Old Vic Theatre
The Old Vic Theatre has featured superb performances for nearly 200 years
The Old Vic Theatre was first established in 1818 at which time it was called the Royal Coburg Theatre. In 1880 it changed ownership and became the Royal Victoria Hall. Beginning in 1914 the theatre began running a series of Shakespeare plays. Heavily damaged by the air raids of 1940, the theatre was re-opened in 1950.
The Old Vic Theatre Company was established in 1929. In 1963 the company was dissolved and replaced by the National Theatre Company which played at the Old Vic until opening their own theatre across the river in 1976. The Old Vic continued to host both classic and new dramas. In 1985 it benefited from a substantial restoration. In the year 2000 the building was purchased by a charitable trust.
Well known American actor Kevin Spacey has been the artistic director of the new Old Vic Theatre Company since 2003, bringing new life and a mixture of British and American talent to the stage. He personally appears in one or two shows each year.
The Old Vic can accommodate an audience of a little over 1000 guests. For more information about the Old Vic Theatre as well as shows and schedules visit their official website link below.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: YesOld Vic Theatre Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 3:00 – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Thursday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Friday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Saturday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Sunday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
Address: 103 The Cut, London SE1 8NB, UK
Phone: 0344 871 7628
Official Website: Old Vic Theatre
Old Vic Theatre Reviews
Rated out of 5
Seat comfort is OK in the first row of the Baylis Circle. They are noted as a restricted view due to the safely pole in front but it’s not that imposing at all, and worth it for the 50% discounted tickets. Baylis Circle is on the third floor and has its own Bar. I was seated middle right and overall I’d choose that seat again. Old Vic Theatre very easy to get to as Waterloo Station is around the corner and Waterloo East Southeastern station is easily connected.
Christianah - 3 months ago
Lovely old theatre with some great productions and tremendous history. Saw Stoppard’s Arcadia. Brilliant production. In the round. Huge seating area behind the traditional stage area. Made for a very large audience. However bars were not overcrowded and most importantly, all got served!!
Nicholas Green - 4 months ago
Fantastic! Went as a kid here to see Pygmalion with Michelle Dockery and so glad I was able to go back a few weeks ago to see One Flew Over the Cuckoos Nest with Aaron Pierre and Olivia Williams. The space is fantastic and the performance(s) were incredible! Truly a gem!
David Handler - 3 months ago
First visit to the Old Vic and we thoroughly enjoyed it. Great view of the stage from our seats and good sound quality too. Easy to get to the bar and plenty of water jugs/glasses available for those that would rather just rehydrate. Toilets easily accessible and no real queues considering the show was a sell out. Would definitely recommend and we will be back.
karen Dunnill - 10 months ago
Directions
| Tube Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Northern and Jubilee and Bakerloo Lines | Waterloo | 5 Minutes |
How to get to Old Vic Theatre by Tube
From Waterloo Station exit onto Waterloo Road and go to your right (south). The Old Vic Theatre is a short walk ahead on the southeast corner of Waterloo Road and The Cut.
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Entrance to the Old Vic Theatre cc licensed photo by Mike Goren -
Balconies inside the Old Vic Theatre cc licensed photo by Rob Brewer -
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