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Almedia Theatre
Almedia Theatre
Almeida Street, London N1 1TA
A leading producing theatre in Islington, the Almeida presents bold, innovative drama and interdisciplinary work. It champions emerging artists alongside internationally regarded directors, often transferring successful productions to larger stages. With a strong commitment to audience development, the Almeida also offers young artist programmes, community engagement and access‑focused initiatives including relaxed, captioned and audio‑described performances. The theatre’s intimate space has a reputation for adventurous programming and pioneering new work that shapes the wider UK theatre landscape.
Arcola Theatre
Arcola Theatre
24 Ashwin Street, London E8 3DL
Arcola Theatre in Dalston is a vibrant hub for adventurous theatre, opera, music and community projects. Founded in 2000, its programme champions new writing and diverse, socially engaged work, with two performance spaces and a café bar. Arcola’s initiatives include participation projects, youth development and environmental sustainability efforts, including a carbon‑neutral theatre project. The venue is widely recognised for innovative programming and inclusive engagement in east London’s cultural life.
Arts Theatre
Arts Theatre
6-7 Great Newport Street, London WC2H 7JB
The Arts Theatre is an independent West End venue with a rich legacy of presenting innovative and emerging work alongside established productions. Opened in 1927, it has a reputation for adventurous programming, including drama, comedy and new writing. Its intimate 350‑seat space has been home to premieres, cult favourites and shows that often transfer to larger houses. The Arts Theatre also supports developing artists and productions that push creative boundaries, making it a valuable bridge between fringe‑scale work and mainstream London theatre.
✉️ info@artstheatrelondon.co.uk
How it’s programmed
A mix of independent programming, new writing, revivals and transfers; regularly features short runs and productions by emerging companies alongside guest seasons.
Accessibility
Step‑free entrance to stalls (request in advance), wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets; upper levels accessed by stairs only – contact box office for specific needs.
Capacity
350 seats
The Arts Theatre has a single auditorium with fixed raked seating and is known for hosting independent productions, Off-West End premieres, and transfers. It's one of the few privately owned theatres of its kind in the West End.
Backyard Comedy Club
Backyard Comedy Club
231 Cambridge Heath Rd, Bethnal Green, London E2 0EL
The Backyard Comedy Club is one of London’s premier comedy venues showcasing stand-up and live comedy nights with both rising and established acts. Built for comedy performances with flexible seating and a lively bar atmosphere, the venue also hosts special events, food service and community nights.
Barons Court Theatre
Barons Court Theatre
28A Comeragh Rd, London W14 9HR
The Barons Court Theatre is an intimate, 52-seat fringe theatre located in the basement of the Curtains Up Pub in West London. Known for its unique setting, the theatre offers a diverse program of new writing, reimagined classics, and international work. Since 2021, it has been run by Kibo Productions, which has a mission to create a friendly and inclusive platform for emerging artists.
✉️ info@baronscourttheatre.com
How it’s programmed
The theatre is programmed by hiring the space to visiting companies for short runs of plays, festivals like the Voila Festival, and seasonal shows.
Accessibility
Step‑free access to main foyer; lift access to performance spaces; relaxed, captioned and audio‑described performances offered.
Capacity
52 Seats. It's a small, intimate fringe venue located beneath The Curtains Up pub in West London, known for supporting emerging artists, short-run plays, and experimental work.
Battersea Arts Centre
Battersea Arts Centre
Lavender Hill, London SW11 5TN
Battersea Arts Centre (BAC) is a dynamic performance space dedicated to adventurous theatre and creative development. Placed near Clapham Junction, its historic building hosts bold work by emerging and established artists alongside community‑led activity, workshops and festivals. BAC is known for its boundary‑pushing programming, incubating new ideas and artists that often go on to national prominence. It also offers accessible, relaxed and sensory‑adapted performances, and runs participatory projects, making it a vital creative hub in London’s fringe ecology.
✉️ boxoffice@bac.org.uk
How it’s programmed
Curated seasons, artist‑development labs, community and participatory programmes with frequent new work premieres
Accessibility
Step‑free access to main foyer; lift access to performance spaces; relaxed, captioned and audio‑described performances offered.
Capacity
Grand Hall – up to 640 seats (can also be used standing or reconfigured for immersive work)
Council Chamber – approx 120 seats
Smaller studio spaces – range from 30 to 90 seats, depending on setup
BAC is known for its adaptable performance spaces that support a wide range of theatre, dance, and interdisciplinary work, including promenade and immersive formats.
Blue Elephant Theatre
Blue Elephant Theatre
59A Bethwin Rd, London SE5 0XT
The Blue Elephant Theatre is an intimate, 50-seat fringe theatre and community hub in Camberwell, South London. It is known for its diverse and eclectic programming, which includes new writing, dance, and revamped classics, with a focus on nurturing new and emerging artists.
✉️ info@blueelephanttheatre.co.uk
How it’s programmed
Alongside work from visiting companies, the Blue Elephant is committed to platforming the work of disabled artists and emerging talent, including through its Youth Board
Accessibility
Features step-free access from the street to the theatre and an accessible toilet.
Capacity
52 seats
It’s a small, intimate basement venue located under The Curtains Up pub in West Kensington, known for fringe theatre, new writing, and classic revivals in an up-close setting.
Bread & Roses Theatre
Bread & Roses Theatre
68 Clapham Manor St, London SW4 6DZ
The Bread & Roses Theatre is an award-winning, innovative fringe theatre located in Clapham, South London, situated above The Bread & Roses Pub. It focuses on new writing, underrepresented voices, and distinctive work. The theatre's programming includes contemporary revivals, devised work, improvisational theatre, and comedy. It produces in-house shows and supports local creatives.
✉️ info@breadandrosestheatre.co.uk
How it’s programmed
A mix of in-house productions and visiting companies fill the schedule, with a strong emphasis on new writing, diversity, and supporting emerging artists.
Accessibility
The first-floor theatre is not wheelchair accessible, with access via a steep staircase.
Capacity
approx 50 seats (intimate fringe pub theatre)
Brockley Jack
Brockley Jack
410 Brockley Road, London SE4 2DH, United Kingdom
The Brockley Jack Theatre (often called the Jack Studio Theatre) is an intimate 50-seat Off West End venue in South East London. Housed in a historic Victorian pub building in Crofton Park, it offers a vibrant year-round program of new writing, innovative revivals, comedy, and workshops
How it’s programmed
The Brockley Jack Studio Theatre is an award-winning Fringe venue in South London. Co-directed by Artistic Director Kate Bannister and Theatre Manager Karl Swinyard, it is a leading hub for new writing, innovative revivals, and artist development
Accessibility
Step‑free access via the main entrance; wheelchair spaces available.
