Noel Coward Theatre

Theatre History

The History of The Noël Coward Theatre

The theatre first opened in 1903 under the name "New Theatre". It was built as a sister theatre to the "Wyndham Theatre" and they are adjoined high above the ground by a covered foot bridge, there is a pedestrian walk way between the two buildings at ground level.

In 1973 the theatre changed names and was known as the "Albery" in honour of the late manager Sir Bronson Albery, a bust of whom can still be found in the theatre foyer. The theatre only became the Noël Coward in 2006 when the Delfont Mackintosh Group took over the running of the theatre. Over the years the Noël Coward has been headquarters for the "Sadlers Wells Theatre" and the "Old Vic". The Noël Coward became the base for the two theatres during World War II due to the bombings in London's West End. The theatre has been home to a range of productions from comedies to straight drama to ballet.

To retrieve a quote freephone 0800 0832 841 and quote WW059

Please note for groups of 10 rooms or more than 20 people contact us on 0871 360 1042 or complete our online group booking form

  • WIN a Theatre Break




    Info | Terms
    Sign up to receive our special offers email and to be entered into prize draw to win a theatre break. We're giving one away every 3 months.
    close
London Theatre Breaks...

London Show & hotel packages from £49pp