London Palladium
London Palladium
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Designed in 1910 by Frank Matcham, this famous London theater has a seating capacity of 2,286.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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The go-to district for a good time in London, Soho hosts a wealth of world-class theatres and a compelling lineup of cafes, restaurants, pubs, bars, and clubs. At Soho's core is London's original Red Light District and the epicenter of the LGBT scene – and thus the city's hottest nightlife. For shopping enthusiasts, Soho is not only the home of London's greatest concentration of boutique shops, but also the most strategic place to set off on a tour of the world's most celebrated department stores. In the southern part of the neighborhood lies Chinatown, with its multitude of delicious and affordable restaurants. Closer to the Thames, Chinatown's narrow and teeming lantern-lit lanes spill onto the expansive hub of glitzy Leicester Square.
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- Debbie EWindsor, United Kingdom96 contributionsFantastically brilliant venueFantastic venue with the decor to match, This iconic venue gives a real sense of grandeur as you walk up the stairs to the Royal circle. We had the best night watching Dawn French in her one woman show. Absolutely hilarious. Her story telling is so animated and funny we didn’t want it to end. The Royal Circle are the best seats clear views , though like any theatre the seats are tight with not a lot of leg room , though the cool air con was a delight. This is an iconic venue in a great area with Carnaby street a 5 minute walk with great eating and drinking venues.Visited September 2023Traveled with familyWritten September 24, 2023
- paulfalconer01Chesterfield, United Kingdom597 contributionsGreat Dawn French nightDawn French show ‘I’m a massive (Tue, Wed, and, Thu)’. Everything was great. The show started on time and there was no issues getting in or any queues at the bar before the show. Prices are a bit mad as per all theatres but that never deters me. Staff were all pleasant and the place clean and grand. Dawn French was awesome and her show was full of an edited and funny stories. Unfortunately she’s not doing many nights.Visited September 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten September 24, 2023
- Sarah M1 contributionLovely venueI came to the London Palladium to watch Matteo Botcelli, the show was absolutely amazing. However, we were sat in L33 & L34 Royal Circle, and behind us 2 members of staff were standing and consistently chatting very loudly which unfortunately ruined my experience of the show - it got to the point I was going to get up to say something after the song had ended, however they eventually split up and stopped. The venue is lovely though, the seating had a decent amount of leg room and I couldn’t fault the venue at all. Just a shame the staff were a little inconsiderate of the showing going on.Visited October 2023Traveled with familyWritten October 3, 2023
- DawnDancerWatford, United Kingdom615 contributionsExcellentBeen a few times before, this time to see eurythmics songbook, the palladium is one of the mor roomy London Theatres. Great atmosphere. 2 solid hours no interval no messing around, brilliant evening thank you to Dave Stewart and daughter and a little extra at end Beverly KnightVisited November 2023Traveled with friendsWritten November 20, 2023
- Timbo3765Pershore, United Kingdom650 contributionsDecent seating for a changeFirst time here for ages. Staff were very friendly and our seats were better than expected. Not for their position (as we knew where we booked) but for the amount of room available. Compared with some other London theatres the space was amazing. Drink prices as expected were ridiculous and unjustifiable.Visited November 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten December 4, 2023
- Miriam K2 contributionsPeter Pan PantomimeThinking of bringing younger children to Peter Pan 2023/24? We found it totally unsuitable for a 5pm family event in terms of the script/jokes. Everything else is of course an amazing, awesome spectacle. It only said no under 4s admitted. My husband and I were completely taken aback as to whom a Palladium Panto is aimed at. A mere £780 for 4, the majority of the audience were adult men. Should have rang alarm bells that this was not aimed at children/young families. “ I’ve seen more children on a Saga holiday “ a gag by Jennifer Saunders. Plenty of uncomfortable double entendres and parents being asked awkward questions “why are they laughing?” and my 6 year old “what’s a ho*o*exual?” We should have left . If looking for a family friendly panto experience try your local theatres. As my husband said “what were we thinking!” I couldn’t find how to contact the theatre direct hence my review: parents of younger children be warned before booking a Panto at the Palladium.Visited December 2023Traveled with familyWritten December 11, 2023
