The London Coliseum
London Coliseum is the home of the English National Opera
London Coliseum which is also commonly called the Coliseum Theatre, was built in 1904 with the goal of be finest and largest entertainment venue of that day.
From 1931 through 1968 the theatre hosted 651 performances of White Horse Inn, a musical comedy. For a short period from 1963 until 1968 it became one of three Cinerama Theatres in London after which it became home to the Sadler's Wells Opera Company which has since become the English National Opera. They still operate the London Coliseum Theatre today. The London Coliseum underwent major renovations from 2000 to 2004, but still has most of its original features.
Today the Coliseum presents world-class contemporary and theatrical operas from both the English National Opera and visiting companies.
For more information about London Coliseum as well as current and upcoming operas visit their official website link below.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: YesLondon Coliseum Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Address: London Coliseum, St Martin's Ln, London WC2N 4ES, UK
Phone: 020 7845 9300
Official Website: London Coliseum
London Coliseum Reviews
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out of 5 Gorgeous Building, very charming. Been 3 times for opera and ballet and absolutely loved the acoustics, music and scenography. Tickets are also very cheap if taken in advance and although we took the cheapest option at the top area all 3 times visibility was good and didn’t regret at all. Really recommend it!
Tania Udaondo - in the last week
Huge west end theatre. Massive size, beautiful with fantastic acoustics.
Good comfy seats.
We watched the nutcracker ballet Xmas production. Good production with excellent staging but the ballet was not top notch as some nutcracker productions we had seen in London. Still, great experience.
Sam Aberman - 3 months ago
Went to see the 7 Deaths of Maria Callas, what a fantastic opera! Sat quite high up on the balcony, third floor, seat 51. This was the final seat in the row, so there is a great deal of leg room, however my friend next to me in seat f50 didn’t has so much. The view is fine, however is slightly blocked at some parts to the left. There was also somebody a few rows down from us who kept standing up which blocked our view even more at times.
Sound in the venue is great and the actual venue as a whole is absolutely stunning. Would definitely recommend a visit here!
Safa - 3 months ago
Beautiful venue that hosts Ballet, Opera and usually a big musical for the summer period. The Coliseum has beautiful historical features and good sound and pleasant seats.
Enjoyed The Nutcracker ballet on my last visit and sat in a box which was a great experience. The orchestra was sublime and the dancing spectacular.
The staff are friendly and helpful moving the lines along as you enter.
Toilet queue is crazy for the stalls area for women. Lots of steps to get to different levels but there is a lift avaliable.
RyKas 13 - 3 months ago
So beautiful inside. I saw the ballet and enjoyed it. I was initially worried about visibility from the back rows of the balcony, as those were the only available seats at the time. However, everything turned out great. The performance was captivating, and the view from the balcony exceeded my expectations. A truly memorable experience!
Nadya Kontovska - 2 months ago
Directions
Tube Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
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Northern and Bakerloo Lines | Charing Cross | 5 Minutes |
Picadilly Line | Leicester Square | 3 Minutes |
District and Circle Lines | Embankment | 7 Minutes |
How to get to London Coliseum by Tube
From Charing Cross Station exit onto Strand and cross the street. Walk to you left (west) and then a slight right onto Duncannon St. Go right (north) onto St. Martin's Place and then the next right onto St. Martin's Lane. The London Coliseum is just ahead on your right.
From Leicester Square Station exit onto Charing Cross Road and go left (south) to St. Martin's Court then go left (east) to St. Martin's Lane then right (south). The London Coliseum is ahead on your left.
From Embankment Station exit onto Villiers St. and follow it north to Charing Cross Station. See directions from Charing Cross above to continue from there.
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