Novello Theatre, Theatre in City of Westminster, United Kingdom
The Novello Theatre features four distinct levels including Stalls, Dress Circle, Grand Circle, and Balcony, with a total capacity of 1105 seats.
Architect W. G. R. Sprague designed this Grade II listed building, which opened as the Waldorf Theatre on May 22, 1905 with an opera season.
The theatre changed its name in 2005 to honor Welsh composer Ivor Novello, who resided in an apartment above the venue for forty years.
Located near Charing Cross station, the theatre provides wheelchair access, designated seating areas, and accessible facilities on the Dress Circle level.
During World War I, performers continued their show of The Scarlet Pimpernel despite an air raid that targeted the building with multiple bombs.
Location: City of Westminster
Architects: W. G. R. Sprague
Capacity: 1105
Address: 5 Aldwych, London, Westminster, WC2B 4LD,England
Website: http://delfontmackintosh.co.uk/Theatres/novello_theatre.asp
GPS coordinates: 51.51239,-0.11933
Latest update: December 5, 2025 16:13
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