The Old Vic is available to hire for a variety of events, including filming, photo shoots, conferences, Sunday concerts and performances.

Recent events include Stravinsky's The Soldier's Tale, with Jeremy Irons and the Philharmonia Orchestra; recordings with a live audience for Radio 4's Just a Minute; concerts with Macy Gray and Damien Rice; pop promos for bands, including The Scissor Sisters; feature films, including De-lovely starring Kevin Kline; audiences with Alastair Campbell and Tony Benn; filming for a video installation by artist Sam Taylor-Wood; The Fabian Society inaugural annual lecture, chaired by Tony Blair; conferences for companies, including Pearson and Eurostar.

The Theatre's rehearsal rooms are used by companies including the Donmar Warehouse, The Young Vic, The Royal Court, the National Theatre and Morley College's drama department.

For more information please contact the General Manager's office on 020 7981 0981 or email hires@oldvictheatre.com

Technical Specifications
Full critical dimensions, details of prompt desk and communications, lighting, sound, get in area, stage and electrics. The attached specifications are a guide only. The auditorium and stage lend themselves to greater flexibility than stated here. Please contact the Technical Manager to discuss your requirements. More information

Rehearsal Rooms
The Old Vic has one Rehearsal Room for hire on a daily or weekly basis. Please contact the Theatre Administrator to discuss your requirements. More information

Auditorium & Front of House
The auditorium has a classic Victorian interior, including proscenium arch stage, horseshoe- shaped seating tiers and triple tier boxes. The spacious front-of-house foyer and bars, with their large picture windows, are linked by a central staircase. More information

Dressing Rooms & Backstage
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