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The Duchess Theatre is one of the smallest in The West End, which is not entirely a bad thing. The seating is almost on top of the stage, creating an intense engagement between audience and actors of the kind usually reserved for the fringe. This has made the Duchess a favourite with actors and directors, in spite of cramped backstage conditions. As a result, it has played host to some of the most important plays of the last century. Harold Pinter's The Caretaker (1970) had its West End debut here and Noel Coward's Blithe Spirit (1942) was performed 1997 times, a record at the time. In more recent times its unique intimacy has made it the ideal setting for shows like Joe Penhall's Olivier-Award-winning Blue/Orange (2001), and Harold Pinter's claustrophobic Betrayal (2003).
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event > Theatre > Dramas
DATES 22nd March to 15th June 2013
Alan Bennett's critically acclaimed Untold Stories transfers to the Duchess Theatre this March. The double bill features two autobiographical recollections by Bennett: Hymn, a touching memoir of music in his childhood, and Cocktail Sticks, which revisits some themes and conversations of Bennett's memoir. Written while Bennett believed he was dying ... More about this event
FencesFencesComedian Lenny Henry proved he can do serious acting as well as he can do stand-up with Othello in 2009 and now he's back in Fences, a "cracking production" (Telegraph) of August Wilson's American drama. In the 1983 play set in the 1950s, Henry stars as African American Troy Maxson, an embittered bin man in his 50s, whose career in baseball was cut19th June 2013Saturday 14th September 2013
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event > Theatre > Dramas
DATES 19th June to 14th September 2013
Comedian Lenny Henry proved he can do serious acting as well as he can do stand-up with Othello in 2009 and now he's back in Fences, a "cracking production" (Telegraph) of August Wilson's American drama. In the 1983 play set in the 1950s, Henry stars as African American Troy Maxson, an embittered bin man in his 50s, whose career in baseball was cut... More about this event
event > Theatre > Comedies
DATES 18th September to 7th December 2013
Following a run at the Chichester Festival Theatre, The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui now transfers to the Duchess Theatre. With Henry Goodman once again in the title role - who, according to The Daily Telegraph, "you simply can't take your eyes off...he is horribly, hypnotically watchable" - this play is a funny and witty interpretation of Hitler's... More about this event
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1 Aldwych, WC2B | 1 minute from Duchess Theatre
A Large, modern luxury hotel right in the middle of the West End, a few minutes walk from Covent Garden. One Aldwych is exceptionally well equipped, ...More
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 54% off from £158
Aldwych, WC2B | 1 minute from Duchess Theatre
Positioned between the City's Square Mile and the thriving West End, this grand, Edwardian Hilton hotel welcomes guests with a patisserie and champagne bar in the ...More
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336-337 The Strand, WC2R | 1 minute from Duchess Theatre
A luxurious 5-star hotel situated right in the heart of the city, ME London offers guests a lavish accommodation experience. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide the impeccable guestrooms ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Aldwych, Covent Garden, London WC2B4LD | 1 minute from Duchess Theatre
With the Waldorf Hotel sandwiched inbetween them, the Aldwych and Strand theatres were originally built to work as a pair. The Aldwych is probably most noted for ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Aldwych, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 1 minute from Duchess Theatre
Built in 1905 to form a pair with the near-identical Aldwych Theatre, the Novello Theatre (formerly known as the Strand Theatre) is one of London's more ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Catherine Street, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 1 minute from Duchess Theatre
London's oldest theatre is also its most spectacular, with a palatial auditorium that is among the most impressive in the world. The first theatre on this ...More
London > Entertainment > Live Music
38 King Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 4 minutes from Duchess Theatre
This new Covent Garden alternative to the West End tourist traps has welcomed the likes of filthy San Franciscan Scott Capurro and TV favourite Andi Osho. ...More
London > Entertainment > Arts Centres
24 Endell Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H | 6 minutes from Duchess Theatre
Before it was a hip private members' club designed specifically for the creative industries - complete with bar and dining rooms, cinema, TV and recording studios ...More
London > Entertainment > Comedy Clubs
213 Strand, Holborn, London WC2R | 6 minutes from Duchess Theatre
The Funny Side comedy group runs comedy clubs in three locations in London, including the flagship Covent Garden venue above The George pub which puts on ...More
London > Events > Theatre Dates: 18th September to 7th December 2013
Duchess Theatre, Catherine Street, Covent Garden, London WC2B | Same location as Duchess Theatre
Following a run at the Chichester Festival Theatre, The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui now transfers to the Duchess Theatre. With Henry Goodman once again in ...More
London > Events > Theatre Dates: 4th May to 3rd August 2013
Trafalgar Studios, 14 Whitehall, Westminster, London SW1A | 10 minutes from Duchess Theatre
Simon Russell Beale and John Simm (currently appearing in BBC TV series The Village) star in Harold Pinter's tragicomedy The Hothouse, Jamie Lloyd's second production at ...More
London > Events > Theatre Dates: 15th February to 15th June 2013
Gielgud Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue, Soho, London W1D | 11 minutes from Duchess Theatre
Following her Oscar-winning performance in the 2006 film The Queen, Helen Mirren reprises her role as Queen Elizabeth II with another award-winning performance in Peter Morgan's ...More
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London > Attractions > Museums
Covent Garden Piazza, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from Duchess Theatre
After a two-year, £22 million refurbishment the London Transport Museum reopened on 22 November 2007 revealing more exhibition space than before. The museum travels back through ...More
London > Attractions > Museums
45 Wellington Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from Duchess Theatre
The London Film Museum, located on the site of the Theatre Museum in the original Flower Cellars in the heart of Covent Garden, is the second ...More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
Courtauld Institute of Art, Somerset House, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 3 minutes from Duchess Theatre
Manet's 'Bar at the Folies-Bergeres', Van Gogh's 'Self-Portrait with a Bandaged Ear' and Renoir's 'La Loge' are just a few of the celebrated artworks displayed at ...More
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
38 Tavistock Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from Duchess Theatre
As British as a bacon buttie, buying your groceries at The Albion Emporium is like getting first dibs on Mrs Beeton's pantry. A bastion of Britishness, ...More
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
42 Tavistock Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from Duchess Theatre
If cupcakes are you cup of tea then head to the Covent Garden outlet of Primrose Bakery, a family owned enterprise which makes the most scrumptious ...More
London > Shopping > Perfume and Cosmetics
41 Wellington Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from Duchess Theatre
130-year-old scent emporium with royal warrants. For a sweet-smelling, sensory overload, Penhaligon’s has to be the place to go. From the original Hammam Bouquet to the Winston ...More
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London > Restaurants > Turkish restaurants
36 Tavistock Street, Covent Garden, , Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from Duchess Theatre
Turkish cuisine. ...More
London > Restaurants > Modern European restaurants
1 Aldwych, One Aldwych Hotel, , Covent Garden, London WC2B | 1 minute from Duchess Theatre
Modern European cuisine. Booking advised. Separate room for parties. ...More
London > Restaurants > American restaurants
18 Wellington Street, Covent Garden, , Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from Duchess Theatre
The best of the Americas over two floors of this grade II listed building in the heart of Covent Garden and overlooking Waterloo Bridge. Lobsters (flown ...More
London > Education > Arts and Drama
Somerset House, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 3 minutes from Duchess Theatre
The Courtauld is one of the most prestigious art schools in the country, affiliated with the Oxbridge system and boasting a huge private location and prime ...More
London > Education > Medical Schools
Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 3 minutes from Duchess Theatre
Imperial College London is the foremost medical training faculty in the country but for non-medical graduates wishing for a change of career, King’s is the obvious ...More
London > Education > Universities and Colleges
Granary Building, 1 Granary Square, Holborn, London N1C | 9 minutes from Duchess Theatre
One of the premier arts colleges in the world, St Martins accepts only a few talented students each year, and is very well regarded in the ...More
Leisure near Duchess Theatre
London > Leisure > Fitness
12 Floral Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 4 minutes from Duchess Theatre
This day spa exclusively for women is a total pampering experience from the minute you step through the door. Located in bustling Covent Garden you'll soon ...More
