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Knightsbridge Arts
Why not enjoy a night at one of the great theatres spotted around Knightsbridge!
The Royal Court Theatre The Royal Court is the writers’ theatre. We are a leading force in world theatre for cultivating and supporting writers – undiscovered, emerging and established. We also Offer expertly crafted cocktails alongside an extensive selection of craft gins and beers, wine and soft drinks, the Royal Court Bar & Kitchen provides a sanctuary in the middle of Sloane Square to accompany your theatre experience. Sloane Square, London SW1W 8AS. 020 7565 5000 www.royalcourttheatre.com/
Delfont Mackintosh Theatres Delfont Mackintosh Theatres is owned by Sir Cameron Mackintosh. We operate eight of the most prestigious theatres in London’s West End: the Prince Edward, Prince of Wales, Novello, Gielgud, Sondheim, Noël Coward, Wyndham’s and Victoria Palace, all of which have undergone major refurbishments combining beautiful restoration with 21st century comfort. Mackintosh House, 39-45 Shaftesbury Ave, London W1D 6LA. 0844 482 5151 www.delfontmackintosh.co.uk/
Curzon Mayfair Curzon Cinemas is London’s leading arthouse cinema chain with eight venues across the capital. We also have a further four venues outside of London, bringing the very best of Hollywood, independent and world cinema to audiences. In 2017, the Curzon group received the BAFTA for Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema. 38 Curzon Street, London, W1J 1TY. www.curzon.com/venues/mayfair
Gatsby’s Mansion Welcome back to the roaring twenties! Jay Gatsby invites you to one of his infamous parties. The champagne flows and as the drama unfolds the man himself will be the perfect host. As invites go, this is the hottest ticket in town. A hedonistic world of red hot rhythms, bootleg liquor and pure jazz age self-indulgence awaits. Dress to the nines and immerse yourself in this heart racing adaption of F Scott Fitzgerald’s seminal tale. 56 Davies St, London W1K 5JF. 020 3053 1500 www.immersivegatsby.com/
Ham Yard Theatre The 190 seat state-of-the-art theatre has been designed to the highest professional standards. The walls are lined with electric blue wool, with striking tangerine orange leather seats and bright pink silk curtains framing the stage. An exclusive dress circle balcony, two beautifully appointed green rooms complete with mini bar, shower, sofa and desk. 1 Ham Yard, London W1D 7DT. 020 3642 2000 www/ham-yard-hotel/ham-yard-theatre/ Jermyn Street Theatre 16B Jermyn St, St. James’s, London SW1Y 6ST. 020 7287 2875 Jermyn Street Theatre is the West End’s smallest producing theatre. Led by Artistic and Executive Directors Tom Littler and Penny Horner, the programme includes outstanding new plays, rare revivals, new versions of European classics, and highquality musicals, alongside one-off musical, and literary events. We collaborate with theatres across the world, and our productions have transferred to the West End and Broadway. www.jermynstreettheatre.co.uk/
Victoria Palace Theatre The Victoria Palace Theatre, magnificently restored for the 21st century, reopened on 6th December with the European premiere of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s acclaimed, Pulitzer Prize winning HAMILTON which sits perfectly in this re-imagined theatre. The theatre has been redeveloped from renowned theatre architect Frank Matcham’s original design to combine beautiful restoration with twenty first century comfort and facilities, which include a new purpose built rehearsal and audition space that is available for hire. The bright space is located at the top of the Victoria Palace Theatre, a stone’s throw from Victoria Station and is fully equipped with all essential requirements including a sprung floor and new PA system. 79 Victoria St, London SW1E 5EA. 0844 482 5138 www.victoriapalacetheatre.co.uk/
Finborough Theatre Founded in 1980, the multi-award-winning Finborough Theatre, led by Artistic Director Neil McPherson, presents plays and music theatre, concentrated exclusively on thought provoking textbased new writing, as well as rediscovering genuinely neglected works from the 19th and 20th centuries, many produced or co-produced in-house. We offer a stimulating and inclusive programme at the centre of London’s cultural life, appealing to theatregoers of all generations and from a broad spectrum of the population. 118 Finborough Rd, London SW10 9ED. 01223 357851 www.finboroughtheatre.co.uk/
Cine Lumiere Ciné Lumière has established itself as one of London’s best independent cinemas. With a particular emphasis on French, European and World cinema, its programme combines new releases, repertory screenings, previews and exclusive on-stage events attended by directors and actors. Building upon the success of Ciné Lumière, the Institut français opened a second screen in 2019, Ciné Lumière II, to further expand its programme 17 Queensberry Pl, South Kensington, London SW7 2DT, 020 7871 3515 www.institut-francais.org.uk/