- ViaggiatorehlcWoodbridge, United Kingdom35 contributionsRob Madge steals the show as Tinkerbell! Worth every penny!Peter Pan panto continues the magic but Rob Madge steals the show! While some reviewers are right that some young children might not get all the jokes, isn’t that the point? They fly over their innocent heads like Peter Pan and those who do get the jokes, like my 12 year old, may squirm a little, but they see and hear worse on You tube watching their foolish videos. Julian Clary reigns supreme and Jennifer Saunders, Gary Wilmot and the good natured Nigel Havers bring good cheer to all. My family thoroughly enjoyed it all and the tribute to Paul O’Grady, while confusing to my American mom, was a lovely touch.Visited December 2023Traveled with familyWritten December 28, 2023
- Vacation339845115376 contributionsSame script as in previous years with a different titleOur 5th visit but probably our last. Scenery, sound and costumes are fantastic as usual but the script and production have gone downhill since the days of Paul O'Grady. We had been unimpressed with Dawn French's performances but this year Jennifer Saunders is equally mediocre. Julian Clary is very funny but relies on the same sleezy jokes every year. Gary Wilmot and Nigel Havers were good but played the same parts as in previous years with just name changes. Eg. the sketch where Nigel always gets hit (last time it was with a plank) the audience song and Gary's tonguetwister song. Paul Zerdin is excellent and also the circus performers brought a new dimension. First timers will enjoy this panto but when you've seen it once you know what to expect in future visits. Seat prices increase but the production remains static. Sorry.Visited December 2023Traveled with familyWritten December 29, 2023
- Tony DouglasIpswich, United Kingdom83 contributionsTop Panto for grown upsWent to the Palladium pantomime on Saturday 30 December and have to say we had a marvellous time. Whilst there were a lot of kids there, this is clearly aimed at a more mature audience. The star is the show was Julian Clarey and his costumes. We laughed from start to finish. Jennifer Saunders was good and Nigel Havers took a lot of punishment whilst making us laugh. Paul Zerdin, the ventriloquist was excellent and he kept the kids entertained whilst still making tje adults laugh. Gary Wilmot was the Dame and he was very good. Lots of slapstick and the usual booing and "he's behind you" to keep the panto moving. Not much of a plot really, Peter Pan and the Darlings were very good but peripheral to the panto. We booked a hospitality package that allowed us into a lounge prior to tje show and at the interval. This included bar snacks, half a bottle of champagne each and the services of our own red coated butler, Amanda, who I have was excellent. Access during the interval was included and this meant you could purchase more drinks without having to queue. All in all a brilliant day.Visited December 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten January 1, 2024
- KayBNottingham, United Kingdom60 contributionsfab!!Peter Pan- Great panto!! I haven’t laughed that much in years!! Thank you so much for the laughs. It made my year!! I enjoyed every minute of it. Our whole family did. Ranging from 9 years old to 75 years old.Visited December 2023Traveled with familyWritten January 2, 2024
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Jan 2020 • Couples
Christmas treat from my grandparents was a family day out to the London Palladium to see the pantomime, first things first the pantomime as always was truly amazing.
However this can’t be said about the tickets we purchased was stage to come with an experience of champagne, butler and Icecream. Along with your own private room to use and nibbles.
Highly do not recommend this it is a total scam, they leave half bottle champagne in the room and do not tell you that if you finish the bottle you will be charged, this is not made clear at all some of the staff are rude and un helpful as the nibbles well if there was two of you fantastic but for a party of 9 and 3 tiny bowls of nibbles is not recommend. This should have be more for a larger group and not the same as smaller parties.
You was told you be taken and too and from your seats this was alway very rushed.
This is highly over rated and I would not recommend the experience to anybody.
The scam you with the champagne and do not make it clear at all.
Unfortunately this was not a nice experience at all. Not to mention we had to ask again for our change.
Sad to say that this was huge let down for the whole experience of the day
However this can’t be said about the tickets we purchased was stage to come with an experience of champagne, butler and Icecream. Along with your own private room to use and nibbles.
Highly do not recommend this it is a total scam, they leave half bottle champagne in the room and do not tell you that if you finish the bottle you will be charged, this is not made clear at all some of the staff are rude and un helpful as the nibbles well if there was two of you fantastic but for a party of 9 and 3 tiny bowls of nibbles is not recommend. This should have be more for a larger group and not the same as smaller parties.
You was told you be taken and too and from your seats this was alway very rushed.