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
25 Shelton Street, 40 Earlham Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H | 6 minutes from Duchess Theatre
Let the Thai Square Spa transport you to the shores of Asia with their traditional Thai spa treatment rooms, smack bang in the centre of Covent ...More
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Holborn, Holborn, London WC2A | 8 minutes from Duchess Theatre
The largest public square in London, Lincoln's Inn Fields has a rich and varied history. In 1683 it was the site of the public beheading of ...More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
39 Bow Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 2 minutes from Duchess Theatre
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London > Nightlife > Pubs
33 Rose Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 5 minutes from Duchess Theatre
One of the oldest pubs in London, the Lamb & Flag was once known as the Bucket of Blood, thanks to the bare-knuckle fights held here. ...More
Nightlife near Duchess Theatre
London > Nightlife > Bars
1 Aldwych, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 1 minute from Duchess Theatre
Named one of the top five hotel bars in the world by the Sunday Telegraph, the Lobby Bar at the chic One Aldwych hotel is renowned ...More
London > Nightlife > Bars
36 Drury Lane, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 4 minutes from Duchess Theatre
The reputation of the Benelux breweries precedes them and this themed bar captures the flair of Dutch cafe culture too. The impressive row of shiny silver ...More
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London > Business > Venue Hire
Somerset House South Wing Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 3 minutes from Duchess Theatre
Enjoy a luxury cruise on the Silver Fleet. Departing from the Savoy Pier and cruising along the Thames. A classy way to see the Thames....More
London > Business > Venue Hire
Somerset House, Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 3 minutes from Duchess Theatre
Somerset House, once the site of a spectacular Tudor palace, now includes a magnificent 18th century art gallery housing celebrated collections belonging to the Courtauld Institute Gallery, ...More
London > Business > Venue Hire
8 John Adam Street, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 5 minutes from Duchess Theatre
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What's On Today Near Duchess Theatre Kit Kat Kabaret Clubbing and Nightlife | Until 30th May 2013 CellarDoor 1 minutes walk from Duchess Theatre A burlesque and cabaret show....More The Chebbs Concerts | On 23rd May 2013 The Roadhouse 3 minutes walk from Duchess Theatre Pop and rock covers combo....More Blumenfeld Studio: New York, 1941-1960 Exhibitions | Until 1st September 2013 Somerset House 3 minutes walk from Duchess Theatre Around 100 colour images of Berlin-born portrait and fashion photographer Erwin Blumenfeld's work, which chart the history of his studio ...More Austerity: The History Of A Dangerous Idea: Lecture Exhibitions | On 23rd May 2013 London School Of Economics 3 minutes walk from Duchess Theatre Professor Mark Blyth and Jonathan Hopkin from LSE discuss the policy of budget cuts....More Intersubjectivity & Interobjectivity: Lecture Exhibitions | On 23rd May 2013 London School Of Economics 3 minutes walk from Duchess Theatre Discussion with Prof Martin Bauer, Prof Fathali M Moghaddam, Dr Gordon Sammut and Prof Jaan Valsiner....More Intuition Pumps And Other Tools for Thinking: Lecture Exhibitions | On 23rd May 2013 London School Of Economics 3 minutes walk from Duchess Theatre Prof Daniel Dennett considers humanity's remarkable capacity for developing thought-tools....More The New Digital Age: Reshaping The Future Of People, Nations And Business: Discussion Exhibitions | On 23rd May 2013 London School Of Economics 3 minutes walk from Duchess Theatre Google's Jared Cohen and Eric Schimidt set out a vision of the future....More Palestinian-Israeli Economic Relations: Repudiating The Paris Protocol': Lecture Exhibitions | On 23rd May 2013 London School Of Economics 3 minutes walk from Duchess Theatre Lecture by Prof Ephraim Kleiman of the Hebrew University Of Jerusalem....More Top Secret Comedy Club Comedy | On 23rd May 2013 Top Secret Comedy Club @ The Africa Centre 4 minutes walk from Duchess Theatre Sharp stand-up from 2007 Chortle Student Comedian Award-winner and BBC Radio 1 presenter, Tom Deacon. Also featuring Damian Clark and ...More Suzuki Violin Ensemble Munich Concerts | On 23rd May 2013 St Paul's Covent Garden 4 minutes walk from Duchess Theatre The group performs Corelli's Church Sonata and La Folia, Vivaldi's Double Concerto In D Minor and Concerto Grosso In A ...More London 2013 The AnnualThe best London events, openings, anniversaries & experiences for 2013, from LondonTown.com Book £10 Tablet FREE
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