Capacity
50 seats
Brixton House
Brixton House
385 Coldharbour Lane, London SW9 8GL
Brixton House is a modern producing theatre and cultural hub in South London, rooted in the legacy of Ovalhouse. It presents a diverse programme of theatre, comedy, music, and community arts, works with local and international artists, and offers rehearsal, workshop, and performance spaces.
Bridge House Theatre
Bridge House Theatre
2 High Street, Penge, London, SE20 8RZ. The theatre is located on the first floor of the Bridge House Pub.
The Bridge House Theatre was founded in 2013 and reopened in 2021 following a refurbishment and change of management. It operates as an independent Off-West End venue in Penge, with a focus on supporting local creative talent and underrepresented voices. It is a community interest company and describes itself as an unfunded venue.
✉️ info@thebridgehousetheatre.co.uk. Programming submissions can be sent to submissions@thebridgehousetheatre.co.uk.
How it’s programmed
The Bridge House programmes year-round visiting productions alongside a number of in-house shows. It actively invites artists and companies to submit work and has a particular commitment to socially conscious productions that provide opportunities for or representation of underrepresented groups, including working-class artists, Global Majority artists, LGBTQ+ artists, non-binary and gender-fluid artists, and neurodivergent artists. Its programme includes theatre, comedy, workshops and other live performance.
Accessibility
The theatre is currently only accessible by stairs, as it is situated on the first floor of the pub. Visitors with accessibility requirements are encouraged to contact the theatre in advance to discuss how they may be able to assist.
Capacity
50
Bush Theatre
Bush Theatre
7 Uxbridge Road, London W12 8LJ
Bush Theatre is a highly respected producing venue in Shepherd’s Bush that champions bold, new writing and emerging talent. Since its founding in 1972, it has developed and premiered hundreds of plays, many of which have gone on to national and international success. Focusing on contemporary voices and diverse perspectives, Bush Theatre’s innovative programming combines commissioned work, community engagement and artist development. It plays a vital role in London’s cultural ecosystem by nurturing early‑career playwrights, directors and performers and showcasing work that challenges, reflects and shapes the social conversation.
✉️ info@bushtheatre.co.uk
How it’s programmed
Producing theatre with a focus on new and emerging writing, curated seasons, festivals and developmental workshops; often supports work that tours nationally.
Accessibility
Step‑free access via the main entrance; wheelchair spaces available with advance booking; accessible toilets; hearing loop available; relaxed and captioned performances on selected shows. Check the website for accessibility details specific to each production.
Capacity
Main House (Holloway Theatre): 180 seats
Studio (Bush Studio): 60 seats
Camden People's Theatre
Camden People's Theatre
58–60 Hampstead Road, London NW1 2PY
Camden People’s Theatre is one of London’s leading fringe venues for new and experimental performance. Located near Warren Street and Euston, CPT is known for championing emerging artists, politically engaged work, live art, queer performance, and innovative theatre-making. The venue supports artists through year-round development programmes, festivals, commissions, and scratch nights, and has built a national reputation for adventurous contemporary performance.
How it’s programmed
New writing, live art, devised theatre, queer performance, interdisciplinary work, artist development programmes, festivals and scratch performance.
Accessibility
Step-free access to the auditorium, accessible toilet, wheelchair spaces, and relaxed performance provisions.
Capacity
Approx 60 seats
Canada Water
Canada Water
21 Surrey Quays Road, London SE16 7AR
Canada Water Theatre is an intimate performance space located in Canada Water Library, presenting contemporary theatre, dance, music, comedy and family shows. Programmed in partnership with The Albany, it champions new work and community engagement with local audiences.
Canal Cafe Theatre
Canal Cafe Theatre
Delamere Terrace, Little Venice, London W2 6ND
Canal Cafe Theatre is a small, iconic fringe venue in Little Venice, famous for its long-running show 'NewsRevue'. It supports new writing, comedy, cabaret and fringe performance above a pub.
✉️ info@canalcafetheatre.com
How it’s programmed
Comedy, cabaret, new writing, submissions
Accessibility
Step‑free access to Balcony One from the foyer with removable wheelchair spaces; main stalls accessed via steps; accessible toilets and hearing loop available — contact box office for specific access needs.
Capacity
60 Seats
Charing Cross Theatre
Charing Cross Theatre
The Arches, Villers Street, London WC2N 6NL
Charing Cross Theatre is an intimate Off‑West End theatre located under the arches near Charing Cross Station. Originally a Victorian music hall and later known as the New Players Theatre, it now presents a diverse mix of drama, musicals, comedy, cabaret and late‑night shows in a 265‑seat space. The venue combines historic charm with adventurous programming and regular UK premieres of musicals and plays. With its Players Bar & Kitchen on site, the theatre offers a full night‑out experience in the heart of London’s theatre‑land district, appealing to a broad range of audiences.
✉️ info@charingcrosstheatre.co.uk
How it’s programmed
Eclectic Off‑West End programming including drama, musicals, comedy and cabaret; hosts short‑run and limited engagements, including UK premieres and new work.
Accessibility
Step‑free access to Balcony One from the foyer with removable wheelchair spaces; main stalls accessed via steps; accessible toilets and hearing loop available — contact box office for specific access needs.
Capacity
265 Seats
Chats Palace Arts Centre
Chats Palace Arts Centre
42‑44 Brooksby’s Walk, London E9 6DF
Chats Palace is a community arts centre and black-box performance space in Hackney supporting theatre, performance, music, dance and workshops. It has multiple flexible spaces used for theatre productions, rehearsals, live shows, and community projects.
Chelsea Theatre
Chelsea Theatre
7 World's End Place, London SW10 0DR
Chelsea Theatre is a contemporary performance venue and community arts space located just off the King’s Road. The venue presents an eclectic programme spanning theatre, dance, music, live art, spoken word, and interdisciplinary performance, while also supporting local participation and artist development initiatives. Known for its flexible programming and international outlook, Chelsea Theatre provides a platform for both emerging and established artists working across contemporary performance practices.
✉️ https://chelseatheatre.org.uk
How it’s programmed
Contemporary theatre, dance, live art, spoken word, music, community performance, artist development and interdisciplinary work.
Accessibility
Step-free access, accessible toilets, wheelchair-accessible seating and lift access throughout the building.
Capacity
Approx 110 seats
Cockpit Theatre
Cockpit Theatre
Gateforth Street, London NW8 8EH
The Cockpit is a fringe theatre in Marylebone, London. Designed by Edward Mendelsohn and built in 1969–70 by the Inner London Education Authority as the Gateforth Youth Arts Centre, it is London's first purpose-built Theatre in the round since the Great Fire of London
✉️ reception@thecockpit.org.uk
How it’s programmed
The Cockpit operates as an open-access venue with a very high turnover, booking out its rehearsal rooms and performance spaces to a huge variety of visiting companies and individual artists.
Accessibility
Provides level access to the foyer, box office, bar, and toilets. A wheelchair ramp is available via a side fire exit to avoid steep steps to the auditorium.
