Garrick Theatre, Grade II* listed theatre in Westminster, United Kingdom.
The Garrick Theatre is a playhouse with a small auditorium in Westminster, featuring four tiers and 732 seats, located on Charing Cross Road. Its interior displays gold-leaf ornaments on the walls and ceiling, giving the hall a subdued and festive character.
Architect Walter Emden designed the building in 1889, with construction complicated by an underground river that required special solutions. Impresario John Hare took on the first management of the house and shaped the early years of the theatre.
This venue presents a wide range of productions, from classic dramas to modern musicals, that audiences experience in a warm and historic setting. The gold-decorated walls and proximity to the stage create a close connection between performers and spectators.
Access is from Charing Cross Road, and staff offer assistance for visitors with limited mobility. Tickets can be booked through the theatre's website, with matinee and evening performances available.
W.S. Gilbert, the lyricist of the famous Gilbert and Sullivan operettas, contributed financially to the construction and recommended John Hare as first director. This connection to the opera world shaped the early orientation of the house toward light and musically driven entertainment.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
National Gallery
127 m
National Portrait Gallery
63 m
London Coliseum
110 m
English National Opera
110 m
Noël Coward Theatre
128 m
Wyndham's Theatre
124 m
Duke of York's Theatre
28 m
Alhambra Theatre
111 m
Edith Cavell Memorial
86 m
The Harp
135 m
The Salisbury
111 m
Statue of Henry Irving
42 m
Angel and Crown
132 m
Royal Panopticon
113 m
Irving Street
102 m
Westminster Meeting House
114 m
Batman statue on Odeon theatre
123 m
Laurel and Hardy in Leicester Square
134 m
Charing Cross Library
30 m
29–30 Leicester Square
53 m
45 And 46, Chandos Place Wc2
134 m
St Martin's Vicarage
120 m
Cavell House National Westminster Bank
38 m
44, Chandos Place Wc2
131 m
Ventilation Lamp Standard Numbered 35 On Island North Of Irving Street
35 m
1, New Row Wc2
135 m
St Martin's Vestry Hall
130 m
31, St Martin's Lane Wc2
89 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes