St. Martins Theatre, London: Hours, Address, St. Martins Theatre Reviews: 4.5/5
St. Martins Theatre
St. Martins Theatre
4.5
Monday
10:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 8:30 PM
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Neighborhood: Covent Garden
Whether you're headed here to check out the multitude of shops, theaters, cafes, pubs, and restaurants, or simply to be among the multitude of people who pass through this pretty part of town, you'll love soaking up the festive and historic atmosphere in and around Covent Garden. Even if you don't have tickets to the opera or a show at one of the many famous theaters here, don't be surprised if find yourself captivated by some impromptu act of a street performer wowing the crowds in Covent Garden's Piazza. If you do have tickets, you'll be pleased to note that many of the local eateries accommodate theatergoers with prix fixe menus, early dinners, and later than usual opening hours.
How to get there
- Leicester Square • 3 min walk
- Covent Garden • 3 min walk
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miss_scho28
Holmfirth, UK5 contributions
Great play, not so great staff
Nov 2021 • Solo
Great play, simple set & lovely old theatre. I did get an idea who dunnit but still thoroughly enjoyed watching. My only complaint - some of the staff were a bit snappy & rude. I was seated in the orchestra stalls but queued at the main door as it is not clear at all which door to queue at for which seats. When I got to the front the doorman snapped at me "no - that's what I was just saying, you should be at the side entrance!", unfortunately nobody further than 5 feet away from him could tell a word he said when he'd opened the doors. The gentleman working the bar in the stalls wasn't exactly warm & friendly either. I told him I'd pre-ordered drinks, he gruffly replied I needed to click the link on the text message, however there is no signal in the building so the link would not open.
Overall a great evening but some of the staff need to work on their people skills & I think there should be clearer signage outside so people know where to queue
Overall a great evening but some of the staff need to work on their people skills & I think there should be clearer signage outside so people know where to queue
Written November 26, 2021
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sineaddoody
Kilkenny, Ireland14 contributions
Comfortable
Nov 2021
On Saturday 20th, my sister and I went to the theatre. We both loved the show and the environment alike. We sat downstairs at the orchestra level and had a perfect view.
Written November 24, 2021
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Tony and Joy W
Bridgwater, UK585 contributions
Classic Theatre with a great "Who-Dun-It" Play
Nov 2021
The St. Martin's Theatre is a great classic building. Plenty of impressive woodwork and we had a great view from our seats. The theatre was showing Mousetrap which is the longest running play in the World. I am not going to say anything about this play and spoil it except it's well worth seeing. The management and staff at the theatre were all very helpful.
Written November 19, 2021
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Albia-Newton
Weston super Mare, UK3,703 contributions
Mousetrap
Oct 2021 • Friends
A lovely little theatre
Really enjoyed the mousetrap in its 69th year
Comfortable seating and a pleasant environment
Highly recommended
Really enjoyed the mousetrap in its 69th year
Comfortable seating and a pleasant environment
Highly recommended
Written October 18, 2021
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Hitesh C
194 contributions
Loved it
Oct 2021 • Couples
Great theatre. Friendly staff. My only word of caution is that if you’re a tall person, try booking an end seat.
Nice wine and other refreshments available more show and during the intermission
Nice wine and other refreshments available more show and during the intermission
Written October 16, 2021
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Sohoguys
London, UK98 contributions
Knock it Down!
Sep 2021
St Martin's theatre opened in 1916; 104 years ago...and it shows. It is run down, narrow, and very uncomfortable. No investment or improvements visible. The tube has larger seats. The toilets are disgusting. 3r World country conditions. It's grade 2 listed by English Heritage but not fit for purpose.
Written September 16, 2021
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karenpEdinburgh
Edinburgh, UK258 contributions
Beautiful Theatre but Bar Service Woeful
Aug 2021
We visited this theatre a few weeks ago to see the Mousetrap which we enjoyed. this is an absolutely stunning little theatre with loads of character and we very much enjoyed the play. However, we had pre-ordered a half bottle of Taittinger Champagne for the interval and went to collect it from the bar. We were told we couldn't take the bottle through with us and the barman said he would have to pour it into plastic glasses.... totally understandable I thought.... however, he poured our half bottle of Champagne into two plastic PINT glasses. Come on guys, if you are offering champagne, surely some plastic champagne/wine glasses would be the least you could offer!