Capacity
up to 220 seats in‑the‑round (configurable; typically 170–220 depending on setup)
Courtyard Theatre
Courtyard Theatre
Bowling Green Walk Entrance, 40 Pitfield Street, London N1 6EU
The Courtyard Theatre is a vibrant independent performance space in Hoxton that presents theatre, comedy, music, art and multidisciplinary work. It provides an intimate setting for established performers and emerging creatives alike, nurturing new plays, experimental performances and collaborative projects. With a rich history of supporting artistic development, the venue includes a 150‑seat main house, an 80‑seat studio theatre and additional spaces for live music and rehearsal. The Courtyard is rooted in London’s creative community and celebrated for its eclectic, adventurous programming
How it’s programmed
Independent bookings, new writing, devised shows, music events and multidisciplinary work curated alongside artist‑led seasons.
Accessibility
Venue accessibility varies by space; contact box office for wheelchair access and performance‑specific details.
Capacity
Main house ~150 seats; Studio ~80 seats; additional live music space ~220 capacity.
Drayton Arms Theatre
Drayton Arms Theatre
153 Old Brompton Rd, London SW5 0LJ
The Drayton Arms Theatre is a professional fringe theatre located on the first floor above The Drayton Arms pub in South Kensington, London. It has a history rooted in dramatic arts training and has been a permanent professional venue since 2011
✉️ enquiry@thedraytonarmstheatre.co.uk
How it’s programmed
The theatre is booked on a rental basis by visiting companies, resulting in a fast-changing programme of new writing, revivals, and small-scale touring productions.
Accessibility
The theatre is located upstairs above a pub and is not wheelchair accessible, with access only via a flight of stairs.
Capacity
51 seats (fixed raked seating)
Esher Theatre
Esher Theatre
Community Walk, High Street, Esher KT10 9RA
Esher Theatre is an independent performance venue in Surrey presenting theatre, comedy, live music, family entertainment, and touring productions. Located in the centre of Esher, the venue combines a modern auditorium with a community-focused approach to programming, supporting both professional productions and local creative activity. Its programme includes touring drama, stand-up comedy, tribute acts, spoken word events, and seasonal productions.
Donmar Warehouse
Donmar Warehouse
Earlham Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H 9HU
Donmar Warehouse is a renowned Off‑West End producing theatre in Covent Garden focused on high‑quality drama, new work and reinterpretations of classics. Founded in 1977, it has become a respected hub for artistic innovation, often transferring productions to the West End and international stages. Known for intimate and impactful storytelling, the Donmar produces several seasons each year and has hosted acclaimed directors and actors
✉️boxoffice@donmarwarehouse.com
How it’s programmed
Producing theatre with curated seasons of drama, new writing and reinterpretations; transfers to larger venues are common
Accessibility
Accessible performances and facilities available – contact box office for details
Capacity
251 seats (+ ~20 standing)
Etcetera Theatre
Etcetera Theatre
265 Camden High St, London NW1 7BU
The Etcetera Theatre is an award-winning pub theatre in Camden Town, London, established in 1986, that supports new fringe theatre, comedy, cabaret, and musical acts. It is known for supporting new artists, hosting warm-up shows for major comedians, and being a venue for the Camden Fringe and London Horror Festival. The theatre is run by artists for artists.
Greenwich Theatre
Greenwich Theatre
Crooms Hill, London SE10 8ES
Greenwich Theatre is a historic producing and receiving theatre located in the heart of Greenwich. Originally opened as a music hall in the nineteenth century, the venue has become an important platform for new writing, touring productions, comedy, family theatre, and emerging artists. Greenwich Theatre is particularly recognised for supporting early-career companies and presenting ambitious work at fringe and mid-scale level while maintaining strong community engagement and artist development activity.
Email: @thefortunetheatre
How it’s programmed
West End drama, long-running productions and commercial theatre.
Accessibility
Accessible seating available with step-free access support in selected areas; patrons are advised to contact the venue directly regarding access requirements.
Capacity
Approx 432
Email: @thefortunetheatre
How it’s programmed
West End drama, long-running productions and commercial theatre.
Accessibility
Accessible seating available with step-free access support in selected areas; patrons are advised to contact the venue directly regarding access requirements.
Capacity
Approx 432
✉️ admin@etceteratheatre.com
How it’s programmed
As a long-established pub theatre, the Etcetera is programmed by hiring out the space to independent companies, often for short-run productions and shows heading to the Edinburgh Fringe.
Accessibility
Is not wheelchair accessible, as the theatre space is accessed via a circular staircase inside a pub.
Capacity
42 seats (pub theatre above the Oxford Arms)
Finborough Theatre
Finborough Theatre
118 Finborough Rd, London SW10 9ED
The Finborough Theatre is a multi-award-winning, 50-seat theatre in West Brompton, London, founded in 1980 and run by Artistic Director Neil McPherson. It is known for its unique programming, which exclusively presents new writing and "rediscoveries" of plays from the 19th and 20th centuries that haven't been staged in London for at least 25 years. The theatre is a registered charity funded by individual donors and supporters.
Email: admin@finboroughtheatre.co.uk
How it’s programmed
The Finborough is programmed with a strong focus on staging new writing from the UK and internationally, as well as rediscovered plays.
Accessibility
Is not wheelchair accessible due to 23 steps leading to the theatre space, which is located up a narrow staircase in a Grade II listed pub.
Capacity
50 seats (studio theatre)
Fortune Theatre
Fortune Theatre
Russell Street, Covent Garden, London WC2B 5HH
The Fortune Theatre is a historic West End venue in Covent Garden, best known as the long-running home of The Woman in Black. Opened in 1924, the theatre is one of the smallest proscenium arch theatres in the West End and retains much of its original Art Deco character. Alongside commercial productions, the venue forms part of London’s wider theatre ecology through its role in sustaining long-running and mid-scale theatrical work in the city centre.
Email: @thefortunetheatre
How it’s programmed
West End drama, long-running productions and commercial theatre.
Accessibility
Accessible seating available with step-free access support in selected areas; patrons are advised to contact the venue directly regarding access requirements.
Capacity
Approx 432
Greenwich Theatre
Greenwich Theatre
Crooms Hill, London SE10 8ES
Greenwich Theatre is a historic producing and receiving theatre located in the heart of Greenwich. Originally opened as a music hall in the nineteenth century, the venue has become an important platform for new writing, touring productions, comedy, family theatre, and emerging artists. Greenwich Theatre is particularly recognised for supporting early-career companies and presenting ambitious work at fringe and mid-scale level while maintaining strong community engagement and artist development activity
Email: @greenwichtheatre
How it’s programmed
New writing, touring theatre, comedy, family theatre, musicals, pantomime and emerging artist development.
Accessibility
Step-free access available to parts of the venue, accessible seating, and adapted toilet facilities. Audiences are advised to contact the theatre directly regarding specific access requirements.
Capacity
Approx 400
Golden Goose Theatre
Golden Goose Theatre
146 Camberwell New Road, London SE5 0RR
The Golden Goose Theatre is an intimate fringe venue in Camberwell dedicated to new writing, emerging artists, and independent theatre-making. Situated above The Golden Goose pub, the venue presents a wide-ranging programme including drama, comedy, spoken word, cabaret, and experimental performance. The theatre is known for supporting early-stage productions and offering accessible opportunities for independent artists and companies across London’s fringe sector.
Email: @goldengoosetheatre
How it’s programmed
New writing, fringe theatre, comedy, cabaret, spoken word and experimental performance.
Accessibility
The theatre is located above a pub and access involves stairs; audiences should contact the venue directly regarding specific accessibility requirements.
Capacity
50
Hammersmith Academy
Hammersmith Academy
25 Queen Caroline Street, London W6 9QF
The Eventim Apollo Hammersmith is one of London’s best-known live performance venues, presenting theatre, comedy, concerts, spoken word, and touring productions. Originally opened in 1932 as the Gaumont Palace cinema, the Grade II listed venue has become a major destination for live entertainment in West London. Alongside music programming, the venue regularly hosts touring theatrical work, comedy festivals, and large-scale live events.
Email: @eventimapollo
How it’s programmed
Live music, comedy, touring theatre, spoken word, variety performance and live events.
Accessibility
Accessible seating, step-free access routes, adapted toilet facilities, and venue access support available.
Capacity
Approx 5,000
Hampstead Theatre
Hampstead Theatre
Eton Avenue, Swiss Cottage, London NW3 3EU
Hampstead Theatre is one of the UK’s leading producing theatres for new writing. Since its founding in 1959, the venue has developed an international reputation for commissioning and premiering contemporary plays by emerging and established playwrights. Located in Swiss Cottage, the theatre presents work across its main house and Hampstead Downstairs studio space, supporting ambitious storytelling, artist development, and the progression of new work into national and international production.
Email: @hampstead_theatre
How it’s programmed
New writing, contemporary drama, studio theatre, playwright development and producing theatre
Accessibility
Step-free access, wheelchair seating, hearing assistance systems and accessible toilet facilities available throughout the venue.
Capacity
Approx. 325-seat main house and 140-seat studio theatre.
Jack Studio Theatre
Jack Studio Theatre
410 Brockley Road, London SE4 2DH
The Jack Studio Theatre is an award-winning fringe venue above the Brockley Jack pub in South East London. Known for its strong producing identity and ambitious programming, the theatre presents new writing, rediscovered classics, musicals, and contemporary revivals. The venue has built a reputation for high-quality fringe productions and supports emerging and mid-career artists through a year-round programme of theatre-making and collaboration.
How it’s programmed
New writing, fringe theatre, musicals, revivals, contemporary drama and independent productions.
Accessibility
Access involves stairs to the theatre space above the pub; audiences are advised to contact the venue directly regarding accessibility requirements.
Capacity
Approx 50
Jeremy Street Theatre
Jeremy Street Theatre
16B Jermyn Street, London SW1Y 6ST
Jermyn Street Theatre is an Off-West End venue known for intimate plays, revivals and new writing. It supports emerging talent and classical rediscoveries in a compact basement setting.
Kiln Theatre
Kiln Theatre
269 Kilburn High Road, London NW6 7JR
Kiln Theatre is a producing theatre in Kilburn, focused on diverse stories and new writing. It features a modern auditorium and cinema and champions underrepresented voices on its stage.
King's Head Theatre
King's Head Theatre
115 Upper St, London N1 1QN
The King's Head Theatre is a historic pub theatre that moved from its 53-year home in the back of the King's Head Pub to a new, modern venue in Islington Square, London, which opened in January 2024. Established in 1970, it was London's oldest pub theatre, known for producing diverse, often LGBTQ+-focused, work on the city's fringe and independent theatre scene. The new location features two performance spaces: a 220-seat auditorium and a 50-seat cabaret area.
How it’s programmed
Programming at the King's Head includes a mix of in-house productions and shows from visiting companies, with a focus on new writing, musicals, and cabaret.
Accessibility
Features lifts providing step-free access to the two theatre spaces and accessible toilets, though the upper floors are not accessible.
Capacity
Main house 200+ seats (new purpose‑built venue) and a 50‑seat cabaret/4Below space
Lion and Unicorn Theatre
Lion and Unicorn Theatre
42–44 Gaisford Street, London NW5 2ED
The Lion and Unicorn Theatre is an award-winning fringe venue above the historic Lion and Unicorn pub in Kentish Town. Established in 2010, the theatre has developed a reputation for supporting emerging artists, new writing, innovative revivals, and independent theatre companies. The venue provides an accessible platform for early-career practitioners while maintaining a diverse programme of drama, comedy, musicals, and experimental work
https://www.thelionandunicorntheatre.com
How it’s programmed
New writing, fringe theatre, comedy, musicals, revivals and emerging artist development.
Accessibility
Access to the theatre is via stairs above the pub; audiences should contact the venue directly regarding accessibility requirements.
Capacity
Approx 60
Little Angel Theatre
Little Angel Theatre
14 Dagmar Passage, Islington, London N1 2DN
14 Dagmar Passage, Islington, London N1 2DN
Since opening in a converted temperance hall in 1961, it has focused almost exclusively on puppetry, creating its own productions while also presenting work by leading puppetry companies from the UK and abroad. Its education and outreach programmes are a major part of its work, delivering performances, workshops and training in schools and communities as well as on its own stages.
How it’s programmed
Original puppet productions, adaptations of children's books, visiting companies, artist development, schools programmes and community outreach
Accessibility
Little Angel Theatre is committed to accessibility, offering step-free access, wheelchair spaces, accessible seating, and accessible facilities throughout the venue. Assistance dogs are welcome, and the theatre regularly presents relaxed and BSL-interpreted performances. Many productions are also naturally accessible to D/deaf audiences through visual storytelling, and access discounts are available for eligible visitors.
Capacity
Approx 100
Lyric Hammersmith Theatre
Lyric Hammersmith Theatre
Lyric Square, King Street, London W6 0QL
The Lyric Hammersmith Theatre is one of the UK's leading producing theatres, combining a nationally recognised artistic programme with extensive community and young people's work. Founded in 1895 and rebuilt in its current form in 1979, the theatre presents new writing, contemporary adaptations, large-scale productions, family theatre, and artist development initiatives. Through its creative engagement programmes and talent development pathways, the Lyric plays a significant role in supporting the next generation of theatre-makers.
How it’s programmed
New writing, producing theatre, family theatre, contemporary adaptations, artist development, youth theatre and community engagement.
Accessibility
Fully accessible venue with step-free access, wheelchair seating, hearing enhancement systems, accessible toilets and lift access.
