Where is the Trafalgar Studios Theater in London?
Trafalgar Studios, formerly the Whitehall Theater until 2004, is a West End theater in Whitehall, near Trafalgar Square, in the City of Westminster, London. Also known as Trafalgar Studios at the Whitehall Theater in honour of its former incarnation, the building consists of two intimate theaters designed by architects Tim Foster and John Muir.
When did the Whitehall Theatre in London open?
The original Whitehall Theatre, built on the site of the 17th century Ye Old Ship Tavern was designed by Edward A. Stone, with interiors in the Art Deco style by Marc-Henri and Laverdet. It had 634 seats. The theatre opened on 29 September 1930 with The Way to Treat a Woman by Walter Hackett, who was the theatre’s licensee.
Who are the owners of Trafalgar Theatre Group?
In May 2016, Howard Panter and Rosemary Squire, founders and former owners of Ambassador Theatre Group, announced they were stepping down from ATG to set up their own production company called Trafalgar Entertainment Group (TEG), which would take control of Trafalgar Studios.
Why was the Trafalgar Theatre called the Duke of York’s?
The theatre, designed by the architect Walter Emden became known as the Trafalgar Theatre in 1894 and the following year became the Duke of York’s to honour the future King George V. One of the earliest musical comedies, Go-Bang, was a success at the theatre in 1894.
Where is the nearest car park to Trafalgar Square?
Trafalgar Theatre is part of the Q-Park Scheme. The nearest participating car park is the 24hr Q Park in Trafalgar Square (SW1A 2TS). Parking costs £18 for up to 3hrs, and £24 for 4hrs but theatregoers can save 50% if they have their tickets validated at the theatre.
How to get to Trafalgar Square from Charing Cross?
Please see the directions below. Charing Cross (3 minutes): Exit the station and take the immediate left down the Strand. You will reach a roundabout (Trafalgar Square will be ahead of you); continue walking left round the roundabout and then turn down Whitehall. Trafalgar Theatre will be on the right hand side of the road.
How do you get to Trafalgar Square from Embankment?
From Embankment (7 minutes): Exit the station via the left hand exit (towards the City and the Strand) and walk up Villers St. Turn left onto the strand and keep walking until you meet the roundabout (Trafalgar Square will be ahead of you); continue walking left round the roundabout and then turn down Whitehall.