Official London Theatre is proud to offer two walking tours for 2012; our classic History of Theatreland tour that explores the rich cultural history of London’s Theatreland and a brand new tour Haunted Theatreland that will give you an insight into London theatre’s dark and spooky past.

History of Theatreland

Join Blue Badge Guide Diane Burstein and learn about the history of some of London's best loved theatres. The new route for 2012 focuses on the vibrant heart of the West End entertainment district exploring parts of Soho, Shaftesbury Avenue and Piccadilly. We’ll also delve into the backstreets to discover, amongst other things, the home of a 17th century playwright, a club with a membership which includes numerous theatrical celebrities and a theatre for new writing.

Dates: 10 June (SOLD OUT), 24 June (with British Sign Language Interpreter), 8 July, 26 August, 16 September

Time: 14:30

Haunted Theatreland

Be brave and join Diane Burstein to discover some of the capital’s most haunted theatres and uncover their ghostly secrets. You’ll hear about the man in grey, the ghost of a clown and the phantom prompter, and discover the stories behind some well known theatrical superstitions as you explore the cobbled streets and gas-lit back alleys between Covent Garden and St. James’s.

Dates: 28 October, 11 November, 25 November (with British Sign Language Interpreter), 2 December

Time: 18:00

How To Book

Each tour costs £9.50 per person and you must book in advance to secure your place.

To book, email walkingtours@solttma.co.uk.

Notes

Each tour costs £9.50 per person and places are limited. A minimum of 12 people are required to ensure the tour goes ahead. We ask that payment is made in advance to secure your booking. The meeting point, at a central London location, will be revealed once payment has been received. The tour does not involve backstage tours of any of the theatres and will go ahead if it rains. It will last approximately two hours.