Capacity
Approx. 550-seat Main House and 120-seat Studio.
Menier Chocolate Factory
Menier Chocolate Factory
53 Southwark Street, London SE1 1RU
The Menier Chocolate Factory is one of London's most successful off-West End producing theatres. Housed within a former Victorian chocolate factory near London Bridge, the venue has gained an international reputation for producing acclaimed new musicals, revivals, and plays that frequently transfer to the West End, Broadway, and international stages. Despite its intimate scale, the theatre has played a major role in developing commercially and artistically successful productions while maintaining a strong commitment to innovative theatre-making.
✉️ https://www.menierchocolatefactory.com
How it’s programmed
New musicals, musical revivals, contemporary drama, classic plays, producing theatre and artist development.
Accessibility
Step-free access available to the auditorium, accessible toilets, wheelchair spaces and access support services.
Capacity
Approx. 180 seats
New Diorama
New Diorama
15–16 Triton Street, Regent's Place, London NW1 3BF
New Diorama Theatre is one of the UK's leading new work theatres, renowned for supporting independent companies, ensembles, and theatre-makers through long-term artistic development. Located near Warren Street, the venue has built a national reputation for championing innovative performance, new writing, devised work, and interdisciplinary theatre. Through initiatives such as the Emerging Companies Fund and extensive artist support programmes, New Diorama plays a significant role in sustaining the UK's independent theatre ecology.
How it’s programmed
New writing, devised theatre, contemporary performance, artist development, interdisciplinary work and independent company support.
Accessibility
Fully accessible venue with step-free access, wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets and hearing assistance facilities.
Capacity
Approx. 80 seats
Old Red Lion Theatre
Old Red Lion Theatre
418 St John St, London EC1V 4NJ
The Old Red Lion Theatre is one of London's oldest and most renowned fringe theatre venues, located above the historic Old Red Lion pub in Islington. First opened in 1979, it has built a reputation for showcasing exceptional, ambitious, and often challenging theatre, ranging from new plays to acclaimed revivals.
✉️ info@weareoldred.co.uk
How it’s programmed
The theatre stages a curated program of new writing and short-run, artist-led productions, along with occasional in-house work.
Accessibility
The first-floor theatre is not wheelchair accessible, with access via a staircase.
Capacity
60 seats in its intimate upstairs performance space, making it one of London’s classic fringe/pug theatre venues.
Omni Bus Theatre
Omni Bus Theatre
1 Clapham Common North Side, London SW4 0QW
Omnibus Theatre is an award-winning independent theatre and arts centre located on Clapham Common. Housed within a former Victorian library, the venue has established itself as a leading home for new theatre, artist development, and socially engaged performance. Omnibus presents an ambitious year-round programme of theatre, comedy, spoken word, music, and festivals, while supporting emerging and mid-career artists through commissions, residencies, and development opportunities. The venue is particularly recognised for championing diverse voices and innovative storytelling.
✉️https://www.omnibus-clapham.org
How it’s programmed
New writing, contemporary theatre, artist development, comedy, spoken word, music, festivals and interdisciplinary performance.
Accessibility
Step-free access throughout much of the building, wheelchair-accessible facilities, accessible toilets, and access support for audiences.
Capacity
Approx 90
Orange Tree Theatre
Orange Tree Theatre
1 Clarence Street, Richmond, TW9 2SA
The Orange Tree Theatre is a producing venue in the round in Richmond, specialising in new writing, rediscovered plays, and reimagined classics. It has a national reputation for artist development.
Park Theatre
Park Theatre
Clifton Terrace, Finsbury Park, London N4 3JP
Park Theatre is a major independent producing and receiving theatre in North London, founded in 2013 by Artistic Director Jez Bond. Located close to Finsbury Park station, the venue has quickly become one of London's most respected off-West End theatres, presenting new writing, revivals, transfers, and nationally recognised productions. With two performance spaces—Park200 and Park90—the theatre supports both emerging and established artists and has developed a strong reputation for transferring work to the West End and beyond.
✉️https://parktheatre.co.uk
How it’s programmed
New writing, contemporary drama, revivals, producing theatre, transfers, artist development and community engagement.
Accessibility
Fully accessible venue with step-free access, wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, hearing enhancement systems and lift access throughout.
Capacity
Park200 – approximately 200 seats; Park90 – approximately 90 seats
Rosemary Branch Theatre
Rosemary Branch Theatre
2 Shepperton Road, London, N1 3DT.
The Rosemary Branch Theatre is an intimate pub theatre on the border of Islington and Hackney, located above the historic Rosemary Branch pub. The building has a long performance history, having previously been associated with music hall and entertainment. The upstairs space was converted into a theatre in 1986, and since the 1990s it has developed a reputation as an important London fringe venue supporting emerging theatre-makers.
The theatre is particularly notable for having been run by women for 30 years, with Laura Killeen currently serving as Artistic Director. In 2026, the theatre is celebrating this milestone with special events and festivals.
✉️info@rosemarybranchtheatre.co.uk.
How it’s programmed
the Rosemary Branch is a small, artist-focused fringe venue that programmes a broad mix of experimental, emerging and accessible performance, with a particular interest in giving new voices and unconventional work a platform
Accessibility
The theatre is located upstairs and unfortunately has no wheelchair access.
Capacity
The theatre has 53 fixed seats, with capacity to increase to 60.
Royal Court Theatre
Royal Court Theatre
Sloane Square, London SW1W 8AS
The Royal Court Theatre is a leading producing theatre focused on contemporary writing. It supports new playwrights and presents groundbreaking drama across two performance spaces.
Soho Theatre
Soho Theatre
21 Dean Street, London W1D 3NE
Soho Theatre is a leading venue for new writing, comedy, and cabaret. It showcases emerging and established artists across three flexible performance spaces and hosts an international touring programme.
Southwark Play House
Southwark Play House
Southwark Playhouse has two venues: Borough, 77–85 Newington Causeway, London, SE1 6BD, and Elephant, 1 Dante Place, London, SE11 4RX.
Founded in 1993, Southwark Playhouse is a leading London fringe theatre dedicated to supporting new and emerging theatre-makers. It operates two venues in Elephant and Castle and combines professional theatre with a free year-round participation programme for the local community.
✉️ boxoffice@southwarkplayhouse.co.uk.
How it’s programmed
Southwark Playhouse programmes a diverse range of theatre, including new writing, plays, musicals and musical revivals. Much of its work is presented by visiting companies and producers, with a particular focus on emerging artists. Productions can develop at the Borough venue before transferring to the larger Elephant space or potentially moving on to the West End. The theatre also accepts production proposals directly from companies and producers.
Accessibility
Both venues offer accessible facilities, including wheelchair spaces and step-free or lift access. Assistance dogs are welcome, and access tickets with a complimentary companion ticket are available.
