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This intimate theatre was built on the site of the old Albion Tavern, and opened in November 1924. The beginnings of the Fortune Theatre were anything but fortunate. The opening play, %u2018Sinners%u2019 by Laurence Cowen, closed after two weeks. Over the next few decades, the Fortune Theatre had to resort to showing amateur plays and during World War II the venue was used by ENSA, the concert party corps of the Forces. But in the 1960s the theatre%u2019s fortunes began to change. Beyond the Fringe (1961) was shown at the Fortune Theatre, and it was a massive success, launching the careers of Peter Cook, Dudley Moore, Jonathan Miller and Alan Bennett. Its other blockbuster hit has been Stephen Mallatratt%u2019s The Woman in Black (1989), which has been performed (over 5000 times) at the theatre ever since.Fortune Theatre events
The Woman In BlackThe Woman In BlackOne of the less well-known West-End fixtures, this adaptation of Susan Hill's gothic novel has been packing out houses since 1989 through word of mouth alone. In Stephen Mallatrat's stylish adaptation of The Woman in Black at the Fortune Theatre an elderly lawyer hires a young actor to re-enact the experiences of his youth - the events in Hill's or22nd May 2012Saturday 22nd December 2012
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Category: eventThe Woman In Black event
Running until Saturday 22nd December 2012
TIMES Various Times PRICING £16.50-£42.50
One of the less well-known West-End fixtures, this adaptation of Susan Hill's gothic novel has been packing out houses since 1989 through word of mouth alone. In Stephen Mallatrat's stylish adaptation of The Woman in Black at the Fortune Theatre an elderly lawyer hires a young actor to re-enact the experiences of his youth - the events in Hill's or... More about this event
TIMES Various Times PRICING £16.50-£42.50
One of the less well-known West-End fixtures, this adaptation of Susan Hill's gothic novel has been packing out houses since 1989 through word of mouth alone. In Stephen Mallatrat's stylish adaptation of The Woman in Black at the Fortune Theatre an elderly lawyer hires a young actor to re-enact the experiences of his youth - the events in Hill's or... More about this event
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Aldwych, WC2B4DD | 2 minutes from Fortune Theatre
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Kingsway Hall Hotel
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Great Queen Street, WC2B | 3 minutes from Fortune Theatre
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Great Queen Street, WC2B | 3 minutes from Fortune Theatre
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Theatre Royal Drury Lane
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Catherine Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 1 minute from Fortune Theatre
London's oldest theatre is also its most spectacular, with a palatial auditorium that is among the most impressive in the world. The first theatre on this ...More
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Catherine Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 1 minute from Fortune Theatre
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Aldwych Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Aldwych, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B4LD | 3 minutes from Fortune Theatre
With the Waldorf Hotel sandwiched inbetween them, the Aldwych and Strand theatres were originally built to work as a pair. The Aldwych is probably most noted for ...More
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Aldwych, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B4LD | 3 minutes from Fortune Theatre
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Novello Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Aldwych, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 3 minutes from Fortune Theatre
Built in 1905 to form a pair with the near-identical Aldwych Theatre, the Novello Theatre (formerly known as the Strand Theatre) is one of London's more ...More
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Aldwych, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 3 minutes from Fortune Theatre
Built in 1905 to form a pair with the near-identical Aldwych Theatre, the Novello Theatre (formerly known as the Strand Theatre) is one of London's more ...More
The Hospital Club
London > Entertainment > Arts Centres
24 Endell Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2H | 5 minutes from Fortune Theatre
Before it was a hip private members' club designed specifically for the creative industries - complete with bar and dining rooms, cinema, TV and recording studios ...More
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24 Endell Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2H | 5 minutes from Fortune Theatre
Before it was a hip private members' club designed specifically for the creative industries - complete with bar and dining rooms, cinema, TV and recording studios ...More
The George
London > Entertainment > Comedy Clubs
213 Strand, London, Holborn, London WC2R | 8 minutes from Fortune Theatre
The George plays host to the award winning Funny Side Comedy Club every Friday & Saturday night. Under the same ownership as East Dulwich favourites The ...More
London > Entertainment > Comedy Clubs