This is highly over rated and I would not recommend the experience to anybody.
The scam you with the champagne and do not make it clear at all.
Unfortunately this was not a nice experience at all. Not to mention we had to ask again for our change.
Sad to say that this was huge let down for the whole experience of the day
Written January 11, 2020
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canterbury589
Canterbury, UK10 contributions
Feb 2020
Lovely venue. Good seats. Only downside were people using their phone cameras constantly and others getting up to get drinks. I just wish they realised how annoying this is .. Surely people can manage an hour without another drink. Venues please try and restrict sales during the actual performance. An announcement about phone camera use may prompt people to be slightly more considerate.
Great music. Great performance. Well worth the trip from Kent.
Great music. Great performance. Well worth the trip from Kent.
Written February 29, 2020
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J D
London, UK7 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
My friend and I went to see the above Panto this afternoon for the Matinee Performance.
The Panto was very, very good, lots and lots of laughter, Paul O'Grady, Julian Clary, Garry Wilmott, Nigel Havers and Matt Baker were so very funny, lots of slapstick comedy and lots of double entendres and ad-libbing too, well worth the money and the house was full too.
Alongside the Celebs, were a Ventriloquist, a couple of Roller Skaters, 4 Motorbikers and a Magician also included, lots of lovely costumes and the Animated Animals were amazing also.
A good time was enjoyed by us, and I am sure everyone else in the theatre too.
Hopefully the same cast will be back next year with another amazing Panto to entertain us all with their laughter again.
The Panto was very, very good, lots and lots of laughter, Paul O'Grady, Julian Clary, Garry Wilmott, Nigel Havers and Matt Baker were so very funny, lots of slapstick comedy and lots of double entendres and ad-libbing too, well worth the money and the house was full too.
Alongside the Celebs, were a Ventriloquist, a couple of Roller Skaters, 4 Motorbikers and a Magician also included, lots of lovely costumes and the Animated Animals were amazing also.
A good time was enjoyed by us, and I am sure everyone else in the theatre too.
Hopefully the same cast will be back next year with another amazing Panto to entertain us all with their laughter again.
Written January 8, 2020
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Sharon M
Rugby, UK444 contributions
Jan 2020
This was our fourth year at the London Palladium Panto, we have been since it first restarted 4 years ago. We walked out after the first half. This is not a 'Panto', it is the Julian Clary smutty show! Goldilocks and the 3 bears is a strange choice for a Panto to me personally, and it didn't transfer well. The female lead we had never heard of, which after Amanda Holden, Elaine Paige and Dawn French was very disappointing, Matt Baker was a real let down, Paul Zirdin has lost it, Gary Wilmot was good as was Nigel Havers, in fact the bears were probably the best of the bunch. Paul O'Grady always plays a good baddy, but the whole cast just seemed to be going through the motions to get the show over with. I think it is no longer a panto, far too smutty, and certainly not suitable for children. We had also booked the champagne VIP reception, what an absolute rip off that is, a lot of money for one glass of chamagne, a programme and 2 bowls of cheap nibbles and an ice cream in the interval!! By the time we managed to get to the room, use the bathroom and eat our ice cream, we literally were being called back downstairs again and hadn't had our drink yet. We made the decision not to bother with the second half, we spent the first half clock watching waiting for it to finish to be honest as we were bored. So many more pantos to see that really are amazing and traditional! Think we will stick to them in future!
Written January 13, 2020
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places2seeplaces2go
England, UK6,299 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
Have been to The Palladium previously to see more traditional musicals. This was my first tine though seeing a concert event & what an event and experience it was to see Madonna in such an intimate venue.
Tickets were all electronic which worked very smoothly with staff walking the queue outside & explaining everything.
Several security checks before entering & your phone was placed into a secure locked pouch by Yondr. This worked efficiently & was quickly unlocked when exiting.
The theatre is fabulous, we got there early to soak up the atmosphere & enjoy a few
pre-show drinks. Plenty of space for people to mingle & relax. Drink prices were no higher than nearby bars.
As for the show, amazing.
Tickets were all electronic which worked very smoothly with staff walking the queue outside & explaining everything.
Several security checks before entering & your phone was placed into a secure locked pouch by Yondr. This worked efficiently & was quickly unlocked when exiting.
