St. Martin's Theatre

The theatre has a capacity of 552 seats across three levels: Stalls (265), Dress Circle (123), and Upper Circle (153), along with four boxes that seat 11.

• Stalls: All seats in the Stalls offer a good view of the stage. The Dress Circle overhangs the Stalls at Row J, but this does not block the view.
• Dress Circle: The view from the Dress Circle is good, and the Upper Circle overhang does not affect the view from any seat.
• Upper Circle: The Upper Circle does not feel far from the stage, but the view from the first two rows is impaired by a safety bar running along the front.

• Tube: Leicester Square is the nearest tube station, which has the Northern and Piccadilly lines.
• Train: The nearest railway station is Charing Cross.
• Bus: Buses stopping at Charing Cross Road include 14, 19, 22, 24, 29, 38, 40, and 176.
• Car: The nearest car park is at St Martin's Lane Hotel, a 4-minute walk away. Take advantage of 50% off at select London Q-Park parking facilities with a valid theatre ticket.
• Rideshare: Rideshare services such as Uber, Bolt, and FreeNow are available in London for convenient drop-off and pick-up near the theatre.
• Cycle: Santander Cycle Hire, Lime, Human Forest, and Tier bikes are available 24/7, all year round. Simply pick up a bike, ride to your destination, and return it.

Wheelchair access

• Wheelchair access is via a removable ramp through the main entrance. There are two wheelchair spaces available: one in Box C and one in the Dress Circle. It is possible to transfer from a wheelchair to an aisle seat in the Dress Circle.
• Accessible toilets: An adapted toilet is available on the Dress Circle level, accessible via the entrance on Tower Court.

Vision and hearing enhancements

• Audio description: Every performance of The Mousetrap is audio described. Headsets can be reserved by calling +44 20 7836 1443 or emailing access@stmartinstheatre.co.uk.
• Signed and captioned performances are scheduled regularly. Please check our Mousetrap page for more details.

Assistance

• Assistance dogs: Guide dogs and hearing dogs are permitted in the auditorium. Staff can dog sit by prior arrangement.
• Trained access hosts are available to assist patrons with specific access or seating requirements.

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• The Ivy: Located just 56 feet away, offering a diverse menu in a stylish setting.
• Dishoom Covent Garden: Serves delicious Bombay-style cuisine, 220 feet away.
• Seven Dials Market: A vibrant food market offering a variety of street food options.
• Homeslice Neal's Yard: Known for its large, flavourful pizzas in a relaxed setting.
• Bill's: A popular chain offering a variety of modern European dishes in a cosy, casual setting.

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Drinks can be ordered from your seat via your mobile phone or an usher. Light snacks are available from kiosks and bars.

• Bars: There are bars on every level of the theatre. Drinks can be ordered from your seat via your mobile phone or an usher.
• Toilets are available on each level, with an accessible toilet on the Dress Circle level.

Please note that there is currently no cloakroom service available in this theatre. Small items and bags that fit underneath or in front of the seats in the auditorium are allowed.

St. Martin's Theatre is located in the vibrant Seven Dials area of Covent Garden, a central London district known for its theatres, shops, and restaurants.

Nearby:

• Neal's Yard: A hidden gem with colourful buildings and a variety of cafes, shops, and wellness centres.
• Covent Garden Market: A historic market offering shops, dining, and street performers.
• Leicester Square: Famous for its cinemas, theatres, and bustling atmosphere.
• Chinatown: Known for its authentic Asian restaurants, shops, and cultural experiences.

• Arrive early: Plan to arrive about 30 minutes before the show starts to allow time for security checks, finding your seat, and exploring the theatre.
• Stage door: For a chance to get autographs and photos with the cast, head to the stage door after the performance. It's located on the side of the theatre. Please note that cast members are not required to appear at the stage door, and meeting them is not guaranteed.
• Merchandise: Visit the merchandise stands inside the theatre for exclusive show-related items like T-shirts, mugs, posters, and cast recordings. Consider purchasing items before the show or during intermission to avoid post-show crowds.
• Photography opportunities: While photography is not allowed during the performance, photos can be taken in the lobby and other public areas before the show starts.