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Modern contemporary dance and music performance space. Occupying a site with a long tradition of entertaining Londoners, Sadler's Wells exists to bring the best of national and international dance, ballet, opera and music theatre to the capital. Now a strikingly modern building with flexible performance and auditorium spaces, the original Sadler's Wells opened in 1683. Six Sadler's Wells later and sleek steel and glass have replaced the crumbling brick edifice of previous centuries. Originally a music hall, the venue now boasts a resoundingly contemporary but extremely accessible programme - with an emphasis on dance and movement - supported by innovative visual arts exhibitions in its public spaces. Sadler's really came into its own when Lilian Baylis took charge in the 1920s. Since then many of the world's best dancers have performed on this Islington stage. In 1995, Matthew Bourne premiered his magnificent Swan Lake here which went on to become the West End's longest running ballet. Sadler's Wells continues to have close associations with the centrally located Peacock Theatre, its home during periods of renovation, while the Lilian Baylis Theatre - now a highly regarded venue in itself is located within the Sadler's Wells Islington complex. Its really worth checking out whats on here if youre down for the weekend. Ranging from the cutting-edge to the mainstream, some truly landmark productions have taken place here over the years (Edward Scissorhands) which make this an attractive proposition for entertainment in the capital.
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Ballet and Bourne, Swan Lake and Scissorhands, contemporary dance and classics.
Sadler's Wells Theatre events
event > Concerts > Opera
PRICING £24-£85
DATES Friday 19th and Saturday 20th October 2018 - 7.30pm
This beautiful, love story, a masterpiece championed by the Peking Opera Master Mei Lanfang, showcases the masterful art of Peking Opera with its elegant and enchanting dance, song and music.
event > Dance > Traditional dance - Modern
PRICING £12-£32
DATES 22nd, 23rd and 24th October 2018 - 7.30pm
The established choreographer presents the world premiere of her work reflecting on the modern connotations of the Greek myth, exploring the enduring power of the feminine symbol.
event > Dance > Traditional dance - Ballet
PRICING £12-£45
DATES 1st and 2nd November 2018 at 7.30pm & 3rd November 2018 at 2.30pm and 7.30pm
Frederick Ashton's version of the romantic ballet about forbidden love. Performed to music by Ferdinand Herold.
event > Dance > Traditional dance - Group
PRICING £12-£45
DATES 13th to 17th Nov 2018
The UK premiere of American choreographer's collaboration with the musical ensemble founded by Yo-Yo Ma and Howard Hodgkin, based on the Azerbaijani opera by Uzeyir Hajibeyli, in which a man loses his mind to love.
Matthew Bourne's Swan LakeMatthew Bourne's Swan LakeMatthew Bourne's triumphant modern re-interpretation of Swan Lake, replacing the traditional female corps de ballet with a menacing male ensemble, comes home to Sadler's Wells for Christmas. This highly original all-male production premiered at Sadler's Wells in 1995 and became the longest running ballet in the West End, before playing on Broadway 2018-12-04T00:00:00+00002019-01-27T00:00:00+0000
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event > Dance > Traditional dance - Modern
PRICING £12, £28, £38, £50, £62, £72
DATES 4th December 2018 to 27th January 2019
Matthew Bourne's triumphant modern re-interpretation of Swan Lake, replacing the traditional female corps de ballet with a menacing male ensemble, comes home to Sadler's Wells for Christmas. This highly original all-male production premiered at Sadler's Wells in 1995 and became the longest running ballet in the West End, before playing on Broadway ... More about this event
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60 Pentonville Road, N1 | 5 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London - Islington underwent a major refurbishment in 2014, transforming the rooms and suites into a stylish accommodation option. The newly ... More
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1 Kings Cross Road, WC1X | 7 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
Halfway between the City and the west End, the Bloomsbury area is an oasis of calm in the very heart of the capital. It's a lovely ... More
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Central Street, EC1V | 8 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
Near to the City, and convenient for the The Barbican arts centre and Moorfields Eye Hospital, this hotel is modern, clean and functional. Equipped with its ... More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
418 St John Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 3 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
One of London's most famous fringe pub theatres, the Old Red Lion Theatre in Islington was founded in 1979 by Charlie Hanson and is a welcome ... More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Guardian House, 119 Farringdon Road, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 8 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
Taking over the old Guardian building in Farringdon and filling it with rehearsal rooms and performance spaces, Theatre Delicatessen not only takes an entrepreneurial approach to ... More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Guardian House, 119 Farringdon Road, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 8 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
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London > Entertainment > Classical Music
Rosebery Avenue, Islington, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | Same location as Sadler's Wells Theatre
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London > Entertainment >
10-14 White Lion Street, Angel, N1 | 4 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
Bringing the fantasies of many ... More
London > Entertainment > Live Music
96-98 Pentonville Road, Clerkenwell, London N1 | 6 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
The Lexington is both a music venue and an English pub that thinks it's an American speakeasy. While this may sound like trying to please all ... More
London > Events > Dance Dates: 18th October - 20th October 2018
Sadler's Wells Theatre, Rosebery Avenue, EC1R | Same location as Sadler's Wells Theatre
Contemporary dance as cross-cultural storytelling, Chotto Desh, meaning 'small homeland', is aimed at children aged 7 and above and their families.DESH was an instant hit when ...More
