WHAT'S ON AT THE LONDON COLISEUM, LONDON
What's On at the London Coliseum, London
The London Coliseum is home to the English National Opera and the English National Ballet. It was originally built as one of London’s largest family variety theatres and opened in 1904. It has been home to variety shows, musicals, comedies, pantomimes, The Royal Variety, and plays for many years, and even became a cinema for a few years.
With a seating capacity of 2359, the London Coliseum holds the largest audience in any West End Theatre. This Grade II listed building situated in the heart of London’s West End on St. Martin’s Lane was the first theatre in England to have a triple revolve installed on its stage.
The London Coliseum is currently home to The Great Gatsby. English National Opera performances to look forward to include Cinderella, Carmen, HMS Pinafore, and Cosi fan tutte, whilst the English National Ballet will be performing Nutcracker, and Akram Khan’s Giselle. You can book tickets online below for the London Coliseum.
The London Coliseum is home to the English National Opera and the English National Ballet. It was originally built as one of London’s largest family variety theatres and opened in 1904. It has been home to variety shows, musicals, comedies, pantomimes, The Royal Variety, and plays for many years, and even became a cinema for a few years.
With a seating capacity of 2359, the London Coliseum holds the largest audience in any West End Theatre. This Grade II listed building situated in the heart of London’s West End on St. Martin’s Lane was the first theatre in England to have a triple revolve installed on its stage.
The London Coliseum is currently home to The Great Gatsby. English National Opera performances to look forward to include Cinderella, Carmen, HMS Pinafore, and Cosi fan tutte, whilst the English National Ballet will be performing Nutcracker, and Akram Khan’s Giselle. You can book tickets online below for the London Coliseum.
Most Popular Shows and Events at London Coliseum, London
Mergaliyev Classical Ballet - Swan Lake
London Coliseum
Fri 17 - Sun 26 Jul 2026
English National Ballet: Romeo and Juliet
London Coliseum
Thu 14 - Sun 24 Jan 2027
What's On at the London Coliseum, London
Kinky Boots
London Coliseum, London
Tuesday 28 April - Saturday 11 July 2026
The most 'fun, feel-good and unforgettable' (The Sun) musical of the season is now open at the London Coliseum. KINKY BOOTS, the Olivier, Tony and Grammy Award-winning sensation, is rebooted in this brand-new production that The Stage calls...Total Eclipse: Symphonic Steinman
London Coliseum, London
Sunday 3 May 2026
Total Eclipse is a one-night gala event featuring the work of Jim Steinman. Steinman wrote songs built for scale: dramatic, relentless, and unapologetically theatrical. This new orchestral concert brings his greatest hits catalogue to the L...Mergaliyev Classical Ballet - Swan Lake
London Coliseum, London
Friday 17 - Sunday 26 July 2026
Swan Lake is arguably the world's most popular ballet, and a timeless tale. Prince Siegfried falls in love with Odette, Queen of the Swans, only to be tricked into betraying her by the wicked von Rothbart and his daughter Odile. The thrilli...Now You See Me Live
London Coliseum, London
Friday 31 July - Sunday 6 September 2026
From the Producers of The Illusionists, and inspired by Lionsgate?s worldwide blockbuster film franchise, comes the London premiere of Now You See Me Live. The acclaimed stage illusion spectacular has captivated audiences across the globe, ...Tony Hadley (Spandau Ballet)
London Coliseum, London
Friday 4 December 2026
 Co-founder and frontman of '80s New Romantic legends Spandau Ballet, Tony Hadley has announced a brand new UK tour for 2025, which will be a spectacular celebration of swing and crooner classics, as well as his own hits reimagined. The C...Nutcracker
English National Ballet: Romeo and Juliet
London Coliseum, London
Thursday 14 - Sunday 24 January 2027
One of the greatest love stories ever told. Irresistible attraction, all-consuming passion, tragic consequences: Shakespeare?s heartbreaking tale is reimagined in a ballet that is ?as vital, as alive and as stirring as can be? (The Telegrap...How to get to the London Coliseum, London
London Coliseum Frequently Asked Questions
St. Martin's Lane, London, WC2N 4ES
You can pre book with the Q-Park Theatreland scheme to receive a discount, as the London Coliseum is a participating theatre. The nearest carpark is Leicester Square
Tube - Covent Garden, Leicester Square
Bus - bus routes that operate in the area are 14, 19, 24, 38, and 176
The London Coliseum has a seating capacity of 2359.
Click here to view a seating plan
For further information on tickets at the London Coliseum, you can visit their 'How to book' page or you can contact their team.
If you would like to buy a ticket in person from the London Coliseum Box Office, they are open:
Evening performances - 10am- 30 minutes after the show starts
Matinee only - 2 hours before the show starts - 15 mins after the show starts.
Alternatively, you can see what's on and book online here.
If the timing is not listed under our 'more info' tab for a particular show at the London Coliseum, you can you can visit their 'How to book' page or you can contact their team.
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Either use the map at the side of the FAQ section as it has all types of accomodation or click here for accommodation near the London Coliseum.
The London Coliseum does not allow any hot drinks, food, or alcohol purchased from outside the venue to be brought inside.
They do have food and beverages for purchase within the venue.
Yes latecomers will be permitted into the performance but only at a suitable time. There are monitors to watch the performance whilst you wait.
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Most Popular Shows and Events at London Coliseum, London
Mergaliyev Classical Ballet - Swan Lake
London Coliseum
Fri 17 - Sun 26 Jul 2026
English National Ballet: Romeo and Juliet
London Coliseum
Thu 14 - Sun 24 Jan 2027
