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Ambassadors Theatre


West Street, London WC2H 9ND 0333 009 6690

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Buying tickets online

Theatre Box Office: 
Ambassador Theatre Group
This site allows you to select your own seats from all those available.

Booking fees per ticket for online bookings:
£3.95 per booking, not per ticket, handling fee.

About the show:

Harry Clarke 

Kathy & Stella Solve A Murder! 

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

 

Other Online Choices (with S.T.A.R. genuine ticket agencies):
Ticket agencies offer an alternative way to buy tickets, with booking fees differing from those charged by the theatre box office itself. They may have seats available or special offers when theatres do not.

Ticket agency prices vary in response to theatres implementing “dynamic pricing”  - which alters prices according to demand for a particular performance. Prices stated here were compiled as booking originally opened, current prices are advised at time of enquiry.

ALSO SEE Tickettree.com for great value "hotel and theatre ticket" packages.
Other Independent S.T.A.R. ticket agencies may also offer an alternative choice of seats.

TheatreMonkey Ticketshop

Harry Clarke
When the theatre does not have the tickets you desire available, it is well worth trying the Theatremonkey Ticketshop agency, telephone 020 7420 9778 (0044 207 420 9778 if calling from outside the United Kingdom), charge £13.30 on £95, £8.40 on £60, £6.30 on £45, £4.90 on £35, £3.50 on £25 seats booking fee per ticket - moderate by agency standards, though higher than box office fees, worth trying as they often have an alternative choice of seats available! Note that this system will confirm exact seat numbers prior to purchase. A £1.95 per booking, not per ticket, handling fee may apply on some transactions by telephone. NO handling fee applies for online purchases.

 

Kathy & Stella Solve A Murder!
When the theatre does not have the tickets you desire available, it is well worth trying the Theatremonkey Ticketshop agency, telephone 020 7420 9778 (0044 207 420 9778 if calling from outside the United Kingdom), charge £19 on £125, £14.50 on £95, £11.40 on £75, £8.40 on £55, £5.40 on £35, £3.80 on £25 seats until 11th July 2024 / £19.80 on £130, £15.20 on £99.50, £12.20 on £80, £9.20 on £60, £6.10 on £40, £3.80 on £25 seats from 12th July 2024 onwards / £14.50 on £95, £13 on £85, £9.90 on £65, £6.90 on £45, £3.80 on £25, £3.10 on £20 preview seats to 4th June 2024 booking fee per ticket - moderate by agency standards, though higher than box office fees, worth trying as they often have an alternative choice of seats available! Note that this system will confirm exact seat numbers prior to purchase. A £1.95 per booking, not per ticket, handling fee may apply on some transactions by telephone. NO handling fee applies for online purchases.

See Tickets

Harry Clarke
Another alternative is www.seetickets.com which charge £19 on £95, £12 on £60, £9 on £45, £7 on £35, £5 on £25 seats booking fee per ticket, and £2.75 per booking (not per ticket) postal charge.

Ticketmaster

Harry Clarke
Alternatively, Ticketmaster charge £18.75 on £95, £11.75 on £60, £9 on £45, £7 on £35, £5 on £25 seats booking fee per ticket.

Encore Tickets

Harry Clarke
Encore Tickets charge £21 on £95, £12 on £60, £9 on £45, £7 on £35 seats booking fee per ticket. Discounts and "Meal and Show" packages may also be available.

 

Kathy & Stella Solve A Murder!
Encore Tickets charge £24 on £125, £19 on £95, £15 on £75, £11 on £55, £7 on £35, £5 on £25 seats until 11th July 2024 / £25 on £130, £19.50 on £99.50, £16 on £80, £12 on £60, £8 on £40, £5 on £25 seats from 12th July 2024 onwards / £19 on £95, £17 on £85, £13 on £65, £9 on £45, £5 on £25, £4 on £20 preview seats to 4th June 2024 booking fee per ticket.

Discounts and "Meal and Show" packages may also be available.

London Theatre Direct

Harry Clarke
Londontheatredirect.com charge £20 on £95, £12.75 on £60, £9.50 on £45, £7.50 on £35, £5.25 on £25 seats booking fee per ticket. Optional Ticket Insurance is also available. 

