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With a new name and following a major renovation, Queen's Theatre became the Sondheim Theatre in December 2019, reopening with Cameron Mackintosh's new version of Les Miserables. The paradox of the Shaftesbury Avenue theatre, so ugly outside, so gorgeous within, is explained by a German bomb, which destroyed the facade and foyer in 1940. For almost twenty years, the theatre stood empty, before a reconstruction in 1959 created the current curve of concrete and brick. A photo in the foyer shows the theatre as it once looked, but if you want to see it in reality, the Gielgud Theatre is almost identical to the original design. The effect of stepping into the auditorium from such a bleak surround is truly magical, with the exquisite cream and gold colour scheme, and domed ceiling more than compensating for the errors of the reconstruction. A venue that has focused on short runs of high-quality dramas for much of its existence, the Sondheim Theatre has been home to many of the greatest British actors, including Noel Coward's final stage appearances, Vanessa, Lynn and Jemma
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Les MiserablesLes MiserablesJean Valjean, released on parole after 19 years on the chain gang, finds that the yellow ticket-of-leave he must, by law, display condemns him to be an outcast. Only the saintly Bishop of Digne treats him kindly and Valjean, embittered by years of hardship, repays him by stealing some silver. Valjean is caught and brought back by police, and is ast2020-02-18T19:30:00+00002020-10-17T00:00:00+0100
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PRICING £32.50-£87.50, Premium Seats £110-£177.50
DATES 18th December 2019 to 17th October 2020
Jean Valjean, released on parole after 19 years on the chain gang, finds that the yellow ticket-of-leave he must, by law, display condemns him to be an outcast. Only the saintly Bishop of Digne treats him kindly and Valjean, embittered by years of hardship, repays him by stealing some silver. Valjean is caught and brought back by police, and is ast... More about this event
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68 Regent Street, W1B | 4 minutes from Sondheim Theatre
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London > Entertainment > Theatres
Shaftesbury Avenue, Soho, London W1D | 1 minute from Sondheim Theatre
From the outside, the Gielgud Theatre is an impressive sight, towering four storeys over Shaftesbury Avenue, its height further emphasized by the turret on top. The ... More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Walker's Court, W1F | 1 minute from Sondheim Theatre
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Coventry Street, Soho, London W1D | 3 minutes from Sondheim Theatre
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London > Entertainment > Cinemas
7-14 Coventry Street, Soho, London W1D | 2 minutes from Sondheim Theatre
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London > Entertainment > Jazz Clubs
47 Frith Street, Soho, London W1D | 2 minutes from Sondheim Theatre
The legendary Ronnie Scott's has been a Mecca for the international jazz community since 1959. Created by music-lovers for music-lovers, it has played host to almost ... More
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22-32 Shaftesbury Avenue, Trocadero, W1D | 2 minutes from Sondheim Theatre
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London > Events > Theatre Dates: 1st January 2015 to 5th April 2020
Sondheim Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue, W1D | 1 minute from Sondheim Theatre
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London > Events > Theatre Dates: 14th January to 2nd May 2020
Sondheim Theatre, 6 Panton Street, SW1Y | 4 minutes from Sondheim Theatre
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London > Events > Theatre Dates: 9th November 2019 to 29th February 2020
Sondheim Theatre, St Martins Lane, WC2N | 5 minutes from Sondheim Theatre
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London > Attractions > Art Galleries
Brewer Street, Soho, London W1F | 1 minute from Sondheim Theatre
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London > Attractions > Other Attractions
Soho, London W1D | 2 minutes from Sondheim Theatre
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Soho, London W1D | 2 minutes from Sondheim Theatre
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London > Shopping > Delicatessens
61 Old Compton Street, Soho, London W1D | 1 minute from Sondheim Theatre
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London > Restaurants > Cafes and Delis
Rupert Street, Soho, London W1D | 1 minute from Sondheim Theatre
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London > Restaurants > American restaurants
61 Rupert Street, Soho, London W1D7PJ | 1 minute from Sondheim Theatre
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London > Restaurants > Japanese restaurants
64 Shaftesbury Avenue, W1D | 1 minute from Sondheim Theatre
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London > Education > Universities and Colleges
24 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, WC2H | 7 minutes from Sondheim Theatre
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London > Education > English Language Courses
10 Coptic Street, Bloomsbury, London WC1A | 9 minutes from Sondheim Theatre
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London > Education > Cookery Courses
15B Little Portland Street, Fitzrovia, London W1W | 10 minutes from Sondheim Theatre
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London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
10 Wardour Street, Soho, London W1D | 2 minutes from Sondheim Theatre
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London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
21 Stacey Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H | 5 minutes from Sondheim Theatre
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London > Nightlife > Bars
83-85 Wardour Street, W1D | 1 minute from Sondheim Theatre
Previously a blues and skiffle club and most recently known as The O Bar, Soho Residence was given a ... More
London > Nightlife > Nightclubs
Shaftesbury Avenue, W1D | 1 minute from Sondheim Theatre
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London > Business > Venue Hire
68 Dean Street, Soho, London W1D | 2 minutes from Sondheim Theatre
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London > Business > Venue Hire
24-26 Leicester Square, Soho, London WC2H | 4 minutes from Sondheim Theatre
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London > Business > Venue Hire
1 Suffolk Place, St James's, London SW1Y | 5 minutes from Sondheim Theatre
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