WHAT'S ON AT THE NOVELLO THEATRE, LONDON
What's On at the Novello Theatre, London
The Novello Theatre is currently home to Mamma Mia which premiered in the West End over 25 years ago and has been at the Novello since 2012! The show has been seen by more than 65 million people around the world, continuing the theatres history of long running shows, such as ‘Buddy’ which ran for over 7 years!
Now part of the Delfont Mackintosh Theatre Group, the Novello has a seating capacity of 1146. The venue was originally named The Waldorf Theatre and opened in 1905. In 1913 it was renamed The Strand and was bombed during both wars in 1915 and 1940.
Renamed as the Novello Theatre in 2005, it has homed comedy’s, farce, plays, and musicals. Premieres such as Stephen Sondheim’s ‘A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum’ and successful long running shows such as ‘No Sex Please, We’re British’ form part of its successful history, attracting world class performers such as Sir Laurance Olivier, Dame Maggie Smith, Michael Crawford, and David Jason. You can book tickets online below for The Novello Theatre.
The Novello Theatre is currently home to Mamma Mia which premiered in the West End over 25 years ago and has been at the Novello since 2012! The show has been seen by more than 65 million people around the world, continuing the theatres history of long running shows, such as ‘Buddy’ which ran for over 7 years!
Now part of the Delfont Mackintosh Theatre Group, the Novello has a seating capacity of 1146. The venue was originally named The Waldorf Theatre and opened in 1905. In 1913 it was renamed The Strand and was bombed during both wars in 1915 and 1940.
Renamed as the Novello Theatre in 2005, it has homed comedy’s, farce, plays, and musicals. Premieres such as Stephen Sondheim’s ‘A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum’ and successful long running shows such as ‘No Sex Please, We’re British’ form part of its successful history, attracting world class performers such as Sir Laurance Olivier, Dame Maggie Smith, Michael Crawford, and David Jason. You can book tickets online below for The Novello Theatre.
What's On at the Novello Theatre, London
Mamma Mia!
Novello Theatre, London
Saturday 21 December 2024 - Saturday 27 September 2025
Join us at Mamma Mia! and enjoy the ultimate feel-good factor at the world's sunniest and most exhilarating smash-hit musical! Set on a Greek island paradise, a story of love, friendship and identity is cleverly told through the timeless so...How to get to the Novello Theatre, London
Novello Theatre Frequently Asked Questions
Aldwych, London, WC2B 4LD
Novello Theatre is a participating theatre in the Q-Park Theatreland parking scheme where you can get 50% off car parking after midday for 4 hours.
There is also an NCP on Drury Lane nearby.
Tube - Covent Garden, Charing Cross, Holburn
Bus - Numbers 6, 11, 15, 26 will get you to the closest bus stops.
Novello Theatre has a seating capacity of 1146.
For further information on tickets at the Novello Theatre, click here and click the 'Contact Us' tab to chat with one of their team members.
For more detailed information, including when you will receive them, lost tickets, or refunds, you can also contact Delfont Mackintosh directly online. Click here for more details.
If you would like to buy a ticket in person from the Novello Theatre Box Office, they are open from 2 hours 30 minutes before the start of the show, and until 15 minutes after curtain up. The box office remains open between shows on matinee days.
Delfont Mackintosh Theatre's central box office for all 8 theatres is at the Sondheim Theatre, Shaftsbury Ave, and is open Monday - Friday noon - 6pm.
Alternatively, you can see what's on and book online here.
The current running time for Mamma Mia is 2hrs 35mins including the interval.
Please click here for more information regarding access at the Novello Theatre.
Whether you have positive or negative feedback you would like to feedback to the Novello Theatre, please click here for more information and and click the 'Contact Us' tab to chat with one of their team members.
Alternatively, you can click here to contact Delfont Mackintosh Theatres.
If you lose an item during a visit to the Novello Theatre, you can contact Delfont Mackintosh customer services team here.
Lost property will be kept at the theatre for one month.
Either use the map at the side of the FAQ section as it has all types of accomodation or click here for accommodation near the Novello Theatre.
No. Delfont Mackintosh Theatres, including the Novello, do not permit food or drink purchased elsewhere to be taken into their theatres.
All of their theatre bars serve drinks and snacks (no hot food).
Latecomers will only be admitted at a suitable break in the performance.
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For more support, you can contact the Delfont Mackintosh Theatres customer service team here and they will assist you.
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