The Phoenix Theatre, opened in 1930 and was designed by Sir Giles Gilbert Scott, Bertie Crewe and Cecil Massey. The venue was built for Sidney Bernstein, the prolific media baron and founder of Granada London. The opening performance at the theatre was the premiere of Noël Coward's Private Lives , in which Coward himself also starred alongside Laurence Olivier. Since then, the Phoenix has staged some of the most celebrated performances in theatre, including John Gielgud's masterful "Love for Love" to Stephen Sondheim's enchanting "Into the Woods," starring Julia McKenzie.
The Phoenix has showcased a diverse array of plays and musicals that have left indelible marks on the London theatre scene. Notably, the musical "Blood Brothers" which became a beloved fixture, running from 1991 until 2012, setting a record as the longest-running show in the Theatre's history. It was also home to Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical Come From Away until January 2022. Now The Phoenix is home to a very different event on its stage, Stranger Things: The First Shadow, a huge theatrical expansion of the incredibly popular Netflix series with spectacular stage effects and storytelling.
Seating
Premium seats are located in the mid-centre of the Stalls, specifically in rows C-K. Stall seats are also excellent for those looking to be immersed in an intimate production. Alternatively, seats in the front rows of the Dress Circle are excellent, offering panoramic views of the stage. For good value seats sit towards the ends of any rows for an excellent, discounted view of the stage.
Facilities
There are four bars within the theatre - one on each level. The Foyer Bar or Scoops Ahoy, is the largest bar and has step free access from the ground level so is recommended for patrons with disabilities. There is also the Ambassador Lounge, two exclusive lounge spaces, offering pre-purchased packages for food and snacks, including individual table seating per party and table service.
The theatre has a cloakroom just inside the main entrance and has an ‘air-cooling’ system in place.
Access
The Phoenix Theatre offers a range of accessibility services for D/deaf and disabled customers with friendly Access Champions available to answer any questions. Please see the Access Contact Us page for details. Further information on all accessibility assistance, please see website HERE.
The Phoenix Theatre is currently home to Stranger Things: The First Shadow until 9 November 2025.
Details
- Address:
- 110 Charing Cross Road
- WC2H 0JP
- Transport:
- Nearest underground or train station: Leicester Square (Piccadilly line, Northern line), Tottenham Court Road (Central line, Northern line) Nearest buses: 14, 19, 22b, 24, 38, 40, 176