Edinburgh Playhouse
Edinburgh Playhouse has 1 meeting/event space for up to 3,059 delegates (theatre), largest: Main Auditorium (3,059).
- