Almeida Theatre

The Almeida Theatre is a playhouse in Islington, North London, set inside a restored Victorian brick building on Almeida Street, close to Upper Street. The auditorium seats around 325 people and retains the feel of a smaller stage.

The building was erected in 1837 as the home of the Islington Literary and Scientific Society, later serving as the Wellington Club and then as a Salvation Army barracks until 1955. After decades of mixed use, it reopened as a theatre in the 1980s.

The name comes from Almeida Street, which recalls the military building of the Salvation Army that once stood here. The house now presents a repertoire of classics and world premieres, drawing theatre audiences from across the capital.

The theatre offers a membership booking system and reduced entry tickets for young visitors under 26 during performances. The location near Upper Street makes it easy to reach on foot or by public transport.

Some productions from here later transfer to the West End, including shows like American Psycho or King Charles III that gained wide attention. The stage acts as a springboard for plays that later reach wider audiences.

Location: London Borough of Islington

Inception: 1833

Official opening: 1833

Capacity: 325

Website: https://almeida.co.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.53944,-0.10308

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:25