Events at Duke of York's Theatre

Experience theatre royalty: the Duke of Yorks Theatre

A 'right royal' theatre, the Duke of Yorks Theatre is one of London's preeminent entertainment venues. Having hosted some of the capital's greatest productions over the years, not to mention a host of famous actors, playwrights and directors, it is a must-visit venue for world-class drama. Take your seats for a thrilling performance with tickets for Duke of Yorks Theatre available to buy or sell on StubHub.

Outstanding productions at Duke of Yorks Theatre

Originally called the Trafalgar Square Theatre, the Duke of Yorks Theatre was renamed in 1895 for the future King George V, who approved of the name change by referring to the theatre as a 'right royal building'. Ever since then it has been part of London's theatre royalty, having played host to some significant productions such as David Belasco's one-act play 'Madame Butterfly', which would later become Puccini's world-famous opera. J.M. Barrie's play 'Peter Pan' was performed every year from 1904 to 1915, and indeed one of the Duke of Yorks Theatre bars is named for the writer. Other famous actors to have trodden the boards here have included Charlie Chaplin, Eileen Atkins, John Gielgud, Felicity Kendal and Jeremy Irons, while 2018 saw a staging of 'King Lear' that marked Ian McKellan's Shakespearean swansong. With a broad spectrum of productions ranging from light-hearted comedy to intense dramas, Duke of Yorks Theatre tickets will delight theatre lovers of all tastes.

At the heart of London: Duke of Yorks Theatre

The Duke of Yorks Theatre location on St Martin's Lane puts it at the heart of London's West End and allows easy access from Charing Cross, Leicester Square and Covent Garden. With a host of nearby restaurants offering pre- and post-theatre menus, you'll find an abundance of refreshments in the local vicinity, not to mention some of London's greatest cultural attractions. As the headquarters of the Ambassador Theatre Group - which also owns venues like the Apollo Victoria Theatre, Edinburgh Playhouse and Lyceum Theatre London, the Duke of Yorks Theatre is a London stalwart and a significant part of the British theatre scene. Enjoy the spectacular surroundings of the intimate auditorium, which seats 640 people over its three levels and even includes standing room at the back of the Upper Circle for theatre lovers on a budget. Use this opportunity to take in a classic or discover an era-defining contemporary production: StubHub makes it easy for you to buy or sell tickets for Duke of Yorks Theatre and enjoy world-class drama in an iconic venue.