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His Majesty's Theatre is a West End theatre situated in the Haymarket in the City of Westminster, London. The building, designed by Charles J. Phipps, was constructed in 1897 for the actor-manager Herbert Beerbohm Tree, who established the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) at the theatre.
Renamed and refurbished on many occasions since its opening in 1705, His Majesty's Theatre started as an opera house, and has since diversified, however still hosts the timeless opera classic, The Phantom of the Opera.
Back in April 2023 we announced that Her Majesty’s Theatre would be renamed to mark the coronation of His Majesty King Charles III. Now known as His Majesty’s Theatre, read more about the history of the iconic theatre here, and watch the new signage being installed in the video below.
Since 1705 there have been four theatres on the site of His Majesty’s. The current building was erected by the famous Actor-Manager Sir Herbert Beerbohm Tree to house his spectacular productions of Shakespeare and literary adaptations and opened in 1897.
Jul 27, 2021 · His Majesty's Theatre is located in the bustling neighbourhood of Haymarket, a vibrant area in London's West End known for its rich history, theatres, and cultural attractions. Nearby: Piccadilly Circus: Just a short walk away, this iconic area is perfect for photos and people-watching.
- 57 Haymarket, London, SW1Y 4QL
- July 27, 2021
- September 27, 2025
What’s On at His Majesty's Theatre. Since 1986, crowds have flocked to His Majesty’s Theatre to fall under the spell of Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic musical The Phantom of the Opera.
His Majesty's Theatre (opened in 1897), situated on Haymarket close to Trafalgar Square, changes its name depending on the current monarch's gender.
