Soho Theatre
1969-present · London, UK
Historic London new-writing and comedy venue — key West End showcase for touring improv troupes and UK long-form including Showstopper!, Austentatious, The FA.
Known for
- Founded 1969 by Verity Bargate and Fred Proud as Soho Theatre Company; itinerant for decades.
- Opened its permanent Dean Street home (a former synagogue) in March 2000 after fundraising and redevelopment.
- Soho Theatre Walthamstow — a 1,000-seat new venue — opened May 1, 2025 after a £30M redevelopment.
- Long-running launchpad for alternative comedy, sketch and improv including Showstopper! the Improvised Musical.
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Troupes
showstopper improvised musicalAustentatious