OFF West End
Inner London
About The Venue
The Old Vic, originally opening in 1818 as the Royal Coburg Theatre, is a historic London institution renowned for its diverse programming, from Shakespeare to contemporary plays, under the enduring vision of Lilian Baylis. A Grade II* listed building, it boasts a grand Victorian interior and a proscenium arch stage, offering an intimate yet majestic theatrical experience. It continues to be a significant cultural landmark in London.
Seating
Toilets
Foyer: Cubicles, Urinals, Accessible, Baby Change. Penny Bar (basement): Cubicles, Urinals, Accessible, Gender-neutral, Baby Change. Baylis Circle (3rd floor): Cubicles, Urinals, Accessible, Baby Change. Backstage Cafe & Bar (basement & 1st floor): Gender-neutral, Accessible.
Bars
Foyer Bar; Penny Bar and Cafe (basement); Dress Circle Bar; Lillian Baylis Circle Bar; Backstage Cafe & Bar (next door, 131 Waterloo Road).
Cloakroom
Main foyer; £1 per item; small bags only, no large bags/suitcases/bikes.
Box Office
Mon-Fri: 10am-5:30pm; Performance days (incl. Sat): 10am until show start.
Stage Door
Webber Street, behind The Old Vic Theatre. Address: 28-30 Webber St, London SE1 8QA.
Location
Open in MapsThe Old Vic, The Cut, London, SE1 8NB
Directions
The Old Vic is located near Waterloo Station. From Waterloo Station, exit onto Waterloo Road and turn left. Walk straight down Waterloo Road, then turn right onto The Cut. The theatre will be on your left. Alternatively, from Southwark Tube Station (Jubilee Line), exit onto Blackfriars Road, turn left and walk south until you reach The Cut, then turn right. The theatre is a short walk from both stations. Lambeth North (Bakerloo Line) is also within walking distance.
