New London Theatre
Overview
The New London Theatre is probably best known as the home of Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical Cats and even more recently as that of the National Theatre’s production of War Horse. The theatre is a short walk from the famous Covent Garden market and piazza, the Royal Opera House and a variety of shops, restaurants and cafés. If you are celebrating a special occasion or entertaining guests why not take advantage of our own in house hospitality by organising a VIP Experience to make your visit even more special.
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Practical Information
Drury Lane, Covent Garden, London, WC2B 5SU
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0844 4124654
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New London Theatre
- Address
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Drury Lane
Covent GardenLondonWC2B 5SU - Telephone:
- 0844 4124654
- Public transport:
- (5mins) Go right on Long Acre; turn left at Drury Lane and you’ll see the theatre 100 metres away on a corner.
Getting There
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Facilities
- Event Facilities
- Raked or tiered seating offered
Latest 5 reviews of New London Theatre
I wondered what was so "new" about the New London Theatre, given it was a rather dated building. As an American in London, I suppose everything is relative.
I saw War Horse here and the venue is fantastic for viewing purposes. Intimate and not a bad seat in the house. It has a full bar, actually two, if you need something at intermission.more
I saw the play "Warhorse" with my parents when they came to visit me for a weekend. This is one of the favorite plays. The way the people move with the horses and the noises they make. It's like it's a real horse! We sat front row so we were close to the action. i heard it's being made into a movie now. It will be a good movie!more
I recently saw War Horse here... and believe me, it was incredible. The show was without doubt worthy of a 5 star review. But hey, this is about the theatre.
New London Theatre is a 1970's architect's wet dream. The exterior and lobbies are a mish-mash of tinted glass, pebbledash, jutting balconies, Escher like staircases and mezzanines. The Theatre Royal it is not. But, once inside the...more
The New London Theatre is tucked away in one of the fringes of London's theatreland but not a long walk from Covent Garden.
It has quite a unique feel with its circular stage and banked seats surrounding the stage, giving all seats a good view and connecting the audience more with the drama and action due to the apparent proximity to the stage. In fact, during the performance of Cats, the...more
Musicals are musicals...meaning you can see the same in many cities in many venues. This venue is unique and memorable because of the circular stage. It has an intimate feel that sucks you in versus feeling like an audience member in audience lined rows.more