Capacity
Southwark Playhouse has three performance spaces across its two venues. Borough’s Large space seats up to around 230, while The Little seats up to around 134. The Elephant Main Space has a capacity of 310.
Tabard Theatre
Tabard Theatre
2 Bath Road, Chiswick, London, W4 1LW.
Opened in 1985 as the Tabard Theatre of New Writing, the Tabard is an independent studio theatre located above the historic Tabard pub in Chiswick. It has developed a reputation for supporting both established and emerging artists and reopened under its original name in 2022 after a period as Chiswick Playhouse. In 2025, it was named London Pub Theatre of the Year.
✉️ info@tabard.org.uk.
How it’s programmed
The Tabard programmes a broad mix of drama, comedy, musical theatre, family productions and new writing. It produces work in-house while also presenting visiting companies, emerging artists and established performers. The programme includes new plays, revivals, solo shows, comedy, cabaret, magic and family theatre, with a particular emphasis on strong storytelling and intimate live experiences.
Accessibility
The theatre is located on the first floor of the historic Tabard pub and currently has no wheelchair access. The auditorium has steps, including steps up the centre aisle, so the venue advises visitors with mobility difficulties to book seats towards the front.
Capacity
The Tabard is an 80-seat studio theatre, with capacity increasing to 88 for some performances. Other configurations can accommodate up to around 90 people.
Tara Theatre
Tara Theatre
356 Garratt Lane, London SW18 4ES
Tara Theatre champions global majority voices and intersectional work. This South London fringe venue presents drama, storytelling and multidisciplinary work with a focus on diversity and inclusion.
The Free Association
The Free Association
Arch 26, Old Union Yard Arches, 229 Union Street, London, SE1 0LR.
Founded in 2014, The Free Association is a London-based improv comedy theatre and school. It now has a permanent home in Southwark, where it combines live performance with improv and comedy training.
✉️ hello@thefreeassociation.co.uk.
How it’s programmed
The Free Association programmes improv and alternative comedy, presenting its own home-grown shows alongside visiting companies, established performers and emerging talent. Artists can pitch new, existing or one-off comedy shows directly to the venue, while its regular programme includes long-form improv, jams and experimental comedy.
Accessibility
The ground-floor theatre has step-free access and an accessible bathroom. The upper level is not wheelchair accessible. Two removable wheelchair spaces are available in the theatre.
Capacity
The theatre is an intimate 100-seat space, with two removable wheelchair spaces.
The Gate Theatre
The Gate Theatre
11 Pembridge Road, Notting Hill, London W11 3HQ
The Gate Theatre is a small but influential producing venue known for international and avant-garde theatre. It presents bold new work from diverse voices and collaborates with emerging and mid-career artists.
The Hen & Chickens Theatre
The Hen & Chickens Theatre
109 St Paul’s Road, London, N1 2NA.
The Hen & Chickens Theatre is an established fringe pub theatre in Highbury, first opening in 1985. Since 1999, it has been run by Unrestricted View, a production company founded by Felicity and James Wren. The venue has supported many emerging performers and writers, with alumni including Jimmy Carr, Sarah Millican, Ricky Gervais and The Mighty Boosh.
✉️ boxoffice@unrestrictedview.co.uk.
How it’s programmed
The Hen & Chickens programmes new writing, comedy, classic theatre, musicals, sketch comedy, rehearsed readings, scratch nights and Edinburgh Fringe previews. It has a strong focus on new writing and emerging artists, while also welcoming visiting companies and a wide range of independent productions. The venue curates its own programme, produces in-house work and accepts applications from artists and companies.
Accessibility
The theatre is upstairs and is accessed via stairs, so there is currently no wheelchair access. Assistance dogs are welcome. Visitors with accessibility requirements are advised to contact the venue in advance to discuss their needs.
Capacity
The theatre has 54 individual raked seats in an intimate black-box, end-on configuration.
The Hope Theatre
The Hope Theatre
207 Upper St, London N1 1RL
The Hope Theatre can refer to either the 17th-century Elizabethan theatre known for staging both plays and bear-baiting, or the modern 50-seat black-box venue above the Hope and Anchor pub in Islington, London. The original Hope Theatre was built in 1613 and closed in 1656, while the modern version opened in 2013 and is known for hosting world premieres and new writing.
✉️ info@thehopetheatre.com
How it’s programmed
The Hope Theatre is primarily booked by visiting companies on a box office split basis for short runs of new writing and actor-led productions.
Accessibility
Regrettably, this is not wheelchair accessible as the theatre is located up a flight of stairs inside a Grade II listed building.
The Museum of Comedy
The Museum of Comedy
The Undercroft, St George’s Church, Bloomsbury Way, London, WC1A 2SR.
The Museum of Comedy is an independent comedy venue and museum located in the former crypt of St George's Church in Bloomsbury. It combines a live performance space with a collection of more than 6,000 comedy artefacts, memorabilia, photographs, scripts and props celebrating British comedy history.
✉️ boxoffice@museumofcomedy.com.
How it’s programmed
The Museum of Comedy programmes primarily comedy, including stand-up, sketch, improv, cabaret, theatre, work-in-progress shows and comedy workshops. It has a strong focus on supporting emerging comedians alongside established performers, with regular competitions such as New Comedian of the Year and Not So New Comedian of the Year. It also welcomes visiting companies and producers, making it an important development and performance space for new comedy talent.
Accessibility
The venue is accessed from street level via 16 steps or an accessible lift. Once inside, the venue is all on one level. There is an accessible toilet, wheelchair spaces can be created by removing seats, and assistance dogs are welcome. Accessible bookings should be made in advance.
The Other Palace Theatre
The Other Palace Theatre
12 Palace Street, London, SW1E 5JA.
The Other Palace is a theatre in Victoria specialising in the development and presentation of new work, particularly musical theatre. Originally opened in 2012 as St James Theatre, it was relaunched as The Other Palace in 2017 under Andrew Lloyd Webber's LW Theatres. It was acquired by Bill Kenwright Ltd in 2021 and continues to support emerging theatre-makers alongside presenting established productions.
✉️ tickets@theotherpalace.co.uk. The Box Office can also be contacted on 020 7592 0302.
How it’s programmed
The Other Palace has a strong focus on new musical theatre and the development of new work, with opportunities for writers, composers and producers to submit completed shows, scripts and work-in-progress for consideration. The Main Theatre presents full-scale productions, musicals and drama, while the Studio has a more flexible programme including musical theatre, comedy, cabaret and live music. The venue also presents work-in-progress, workshops, masterclasses and opportunities for emerging artists.
Accessibility
The Other Palace has step-free access to the main entrance, foyer, bar and both auditoriums. The Main Theatre has dedicated wheelchair spaces, while the Studio is accessible by lift and has space for two wheelchairs. There are accessible toilets, assisted listening systems and access performances including relaxed, signed and audio-described performances. Personal Assistant tickets are available at no additional cost.
