Playhouse Theatre archive listings (2022)

Opened 11 Mar 1882. Damaged in 1905 during re-building by the collapse of the roof of Charing Cross. Re-opened 1907. 790 seats. Closed May 1996 when run by Ray Cooneybut re-opened early 1997 under new owner (Patrick Suleimn). Closed for refurbishment Jan to Jun 97. Society of London Theatre member. Jan 2003 - Bought by Ted Tulchin and his brother Norman. It is hoped that the new owners will be successful in re-instating the venue as a major host of high-profile productions. Mar 2003 Ted and Norman Tulchin have signed a management agreement with Ambassador Theatre Group. In 2021 theatre re-configured as "The Kit Kat Club" for a production of Cabaret.

Archive for 2022
30 Oct 22	Leo Sayer - The Show Must Go On Concert :: Tour/Production (T0249737248) => this performance (L809126687)

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Playhouse Theatre

Northumberland Avenue
West End
Greater London
WC2N 5DE

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15 Nov 21 to: Cabaret - Musical

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News: ATG Acquires 100% ownership of two West End Theatres
03Dec13: The Savoy has been jointly owned by ATG and The Tulbart Group since 2005, while The Playhouse Theatre has been jointly owned by ATG and the Tulchin family since 2003.

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