Hippodrome, Casino and theatre in West End, England
The London Hippodrome stands at the intersection of Cranbourn Street and Charing Cross Road, featuring Art Nouveau architecture with cream and gold decorations.
Frank Matcham designed this Grade II listed building in 1900, initially creating a venue that combined circus performances with an innovative water tank system.
The Hippodrome marked a milestone in British entertainment by hosting the first official jazz performance in the UK by the Original Dixieland Jazz Band in 1919.
The venue operates as a casino with multiple gaming floors, while the Matcham Room continues to present theatrical productions and cabaret performances.
The original structure included a retractable glass roof and an arena that could transform into a water tank for aquatic shows with diving performances.
Location: City of Westminster
Inception: 1900
Architects: Frank Matcham
Official opening: 1900
Architectural style: Art Nouveau architecture
Address: Hippodrome Corner, 10 Cranbourne Street, London, Westminster, WC2H 7JH, England
Website: https://hippodromecasino.com
GPS coordinates: 51.51140,-0.12860
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:38
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