London > Events > Concerts Dates: Friday 19th and Saturday 20th October 2018 - 7.30pm
Sadler's Wells Theatre, Rosebery Avenue, EC1R | Same location as Sadler's Wells Theatre
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Sights and Attractions near Sadler's Wells Theatre
London > Attractions > Sights
407 St John Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 3 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
Launched in late 2010, the Angel Building in Islington transformed from an under-used early 1980s commercial block into an award-winning office space, reinvented by architects ... More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
7 Torrens Street, Islington, London EC1V | 4 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
Built in the late 19th century, The Islington Metalworks is a building steeped in history. All three floors were initially used to stable the horses that ... More
London > Attractions > Other Attractions
Exmouth Market, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 5 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
A rich hunting ground for restaurants and bars, Exmouth Market twinkles under the fairy lights that zig-zag overhead across the scenic pedestrianised street. Hip hang outs ... More
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London > Shopping > Jewellery
41 Exmouth Market, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 5 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
Established in Clerkenwell in 1997, EC One jewellery has built up a glittering reputation for its individual, stylish jewellery. Husband and wife team Jos and Alison ... More
London > Shopping > Supermarkets
18 Penton Street, Islington, London N1 | 6 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
This independent supermarket between Angel and Kings Cross sells good quality organic food, Bundaberg root beer and Fentiman's cola as well as all the basics. ... More
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
26a Chapel Market, Islington, London N1 | 6 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
This traditional bakery, drawing on British and Gallic roots, has made an indelible mark on the foodies of Islington. With nearly twenty types of bread - ... More
Restaurants near Sadler's Wells Theatre
London > Restaurants > Italian restaurants
316 St. John Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 1 minute from Sadler's Wells Theatre
Influenced by the diverse Italian regions as well as hints from Spanish cooking, Adha Chef brings sumptuous, authentic flavours to Islington's popular Quinto Quarto. Drawing on ... More
London > Restaurants > Modern European restaurants
360 - 362 St. John Street, Islington, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 1 minute from Sadler's Wells Theatre
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London > Restaurants > Vegetarian restaurants
370 St John Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 2 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
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London > Education > Cookery Courses
Bourne & Hollingsworth Buildings, 42 Northampton Road, EC1R | 5 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
Featuring six catering stations, a demonstration bench and a communal dining table, B&H Kitchen , the cookery school from Bourne & Hollingsworth Group, guides Londoners ... More
London > Education > Evening Classes
Garden Floor, 6 Coldbath Square, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 8 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
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London > Education > Professional Training
161 Old Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 12 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
This gorgeous 18th century Grade I listed Hawksmoor church is one of a number of London churches which has, in recent years, been converted into a ... More
Leisure near Sadler's Wells Theatre
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Northampton Road, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 5 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
A busy park in Islington beside the Three Corners Centre youth centre and Adventure Playground, the 2.02 acre Spa Fields include a children's playground, tarmac ... More
London > Leisure >
The Basement, 49-51 Central Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 10 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
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London > Leisure > Sports Facilities
Norman Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 10 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
Excellent fencing courses for beginners with highly trained coaches, good facilities and years of experience teaching this ancient, noble sport. Fencing is very good fun and ... More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
55 Exmouth Market, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 5 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
The Ambassador is one of the more special among of the gastro pubs in Exmouth Market thanks to its short but eclectic menu. It also owes ... More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
240 St John Street, Clerkenwell, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 5 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
The Peasant is really two different eateries under one roof. Downstairs is a crowded and cheerful gastropub, with a menu of substantial tapas and platters. Upstairs ... More
Nightlife near Sadler's Wells Theatre
London > Nightlife > Bars
3 Chapel Market, Islington, London N1 | 6 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
Retro-trendy, infectiously popular, and staunchly pioneering London's first Irish cocktail bar is a welcome addition to Islington's portfolio of drinking venues. A heady mix of curved ... More
London > Nightlife >
113-117 Farringdon Road, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 9 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
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London > Business > Venue Hire
52 Upper Street, Islington, London N1 | 8 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
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London > Business > Venue Hire
St. Johns Gate, 26 St. John's Lane, Clerkenwell, London EC1M | 10 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
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161 Old Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 12 minutes from Sadler's Wells Theatre
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