Shaw Theatre

The Shaw Theatre

About Us

Welcome to the Shaw Theatre!

Our history

In the heart of London, the 446-seat Shaw Theatre has played host to a wide range of drama, dance, musical theatre and concerts for over fifty years.

Opened by HRH Princess Anne on 2nd April 1971 as the Library Theatre within the St Pancras Library, the venue's inaugural production was Zigger Zagger by Peter Terson, featuring Barrie Rutter and Paula Wilcox. The theatre quickly became a hub for notable performances, with early appearances by Simon Ward and Sinéad Cusack in Romeo and Juliet, and Vanessa Redgrave and Nyree Dawn Porter in Twelfth Night. The venue also hosted a series of 'Sunday nights at the Shaw', featuring actors such as Dame Judi Dench, Dame Flora Robson, and Dame Patricia Routledge.

 
Musical highlights in the early years include a performance from Elton John in 1972, and welcoming Queen to rehearse for Live Aid in 1985. Other musical highights include shows by Van Morrison (2005), Dionne Warwick (2006) and Boy George (2008).
 
In 1998, it went under a colossal renovation and was renamed The Shaw Theatre, after the notorious Irish playwright George Bernard Shaw, who spent his later life in the Kings Cross area. 
 
As of 2012, The Shaw Theatre has been part of the London Pullman St Pancras Hotel.


Statue
 
The St Joan sculpture outside the theatre is a striking abstract artwork created by artist Keith Grant in 1971. It was commissioned to commemorate George Bernard Shaw's play Saint Joan, which is considered one of his most significant works. The sculpture symbolically represents Joan of Arc's military involvement and the destructive nature of the culture she embraced. Its design features a stylised knight's helm intersected by lances and surrounded by longbows.
 
How to hire us

We have a beautiful auditorium and rehearsal space available to hire.

Click below to find out more about:

 

Pullman Hotel

The Shaw theatre is located within the Pullman London St Pancras, a 4* hotel complex. The hotel provides the perfect opportunity to eat, drink and sleep in luxury and comfort whilst attending one of our shows.

The Pullman London St Pancras hotel is situated just a few minutes walk from both King's Cross St Pancras and Euston.The hotel is one of the city's premier upscale hotels, with lots of luxury amenities such as tranquil rain showers, tea and coffee making facilities, minibar and luxury toiletries. It is also the perfect destination to hold business conferences and meetings, with 17 contemporary meeting rooms.

For bedroom reservations click here or call 0207 7666 9001

For event spaces click here
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GA Restaurant

The GA restaurant and bar is located within the Pullman, and is a perfect setting for pre and post theatre dining, drinks, bar food and afternoon tea. 

GA KingsX combines both glamour, culture and the contemporary modern era mixed with London's vibrant feel. Offering a creative twist of Modern European and British Food, this is topped off with an attractive cocktail list and a '50 Tastes of Gin' Gin Bar. It is a fun and inviting central London Bar and Kitchen, bringing a stylish and enjoyable atmosphere to the heart of Kings Cross, with a passionate team dedicated to friendly and efficient service.
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Work with Us

We welcome ad hoc applications to our roles of Duty Manager and Usher.

Please see below for Job Descriptions, and if you wish to apply, please email the Theatre Manager with your CV & Cover letter attached. 

 

Duty Manager - Job Description

Usher - Job Description