The historic Soho Theatre offers new productions, comedy shows and cabaret from emerging writers, comedians and performers. The theatre features 3 distinct performance spaces that host over 2,000 performances each year.
Each year, the Soho Theatre 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 Theatre Bar after the show. The Soho Theatre also hosts TEDTalks, industry conferences and meet-and-greets on occasion.
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Highlights of the Soho Theatre
The Soho Theatre 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 Theatre. During that time, the company created the Writersâ Development programme to premier work from new and innovative writers. In 2000, the company found a home on Dean Street to showcase new talent.
The Soho Theatre offers an expansive theatre venue with its 165-seat Main House, 140-seat Cabaret Space and 90-seat Studio. The lower floors are home to the Soho Theatre Bar, a vibrant nightlife space for cocktails and socialising.
Good to know when visiting the Soho Theatre
With such a diverse team of writers and performers, as well as a wide selection of theatre, performance art, comedy and cabaret, thereâs always something new and exciting at the Soho Theatre. When you plan your trip, take a look at the upcoming performances and events at the Soho Theatre to choose the best night to visit and experience a memorable show.
The area around the Soho Theatre is known for its live entertainment, gourmet food and thrilling nightlife. Youâll find more performing arts venues, LGBT-friendly bars and clubs, live-entertainment venues and a range of diverse dining near the theatre for before or after the show.
Soho Theatre in London
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