Discounts may also be available.


 

Kathy & Stella Solve A Murder!
Londontheatredirect.com charge £26.25 on £125, £20 on £95, £15.75 on £75, £11.75 on £55, £8.50 on £35, £5.25 on £25 seats until 11th July 2024 / £27.50 on £130, £21 on £99.50, £17 on £80, £12.75 on £60, £8.50 on £40, £5.25 on £25 seats from 12th July 2024 onwards / £20 on £95, £18 on £85, £13.75 on £65, £9.50 on £45, £5.25 on £25, £4.25 on £20 preview seats to 4th June 2024 booking fee per ticket. Optional Ticket Insurance is also available. 

Discounts may also be available.

Box office information

Telephone: 0333 009 6690 
Operated by the Ambassador Theatre group's own phoneroom from 9am until 10pm (Sundays 10am until 8pm). Outside these hours the Ticketmaster agency answer calls on their behalf.

Booking fees per ticket for telephone bookings:
£3.95 per booking, not per ticket, handling fee.

For personal callers or by post:
West Street, London. WC2H 9ND
No booking fee for personal callers.

Open from 4pm (12 noon on days with afternoon performances) on performance days only.

Special Access Needs Customers: 
Wheelchair users and other registered disabled theatregoers can book their seats and enquire about concessionary prices that may be available to them on a 0800 912 6971 / type talk 18001 0871 297 5477.

Please remember that cheaper seats often do not offer the same view / location quality as top price ones, and that ticket prices are designed to reflect this difference.

 

THIS THEATRE UNDERWENT REFURBISHMENT DURING AUTUMN 2022. 
The following is based on "first impressions" since December 2022. The monkey welcomes reader comments.

  • Stalls
  • Dress Circle
  • Dress Circle Box

Stalls

Layout

A single block of seats facing the stage, curving slightly to focus on it.

Row P is separated from the rest of the auditorium and feels more like private boxes either side of a sound desk area. Probably were going to be boxes in fact, given the doors are marked "Box A" and "Box B."

The Dress Circle overhangs the stalls at row G, the top of the stage is not visible from row P.

Seats start to slope quite sharply upwards from row F, with rows from K being the most noticeably elevated. 

Rows from H back are off-set to see between those ahead. Rows B to F seem to rely on the high stage to do that job.

Legroom

Uncomfortable for those over around 5ft 8 (though you can put your feet into the space under the seats in front, which helps) in all seats except A to C.

It is unlimited in A if that is the front row. Rows B and C are also suitable for those up to 5ft 10 if they are not the front row.

Rows F, H and P seem to have a little less legroom than the others, perhaps for those up to around 5ft 6.

Seats C1 has about 50% clear ahead of it, while C14 has space for one slim leg to stretch perhaps.
 

Choosing seats in general

Row A has it for legroom, and the view is fine, but a little neck ache may be encountered looking up at the stage. A good discount make these a worthwhile choice in the monkey's opinion.

Seats in rows F to H offer the best views, H probably as good as it gets unless someone tall is in front.

B and C are also fine with the stage height likely to cancel out any other issues, D and E perhaps without the slope so not quite as good.

Beyond row G, maybe worth going 4 seats off the aisle in case the circle above reduces the view of the top of the stage for some production.

Otherwise, you are pretty safe all the way back to J at top prices, most likely.

K and L may feel a little far back unless discounted.

M and N are great value if cheaper, and the monkey would take N over M if there is a price drop and you feel tall enough to see over rows in front – otherwise there is the circle option with its steep steps.

Row P is probably best avoided. Squeezed into “box” like areas either side of the sound desk there seems no advantage to them unless discounted. In particular, if anyone tall is in the row in front, the view in row P is likely to be affected quite considerably.
 

General hazard notes

High stage.

Not much slope raising rows A to E, and little seat off-set there either.

Row P feels separated by the walls and row ahead, and seats are not off-set nor raised enough to see around a tall person in front.
 

Changes for the current production

Harry Clarke
Row A is sold cheap at third price and good value.

Row B is second price and nearly as good for the bananas.

