Shaftesbury Theatre to Honor Judi Dench with Name Change in 2026
Dame Judi Dench, the renowned actress known for her role in James Bond films, will have the Shaftesbury Theatre renamed in her honor, marking a significant recognition in the West End.
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Dame Judi Dench is set to become the second non-royal woman to have a West End theatre named after her, with the Shaftesbury Theatre undergoing the renaming in June 2026.
Dench has expressed her gratitude for this honor, describing the recognition as 'truly overwhelming.'
The renaming ceremony is scheduled for June 16, 2026, and will celebrate Dench's contributions to the performing arts.