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About the theatre<\/a>Seating plan<\/a>Les Mis\u00e9rables<\/a><\/p>\n

The Sondheim Theatre, previously known as the Queen’s Theatre, is a popular West End theatre located in Shaftesbury Avenue in Westminster, London. The theatre was a twin to the neighbouring Gielgud Theatre<\/a>, both of which were designed by W. G. R. Sprague. It was badly damaged in the September of 1940 when a World War II German bomb dropped directly on the building due to which the fa\u00e7ade and front of house areas were destroyed. It was another twenty years before the damage was repaired and the theatre reopened. While the auditorium remained untouched, the exterior and foyer were rebuilt with a modern look. <\/p>\n

Since April 2004, the theatre has played host to Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Les Mis\u00e9rables<\/a> which transferred after spending 18 years at the nearby Palace Theatre<\/a>. The musical celebrated its 20th anniversary at the venue on 8 October 2005 and officially overtook Cats as the longest running musical of all time a year later on 8 October 2006.<\/p>\n

Venue Details<\/h2>\n

Address<\/strong>: 51 Shaftesbury Ave, Soho, London W1D 6BA, UK<\/p>\n

Opened<\/strong>: 1907<\/p>\n

Seating capacity<\/strong>: 1053Stalls: 473 Dress Circle: 283 Upper Circle: 297<\/p>\n

Seating chart<\/strong>: Check out the Sondheim Theatre London seating plan here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Now Playing at the Sondheim Theatre<\/h2>\n

Les Mis\u00e9rables<\/h3>\n

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Multi-award winning, smash-hit phenomenon Les Mis\u00e9rables has been stunning the audiences in London with a record-breaking run of 30 years at West End<\/a>. With decades of stage time across Broadway<\/a>, Toronto, Europe, Japan, and Australia, Les Mis\u00e9rables is arguably the most successful musical to date, featuring a Tony Award winning score by Alain Boublil and Claude-Michael Sch\u00f6nberg.<\/p>\n

London’s production of Les Mis\u00e9rables is the world’s second longest running musical and has been performed to over 60 million people worldwide. Featuring the songs \u201cI Dreamed A Dream\u201d, \u201cBring Him Home\u201d, \u201cOne Day More\u201d, and \u201cOn My Own\u201d, this is one musical masterpiece you cannot afford to miss!<\/p>\n

The Story<\/h3>\n

Set in late 19th century France at the time of the French revolution, Les Mis\u00e9rables is the timeless tale of love, loss, retribution, and redemption. The story follows Jean Valjean, a former criminal released from prison, who is trying to shed his ex-convict status and become Mayor, despite being hounded by policeman Javert. Along his way, he meets Fantine, who has turned to prostitution after being fired from working in one of his factories. Upon her deathbed he vows to take care of her daughter Cosette. Soon, Cosette is a grown woman and falls in love with young revolutionary Marius, and Valjean is forced to protect his family. All these plot threads come together spectacularly in the thrilling finale.<\/p>\n

Cast<\/h3>\n

Killian Donnelly<\/a> as Jean ValjeanDavid Thaxton<\/a> as JavertSteven Meo<\/a> as Thenadier<\/p>\n

Show Timings<\/h3>\n

Mon – Sat: 7:30 PMWed & Sat: 2:30 PM<\/p>\n

Running Time<\/h3>\n

2 hours and 50 mins, with 1 intermission<\/p>\n

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Book Les Mis\u00e9rables<\/strong> tickets and save \u00a37<\/strong> on your first booking. Use promo code ‘GOLDN’<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

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Practical Information<\/h2>\n

Accessible Seating<\/h3>\n

Entrance to the auditorium is through the fourth side door on Wardour Street. There are 18 steps from the foyer up to the rear Dress Circle and 21 steps from the foyer down to the Stalls. There are also 39 steps from the foyer to up the Upper Circle, making this area quite steep. Disabled patrons can transfer into seats in row D, but these may be unsuitable for low seated wheelchairs.<\/p>\n

Available Facilities<\/h3>\n

Assistive Listening System<\/b>: Infrared system with 12 headsets are available at the foyer kiosk with a valid ID. A \u00a35 returnable deposit is required for the hire of the headsets. Please contact the theatre prior to booking. <\/p>\n

Bar<\/b>: Sondheim Theatre London has four licensed bars, located at the Foyer, Stalls, Dress Circle, and Upper Circle.<\/p>\n

Cloakroom<\/b>: Sondheim Theatre has a cloakroom in which large bags and pushchairs can be checked.<\/p>\n

Guide Dogs<\/b>: Assistance dogs are allowed inside the auditorium, but the production does use loud sound effects (including gunshots). If your dog might be upset by this, the Theatre Management team can look after them during the show.<\/p>\n

Toilets<\/b>: Toilets are available on all levels including Foyer, Stalls, Dress Circle, and Upper Circle. An adapted toilet is available in the foyer via a ramped corridor. Please ask a member of staff for assistance. <\/p>\n

Handy Tips<\/h2>\n