Gielgud Theatre

• The initial capacity of the auditorium was 1200 people, with more room for people to stand and watch the performance.
• It was constructed with three internal levels - the Upper Circle, Gallery and Stalls which have become the Grand Circle, Dress Circle and Stalls after some renovations.
• Today, the theatre can host a maximum of 974 visitors, with 507 Stall seats, 220 Dress Circle seats and 247 Grand Circle seats.
• Rows N-P of the Stall have the best overall viewing experience of the stage.

Gielgud Theatre Seating Plan >

• Train: The nearest train station is Charing Cross. The theatre is a 15-minute walk from the station. You will have to pass through Trafalgar Square and Pall Mall, and finally reach the famous Shaftesbury Avenue, where the theatre is located.
• Tube: The nearest tube stations are Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square, both a mere 10-minute walk away. The Piccadilly Circus station is served by the Piccadilly and Bakerloo lines, while Leicester Square is served by the Northern and Piccadilly lines. Once at the station, take the exit toward Shaftesbury Avenue.
• Bus: Shaftesbury Avenue is frequented by routes 14, 19 and 38. You could also choose to get off at Piccadilly Circus, which is frequented by routes 6, 12, 23, 88, 94, 139, 159 and 453.
• Parking: You can park at the Q-Park Theatreland parking zone. At Q-Park, you can avail of a parking scheme with 50% off car parking when validated by theatre staff. Parking fees range from £22 for up to 3 hours, and £29.50 for 4 hours. The other parking zones nearby are the Chinatown car park and at the NCP on Lexington Street. You will also have to pay a Congestion Charge Zone for Central London which costs £11.50 between 7 AM and 6 PM and is free outside this window.
• Best Mode of Transport: The bus is the most convenient mode of public transport to reach the theatre, as it is located right on Shaftesbury Avenue which is very well connected.