The theatre is fabulous, we got there early to soak up the atmosphere & enjoy a few
pre-show drinks. Plenty of space for people to mingle & relax. Drink prices were no higher than nearby bars.
As for the show, amazing.
Written February 15, 2020
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Gareth38
Doncaster, UK3 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
Went to the evening performance Sat 4th January which was excellent. To be fair it was less of a Panto (Goldilocks was always going to be a wafer thin plot) and more of a star studded variety show in fancy dress but who cares it was absolutely hilarious!!!
I have noticed there have been a few raised eyebrows and critical comments regarding the Smut levels and innuendo noticeably about Julian Clary’s “Ring and sword swallowing” the Panto is set in a circus what do they expect? The jokes are no worse than previous years such as The Dick(Whittington) references and Julian singing about Soho in Cinderella!!!!
If anyone was that concerned about the smut levels then surely why would they book to see a pantomime starring Julian Clary in the first place??
Gary Wilmot is another star who always puts in a fantastic performance who the audience great as an old friend when he makes his entrance and his song medleys are always a show stopper this time getting a standing ovation mid performance.
Wish I lived closer as I would love to see it again.
I have noticed there have been a few raised eyebrows and critical comments regarding the Smut levels and innuendo noticeably about Julian Clary’s “Ring and sword swallowing” the Panto is set in a circus what do they expect? The jokes are no worse than previous years such as The Dick(Whittington) references and Julian singing about Soho in Cinderella!!!!
If anyone was that concerned about the smut levels then surely why would they book to see a pantomime starring Julian Clary in the first place??
Gary Wilmot is another star who always puts in a fantastic performance who the audience great as an old friend when he makes his entrance and his song medleys are always a show stopper this time getting a standing ovation mid performance.
Wish I lived closer as I would love to see it again.
Written January 9, 2020
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Cheffy67
Horsham, UK48 contributions
Sep 2020 • Couples
Van Morrison - fantastic.
There was not an ounce of fat on that gig.
I don't think Van said more than 4 words.
Music from Van for the whole time, about 90 minutes.
Starters was Chris Farlow. Still going. Still with that signature husky voice. Good stuff.
When Van Morrison came on stage there was no sign of his views on COVID-19, except in song, but as part of a fabulous performance it was easily forgiven.
The audience was highly appreciative so that even the gaps due to distancing faded into the background. Yes the masks were strange, and a noisy chap getting evicted for refusing to wear one was weird, along with the dancing and staff dashing around the auditorium telling people to stop taking photos with flash, and videos, but somehow it all seemed to fit with the current times.
None of this detracted from Van Morrisons talent or entertainment. He and his band were superb.
No wonder Sir Van Morrison O.B.E has been enthralling audiences for so long. Just masterful.
There was not an ounce of fat on that gig.
I don't think Van said more than 4 words.
Music from Van for the whole time, about 90 minutes.
Starters was Chris Farlow. Still going. Still with that signature husky voice. Good stuff.
When Van Morrison came on stage there was no sign of his views on COVID-19, except in song, but as part of a fabulous performance it was easily forgiven.
The audience was highly appreciative so that even the gaps due to distancing faded into the background. Yes the masks were strange, and a noisy chap getting evicted for refusing to wear one was weird, along with the dancing and staff dashing around the auditorium telling people to stop taking photos with flash, and videos, but somehow it all seemed to fit with the current times.
None of this detracted from Van Morrisons talent or entertainment. He and his band were superb.
No wonder Sir Van Morrison O.B.E has been enthralling audiences for so long. Just masterful.
Written September 26, 2020
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Danielle
York, UK1 contribution
Dec 2021 • Family
Do not take your kids to see Pantoland they will be bored for 80% of the show. It is not a panto, there’s nothing (apart from the costumes) that has any echo of a panto. It’s a poor variety show with rubbish songs being sung inbetween bad, tired jokes. The age recommendation is 5+ and I really feel it should be changed to 12+. We booked this last minute as Aladdin was cancelled due to covid and I’ve never regretted £400 worth of tickets more. We left at the interval.
