Open-air theatres · London
Royal Court Theatre
In or near City of Westminster.
theatre on Sloane Square, Chelsea in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, London, England, UK
Stacey Harris — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Sloane Square · 0.1 km
About
Royal Court Theatre is a open-air theatre located in england london. A British open-air theatre presenting summer-season productions in a garden, park, ruin or natural amphitheatre setting. theatre on Sloane Square, Chelsea in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, London, England, UK
Photo gallery
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Official information
The Royal Court Theatre is a prominent venue for new writing and innovative performances. It hosts a variety of plays and events, showcasing both established and emerging playwrights.
Place summary
The Royal Court Theatre is an open-air theatre located in London, established in 1870. Designed by architect Walter Emden, it is known for its commitment to new writing and innovative productions. The theatre has played a significant role in the development of contemporary theatre in the UK. Its architectural features and outdoor setting provide a unique atmosphere for performances.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4926, -0.1565
- District
- Kensington and Chelsea
- Parish
- Kensington and Chelsea, unparished area
- Postcode
- SW1W 8AS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Chelsea and Fulham
- Established
- 1870
- Nearest railway station
- Sloane Square — 0.1 km
- Official site
- royalcourttheatre.com
Sources
- wikidata: Q1169370 (CC0)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Royal Court Theatre?
- Royal Court Theatre is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SW1W 8AS), in the parish of Kensington and Chelsea, unparished area.
- What is Royal Court Theatre?
- theatre on Sloane Square, Chelsea in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, London, England, UK
- How do I get to Royal Court Theatre?
- The nearest railway station is Sloane Square, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode SW1W 8AS.
- When was Royal Court Theatre built?
- Built or established in 1870. Designed by Walter Emden.
- How do I get to Royal Court Theatre?
- The nearest railway station is Sloane Square, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SW1W 8AS.