Opened in 1913 the Ambassador’s Theatre features a rich history of long running shows that began with the introduction of a new genre of entertainment all the way from Paris known as the ‘intimate review’.
Today the Ambassador’s Theatre is known as a small yet perfectly formed and particularly intimate venue which has been home to many a long running show, including Britain’s longest running production of The Mousetrap by Agatha Christie, which opened on 25th November 1952, until 1973 where it moved onto the larger stage of St Martin's Theatre. Since then the theatre has featured a wide range of critically acclaimed productions.
What are the Past and present productions at The Ambassador’s Theatre?
The Ambassador’s Theatre is currently showing Paranormal Activity.
Previous productions within the Ambassador Theatre’s history that are more than worth a mention include
- Les Liasions Dangereuses by Christopher Hampton with Alan Rickman.
- The Vagina Monologues by Eve Ensler
- Explicit Polaroids by Mark Ravenhill
- Stephen Sondheim's Sweeney Todd
- The Play's the Thing
- Whipping It Up
- The Little Shop of Horrors
What’s the best way to reach the theatre?
By Tube
Leicester Square Underground (Piccadilly and Northern Line) is the closest tube station to the Ambassadors Theatre and will take you within half a mile of the theatre.
By Bus
Each of the following busses will take you within minutes walking distance of West Street: 14, 19, 24, 29, 38, and 176.
By Bike
Bike: There are two Santander bike docking stations within ten minutes’ walk of the Ambassadors Theatre located on Moor Street, Soho and Frith Street, Soho.
Where are the best places to eat near The Ambassador's Theatre?
The Ivy, 1-5 West Street, London WC2H 9NQ
This is one restaurant that needs little instruction and serves as a real luxurious treat for those who are looking to indulge in all of the finer things that London has to offer.
What nearby sights and attractions should I also visit near the theatre?
The Courtauld Gallery, Somerset House, Strand, London WC2R 0RN
The legendary Courtauld Gallery makes for a must visit venue for those who are seeking culture and immersive, impressionist art in equal measures.
Tootbus Tours
Tootbus provide a wide range of hop-on, hop-off tours for all the sights and attraction that you want to see and experience.
Neal's Yard, Seven Dials, Covent Garden, London, London WC2H
Neal's Yard is a hustling bustling hub of shopping activity where streets are lined with buildings of every colour and each corner reveals a fresh new boutique shop.
