WHAT'S ON AT THE GILLIAN LYNNE THEATRE, LONDON
What's On at the Gillian Lynne Theatre, London
The Gillian Lynne Theatre is home to the smash hit, My Neigbour Totoro. It is part of LW Theatre and has a seating capacity of 1118. Opening in 1847 as The Mogul Saloon, it has been known as a tavern, a meeting place for glee clubs, a music hall, home of variety shows, and in 1921, a new era of musicals began with a trio of Jerome Kern shows (Sally, Cabaret Girl, and The Beauty Prize) being performed.
The theatre attracted stars such as Fred Astaire, Sophie Tucker, and Gracie Fields before branching out into plays by George Bernard Shaw, Agatha Christie, and Eugene O’Neill. As a new reign of musicals took hold, including Grease starring Richard Gere, variety shows such as Bruce Forsyth’s were also popular. It was equally a television studio, broadcasting ‘This Is Your Life.’
In 1981, the theatre premiered Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Cats, making use of the now infamous revolving stage. Gillian Lynne was choreographer and the theatre made history by being the first West End theatre to be named after a female. It officially joined LW Theatres in 2000. You can book tickets online below for The Gillian Lynne Theatre.
The Gillian Lynne Theatre is home to the smash hit, My Neigbour Totoro. It is part of LW Theatre and has a seating capacity of 1118. Opening in 1847 as The Mogul Saloon, it has been known as a tavern, a meeting place for glee clubs, a music hall, home of variety shows, and in 1921, a new era of musicals began with a trio of Jerome Kern shows (Sally, Cabaret Girl, and The Beauty Prize) being performed.
The theatre attracted stars such as Fred Astaire, Sophie Tucker, and Gracie Fields before branching out into plays by George Bernard Shaw, Agatha Christie, and Eugene O’Neill. As a new reign of musicals took hold, including Grease starring Richard Gere, variety shows such as Bruce Forsyth’s were also popular. It was equally a television studio, broadcasting ‘This Is Your Life.’
In 1981, the theatre premiered Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Cats, making use of the now infamous revolving stage. Gillian Lynne was choreographer and the theatre made history by being the first West End theatre to be named after a female. It officially joined LW Theatres in 2000. You can book tickets online below for The Gillian Lynne Theatre.
Most Popular Shows and Events at Gillian Lynne Theatre, London
My Neighbour Totoro
Gillian Lynne Theatre
Tue 27 Oct 2026 - Sun 10 Jan 2027
The Traitors - Acts of Betrayal
Gillian Lynne Theatre
Tue 11 May - Sat 31 Jul 2027
Rowan Atkinson London Tickets
Gillian Lynne Theatre
Mon 15 Feb - Fri 12 Mar 2027
What's On at the Gillian Lynne Theatre, London
My Neighbour Totoro
Gillian Lynne Theatre, London
Tuesday 27 October 2026 - Sunday 10 January 2027
Discover your spirit with the epic return of the Royal Shakespeare Company's My Neighbour Totoro, the acclaimed staging of the celebrated 1988 animated feature film by Hayao Miyazaki. My Neighbour Totoro is a captivating coming-of-age ta...The Dolly Show - Tribute to Dolly Parton
Gillian Lynne Theatre, London
Monday 23 November 2026
As seen on BBC ONE and voted the U.K's No 1. Dolly Parton tribute by the Agents Association of Great Britain! Undeniably one of the BEST Dolly impersonators you will ever see, West End star Kelly O'Brien performs the beloved hits of coun...Magic Queen - Magic Tour 40th Anniversary Tour
Gillian Lynne Theatre, London
Monday 30 November 2026
Magic Queen recreates the unforgettable sound and spectacle of Queen in a breathtaking live show that captures the glamour, energy and theatrical brilliance of the band?s golden era. With powerful vocals, world-class musicianship and dazzli...Rowan Atkinson London Tickets
Gillian Lynne Theatre, London
Monday 15 February - Friday 12 March 2027
Rowan Atkinson 19:30 at Gillian Lynne Theatre...The Traitors - Acts of Betrayal
Gillian Lynne Theatre, London
Tuesday 11 May - Saturday 31 July 2027
The Traitors is the undisputed phenomenon of British television. Next year, the game leaves the Highlands for the West End and reinvents itself in the process. The Traitors - Acts of Betrayal is a new cycle of five plays that does something...How to get to the Gillian Lynne Theatre, London
Gillian Lynne Theatre Frequently Asked Questions
166 Drury Lane, London, WC2B 5PW
The Gillian Lynne Theatre is above an Intelli-Park and you can receive 30% off by pre booking at the Intelli Park Car Park
Q-Park offer a 50% discount on pre-booked places for LW Theatre ticket holders via the Q-Park Theatreland Parking Scheme. Click here to find your nearest car park.
Tube - Holborn and Covent Garden
Bus - Bus routes that operate in the area are 1, 59, 68, 134, 168, 171, 188, 243 and X68
Gillian Lynne Theatre has a seating capacity of 1294.
Click here to view a seating plan.
For further information on tickets at the Gillian Lynne Theatre, click here to view their FAQ's.
If you would like to buy a ticket in person from the Gillian Lynne Theatre Box Office, they are open:
12pm-7.45pm (Monday-Saturday)
10.00am-6.00pm (Sunday)
Alternatively, you can see what's on and book online here.
The running time for My Neighbour Totoro will be 2hrs 40mins including an interval.
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No. LW Theatres, including Gillian Lynne, do not permit food or drink purchased elsewhere to be taken into their theatres. Empty, reusable water bottles will be permitted.
Latecomers will only be admitted at a suitable break in the performance.
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