Duke of York branding ends after 131 years
Key takeaways
- Add ARY News on Google AAResize LONDON – History is being made on the streets of the West End!
- ATG Entertainment, owners of the venue, announced the historic renaming following Sir Tom Stoppard’s passing in November 2025 at the age of 88.
- The renaming coincides with a significant event: the opening of Stoppard’s masterwork, Arcadia, on the West End tonight at the very same theatre.
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize LONDON – History is being made on the streets of the West End! The Duke of York’s Theatre, an icon on St Martin’s Lane for over 130 years, is now officially named The Tom Stoppard Theatre, in a lasting tribute to the celebrated, award-winning playwright.
ATG Entertainment, owners of the venue, announced the historic renaming following Sir Tom Stoppard’s passing in November 2025 at the age of 88.
The renaming coincides with a significant event: the opening of Stoppard’s masterwork, Arcadia, on the West End tonight at the very same theatre. Sir Tom has a rich history with this iconic building, including a successful 2009 revival of Arcadia and his 2006-2007 rock-drama, Rock ‘n’ Roll.