Criterion Theatre London

The Criterion Theatre    

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London's only entirely subterranean theatre on Piccadilly Circus. Open since 1874.

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Nov 2, 2024
Quaint little underground theatre in Piccadilly Circus that seats approximately 500. The staff were very friendly, snd the seats were comfortable!. The magic show really stood out. It was truly amazi… Full review by diegomR7570PD
Sep 2, 2024
This was my second time at the Criterion, having seen The Comedy About a Bank Robbery back in 2018. Q15 in the stalls is described as ‘severely restricted view’ for a reason- there’s a pillar in the… Full review by TheFussyTeenager
Jul 10, 2024
Lovely theatre with many original features. It's underground so to speak. Really enjoyed Two Strangers Carry A Weddind Cake.... Strong cast of two actors, great script and direction. The theatre is o… Full review by AmbridgeGirl
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Facts

Owner:Criterion Theatre Trust (lease)
Opened:21 March 1874
Architect:Thomas Verity
Type:West End theatre

Questions & answers

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Can I wear ripped jeans here? In style
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Yes jeans would be fine.
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What is the dress code here? Is it a dress, with the husband in a tie? Or are jeans and sweaters ok? Seems in NYC …
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What is the dress code here? Is it a dress, with the husband in a tie? Or are jeans and sweaters ok? Seems in NYC anything goes, but we don’t want to be underdressed in London.
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Anything goes here too! No dress code.
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Hi there, We saw The Play That Goes Wrong last night with my 9 year old, which we all enjoyed immensely, with oodles of …
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Hi there, We saw The Play That Goes Wrong last night with my 9 year old, which we all enjoyed immensely, with oodles of giggles. Is The Comedy About A Bank Robbery suitable for this age to see? Many thanks in advance
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Yes in my view absolutely no problem, loads of clever slapstick stuff. We were there on Tuesday and there were loads of kids under 9 .....
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Should we get stalls or dress circle
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Personal preference of course, but the view from this theatre's stalls is fantastic - it's a small theatre so you're very close to the action on stage rather than looking down on it. Honestly …
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Personal preference of course, but the view from this theatre's stalls is fantastic - it's a small theatre so you're very close to the action on stage rather than looking down on it. Honestly not sure what sort of view you'd actually get from the back of the balcony.
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Is Criterion theater air conditioned
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Sorry I am not sure. We went in February. It is a very old theatre, maybe take a bottle of mineral water with you.
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