The historic Soho Theater offers new productions, comedy shows and cabaret from emerging writers, comedians and performers. The theater features 3 distinct performance spaces that host over 2,000 performances each year.
Each year, the Soho Theater showcases around 2,000 diverse and original performances and welcomes over 200,000 people, including families with children for select performances. The shows themselves typically last 1 to 2 hours, but many visitors spend time at the Soho Theater Bar after the show. The Soho Theater also hosts TEDTalks, industry conferences and meet-and-greets on occasion.
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Highlights of the Soho Theater
The Soho Theater Company was founded by Fred Proud and Verity Bargate in 1969 and performed in venues in Old Compton Street, Soho Poly, the Royal Court, Riverside Studio, and later, the Cockpit Theater. During that time, the company created the Writers’ Development program to premier work from new and innovative writers. In 2000, the company found a home on Dean Street to showcase new talent.
The Soho Theater offers an expansive theater venue with its 165-seat Main House, 140-seat Cabaret Space and 90-seat Studio. The lower floors are home to the Soho Theater Bar, a vibrant nightlife space for cocktails and socializing.
Good to know when visiting the Soho Theater
With such a diverse team of writers and performers, as well as a wide selection of theater, performance art, comedy and cabaret, there’s always something new and exciting at the Soho Theater. When you plan your trip, take a look at the upcoming performances and events at the Soho Theater to choose the best night to visit and experience a memorable show.
The area around the Soho Theater is known for its live entertainment, gourmet food and thrilling nightlife. You’ll find more performing arts venues, LGBT-friendly bars and clubs, live-entertainment venues and a range of diverse dining near the theater for before or after the show.
Soho Theater in London
Location: 21 Dean St, Soho, London W1D 3NE, UK
Phone: +44 (0)2074 780100
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