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About The Apollo Theatre

The Apollo Theatre first opened its doors on 21 February 1901, making it the first theatre to be built in London during the Edwardian era. The only complete theatre design of architect Lewin Sharp, this Grade II listed building showcases a blend of Edwardian grandeur and artistic heritage. It was named after Apollo, the Greek god of the arts.

Originally built for musical entertainment, it debuted with the American musical comedy The Belle of Bohemia. It has since showcased a broad range of critically acclaimed productions including award-winning plays, musicals, dramas and comedies. Over the years, it has staged notable productions, including Rain Man, Jerusalem starring Mark Rylance, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, and the West End premiere of the award-winning Everybody’s Talking About Jamie.

A scene in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part I was shot around the corner from the Apollo.

In 2005, the Apollo Theatre was acquired by Nica Burns and Max Weitzenhoffer, becoming part of the Nimax Theatres group.
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