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Criterion Theatre    

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London's only entirely subterranean theatre on Piccadilly Circus. Open since 1874.

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4.5/5 · 939 reviews
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Jan 3, 2025
Such a great venue , so many beautifully preserved architectural features , the wall tiles are amazing . The staff were welcoming and friendly . The seats are comfortable and a great view of the stag… Full review by stephens473
Dec 6, 2024
Went to see the 2.22 play. Was sat in a seat with a pillar right in the middle of it! At 6 foot 3 and 18 stone. Not ideal. Couldnt see a thing. Who puts pillars in front/middle of a seat. These shoul… Full review by glenncD1378FL
Nov 22, 2024
Went to see the Amaze theatre show with Jamie Allan. It was truly amazing! Absolutely loved it! Me and my 13 year old son were amazed by the performance! So interactive and engaging! The illusions we… Full review by lucieclarke13
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Facts

Owner:Criterion Theatre Trust (lease)
Opened:21 March 1874
Architect:Thomas Verity
Type:West End theatre

Questions & answers

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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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Very casual - jeans and jackets perfectly acceptable
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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 in my view absolutely no problem, loads of clever slapstick stuff. We were there on Tuesday and there were loads of kids under 9 .....
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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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It is underground but i didn't see any air condition vents please enquire at the theater they will know.
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