The taller and cautious could take row M instead - which risks not seeing over heads in front if shorter. Going that way, though, the monkey would skip central M, as row N behind it is cheaper for pretty much the same view from the centre.

Premium seats run take up most of rows E to J. If you must, then G is prime.

Top non-premium price surrounds these seats from central row C back to row L, with some seats on row D at "package" prices. The monkey would take seats beside them, or take K for a central view.

Skip L 5 and 15 as you can have L 4 and 16 cheaper for near-identical views (circle overhang maybe a bit more one seat along, but hardly noticeable).

As mentioned. third price row N is not a bad bet as it will be far more comfortable than same price circle seats for those tall enough to see over rows in front and if row B isn't for you. End pairs in row N are lowest price and well worth a look once rear circle (which does not have the overhanging circle above to cut stage views) seats M 1 to 3 have gone.

Row P is lowest price and fair enough value feels the monkey, particularly if you are not claustrophobic, and don't wish to be further away but more comfortable for legroom at the back of the dress circle.

 

Kathy & Stella Solve A Murder!
Rows A and P are not yet on sale. If cheap, then A in particular could be good value.

Row B, plus outer pairs on C are second price and the monkey rates them good for the bananas. Go centre B to ends C in that order.

The taller and cautious could take ends of L or row M instead - which risks not seeing over heads in front if shorter. Going that way, though, the monkey would skip central M, as row N behind it is cheaper for pretty much the same view from the centre.

Premium seats run take up most of rows D to J. If you must, then G is prime, but it, central E and F are all "premium plus", with slightly cheaper pairs beside them on E to J first.

Top non-premium price surrounds these seats from central row D back to row J, with some seats on row D at "package" prices. The monkey would take seats beside them, or take K for a central view. Row D is an option, but with a high stage some may want to sit further back.

Skip L 5 and 15 as you can have L 4 and 16 cheaper for near-identical views (circle overhang maybe a bit more one seat along, but hardly noticeable).

As mentioned. third price row N is not a bad bet as it will be far more comfortable than same price circle seats for those tall enough to see over rows in front and if row B isn't for you. 

Row P is not yet on sale. If it is lowest price it is fair enough value feels the monkey, particularly if you are not claustrophobic, and don't wish to be further away but more comfortable for legroom at the back of the dress circle.

 

 

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
Only previews and early performances until 5th November 2024 are initially on sale, and the monkey notes that:
Rows A and B are sold cheap at third (lowest) price and are outstanding value, stage height high or not - go for B if you think it will help your neck ache.

Behind them, C to L are top price. Central E to K are the way to go, G being about prime for stage height and view. Take L last as you can have the same view in row M, cheaper. Be aware that the shorter back here may not see over heads in front and could consider the circle instead.

Row P is same price as A and B - and fair enough value feels the monkey, particularly if you are not claustrophobic, and don't wish to be further away - but it is more comfortable for legroom in much of the back of the dress circle. It would try for A and B first for the same bananas, though.

Readers comments

“M1: “Vardy V Rooney: The Wagatha Christie Trial (April 2023), (Broadway John). Seat is on the aisle. Tiny bit of the right side of the stage might be out of view but could see everything for this show. Decent legroom. Comfortable seat. The heads in front of me were a little in view but I could look around them if needed. Would definitely sit here again.”

Dress Circle

Layout

Nothing overhangs the Dress Circle in this theatre.

A single block of seats (plus two pairs of seats at the edges of the circle on row A with a single seat behind on row B). 

Rows A to E curve slightly to focus on the stage.

The main block has a short wall in front of row H and row J has a brass rail at foot level.

There is a rail at the end of the aisle on the front wall, which will not affect sightlines.
 

Legroom

Once notorious, most seats still will not please anyone taller than 5ft 7. Attempts have been made to increase “dangle room” by raising the seats so legs can hang down a little. There is still no space to stretch forward in most seats, though.

Row A 3 to 20 is suitable for those under 5ft 6 or so. Row A 1 and 22 for those under 5ft and 2 and 21 for those under 5ft 5.

Rows B to E for up to 5ft 7 willing to tolerate not being able to stretch forward. Note that there is an inch or so more legroom in the central seats than the outermost two.

