Apollo Theatre, Grade II listed theatre in City of Westminster, England
This theatre building and music venue in the City of Westminster displays Art Nouveau features through curved lines and floral motifs on its street-facing front. Inside, a narrow auditorium rises through three tiers to the upper galleries, preserving the traditional arrangement of stage and boxes.
Lewin Sharp designed the building, which opened in 1901 as one of the early 20th-century theatre projects in London. Ownership changed several times over the following decades, yet it continued operating as a performance space throughout.
The name refers to the Greek god of the arts, reflecting the venue's dedication to performance from its earliest days. Today it draws audiences for West End productions that form part of the capital's theatre tradition.
The entrance is located on Shaftesbury Avenue, with public transport connections to Piccadilly Circus or Leicester Square stations nearby. Visitors with limited mobility should contact the venue beforehand, as the early 20th-century structure requires special arrangements.
The capacity of 658 seats makes it one of the smaller West End theatres, allowing audiences to sit closer to performers than in larger halls. Despite its compact size, the structure has endured for over a century while retaining many of its original interior spaces.
Location: City of Westminster
Architects: Lewin Sharp
Official opening: 1901
Architectural style: Art Nouveau architecture
Capacity: 658
Website: http://apollotheatrelondon.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 51.51150,-0.13342
Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:23
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