Built on the site of the former Savoy Palace by Richard D'Oyly Carte, the Savoy Theatre has been one of London’s leading theatrical venues since the late 19th century. In addition to its many Gilbert and Sullivan shows, it has also hosted Noël Coward and Oscar Wilde premieres, operas, and Shakespearean plays. Following a devastating fire in 1990, the theater’s opulent interior was refurbished. Currently, the venue is best-known for its musicals, and recent productions have ranged from Dreamgirls and Funny Girl to 9 to 5: The Musical and Legally Blonde.
You can book tickets online to the theater's productions in advance. Given its central location on the Strand—just a short stroll from Trafalgar Square—it’s also easy to glimpse the landmark as part of a Central London tour.
Bag checks are conducted as part of the theater’s entry policy; be sure to arrive early, and avoid bringing suitcases or other large items with you.
There are four concession areas on site, and you can also order refreshments directly to your seat via the Ordertorium smartphone app.
Tickets to performances can be booked online, over the phone, or at the Savoy Theatre’s box office.
The theater’s main seating section is accessible to wheelchair users, though the dress circle and upper circle are not.
Given its central London location, the Savoy Theatre is easy to reach. Take mainline trains or the Bakerloo or Northern line to Charing Cross station; the District or Circle line to Embankment station; or the Piccadilly line to Covent Garden station. You can also take a bus or car, or bike or walk to the theater.
Doors to the theater open 90 minutes before the performance start time. Arriving 30 minutes before showtime is recommended, in case of long lines, and if you wish to check a coat or purchase snacks.
Combine your trip to the Savoy Theatre with a trip to the neighboring Savoy Hotel. One of London’s legendary hotels, the Savoy is home to two world-renowned bars (the American Bar and the Beaufort Bar). Dress up, and indulge in a nightcap or two.