Row F is about the same as the rows in front, with F1 having 1% clear in front for a slim leg to maybe move into slightly.

Row B 1 and 22 have nothing in front.

Row G does not curve and so the centre does not gain legroom. 

Row H has an inch less legroom than the row in front, perhaps for those under 5ft 6.

Row J has an inch more legroom if able to slide toes under the brass rail.

Row K shares the limited legroom of row H.

Row L is suitable for those up to around 5ft 9 with some extra space.

Row M seat 1 has nothing in front, 2 is also almost clear, 3 will suit someone up to 5ft 10 or so, 4 to around 5ft 9. Only seat 5 is not suitable for those over 5ft 6.
 

Choosing seats in general

The view is fine from all seats, so if you don’t mind the legroom, at top price take rows A to D in that order, going centrally as possible and maybe not A 3 and 20 if squeamish about a rail nearby.

Row A seats 1, 2, 21 and 22 are pairs of seats apart at the edges of the circle. The view of the stage is sideways, but if offered at a good discount is worth considering over rear circle seats, provided again that legroom isn't a factor. Normally, skip them - there are better seats for the same price or less.

Behind, and just offset from them, B 1 and 22 have unlimited legroom and will appeal to tall singles wanting a view – even if there is an aisle rail, easily ignored.

Moving back, the newly raised seating makes rows feel slightly closer to the stage. Row F is possibly the limit at top prices, as the wall reminds those in G and H just how far from the front they are. 

Rear stalls L or M may well feel closer than J back, for those willing to look over heads.

The monkey would look for where prices drop. Row J is a thought for those who don’t mind the foot rail, but it would go for L and M at the back if they are cheaper still as you get roughly the same view and more legroom.

Take M1 and 2 for legroom, and M1 has a clear view straight down the aisle. If wanting a central seat, L is fine for most, and even M3 may feel reasonably in the action.
 

General hazard notes

A very low wall runs in front of row H.

Changes for the current production

Harry Clarke
Premium seats take up the centre of the first five rows. Stalls ones edge them by a mile on legroom, but the view is excellent.

The rest of main block back to H are top non-premium price. Remember there is little legroom up here, and rows G and H are a long way back for those bananas - plus have the least legroom after A.

Row A and B corner seats are second price. B 1 and 22 are well worth it for price and comfort even if the view is through rails.

Skip row F and central G for comfort alone.

At second price, go central J if you can tolerate the legroom. Note that stalls row B is the same price as ends of H, all J  and centre K up here - if you are willing to look upwards, they are more comfortable by far.

If seeking cheap, and you don't fancy neck ache / can't get front stalls row A for the same bananas, row L will do fine - more legroom than ends of K.

At lowest price, take M 1 to 3 first, good value and preferable to stalls row P for the same bananas on legroom and circle overhang not cutting your view off as it does back there. If M 1 to 3 are gone, stalls N 1, 2, 18 and 19 are the first alternative, notes the monkey.

 

Kathy & Stella Solve A Murder!
Premium seats take most of the first three rows. Stalls ones edge them by a mile on legroom, but the view is excellent.

The rest of main block back to G are top non-premium price. Remember there is little legroom up here, and row G is a long way back for those bananas - plus have the least legroom after A.

Row A and B corner seats are second price. B 1 and 22 are well worth it for price and comfort even if the view is through rails.

Skip row F and G for comfort alone.

At second price, go central H if you can tolerate the legroom. Note that stalls row B and ends of C are the same price as ends of G, all H and centre J up here - if you are willing to look upwards, they are more comfortable by far.

If seeking cheap, and you don't fancy neck ache / can't get front stalls row A for the same bananas, row L will do fine - more legroom than ends of K.

At lowest price, take M 1 to 3 first, good value and preferable to stalls row P (if on sale for the same bananas) on legroom and circle overhang not cutting your view off as it does back there.

 

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
Only previews and early performances until 5th November 2024 are initially on sale, and the monkey notes that:
Seats A3 and 20 aside, all seats back to G are top price. The view is excellent, but there is little legroom up here. Row G is a long way back for those bananas - plus it has the least legroom after A, with F not much better. Plus you can take H for the same view cheaper (if you can stand the legroom there, too, of course).

