The Criterion Theatre

The Criterion Theatre    

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(944) · Performing arts in London, United Kingdom
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London's only entirely subterranean theatre on Piccadilly Circus. Open since 1874.

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Feb 23, 2025
About 30 minutes in, one of the cast declared ‘JK Rowling is a massive bitch!’ Can’t believe the theatre allows bullying of women so blatantly. A mediocre musical let down by its misogynistic tend…Full review by TravelAlice1983
Feb 11, 2025
My seats view was the worst I’ve ever experienced in 35 years in London. The rake in this theatre is almost non existent. There were pillars in the way of the stage and an overhanging balcony and the…Full review by L6590CGdavidr
Jan 24, 2025
We saw Titanique. I dont think it was necessary to cast charaters with such a gay overtone. I found the iceberg queen repulsive. Some of the actors like Molly were outstanding. The theatre staff w…Full review by Gareth Mac D
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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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We went in jeans and shirts and felt v comfortable
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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 I would say it was great fun, there's some kissing but no swearing or worse. The second half was amazing
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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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