Duel Purpose
Throughout the 17th century, Leicester Square was a notorious duelling location. Famous duels are said to have occurred here, including one between a Captain French and Captain Coote.
Prince Edward Theatre
The Prince Edward Theatre opened in 1930, and was named after the then Prince of Wales, who went on to become Edward VIII.
- Location Prince Edward Theatre, Old Compton Street, London, UK
- Phone tel:0344-482-5151
- Website Find out more
- Price ££
In 1978, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s new musical, Evita, made a star of its leading lady, Elaine Paige. Paige then starred in Chess and Anything Goes, both at the Prince Edward Theatre.
The building was completely refurbished in 1992. Bernard Delfont and Cameron Mackintosh now owned the theatre, and spent over £3 million on remodelling the auditorium, improving the acoustics and increasing the size of the stage. The new Prince Edward Theatre was unveiled in March 1993 with the opening of Crazy for You, a Gershwin musical transferring from Broadway.
Opening Hours:
Mon - Tues: 4:30 - 7:30
Wed: 4 - 7:30
Thurs: 12:30 - 7:30
Fri: 4:30 - 7:30
Sat: 12:30 - 7:30
