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The Stage, Shoreditch EC2A: Building Guide

A guide to The Stage, EC2A: the building, the area and how to rent, buy or let here.

The Stage, Shoreditch EC2A: Building Guide Residential Property Services in London

Updated October 2026 · Fraser Bond

Shoreditch · EC2A

The Stage, Shoreditch

37storeys
412apartments
1577Curtain Theatre
Skylounge
In short: The Stage is a mixed-use development in Shoreditch by Galliard Homes, built on the site of the Curtain Theatre, which opened in 1577 and was home to Shakespeare's company, the Lord Chamberlain's Men, before the Globe was built. Its 37-storey tower holds 412 apartments, with residents' facilities including a sky lounge and terrace on the 32nd floor, a gym and yoga studio, screening rooms and basement games levels. The theatre's excavated remains are preserved on site.
FactDetail
LocationCurtain Road area, Shoreditch, London EC2A
DeveloperGalliard Homes
Tower37 storeys
Homes412 apartments
HeritageRemains of the Curtain Theatre (1577–1624)
AmenitiesSky lounge, gym, yoga studio, screening rooms, games levels
AlsoOffices, shops and restaurants

The Stage at a glance

About The Stage

Archaeologists excavating the site between 2012 and 2016 found the Curtain's rectangular stage and finds such as ceramic money boxes and costume beads. Romeo and Juliet and Henry V are thought to have been performed there.

The wider scheme includes two office buildings and around 60,000 sq ft of shops and restaurants, on the edge of the City and Shoreditch's nightlife.

Transport

Shoreditch High Street (Overground), Liverpool Street (Elizabeth, Central, Circle, Metropolitan, Hammersmith & City) and Old Street (Northern) are all walkable.

On the doorstep

Boxpark and Brick Lane,Food, markets and nightlife.,Spitalfields,Market and Georgian streets.,The City,Offices a few minutes south.

Who lives here

Professionals working in the City and Tech City who want a lively neighbourhood and lots of on-site facilities.

Neighbourhood

Shoreditch: modern apartments and converted buildings

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Frequently asked questions

Map: The Stage Shoreditch

Built on the site of the playhouse where Shakespeare's company performed before the Globe.

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What was the Curtain Theatre?

An Elizabethan playhouse opened in 1577, used by Shakespeare's company.

How many apartments?

412.

Who developed The Stage?

Galliard Homes.

Sources

Facts checked October 2026. Details such as amenities and ownership can change; check with the building's managing agent.

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