Written September 10, 2021
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LoWo68
London, UK17 contributions
Very uncomfortable
Aug 2021 • Friends
Way too hot in there.
Train seats on way home were more comfortable. I"m only 5'8 & but leg room was a struggle.
Train seats on way home were more comfortable. I"m only 5'8 & but leg room was a struggle.
Written August 28, 2021
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Carl B
Hyde, UK477 contributions
Amazing and full of history
Aug 2021
What a wonderful little old theatre we visited yesterday for the matinee of Mousetrap!
Well worth a visit when in theatre land, but obviously I cant say whodunnit, you will need to go!
Well worth a visit when in theatre land, but obviously I cant say whodunnit, you will need to go!
Written August 20, 2021
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Rid A
1 contribution
Mousetrap play
Jul 2021
Went to watch Mousetrap on Saturday 31st July 2021 and it was an excellent experience overall, a special and massive thanks to Theatre manager- Carla and FOH Supervisor- Monloa who went above and beyond to facilitate my request for a multi-faith/prayer room. Thank you both!
Written August 2, 2021
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sunfluffy
devon england.2 contributions
Hi
I'm thinking of booking the box seats for those show but it says restricted view how much will I miss seeing?
ste141
Exeter, UK144 contributions
Hello. It means you'll have a slight restriction view of the stage. I sat in the upper gallery, towards the back, and I had a slight restriction view of the whole stage. But, I didn't mind just as long as I could see what was going on.
Is there a barrier which would obstruct view from front row of Dress Circle - I'm 5ft 3in?
Lisa T
Grimsby, UK488 contributions
Hi there, I'm 5ft and had no problem seeing the full stage from the dress circle.
Sally N
Las Vegas, NV118 contributions
I'm going to see The Mousetrap while in London. I looked at the seating chart and it was a little confusing, in that two seats next to each other could be different prices, and seats located behind others were more expensive, whereas I would have thought they would be cheaper. Is there a rhyme or reason for this? Any help for this first-timer going to see what I'm sure will be a wonderful play would be most appreciated!! Thank you in advance.
Tony De
Leicester, UK57 contributions
Sorry I have no idea about seat pricing. The seating is very tight I am 6’2” and had to sit sideways knees against my friend. Pre-ordering drinks for half time is a good idea.
Is there room in the theatre to store a small suitcase as I will be travelling home immediately after the matinee performance and will have already checked out of my hotel
PJ & Susana
Melbourne, Australia18 contributions
If you mean where you will be sitting then the answer would be no. Leg room is very tight, crossing your legs even difficult, though we are a tall family. My suggestion would be to ask the lovely staff in the ticket office if you could leave your suitcase with them. Back in the day I'm sure there was a cloakroom for checking in your coat etc, possibly still is.
Muz A
Batley, UK8 contributions
Is your view obstructed on front row balcony seats?
D4582ZVamyp
Lynchburg, VA74 contributions
We sat to the far left so up against the wall if you will so there was a small part of the stage to the far left that we couldn’t see. But that was remedied by leaning forward a bit.
peterperry2
Halesowen, UK
what time does the evening performance of the mousetrap finish?
Keith H
Cardiff, UK57 contributions
The show finished at 10.00pm
bacn1287
Harpenden, UK4 contributions
Can you see everything on stage ok if you sit in the second row of the stalls
MummyKnitter
Barnet, UK106 contributions
Yes. Stalls are jolly good seats.
Hannah
27 contributions
can you buy programs at the theatre before the performance?
how big are the 3 bars, how far away from the seats are they and how do you get to them?
sorry I know its a lot of questions, thank you :)
Comosomo1
Gloucester, UK60 contributions
Yes you can buy a programme before the performance. The theatre is small - so are the bars. Not far to walk
Ingrid Tenpelman
Amsterdam, The Netherlands1 contribution
is the theatre fully wheelchair accessible? For an electric wheelchair I mean so no steps or transfers to chairs possible.
Neil H
Caernarfon, UK62 contributions
There are three steps from the street into the foyer. The theatre staff will bring out a ramp if you request it; however my wife was unable to get her electric wheel chair up the slope.Luckily she is able to walk short distances, so she managed to get to our box (three more steps inside the theatre). The very helpful lady in the foyer stored the wheelchair during the performance.
There is no wheelchair access at the back or via the stage door, but the staff will do everything they can to assist you.
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- Mon - Sat 10:00 AM - 8:30 PM
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