Welcome to the Players’ Theatre!

A warm welcome to the world-famous Players’ Theatre – one of the last surviving music hall companies. On this website you can find out about forthcoming shows, how to become a member and what you can expect at a typical night at the Players’. You can also explore our history at out sister website, www.playerstheatrearchive.org.uk

Booking Players’ Theatre shows

If you’d like to attend one (or more!) of our shows, you can now book online – simply visit our shows page, select a show, and follow the instructions. Payment is quick and secure – see Booking a Players’ Theatre show for details.

Jan Hunt - Players' Theatre Musical Director

Jan Hunt – Musical Director

Despite a number of ups and downs in recent years, the Players’ is still alive and kicking, and still delighting audiences, including long-standing members and newcomers alike. Indeed, we recently celebrated our 75th anniversary at the wonderful Wilton’s music hall in East London.

Johnny Dennis - Players' Theatre

Johnny Dennis – one of the great Players’ chairmen

On this website you can read about our fascinating history and the roll call of famous artistes (including Peter Ustinov, Maggie Smith, Clive Dunn, John le Mesurier, Hattie Jacques and many more) who have graced the Players’ stage over the years. You can also view our unique photo library, see (and listen to) famous music hall songs and purchase our CDs and souvenir cards.

Many of our costumes – worn by some of the greatest names on the British stage – are available for hire. Please contact us for more information.