Open-air theatres · London
Shaftesbury Theatre (1888–1941)
In or near Covent Garden.
Shaftesbury Theatre (1888–1941) — a open-air theatre in england london.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Leicester Square · 0.2 km
About
Shaftesbury Theatre (1888–1941) 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. former theatre in London, England
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Place summary
Shaftesbury Theatre is an open-air theatre located in London, established in 1888. Designed by architect Charles J. Phipps, it operated until 1941. The theatre reflects the architectural styles of its era and has historical significance in the London performing arts scene. The site is representative of the late Victorian period's cultural developments.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5125, -0.1301
- District
- Westminster
- Parish
- Westminster, unparished area
- Postcode
- W1D 5ET
- Parliamentary constituency
- Cities of London and Westminster
- Established
- 1888
- Nearest railway station
- Leicester Square — 0.2 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q7102569 (CC0)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Shaftesbury Theatre (1888–1941)?
- Shaftesbury Theatre (1888–1941) is in London, United Kingdom (postcode W1D 5ET), in the parish of Westminster, unparished area.
- What is Shaftesbury Theatre (1888–1941)?
- Shaftesbury Theatre (1888–1941) — a open-air theatre in england london.
- How do I get to Shaftesbury Theatre (1888–1941)?
- The nearest railway station is Leicester Square, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode W1D 5ET.
- When was Shaftesbury Theatre (1888–1941) built?
- Built or established in 1888. Designed by Charles J. Phipps.
- How do I get to Shaftesbury Theatre (1888–1941)?
- The nearest railway station is Leicester Square, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode W1D 5ET.