The Apollo Theatre is a historical building and venue for theatrical performances located on Shaftesbury Avenue, in the centre of London. The theatre first opened its doors to the public in 1901, with the musical “The Belle of Bohemia”. The building has four levels and a total seating capacity of 775 guests. In 1932, the venue underwent an important renovation. Some of the most acclaimed shows staged here are “Mary Stuart”, “Fallen Angels” and “Rain Man”.
Venue Details
Getting there
Seeing as the Apollo Theatre has a central position, theatre enthusiasts can get there via train, tube, bus or car.
By train and tube: The venue is just a three-minute walk from the Piccadilly Circus train and subway station, which serves the tube lines Bakerloo and Piccadilly.
By bus: The Apollo Theatre is in proximity (one-minute walking distance) to the Trocadero Haymarket bus stop H, which serves the bus routes 14, 19, 38, N19 and N38.
By car: The Apollo Theatre is very easy to come across while driving, as it’s located on the Shaftesbury Ave/A401 main road.
International: If your plane lands at the London City Airport, it will take you approximately 45 minutes to drive to the Apollo Theatre. Another viable option would be to embark on the DLR tube route from the station adjacent to the airport.
Parking facilities
If you’re looking for a place to park your car, try the NCP Car Park London Brewer Street, which is within a three-minute walking distance to the venue. Inside this facility, there are more than enough spots for Blue Badge Holders.
Access for people with special needs
The Apollo Theatre is fully accessible for people with disabilities, as it provides facilities such as street access, platform lift, wheelchair spaces, disabled toilets and a Williams Sound hearing assistance system. People with visual disabilities can go in accompanied by guide dogs, too.