Row A and B corner seats, plus A3 and 20, are second price. B 1 and 22 are worth it for price and comfort even if the view is through rails.

Skip row F and central G for comfort alone.

At second price, go central J if you can tolerate the legroom.

If seeking cheap, and you don't fancy neck ache / can't get front stalls rows A and B for the same bananas, rows L or M will do fine - more legroom than ends of K, and cheaper for the same view as that row.

To carry on the theme, at lowest price, take M 1 to 3 first, good value and preferable to stalls row P for the same bananas on legroom and circle overhang not cutting your view off as it does back there.

Readers comments

"A3: "Rose" (May 2023). Should really be sold as restricted view. Attended "Rose" and had booked A3/4/5 but view was severely restricted from A3 and would have obliterated the view of Dame Maureen for the entire show as she doesn't move from her place on the bench.
The theatre were very understanding and moved all three of us to Dress Circle D 13/14/15 from which we had an excellent view, helped by the fact that no one was sitting in front of us! The leg room is non-existent and none of my party are tall!" 

"A13 and 14: "Rose" (May 2023). With the Circle overhanging the Stalls at Row G, the view from the front row of the Circle is absolutely perfect. 
However...the leg room is atrocious. I am only 5'6", but my knees were jammed against the wall of the balcony, couldn't even cross my legs to shift position. Would strongly advise taller people from booking this row."

"Row E: "One Woman Show" (December 2022). The legroom was dire and I am not that tall. Fortunately the usher allowed the two people sat next to me to move down the next row which was next to empty sadly so I was able to spread out a bit."

Dress Circle Box

Layout

Box C hangs on the side wall of the circle above rows A to E. It offered a side view of the stage but was far enough back to see the whole of it.

Legroom

Movable chairs offering legroom.

Choosing seats in general

A restricted side view but offering legroom. About average if sold.

General hazard notes

Side view of stage.

Changes for the current production

Harry Clarke
Third price and got to be worth a look once more central seats on rows L and M at the back of the circle have gone. Also more comfortable than some circle seats at the same price.

 

Kathy & Stella Solve A Murder!
​​​​​​Not yet on sale.

 

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
Not yet on sale.

Notes best seat advice

Total 405 seats

Air-conditioned auditorium.

Sennheiser Infrared available with loop, or headsets are available. Occasional audio described and signed performances. Guide dogs allowed in theatre or dog sitting available.

Two wheelchair positions located on Rows E and G of the Stalls, reached using a platform lift from the Stalls side entrance to the back of the stalls bar area in the auditorium - users should notify ushers on arrival for assistance. The lift is suitable for wheel chairs of maximum weight 400kg and dimensions 85cm wide by 120cm in length. For wheelchairs exceeding this, please contact the venue to discuss alternative options. 

Wheelchair users who wish to transfer into a theatre seat are welcome to do so, using the lift. The wheelchair can be stored in a nearby location and brought to the user when required.

The lift offers stair free access is in the Stalls. There is also limited stairs access in the Circle Row F, with  a total of 5 steps to these seats, or they are stair-free if you enter the theatre and auditorium via the lift.

Staff can bring refreshments and other items to seats on request, and these can also be ordered using the ATG Ordertorium app.

A unisex accessible toilet is located in the stalls bar area, adjacent to the auditorium entrance. More information from the theatre on 0800 912 6971 / type talk 18001 0871 297 5477.

No food except Ice-cream and confectionery.

Two bars; 1 Stalls, 1 Dress Circle.

4 Toilets. Stalls 1 gents 1 ladies, 1 unisex accessible. Dress Circle 1 gents 1 ladies.

General price band information

Theatres use "dynamic pricing." Seat prices change according to demand for a particular performance. Prices below were compiled as booking originally opened. Current prices are advised at time of enquiry.

Based on paying FULL PRICE (no discount!) for tickets, site writers and contributing guests have ALSO created the colour-coded plans for "value for money," considering factors like views, comfort and value-for-money compared with other same-priced seats available.

For a full discussion, opinions, reviews, notes, tips, hints and advice on all the seats in this theatre, click on "BEST SEAT ADVICE" (on the left of your screen).

