Tours and Tickets to Experience Cambridge Theatre

There are plenty of ways to experience the Cambridge Theatre. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• London Theatre: Matilda the Musical

• The Sweet Spots of Covent Garden

• Bustling Bloomsbury: A Self-Guided Street Photography Tour

The cost of tickets to a show at the Cambridge Theatre varies depending on the specific performance and the seat selected. Seeing Matilda the Musical on a weekday evening starts at £20 per person, while a weekend performance (either matinee or evening) will set you back £37.50 or more.

A staple of London’s West End theater district, the Cambridge Theatre opened its doors back in 1930. Many stars, from Audrey Hepburn to Peter O’Toole, have graced its stage over the years. Since 2011, the theater has been the home of the hit musical Matilda, based on the Roald Dahl novel.

Yes, the Cambridge Theatre is generally a great option for families with children, but specific productions may have age restrictions (Matilda is family-friendly, though it has flashing lights that may bother younger kids.) “Chilled performances,” which allow guests to make noise and come and go from the auditorium, are sometimes offered, so check the theater’s access information page.

No, currently guided tours are only offered at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, where visitors can head backstage and even hear about the theater’s resident ghost. For a peek inside the Cambridge Theatre, your best bet is to book a show, though anyone can view this West End landmark from the outside.

Yes, the Cambridge Theatre is fully accessible to theater-goers who have limited mobility or use wheelchairs. While there’s no elevator (or “lift” to Brits), a special entrance on Earlham Street offers step-free access. Service animals are allowed, and headsets and hearing aid loops are offered on loan. There is also an accessible restroom. Check the theater’s website for different types of assisted performances scheduled throughout the year.