The Pleasance Theatre (London)
The Pleasance Theatre (London)
Carpenters Mews, North Road, London N7 9EF
Pleasance London is a home for fringe theatre, comedy, and new writing, supporting artists from early development through to full production. Sister to the major Edinburgh venue, it offers year-round programming.
The Playground Theatre
The Playground Theatre
8 Latimer Road, London, W10 6RQ.
The Playground Theatre is an independent charity and creative space in Latimer Road, established by Artistic Director Peter Tate in 1998. Originally a former bus depot, it was developed as a space where artists from different disciplines could experiment, develop new ideas and create innovative work. It opened as a public theatre in 2017 and has since worked with both emerging and established artists from the UK and internationally.
✉️ boxoffice@theplaygroundtheatre.org.uk. The Artistic Director, Peter Tate, can be contacted at info@theplaygroundtheatre.org.uk.
How it’s programmed
The Playground programmes innovative and experimental theatre, with a particular focus on new writing, development work and the incubation of new projects. It welcomes emerging and established artists, including international practitioners, and presents work across different theatrical styles and disciplines. The theatre also produces work in-house, curates its own shows and offers space for visiting companies, rehearsals, workshops and creative development.
Accessibility
The entire venue is on ground-floor level with step-free access, apart from a small 3cm lip at the entrance. There are 8 spaces for wheelchair or scooter users, an accessible toilet, and access dogs are welcome.
Capacity
The theatre has a maximum audience capacity of approximately 120 people, with flexible configurations including thrust, end-on and in-the-round.
The Print Coronet
The Print Coronet
103 Notting Hill Gate, London, W11 3LB. The Print Room is the studio space within The Coronet Theatre.
The Print Room was an independent theatre company founded in 2010 and moved into the historic Coronet Theatre building in 2014. The company is now known as The Coronet Theatre, an international arts venue in a restored Grade II listed building in Notting Hill. The Print Room name is retained for its smaller studio space.
✉️ hello@thecoronettheatre.com.
How it’s programmed
The Print Room Studio is a flexible space used for rehearsals, poetry, music, readings, exhibitions, screenings and workshops. The wider Coronet Theatre programmes multidisciplinary international and UK work, including theatre, dance, film, music, poetry and visual art, with a mix of new productions, commissions and visiting artists. It has a particular emphasis on international work, new talent and UK and world premieres.
Accessibility
The Print Room Studio is accessed via six steps down from street level, with a stairlift available at the rear of the building. An accessible toilet is located within the studio. The venue offers concessionary tickets and a free essential companion ticket for visitors with access requirements.
Capacity
The Print Room Studio has a maximum capacity of 80 people.
Theatre Royal Stratford East
Theatre Royal Stratford East
Theatre Royal Stratford East, Gerry Raffles Square, Stratford, London, E15 1BN.
Founded in 1884, Theatre Royal Stratford East is a historic theatre in the heart of East London with a strong reputation for socially engaged, innovative and culturally diverse theatre. It has played an important role in developing new talent and creating work that reflects the local community and contemporary society. The theatre aims to make high-quality theatre affordable and accessible to everyone.
✉️ theatreroyal@stratfordeast.com for general enquiries, or tickets@stratfordeast.com for the Box Office.
How it’s programmed
Stratford East programmes a mix of new writing, contemporary drama, musicals, classics, comedy and family theatre, with a particular emphasis on bold, culturally diverse and socially relevant work. It develops and produces its own shows as well as working with visiting artists and companies. The theatre also has a strong learning and participation programme, supporting young people and the local community through workshops and creative projects.
Accessibility
The main entrance has step-free access, with six wheelchair spaces in the stalls, accessible toilets and a hearing assistance system. Assistance dogs are welcome. The theatre also offers captioned, BSL-interpreted, audio-described and relaxed performances, as well as free companion tickets for eligible visitors.
Capacity
The main auditorium has a capacity of approximately 469 people, across the stalls, dress circle and upper circle.
The Space Theatre
The Space Theatre
269 Westferry Rd, London E14 3RS
The Space is an award-winning arts and community centre located on the Isle of Dogs in East London. Housed in a beautifully converted 19th-century Grade II listed church, The Space is known for its intimate atmosphere and commitment to new writing, emerging companies, and artist development.
✉️ info@space.org.uk
How it’s programmed
This venue hosts a wide variety of work from visiting companies, including theatre, dance, and musicals, with a focus on supporting emerging artists.
Accessibility
Is fully accessible with an access lift to the first-floor café bar and level access to the auditorium.
The Yard Theatre
The Yard Theatre
Queen’s Yard, Hackney Wick, London, E9 5EN.
Founded in 2011 by Artistic Director Jay Miller, The Yard began as a converted warehouse in Hackney Wick built with the help of volunteers. It has grown into an award-winning producing theatre known for ambitious, experimental and contemporary performance, while remaining strongly connected to East London and supporting the next generation of artists.
✉️ hello@theyardtheatre.co.uk.
How it’s programmed
The Yard programmes bold and experimental theatre alongside cabaret, dance, drag and other live performance. It commissions and develops new work, supporting both debut writers and established artists to take creative risks. Its programme also includes classical theatre reimagined for contemporary audiences, nightlife and work by young artists through its Yard Young Artists programme.
Accessibility
The new Yard has a 220-seat curved auditorium.
Theatre Peckham
Theatre Peckham
221 Havil Street, London, SE5 7SB.
Theatre Peckham is a multi-award-winning charity and performing arts venue rooted in the diverse community of south-east London. Founded in 1986, it champions artistic excellence and social change, with a particular focus on giving young people opportunities to participate in, lead and develop careers in the performing arts.
✉️ admin@theatrepeckham.co.uk.
How it’s programmed
Theatre Peckham programmes a diverse range of productions that reflect the experiences and voices of its community, including new work, original performances and innovative adaptations. It actively supports emerging and established artists, with particular programmes for young Black creatives and other underrepresented voices. The venue curates and produces work in-house, while also accepting visiting productions and dry-hire. It also manages the 150-seat Canada Water Theatre.
Accessibility
The foyer, main theatre and downstairs studio have step-free access. Accessible toilets are available on the ground and first floors, and assisted listening loops are available. Companion access seats can be arranged through the Box Office.
Theatre503
Theatre503
The Latchmere, 503 Battersea Park Road, London SW11 3BW
Theatre503 is a leading new writing venue presenting world premieres and debut plays by early-career writers. Located above The Latchmere pub, it champions bold contemporary voices and inclusive programming.
Theatro Technis
Theatro Technis
26 Crowndale Road, Camden, London, NW1 1TT.
Founded in 1957 by George Eugeniou, Theatro Technis is an independent theatre and multi-arts venue with a long history of supporting culturally diverse and international artists. It was originally established to serve London's working-class and migrant communities and has continued to operate as a community-focused, independent venue. It is now led by Creative Director Kerry Kyriacos Michael MBE.
