Rotterdam
After its triumphant win at the 2017 Olivier Awards, and a sell-out run in New York, the critically acclaimed Rotterdam returns to London for a strictly limited engagement at The Arts Theatre, London.
Rotterdam is a bittersweet comedy about gender, sexuality and being a long way from home written by Jon Brittain, writer of What Would Spock Do? and A Super Happy Story (About Feeling Super Sad)
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Welcome to the ARTS THEATRE, winner of Best Theatrical Venue in the 2016 Broadway World Awards. The Arts is an independent commercial theatre situated in the heart of London’s West End, providing a dynamic programme of entertainment of all genres.
Our main house is a 350-seat proscenium arch theatre which has been in operation since 1927. We also operate Above the Arts, a private members bar and performance space on the first floor.
The Arts is also home to Rooms at the Arts, two bright and airy studios available for hire for rehearsals and workshops, as well as Department of Coffee & Social Affairs and the Covent Garden Cocktail Club. We look forward to welcoming you to the West End’s most vibrant theatre complex.
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Rotterdam
21-06-2017
to15-07-2017
Alice wants to come out as a lesbian. Her girlfriend Fiona wants to start living as a man named Adrian. Now, as he begins his transition, Alice faces a question she never thought she'd ask... does this mean she's straight?
The Ruby Slippers
02-07-2017
to02-07-2017
Following its critically acclaimed sell-out tour across the North, 'The Ruby Slippers' comes to London on Sunday July 2nd for one night only. Directed by Craig Ryder (Priscilla Queen of The Desert, Moulin Rouge, We Will Rock You).
Quentin Crisp: Naked Hope
02-07-2017
to02-07-2017
Quentin Crisp was one of the most memorable figures of the twentieth century. Naked Hope depicts Quentin at two phases of his life: alone in the 1960’s and thirty years later, during his legendary An Evening with Quentin Crisp.
Beyond The Tube with Ashens and Friends
09-07-2017
to09-07-2017
Join YouTube star “Ashens” for the ultimate interactive geek fest with special guests Bec Hill, Ash Frith and Eli Silverman as we invite you the audience to become part of the show!
WhatsOnStage Live Series - Trevor Dion Nicholas
09-07-2017
to09-07-2017
Join us for a series of WhatsOnStage Live events and get up close and personal with your favourite West End stars.
I Loved Lucy
19-07-2017
to02-09-2017
Showered with rave reviews and following two sold-out runs in 2016, Lee Tannen’s incredibly personal, funny, bittersweet play charting his 10-year relationship with TV comedy legend Lucille Ball transfers to London’s Arts Theatre for a strictl...
Musicals and Beyond
06-08-2017
to27-08-2017
Join Helena Blackman and Amanda Coutts for a special cabaret. Featuring songs from musicals, together with pop and diva classics, Musicals and Beyond, produced by Paul Burton Productions, will be the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon.
Suburban Gadget Show
02-09-2017
to02-09-2017
Suburbaret is a suburban themed cabaret show hosted by Gareth Edward. Come celebrate all things suburban, with household gadgets and prizes worth more than £1 (Brexit permitting). Expect songs, laughter and a bit of gossip from the neighbours.
Waiting For Godot
05-09-2017
to23-09-2017
Didi and Gogo wait on a country road by a tree for a man named Godot. All they know is that when Godot arrives they will be saved. If he doesn’t arrive they have to come back tomorrow and wait again.
WhatsOnStage Live Series - Tyrone Huntley
17-09-2017
to17-09-2017
Join us for a series of WhatsOnStage Live events and get up close and personal with your favourite West End stars
The Toxic Avenger
28-09-2017
to03-12-2017
Toxie, a mutant freak with superhuman strength and a supersized heart is out to save New Jersey, end global warming and win the heart of his beloved. Laugh, scream and sing as Toxie rocks the house and saves the day