Local Theatres
Arquati Bistro is ideally located close to many of London's great West End theatres and shows. Located on the north side of the Strand and just a few doors from the Adelphi & Vaudeville theatres. See below for a list of current shows just a stones throw from Arquati Bistro, London's best theatreland restaurant.
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Sweeny Todd
Theatre: Adelphi Theatre, Strand, London WC2E 7NA - MapStephen Sondheim’s gruesome musical Sweeney Todd will take over the Adelphi Theatre from March 2012. Having completed its highly successful run at the Chichester Festival in 2011, the classic tale of terror and revenge will move to the West End with its original cast that includes the well-known names of Imelda Staunton and Michael Ball. Sweeney Todd will open at the Adelphi Theatre with previews from 10th March 2012, and closes on 22nd September 2012.
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Master Class
Theatre: Vaudeville Theatre, Vaudeville Theatre, 404 Strand, London, WC2R 0NH - MapTaking a peek into the life of Maria Callas; Master Class uncovers the rocky private life of the talented and fiery opera singer. Tyne Daly will be taking to the stage at the Vaudeville Theatre to put across her version of the turbulent events lived by Callas, which along with the stars temperament are thought to be just as astounding as her talent. Delving into the depths of her life and heartbreak, the show is set to be an emotional performance with comedic touches.
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The Lion King
Theatre: Lyceum Theatre, 21 Wellington Street, London WC2E 7RQ - MapThe Lion King is a musical based on the 1994 Disney animated film of the same name with music by Elton John and lyrics by Tim Rice along with the musical score created by Hans Zimmer with choral arrangements by Lebo M.
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Cool Hand Luke
Theatre: Aldwych Theatre, 49 Aldwych, London WC2B 4DF - MapCool Hand Luke is a hard-hitting story of World War II veteran. The ravenous spirit of the major protagonist refused to be broken by the system has become a part of fellow convicts.
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Dreamboats & Petticoats
Theatre: Playhouse Theatre, Northumberland Avenue, City of London, WC2N 5DE - MapIt's 1961 and emotions run high as talented young musicians Norman and Bobby compete to win the hearts of their adoring female fans – and more importantly, the gorgeous Laura. But when Laura shows that she’s no slouch with the guitar, rock ‘n’ roll fame beckons...
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Crazy For You
Theatre: Novello Theatre, 5 Aldwych, London WC2B4LD - MapGeorge and Ira Gershwin's hit musical comedy is packed full of classic songs including "I Got Rhythm", "Someone To Watch Over Me", "Embraceable You" and "Nice Work If You Can Get It". The original 1992 production won both the Tony and Olivier Award for Best New Musical.
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Rock Of Ages
Theatre: Shaftesbury Theatre, 210 Shaftesbury Avenue, London WC2H 8DP - MapSet in LA's infamous Sunset Strip in 1987, ROCK OF AGES tells the story of Drew, a boy from South Detroit, and Sherrie, a small-town girl, both in LA to chase their dreams of making it big and falling in love. ROCK OF AGES takes you back to the times of big bands with big egos playing big guitar solos and sporting even bigger hair! This five-time Tony Award nominated musical, now being made into a movie starring Tom Cruise, is now playing at London's Shaftesbury Theatre.
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Shrek The Musical
Theatre: Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, Catherine Street, City of London WC2B 5JF - MapJoin Shrek (Nigel Lindsay), our unlikely hero, and his loyal steed Donkey (Richard Blackwood) as they set off on a quest to rescue the beautiful (if slightly temperamental) Princess Fiona (Kimberley Walsh) from her tower guarded by a fire breathing love-sick dragon. Add the diminutiveLord Farquaad (Nigel Harman), a gang of fairytale misfits, and a biscuit with attitude, and you've got this year's must see new musical comedy
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War Horse
Theatre: The New London Theatre, 166 Drury Lane, City of London, Greater London WC2B 5PW - MapThe First World War is the backdrop for this tale of bravery, loyalty, and the extraordinary bond between a young recruit and his horse.
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Legally Blonde
Theatre: Savoy Theatre, Savoy Court, Strand, City of London, WC2R 0ET - MapCollege sweetheart and homecoming queen Elle Woods doesn't take no for an answer. So when her boyfriend, Warner, dumps her for someone serious, Elle puts down the credit card, hits the books, and heads for Harvard Law School!