✉️info@theatrotechnis.com. Programming and hire enquiries can be sent to hiring@theatrotechnis.com.
How it’s programmed
Theatro Technis programmes independent, diverse and innovative theatre and performance, including new writing, classical work, international theatre, live music, dance and festivals. It supports emerging artists and culturally diverse voices, and has hosted festivals including Camden Fringe and Shubbak. The venue also works with resident and partner organisations and provides space for rehearsals, workshops and creative development.
Accessibility
Theatro Technis is fully wheelchair accessible, with step-free access throughout the venue. Access enquiries can be directed to access@theatrotechnis.com.
Capacity
120 Seats
Tramshed
Tramshed
41 Woolwich New Road, London SE18 6ET
Tramshed is an inclusive community arts venue and creative hub in Woolwich, supporting young people, emerging artists and diverse voices through theatre, music and cultural events.
Troubador Wembley Park Theatre
Troubador Wembley Park Theatre
3 Fulton Road, Wembley Park, Wembley, HA9 0SP. The venue is also commonly referred to as Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre.
Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre is a large, modern theatre located in the former Fountain Studios, historically known for television productions including The X Factor and Pop Idol. It opened as part of the wider redevelopment of Wembley Park and has become a major entertainment venue in North-West London.
✉️ access@kxtickets.com for accessibility enquiries.
How it’s programmed
The theatre programmes large-scale commercial productions, musicals, family shows and touring entertainment. It works with both established and emerging production companies and artists, using its flexible auditorium to accommodate large productions. Recent programming includes major musicals and family productions, rather than the small-scale experimental work typically associated with London’s fringe theatres.
Accessibility
The theatre has level access from the street into the foyer and to the ground-level section of the auditorium. There are accessible toilets, wheelchair spaces and an access membership scheme with companion ticket options. Many productions offer BSL, captioned, audio-described and relaxed performances.
Capacity
1200
Underbelly Boulevard
Underbelly Boulevard
6 Walker’s Court, Soho, London W1F 0BT
Underbelly Boulevard is Underbelly’s first permanent London venue, reinvented on the historic site of the old Boulevard Theatre in Soho. It combines a vibrant performance space with a bar and restaurant, showcasing an eclectic programme of theatre, comedy, magic, burlesque and live variety shows.
Unicorn Theatre
Unicorn Theatre
147 Tooley Street, London, SE1 2HZ.
The Unicorn Theatre is a leading London theatre dedicated to creating ambitious, imaginative and accessible theatre for children and young people. It is a registered charity based at Tooley Street, near London Bridge, and has a long-standing commitment to giving young audiences meaningful experiences of live performance.
✉️ stagedoor@unicorntheatre.com.
How it’s programmed
The Unicorn programmes theatre specifically for children and young people from around 6 months to 13 years, with productions ranging from new writing and adaptations to imaginative, experimental and multidisciplinary work. Its artistic team develops and commissions new work, while also presenting work by visiting artists and companies. The theatre also has a strong schools, participation and artist-development programme. Its artistic team currently receives a large number of scripts and pitches and is fully programmed through 2027, with its submission process currently under review.
Accessibility
The venue is wheelchair accessible throughout, with lift access to all levels, accessible toilets and hearing loops. Assistance dogs are welcome, and the theatre offers captioned, BSL-interpreted, audio-described and sensory-adapted performances.
Capacity
The Weston Theatre seats 250 people, while the Clore Theatre is a flexible studio space seating between 70 and 100 people.
Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Upstairs at the Gatehouse
1 North Rd, London N6 4BD
Upstairs at the Gatehouse is an award-winning, independent Off West End theatre in Highgate Village, North London, known as London's "top theatre" due to its altitude. Established in 1997, it has earned a reputation as one of London's most reliable fringe musical theatre venues.
✉️ gatehouse@chromolume.co.uk
How it’s programmed
With both in-house productions and a varied program of musicals, plays, and seasonal shows from touring companies, it operates a longer run schedule than many other fringe venues.
Accessibility
Does not have step-free access, with the theatre located up 17 steps.
Capacity
• Thrust configuration – 122 seats
• L‑Shaped configuration – 107 seats
• Cabaret – 142 seats
• Traverse – 124–130 seats (variable)
Vaudeville Theatre
Vaudeville Theatre
404 Strand, London, WC2R 0NH.
The Vaudeville Theatre is a Grade II listed West End theatre on the Strand, originally opened in 1870. The current building dates from 1926 and retains elements of its earlier history. It is now owned and managed by Nimax Theatres and has hosted major productions throughout its long history.
✉️ boxoffice@nimaxtheatres.com.
How it’s programmed
The Vaudeville is primarily a commercial West End venue, programming major plays, musicals, comedy and entertainment productions. Its programme includes long-running and transferring West End shows as well as visiting productions, rather than the emerging-artist and experimental work more commonly associated with London's fringe theatres.
Accessibility
The theatre has two wheelchair spaces in the Stalls, accessible via a platform stair climber. There is an assisted hearing system and guide and hearing dogs are welcome. Accessible toilet facilities are available by arrangement with neighbouring venues.
Capacity
The theatre has approximately 690 seats across three levels.
Watford Palace Theatre
Watford Palace Theatre
20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ.
Watford Palace Theatre is a Grade II listed Edwardian theatre, originally opened in 1908 and refurbished in 2004. It is a registered charity and acts as a major creative and cultural hub for Watford and Hertfordshire, combining theatre production, artist development, community engagement and live performance.
✉️ enquiries@watfordpalacetheatre.co.uk.
How it’s programmed
Watford Palace Theatre produces, commissions, co-produces and presents a broad programme including new writing, drama, dance, family theatre, musicals, comedy and work for young people. It supports both established and emerging artists and companies, with a particular emphasis on developing new work through research and development programmes such as AGITATE!. The theatre also has a strong community and participation programme, including work with young people and local communities.
Accessibility
The theatre is accessible to wheelchair users, with lift access to all floors, accessible toilets and dedicated wheelchair spaces. There is also an infrared sound amplification system, and guide and hearing dogs are welcome.
Capacity
The main auditorium seats approximately 600–607 people.
White Bear Theatre
White Bear Theatre
138 Kennington Park Rd, London SE11 4DJ
The White Bear Theatre is an award-winning, intimate fringe theatre founded in 1988, located above the White Bear pub in Kennington, London, UK. It is a renowned venue dedicated to new writing and the revival of "lost classics," and has served as a significant development platform for numerous established theatre talents.
✉️ info@whitebeartheatre.co.uk
How it’s programmed
The White Bear is programmed with a focus on new writing, revivals, and short-run productions from visiting companies.
Accessibility
The pub has a wheelchair-accessible entrance, but the theatre is located upstairs via a flight of stairs.
Capacity
50 Seats
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