213 Strand, London, Holborn, London WC2R | 8 minutes from Fortune Theatre
The George plays host to the award winning Funny Side Comedy Club every Friday & Saturday night. Under the same ownership as East Dulwich favourites The ...More
The 99 Club
London > Entertainment > Comedy Clubs
Storm Nightclub, 28a Leicester Square, London, Soho, London WC2H | 10 minutes from Fortune Theatre
Playing across multiple venues across London seven days a week and 52 weeks a year - do they really put on shows on Christmas Day? - ...More
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Storm Nightclub, 28a Leicester Square, London, Soho, London WC2H | 10 minutes from Fortune Theatre
Playing across multiple venues across London seven days a week and 52 weeks a year - do they really put on shows on Christmas Day? - ...More
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London School Of Economics, Houghton Street, WC2A | 4 minutes from Fortune Theatre
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London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Tuesday 22nd May 2012 - 12noon-1pm
London School Of Economics, Houghton Street, WC2A | 4 minutes from Fortune Theatre
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Total Brass
London > Events > Music Dates: Tuesday 22nd May 2012 - 1pm
St Martin-in-the-Fields, Trafalgar Square, WC2N | 9 minutes from Fortune Theatre
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London > Events > Music Dates: Tuesday 22nd May 2012 - 1pm
St Martin-in-the-Fields, Trafalgar Square, WC2N | 9 minutes from Fortune Theatre
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Milton Jones
London > Events > Comedy Dates: 22nd May 2012
Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, South Bank, London SE1 | 13 minutes from Fortune Theatre
If you're not leaning towards Boris or Ken, it might be time for you to consider Milton Jones. Taking the stage at this year's Udderbelly Festival, ...More
London > Events > Comedy Dates: 22nd May 2012
Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, South Bank, London SE1 | 13 minutes from Fortune Theatre
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London Film Museum Covent Garden
London > Attractions > Museums
45 Wellington Street, London, WC2E | 2 minutes from Fortune Theatre
The London Film Museum, located on the site of the Theatre Museum in the original Flower Cellars in the heart of Covent Garden, is the second ...More
London > Attractions > Museums
45 Wellington Street, London, WC2E | 2 minutes from Fortune Theatre
The London Film Museum, located on the site of the Theatre Museum in the original Flower Cellars in the heart of Covent Garden, is the second ...More
London Transport Museum
London > Attractions > Museums
Covent Garden Piazza, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 2 minutes from Fortune Theatre
After a two-year, £22 million refurbishment the London Transport Museum reopened on 22 November 2007 revealing more exhibition space than before. The museum travels back through ...More
London > Attractions > Museums
Covent Garden Piazza, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 2 minutes from Fortune Theatre
After a two-year, £22 million refurbishment the London Transport Museum reopened on 22 November 2007 revealing more exhibition space than before. The museum travels back through ...More
St Paul's Covent Garden
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Bedford Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 5 minutes from Fortune Theatre
Affectionately known as "The Actors' Church", St Paul's in Covent Garden is in the heart of theatreland and has long been associated with the theatre community. ...More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Bedford Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 5 minutes from Fortune Theatre
Affectionately known as "The Actors' Church", St Paul's in Covent Garden is in the heart of theatreland and has long been associated with the theatre community. ...More
Hope and Greenwood
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
1 Russell Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 1 minute from Fortune Theatre
Excellent ice cream in the summer and a delicious-looking Christmas window in the winter are the kind of thing that make this candy shop a special ...More
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
1 Russell Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 1 minute from Fortune Theatre
Excellent ice cream in the summer and a delicious-looking Christmas window in the winter are the kind of thing that make this candy shop a special ...More
Penhaligon's
London > Shopping > Perfume and Cosmetics
41 Wellington Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 2 minutes from Fortune Theatre
130-year-old scent emporium with royal warrants. For a sweet-smelling, sensory overload, Penhaligon’s has to be the place to go. From the original Hammam Bouquet to the Winston ...More
London > Shopping > Perfume and Cosmetics
41 Wellington Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 2 minutes from Fortune Theatre
130-year-old scent emporium with royal warrants. For a sweet-smelling, sensory overload, Penhaligon’s has to be the place to go. From the original Hammam Bouquet to the Winston ...More
The Albion Emporium
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
