The theatre was designed by a well-known theatre architect, C.J. Phipps. The theatre had been erected in a comparatively short space of time, and was situated on a site which, though rich in historical associations, was also rich in the olfactory sense. Mr Rimmeil’s scent factory was close by as was Burgess’s Noted Fish-Sauce Shop.
The Savoy was the first public building in the world to be lit by the new electric light. Patience continued at the Savoy until 22nd November 1882.
The Merry Widow, Trial by Jury (150th anniversary production) and A Matter of Misconduct
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Learn MoreOur 2025 collaboration with Scottish Opera and Opera Holland Park - The Merry Widow by Franz Lehar, Trial by Jury by Gilbert and Sullivan, and A Matter of Misconduct by Toby Hession and Emma Jenkins
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