The London Palladium is the most famous variety theatre in Britain, a grand 2,000-seat house just off Oxford Circus that has hosted everyone from the biggest names in show business to the Royal Variety Performance. Opened in 1910, it remains one of the West End's premier stages for musicals, concerts and live spectacle.
Why visit
To see a show here is to step into theatrical history, in an auditorium designed for the big occasion. Its central location and reputation for blockbuster musicals and star concerts make it a reliable highlight of any West End night out.
What to see and do
The programme mixes long-running musicals, limited-run concerts, comedy and seasonal pantomime. The opulent Edwardian interior is part of the experience, best appreciated from a well-chosen seat.
Visiting tips
Book ahead for popular runs; the theatre sits moments from Oxford Circus Tube and the shops of Liberty and Carnaby Street. For more, see our Soho guide.
