Society of London Theatre Archives

West End Live reveals 2023 line-up of musical theatre

West End Live organisers have revealed this year’s line-up, with 40 West End shows set to offer a taste of London’s theatre for free in Trafalgar Square.

High ticket prices make theatre “elitist” says veteran actor

Veteran actor Sir Derek Jacobi has said that the cost of ticket prices for theatre is making it an “elitist” pursuit.

SOLT data shows consistent pricing, attendances and revenues up in 2022

The Society of London Theatre (SOLT)’s 2022 sales data for its member venues, which includes all commercial West End locations and London’s major subsidised theatres, has shown that ticket pricing stayed consistent last year, despite rising costs.

Theatre shows could be impacted by possible industrial action

West End theatre shows could be impacted by industrial action around Easter time, as performers discuss walking out on strike if their pay demands are not met.

Industry bodies react to scrapping of business energy price cap

Industry organisations have reacted to the plans set out by the UK Government to help businesses deal with the inflated energy costs.

Transport for London and Official London Theatre entice theatre-goers with cheap tickets

Transport for London (TfL) is selling tickets for West End shows at a discounted price to try and urge people to visit the English capital and use the Tube.

Mini-budget a ‘missed opportunity’ to help sector

UK Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng revealed a ‘mini-budget’ today that outlined a series of tax cuts, however members of the creative and entertainment sector feel the support is not enough.

People on the move: Society of London Theatre & UK Theatre and more…

We round up the latest movements from the ticketing sector and associated industries… Claire Walker (pictured left) and Hannah Essex…

Children to enjoy London’s West End for free during Kids Week

Children will be able to enjoy London’s West End shows for free during the Kids Week campaign, with tickets available…

West End Live reveals initial line up

West End Live will return to Trafalgar Square in late June, with some 34 hit West End shows having been…

SOLT, UK Theatre and Baker Richards team up for The Evidence Centre

Society of London Theatre (SOLT) and UK Theatre have partnered with data and insight company Baker Richards to develop a…

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