We are giddy with excitement to share with you these exclusive first look pictures of our stunningly beautiful Trafalgar Theatre.

The spectacular Grade II listed Trafalgar Theatre is the result of a major multi-million pound restoration project and gave us the opportunity to create an Art Deco jewel as the building was original conceived.

Within the auditorium, the new decoration and lighting scheme is the result of a careful restoration of the original interior and features a black with silver, bronze and gold metallic hints colour scheme. The seats feature fabric that is a replica of the original pattern, based on the historical photographs and uses greens, creams and yellows to contrast against the monochrome walls. The auditorium carpet is replica of the original carpet. The Balcony front that has been carefully stored away for a number of years when the theatre was two studio spaces along with the grand ceiling and proscenium arch have all been beautifully restored and refitted, and the final effect is spectacular.

Elsewhere, the new entrance foyer provides new more spacious bars and a new box office with tiling and details inspired by the original 1930s foyer design. The technical facilities have been fully upgraded throughout and the scheme has included extensive services upgrades with new more powerful and energy efficient plant equipment and ventilation systems.

The redevelopment of Trafalgar Theatre was overseen by the award-winning Foster Wilson Size who have previously led projects at the Eventim Apollo Hammersmith, Barbican Concert Hall, the Apollo Victoria Theatre and the Southampton Mayflower.

To herald this exciting new era for the Trafalgar Theatre, the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning international phenomenon Jersey Boys will be the first major musical production to play at Trafalgar Theatre when it returns to London’s West End on 28 July 2021. 

Rosemary Squire said: “Trafalgar Theatre is steeped in cultural significance and has been lovingly restored back to its original heritage design. During the restoration process there was great care and attention to detail with all the design elements and we carried out huge amounts of research to ensure that the renovation was authentic in terms of design and style. 

“Trafalgar Theatre, in its many guises, has always been a culturally important building, whether serving as a television studio, a museum or a theatre. We are proud to be the custodians of the theatre at this time and feel honoured to have overseen this restoration project during our tenure. We’re also in a really unique location surrounded by some of London’s major landmarks – Trafalgar Square, Big Ben, Downing Street, Buckingham Palace – and that really sets it apart from other London theatres.

“The restoration is a great reset for the theatre and a new beginning for everyone. By returning the theatre to its former glory we are honouring its history as we continue to share stories on its stage.”