Name: Savoy Theatre
Address: Savoy Ct, Strand, London WC2R 0ET, United Kingdom, London

Restored theatre with classic art deco foyer, originally built for D'Oyly Carte opera company.

At a glance

#34 of 42 Performing arts theaters in London

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.50

0.4 km from the center of London

Rating breakdown

5 ★68%
4 ★23%
3 ★6%
2 ★1%
1 ★2%

What reviewers talk about

Share of 16 recent reviews that mention each topic.

View56%
Service & staff31%
Atmosphere25%
Price & value19%
Waiting & crowds19%
Location19%

Savoy Ct, Strand, London WC2R 0ET, United Kingdom

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Quick facts

What is the rating of Savoy Theatre?: Savoy Theatre is rated 4.5 out of 5 based on 9,158 reviews.
How does Savoy Theatre rank in London?: Savoy Theatre is #34 of 42 Performing arts theaters in London by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Savoy Theatre located?: Savoy Ct, Strand, London WC2R 0ET, United Kingdom — 0.4 km from the center of London.
What do visitors mention most about Savoy Theatre?: Most often: view, service & staff, atmosphere (from 16 recent reviews).
How can I contact Savoy Theatre?: Website: atgtickets.com

We enjoyed the show however this venue has Incredibly uncomfortable seats with zero leg room and got very hot which detracted from our enjoyment of the show.

The grand circle bar couldn’t cope with demand so ordering drinks on their app is essential.

The venue has a cool art deco style, highly raked seating and there was good toilet provision however we will avoid returning.

Eleni Damis 2024 Jan 23

Amazing, very friendly staff. The show was a memorable experience, exceptional performances, the theatre was old but very well preserved. Not very easy to walk between the rows as it was very narrow. Overall a great experience!

Paul Marriott-Lodge 2024 Jan 12

Great theatre in the heart of the west end.
We were privileged to see Sunset Boulevard. Amazing direction by Jamie Lloyd, with Nicole Scherzinger in the lead role.
Can't wait to visit again.

jd 2024 Jan 07

This is a theatre I hadn’t been to.
We were in the dress circle which wasn’t down too many stairs - the theatre seems to be underground.
We were in Row N numbers 7 & 8 which were marked as restricted view - however they are absolutely fine - as long as the show doesn’t play more upward as if it did the top of the stage is hidden by the overhang.
It did get incredibly hot - it would have been good to have some more air circulating inside somehow. Maybe opening the outside doors.
The bathrooms are small as in all these old theatre buildings and there are not many places for you to wait when you get inside.
There is bag security on the door.

We saw Sunset Blvd which was great. Pictures are zoomed and regular.

Janelle Fordjour 2023 Dec 14

Went to see Sunset Blvd with Rachel Tucker, absolutely brilliant. The cast were perfection. My seat was high up and the bar was in the way! Loved it...great venue, highly recommend

Kora Godlewska 2023 Dec 13

To be honest I'm not a great fan of this theatre. Even though it's beautiful, the seats are ok - some with better leg room than others, there is a good rake, so even when sitting in the gods you are still able to see the stage. However the drink prices are pretty steep as well..plus nearly every time I'd been the bar had sold out of a specific drink at interval(e.g. red wine). There are very few toilets so several times during an interval I did not make it to the toilet due to the queue length. Apparently you can buy out some sort of package to a VIP interval room that has access to a toilet but I feel spending money for the show tickets should be enough..

Danielle Lautier 2023 Dec 09

Beautiful theatre. Stunning surroundings. Great view from Dress circle and Grand Circle. Staff went out of their way to accommodate. Only problem is there is no lift. But there is still provision for disabled guests.

Jeffrey Kraskin 2023 Oct 22

The Savoy Theatre was a wonderful experience as was the performance of Sunset Blvd. The theatre is comfortable and very spacious. The total complex with the Savoy Hotel was excellent.

Next door the pub The Coal Hole is a great stop that should not be missed.

Daryl Law 2023 Aug 26

Fairly small theatre but has great views. Sat in the stalls downstairs. The floor area is banked so you do ended up a bit higher than the rows in front. Plenty of bars on each level as well as good restroom facilities.

Alpha Thangjittachob 2023 Jun 15

I had the chance to visit the Savoy Theatre to attend "Pretty Woman: The Musical". I am pleased to say that it is much better than the worse reviews make it seem. Though, yes, the original film's story, morals and dynamics are somewhat dated, the songs and actors are able to make it a fun night out nonetheless!

The theatre itself is larger than it seems on the outside, as the main auditorium is actually underground. The view I had from Royal Circle seat K7 was good; while feeling little far from the stage at first, I was still able to clearly make out the actors' expressions and actions, and heard them clearly too. The seat was also comfortable with plenty of leg room and easy access to the bar, foyer, exits and toilets. The staff was also patient, attentive, approachable and professional.

Katherine Wilkins 2023 Jun 13

Incredible experience watching Pretty Woman at the Savoy. Beautiful old theatre with stunning art deco features. Small and intimate theatre so you feel very close to the stage. The performance was incredible and the cast had us laughing, crying and clapping along from start to finish! Highly recommend catching a performance here!

Kemi Fajoye 2023 Jun 02

My friend wanted to see Pretty Woman and to be honest I wasn't really looking forward to it as I did not know what to expect. The movie is obviously not a musical so how was this going to work right? This musical blew my mind and any doubts I had just disappeared.

We had great seats, second row so we saw everything. The actors, band, set, stage and costumes was simply amazing! I was so engrossed and they captured all the scenes perfectly.

The opera scene was my personal favourite it was so marvellous and authentically done it and made me want to see an opera immediately. Having the audience on their feet singing along and dancing to the Pretty Woman theme song at the end was a lovely close to the show.

Julie Donegal 2023 May 20

Watched pretty woman. It was a fantastic show. My very first show. It did the film justice and it was great.
I'm sure most theatres are the same, but it was so hot it was uncomfortable and the seats were not the most enjoyable! But a lovely experience in general...

Monwara 2023 Apr 25

Had a great day at The Savoy Theatre to watch Pretty Woman the musical as a 50th birthday gift. All seats had very good views. We were seated in Dress Circle, seats M8 and M9 end of row seats which were great. Thoroughly enjoyed it and the musical stayed close to the movie.

Maria Frazão 2023 Feb 21

We had the pleasure of attending the theatre production of "Pretty Woman" in London (a couple of weeks ago), and I must say, it was an amazing spectacle!

The cast was truly exceptional, delivering unforgettable performances that left me in awe. The singers were particularly noteworthy, their voices filling the theatre with beautiful harmonies and powerful emotions.

One of the highlights of the show for me was the opera bit, which was simply marvelous. The combination of the stunning music and the talented performers created an atmosphere of grandeur that was truly breathtaking.

Whether you're a die-hard fan of the original movie or you've never seen it before, "Pretty Woman" is a show that will not disappoint. For those who have never seen the movie, it's a great introduction to the story and the characters. And for those who are already familiar with the iconic film, the live performance adds a whole new level of depth and excitement.

The Savoy Theatre however was lovely but quite narrow, definitely not our best London theatre experience. Theatre staff was lovely and professional.

It was a stupendous show that I would highly recommend to anyone looking for an unforgettable theatre experience. This production is not to be missed!