Written December 19, 2021
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ellmsbny
London, UK20 contributions
Dec 2019
3 Generation family members with 3 children 4-10 & paid a lot of money for this production, BUT it was not a traditional Panto, no real audience participation that the kids adore -'he's behind you' 'oh no you didn't' etc.. Cast just walked on & off on each scene, nothing flowed, NO worthy story line, so was in all intents & purposes a variety show with a very wooden Paul O'Grady (who I have always adored) a very over the top Clary and just one dismal scene with the 3 bears in their house. This scene could surely have been eked out with Goldilocks trying out each seat/ bed etc.. which could have included - 'she's behind you!!' The smutty jokes were fine a lot of us but not for 10 yr old grandchild. Matt Baker was excellent and we all enjoyed the slapstick near the end. Too late now for a review but at nearly £500, we will not be coming back to a Palladium Panto and will try & find something more suitable for us.
Written January 7, 2020
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mrstraveller1
York, UK2,134 contributions
Feb 2020
Madge put on a dynamic show with various themes & a dazzling set. There’s big focus on the Fado music she’s discovered since moving to Portugal, alongside the dominatrix vibe of Madame X. She’s in good voice, assisted me thinks by a fair dollop of Autotune. The old girl was as stiff as a board though, moving creakily & needing a hand from her dancers to get up & down. Certainly no handstands - which were referred to in reviews from earlier shows. She’s clearly in pain & alludes to it. She chats a lot throughout & this & the intimacy of the venue are what really make it. Odd contrived bits that happen every show include sitting down for a natter with someone in the front row, & auctioning off a Polaroid selfie. It went for £1700 on this particular night.
Doors open @ 6.30pm with Madonna slated to kick off @ 8.30pm but it was after 9pm when she appeared.
You are allowed a bag no bigger then 7”x 5” & mobiles have to be secured in a Yondr sealed case which is released on exit. This was slick & didn’t add much delay or hassle when leaving.
Doors open @ 6.30pm with Madonna slated to kick off @ 8.30pm but it was after 9pm when she appeared.
You are allowed a bag no bigger then 7”x 5” & mobiles have to be secured in a Yondr sealed case which is released on exit. This was slick & didn’t add much delay or hassle when leaving.
Written February 4, 2020
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Imogen T
Croydon, United Kingdom
Hi, what time will Holly Johnson on 27th October start, and what time will the show end please. thanks
Written October 16, 2023
Call the theatre or use google
Written October 17, 2023
Yes. They check bags when you enter
Written June 26, 2023
Have tickets to see HRVY tomorrow night and am trying to find out what time the show finishes so i can book my train home? The phone lines are shut so not sur where to find the info....
Written October 23, 2021
We will arrive at Euston Station and need to book Travelodge or Premier Inn before going to London Palladium. What area should we look for the hotel?
Written September 20, 2021
Honestly, I'd go with the cheapest that you can find that is close to a London Underground. There is nowhere in Central London that is more than a 20-30 minute tube ride away. The Palladium is next to Oxford Circus underground station, which is on the Bakerloo (brown), Central (red) and Victoria (blue) lines.
Written September 21, 2021
Can you take a digital camera into the london palladium as it only says no smart phones or smart watches laptops
Written February 14, 2020
You cannot record or take photos during the performance which is normal
Written February 15, 2020
Stuart Deane
Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
Hi can you advise the bag policy please?
Written November 4, 2019
No water bottles allowed like at football matches as person in front of us in queue was told to either drink before entering or dispose of so be warned.
Written November 17, 2019
Whats the standing tickets like? Is there a nealer or is it just literally standing. Thanks
Written August 9, 2019
They are standing! Behind the audience... but it’s only 40ish minutes each half and over by 9.30ish.the last 10 minutes or so are standing ovation anyway!
Written August 10, 2019
Hi I’m going to see Madonna in Feb 2020 at the London Palladium. Are we allowed to take photos during the show?
Written July 3, 2019
As far as I am aware you can, normally the artist will tell you about taking photo's or videos during their performance, I'm pretty sure Madonna will be very vocal about what is allowed at her shows. Some artists request you not to take photo's as the flash puts them off. Lets hope you get some nice photo's of the event and enjoy the concert.
Written July 5, 2019
I'm going to see Madonna in January and I will be in the Stalls, row F 38. Now I'm not sure that it's a very good place to enjoy all the show because, although it's very close to the stage, it's a little bit on the left side. Is there someone that know how is this seat? I would like to enjoy each moment of the show, also because the ticket is too much expensive.
Written May 29, 2019
We sat in row C34,35,36 for the panto shows, we had really good views especially some of the special effects.
Written June 30, 2019
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