38 Tavistock Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 2 minutes from Fortune Theatre
As British as a bacon buttie, buying your groceries at The Albion Emporium is like getting first dibs on Mrs Beeton's pantry. A bastion of Britishness, ...More
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
38 Tavistock Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 2 minutes from Fortune Theatre
As British as a bacon buttie, buying your groceries at The Albion Emporium is like getting first dibs on Mrs Beeton's pantry. A bastion of Britishness, ...More
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The Marquess of Anglesey
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39 Bow Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from Fortune Theatre
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39 Bow Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from Fortune Theatre
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Sarastro
London > Restaurants > Turkish restaurants
126 Drury Lane, Covent Garden, , London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 1 minute from Fortune Theatre
Ornate, opera-themed Turkish restaurant with unique opera-box style seating. One of Theatreland’s favourite restaurants, Sarastro must also rank highly as one of the capital’s most surreal ...More
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126 Drury Lane, Covent Garden, , London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 1 minute from Fortune Theatre
Ornate, opera-themed Turkish restaurant with unique opera-box style seating. One of Theatreland’s favourite restaurants, Sarastro must also rank highly as one of the capital’s most surreal ...More
Boulevard Brasserie
London > Restaurants > Brasseries
40 Wellington Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from Fortune Theatre
Set just 50 yards back from the Piazza, Boulevard Brasserie is one of the area's iconic fixtures. Serving great food since 1991, this grande dame of ...More
London > Restaurants > Brasseries
40 Wellington Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from Fortune Theatre
Set just 50 yards back from the Piazza, Boulevard Brasserie is one of the area's iconic fixtures. Serving great food since 1991, this grande dame of ...More
Courtauld Institute of Art
London > Education > Arts and Drama
Somerset House, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 6 minutes from Fortune Theatre
The Courtauld is one of the most prestigious art schools in the country, affiliated with the Oxbridge system and boasting a huge private location and prime ...More
London > Education > Arts and Drama
Somerset House, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 6 minutes from Fortune Theatre
The Courtauld is one of the most prestigious art schools in the country, affiliated with the Oxbridge system and boasting a huge private location and prime ...More
King's College Medical School
London > Education > Medical Schools
Strand, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 6 minutes from Fortune Theatre
Imperial College London is the foremost medical training faculty in the country but for non-medical graduates wishing for a change of career, King’s is the obvious ...More
London > Education > Medical Schools
Strand, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 6 minutes from Fortune Theatre
Imperial College London is the foremost medical training faculty in the country but for non-medical graduates wishing for a change of career, King’s is the obvious ...More
English [Out There!]
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10 Coptic Street, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1A | 9 minutes from Fortune Theatre
English [Out There!] takes a very hands-on approach to learning English. The course places an emphasis on using what you have learned. Students are taken out ...More
London > Education > English Language Courses
10 Coptic Street, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1A | 9 minutes from Fortune Theatre
English [Out There!] takes a very hands-on approach to learning English. The course places an emphasis on using what you have learned. Students are taken out ...More
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The Sanctuary
London > Leisure > Fitness
12 Floral Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 4 minutes from Fortune Theatre
This day spa exclusively for women is a total pampering experience from the minute you step through the door. Located in bustling Covent Garden you'll soon ...More
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12 Floral Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 4 minutes from Fortune Theatre
This day spa exclusively for women is a total pampering experience from the minute you step through the door. Located in bustling Covent Garden you'll soon ...More
Thai Square Spa
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
25 Shelton Street, 40 Earlham Street, London, WC2H | 6 minutes from Fortune Theatre
Let the Thai Square Spa transport you to the shores of Asia with their traditional Thai spa treatment rooms, smack bang in the centre of Covent ...More
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25 Shelton Street, 40 Earlham Street, London, WC2H | 6 minutes from Fortune Theatre