On the plans below:
Seats in GREEN many feel may offer either noticeable value, or something to compensate for a problem; for example, being a well-priced restricted view ticket. Any seats coloured LIGHT GREEN are sold at "premium" prices because the show producer thinks they are the best. The monkey says "you are only getting what you pay for" but uses this colour to highlight the ones it feels best at the price, and help everybody else find equally good seats nearby at lower prices.

Seats in WHITE, many feel, provided about what they pay for. Generally unremarkable.

Seats in RED are coloured to draw attention. Not necessarily to be avoided - maybe nothing specific is wrong with them, other than opinions that there are better seats at the same price. Other times there may be something to consider before buying – perhaps overpricing, obstructed views, less comfort etc.

Please remember that cheaper seats often do not offer the same view / location quality as top price ones, and that ticket prices are designed to reflect this difference.

By value for money:

Harry Clarke

Ambassadors Theatre value seating plan

 

Kathy & Stella Solve A Murder!
SOME DETAILS WILL CHANGE. THE MONKEY WILL UPDATE AS AVAILABLE.

Ambassadors Theatre value seating plan

 

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
SOME DETAILS WILL CHANGE. THE MONKEY WILL UPDATE AS AVAILABLE.

Ambassadors Theatre value seating plan
All performances until 5th November 2024 only

 

By price:

Harry Clarke

Ambassadors Theatre prices seating plan

 

Kathy & Stella Solve A Murder!
SOME DETAILS WILL CHANGE. THE MONKEY WILL UPDATE AS AVAILABLE.

Ambassadors Theatre prices seating plan
All performances from 12th July 2024 onwards

 

Ambassadors Theatre prices seating plan
All performances from 5th June until 11th July 2024

 

Ambassadors Theatre prices seating plan
Preview performances from 25th May until 4th June 2024

 

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
SOME DETAILS WILL CHANGE. THE MONKEY WILL UPDATE AS AVAILABLE.

Ambassadors Theatre prices seating plan
All performances until 5th November 2024 only
Notes

Please note: The seating plans are not accurate representations of the auditorium. While we try to ensure they are as close to the actual theatre plan as possible we cannot guarantee they are a true representation. Customers with specific requirements are advised to discuss these with the theatre prior to booking to avoid any confusion.
 

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Nearest underground station

Leicester Square - Northern (black) and Piccadilly (dark blue) lines.

Buses

None stop outside the theatre. Number 14, 19, 24, 29, 38 and 176 stop on Charing Cross Road or Shaftesbury Avenue. As a starting point, stand in front of the Palace Theatre. Turn your back to it. Cross the road ahead of you to put yourself in front of the large Pizza Hut restaurant. Turn to your left and take the quiet side street next to the restaurant. This is West Street. Walk along it, the theatre is on your left. If you pass many bookshops on a busy road, wrong way.

Taxi

A rank for Black taxis is at Charing Cross Station - some distance from the theatre, if you cannot hail one in the street. To hail one on the street, walking to the end of Litchfield Street and hailing one on Charing Cross Road is probably the best chance of catching a passing one.

Car park

Newport Place, China Town. On leaving, use Gerard Street to get you onto Shaftesbury Avenue. On Shaftesbury Avenue look to your right. The brown brick building to your right is the Palace Theatre. Don't bother crossing the road, but turn to your right on Shaftesbury Avenue and walk in the direction of it. When you come to the main road intersection in front of Shaftesbury Avenue, cross Charing Cross Road at the traffic lights. Go straight on, entering the other half of Shaftesbury Avenue for a few moments. Look to your right for West Street. Walk down it and the theatre is clearly visible on your left. Cross the road to it.

The "Theatreland Parking Scheme" may be available. See www.q-park.co.uk for details and to book. At this car park, parking under the "Theatreland Parking Scheme" allows a 50% discount in cost for entry after 12 noon and for a maximum of 4 hours (after that parking is at the normal rate).

If you choose the "Theatreland Parking Scheme", you must book in advance at www.q-park.co.uk and have a theatre ticket stub dated for a theatre performance on the day you are parking there.

For a full list of car parks and theatres that participate in the 50% off theatreland scheme see www.q-park.co.uk.

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