Playhouse Theatre

Theatre History

The History of The Playhouse Theatre

The Playhouse Theatre originally opened as the Royal Avenue Theatre in March 1882, when it was host to Shaw's first West End play, 'Arms and the Man'. It reopened in 1907 after a tragic accident where part of the nearby Charing Cross Station building crashed into the theatre. It was then that the building began its new life as the Playhouse Theatre.

Among the luxurious interior, the BBC recorded some of its most famous programmes, including Hancock's Half Hour, The Goons and various panel games.

The BBC left The Playhouse in the mid 70's, and the theatre set about making its name as a major West End venue. The Playhouse's hit successes include A Doll's House and An Inspector Calls.

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