Let the Thai Square Spa transport you to the shores of Asia with their traditional Thai spa treatment rooms, smack bang in the centre of Covent ...More
Lincoln's Inn Fields
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Holborn, London, Holborn, London WC2A | 8 minutes from Fortune Theatre
The largest public square in London, Lincoln's Inn Fields has a rich and varied history. In 1683 it was the site of the public beheading of ...More
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Holborn, London, Holborn, London WC2A | 8 minutes from Fortune Theatre
The largest public square in London, Lincoln's Inn Fields has a rich and varied history. In 1683 it was the site of the public beheading of ...More
The Marquess of Anglesey
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
39 Bow Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from Fortune Theatre
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London > Restaurants > Gastropub
39 Bow Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from Fortune Theatre
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Lamb & Flag
London > Nightlife > Pubs
33 Rose Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 6 minutes from Fortune Theatre
One of the oldest pubs in London, the Lamb & Flag was once known as the Bucket of Blood, thanks to the bare-knuckle fights held here. ...More
London > Nightlife > Pubs
33 Rose Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 6 minutes from Fortune Theatre
One of the oldest pubs in London, the Lamb & Flag was once known as the Bucket of Blood, thanks to the bare-knuckle fights held here. ...More
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The Lobby Bar at One Aldwych
London > Nightlife > Bars
1 Aldwych, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 3 minutes from Fortune Theatre
Named one of the top five hotel bars in the world by the Sunday Telegraph, the Lobby Bar at the chic One Aldwych hotel is renowned ...More
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1 Aldwych, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 3 minutes from Fortune Theatre
Named one of the top five hotel bars in the world by the Sunday Telegraph, the Lobby Bar at the chic One Aldwych hotel is renowned ...More
Lowlander Beer Cafe
London > Nightlife > Bars
36 Drury Lane, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 3 minutes from Fortune Theatre
The reputation of the Benelux breweries precedes them and this themed bar captures the flair of Dutch cafe culture too. The impressive row of shiny silver ...More
London > Nightlife > Bars
36 Drury Lane, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 3 minutes from Fortune Theatre
The reputation of the Benelux breweries precedes them and this themed bar captures the flair of Dutch cafe culture too. The impressive row of shiny silver ...More
Detroit Bar
London > Nightlife > Bars
35 Earlham Street, Covent Garden, London, Covent Garden, London WC2H | 5 minutes from Fortune Theatre
Covent Garden "style" bar serving cocktails and a chilled out, trendy vibe. Considered to be one of London’s original “style” or “concept” bars, despite being on the ...More
London > Nightlife > Bars
35 Earlham Street, Covent Garden, London, Covent Garden, London WC2H | 5 minutes from Fortune Theatre
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Grand Connaught Rooms
London > Business > Venue Hire
61-65 Great Queen Street, Covent Garden, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 4 minutes from Fortune Theatre
These elegant rooms, in the heart of Covent Garden, successfully combine tradition with some of the most high-tech facilities in the country, to provide a superb ...More
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61-65 Great Queen Street, Covent Garden, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 4 minutes from Fortune Theatre
These elegant rooms, in the heart of Covent Garden, successfully combine tradition with some of the most high-tech facilities in the country, to provide a superb ...More
Silver Fleet - Woods River Cruises
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Somerset House South Wing Strand, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 6 minutes from Fortune Theatre
Enjoy a luxury cruise on the Silver Fleet. Departing from the Savoy Pier and cruising along the Thames. A classy way to see the Thames....More
London > Business > Venue Hire
Somerset House South Wing Strand, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 6 minutes from Fortune Theatre
Enjoy a luxury cruise on the Silver Fleet. Departing from the Savoy Pier and cruising along the Thames. A classy way to see the Thames....More
Somerset House
London > Business > Venue Hire
Somerset House, Strand, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 6 minutes from Fortune Theatre
Somerset House, once the site of a spectacular Tudor palace, now includes a magnificent 18th century art gallery housing celebrated collections belonging to the Courtauld Institute Gallery, ...More
London > Business > Venue Hire
Somerset House, Strand, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 6 minutes from Fortune Theatre
Somerset House, once the site of a spectacular Tudor palace, now includes a magnificent 18th century art gallery housing celebrated collections belonging to the Courtauld Institute Gallery, ...More
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