wilkins adjoining the square on its east side where it ... More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
St Martin's Place, WC2H | 2 minutes from Chess
The National Portrait Gallery houses portraits of significant figures from the late 15th century to the present day. This isn't the place to come for serious ... More
London > Shopping > Specialists
7 Charing Cross Underground Shopping Arcade, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Chess
From budding Harry Potters and bumbling Tommy Coopers to dynamic David Copperfields, Davenports is a haven for magicians of every level and ability. Non-magicians too are ... More
London > Shopping > Delicatessens
5 New Row, WC2N | 1 minute from Chess
Combining classic European baking with exotic flavours of the Far East, Pan de Vie delivers a visual treat of brilliantly-coloured sweet patisseries and ... More
London > Shopping > Children's Gifts and Toys
25 New Row, Covent Garden, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Chess
Retro sweet shops are all the rage at the moment. In the Covent Garden area alone you'll find half a dozen of them, one of which ... More
London > Restaurants > Japanese restaurants
43 Chandos Place, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Chess
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London > Restaurants > Cafes and Delis
31 St Martin's Lane, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Chess
Coffee-cum-wine-bar Notes occupies a great spot close to Trafalgar Square and Leicester Square in what was a record shop of more than 15 years ... More
London > Restaurants > Italian restaurants
37 St Martin's Lane, WC2N | 1 minute from Chess
From the Italian family owned San Carlo restaurant group, who also own Signor Sassi in Knightsbridge and Cicchetti in Piccadilly ... More
London > Education > Universities and Colleges
24 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, WC2H | 5 minutes from Chess
The London Film School is the oldest-established international school of film technique in the world. The school has contributed significantly to ... More
London > Education > Arts and Drama
Somerset House, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 8 minutes from Chess
The Courtauld is one of the most prestigious art schools in the country, affiliated with the Oxbridge system and boasting a huge private location and prime ... More
London > Education > English Language Courses
10 Coptic Street, Bloomsbury, London WC1A | 10 minutes from Chess
English [Out There!] takes a very hands-on approach to learning English. The course places an emphasis on using what you have learned. Students are taken out ... More
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Victoria Embankment, Villiers Street, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 3 minutes from Chess
Created in 1874, the Victoria Embankment Gardens run parallel to the River Thames, creating a green walkway between Waterloo Bridge and Embankment, and are dotted with ... More
London > Leisure > Fitness
12 Floral Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 3 minutes from Chess
This day spa exclusively for women is a total pampering experience from the minute you step through the door. Located in bustling Covent Garden you'll soon ... More
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
10 Wardour Street, Soho, London W1D | 5 minutes from Chess
On the 6th floor of the W London the AWAY Spa certainly takes you away from the manic pace of life in Leicester Square ... More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
90 St Martins Lane, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Chess
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London > Nightlife > Pubs
33 Rose Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 3 minutes from Chess
One of the oldest pubs in London, the Lamb & Flag was once known as the Bucket of Blood, thanks to the bare-knuckle fights held here. ... More
London > Nightlife > Bars
45 St Martins Lane, WC2N | 1 minute from Chess
Set behind the facade of a boutique tea counter and a secret golden hand-shaped handle is Blind Spot at ... More
London > Nightlife > Bars
45 St Martin's Lane, WC2N | 1 minute from Chess
An oak-panelled snug at St Martins Lane , The Den is the perfect place to enjoy afternoon tea, curl up with ... More
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45 St. Martin's Lane, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Chess
To enter the stunning St Martins Lane Hotel in the heart of London's Theatreland you pass through the tallest revolving door in London, a luminescent yellow-glass ... More
London > Business > Venue Hire
24-26 Leicester Square, Soho, London WC2H | 3 minutes from Chess
One of London's biggest cinemas, the Odeon Leicester Square regularly plays host to premieres and awards ceremonies as well as screening the week's big releases. Aside ... More
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London Coliseum - English National Opera (ENO) events
Notre Dame De ParisNotre Dame De ParisCathedral bell-ringer Quasimodo falls hopelessly in love with the beautiful gypsy Esmeralda in the original French production of the musical based on the novel by Victor Hugo. Twenty years after its Parisian debut, and after receiving international acclaim in 23 countries worldwide, Notre Dame de Paris is performed at London Coliseum in French with2019-01-23T00:00:00+00002019-01-27T00:00:00+0000
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event > Theatre > Musicals
PRICING £15-£125, tickets on sale Apr 30, 10am
DATES Running until Sunday 27th January 2019
VENUE London Coliseum - English National Opera (ENO)
Cathedral bell-ringer Quasimodo falls hopelessly in love with the beautiful gypsy Esmeralda in the original French production of the musical based on the novel by Victor Hugo. Twenty years after its Parisian debut, and after receiving international acclaim in 23 countries worldwide, Notre Dame de Paris is performed at London Coliseum in French with... More about this event
event > Concerts > Opera - Italian opera
PRICING £12-£125
DATES 26th November 2018 to 22nd February 2019
VENUE London Coliseum - English National Opera (ENO)
Alexander Joel conducts Jonathan Miller's production of Puccini's classic opera about a Parisian courtesan. Sung in English.
event > Concerts > Opera - Contemporary opera
PRICING £99-£125
DATES 11th Feb, 15th Feb, 21st Feb, 23rd Feb, 28th Feb, 2nd Mar and 7th Mar 2019
VENUE London Coliseum - English National Opera (ENO)
Karen Kamensek conducts a revival of Phelim McDermott's Olivier Award-winning 2016 production of Philip Glass's opera set in ancient Egypt. Sung in Egyptian, Hebrew and Akkadian with no surtitles.
event > Concerts > Opera - Operetta
PRICING £99-£125
DATES 1st March to 13th April 2019
VENUE London Coliseum - English National Opera (ENO)
Kristiina Poska conducts this production of Lehar's popular comic operetta, which is directed by Max Webster. Sung in English.
event > Theatre > Musicals
PRICING £20-£95, Premium Seats £145
DATES 14th June to 31st August 2019
VENUE London Coliseum - English National Opera (ENO)
Jerry Mitchell directs the UK premiere staging of the hip-shaking Broadway musical, which charts the love story of Gloria and Emilio Estefan from Cuba to the streets of Miami, with a book by Alexander Dinelaris and music produced and recorded by Emilio & Gloria Estefan and Miami Sound Machine. The songbook includes the hits 1-2-3, Conga, Don't Wann
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