Edinburgh Playhouse
- Up to 3,059 delegates
- 1 meeting space
7 photosImages not verified
7 photosImages not verified
At a glance
The Edinburgh Playhouse is Scotland's largest theatre with 3,059 seats, renowned for hosting major West End musicals, concerts, comedy shows and touring productions. Located in the heart of Edinburgh's theatre district on Greenside Place, this historic venue opened in 1929 and features stunning Art Deco architecture. The theatre boasts excellent acoustics, modern technical facilities, and accessibility features across three levels - Stalls, Dress Circle, and Upper Circle. With its prime location near Edinburgh's New Town, the venue is easily accessible by public transport and offers a premium entertainment experience for audiences from across Scotland and beyond.
Best suited for
- Theatre Productions
- Concerts
- Corporate Events
- Award Ceremonies
- Product Launches
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Capacity overview
| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Auditorium | 3059 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Pricing & packages
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire estimate.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Venue hire rates available on application for special events and private bookings. Standard ticket prices vary by production.
Request exact pricing →Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Accessible
- Air Conditioning
- Bar Service
- Box Office
- Cloakroom
- Merchandise Shop
- Multiple Levels
- Premium Acoustics
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accessible seating areas
- Hearing loop
- Step-free access to main areas
Location & getting there
18-22 Greenside Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3AA, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
Every score below is computed from verified platform data — never marketing copy.
Edinburgh Playhouse is a verified theatre in Edinburgh, hosting up to 3,059 guests, with day delegate rates from £220. Its genome scores highest for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, sustainability. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue Genome™
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- BedroomsNot listed
- Sustainability✓ Verified
- Accessibility✓ Verified
Venue IQ™
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 4 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
- Oct 2025Live day delegate rates from £220
Structured pricing verified for instant budget matching.
- Oct 2025Quality score 90/100
Top-tier data completeness — capacities, facilities and access verified.
Frequently asked
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 3059 guests - 1915 stalls, 1144 circle seating
What AV equipment is available?
Full professional theatre AV including stage lighting, sound system, and projection facilities
Is catering available?
On-site bars and catering facilities available for events and intervals
Is there parking available?
Limited on-site parking, nearby public car parks available, excellent public transport links
About Edinburgh Playhouse
The Edinburgh Playhouse is Scotland's largest theatre with 3,059 seats, renowned for hosting major West End musicals, concerts, comedy shows and touring productions. Located in the heart of Edinburgh's theatre district on Greenside Place, this historic venue opened in 1929 and features stunning Art Deco architecture. The theatre boasts excellent acoustics, modern technical facilities, and accessibility features across three levels - Stalls, Dress Circle, and Upper Circle. With its prime location near Edinburgh's New Town, the venue is easily accessible by public transport and offers a premium entertainment experience for audiences from across Scotland and beyond.
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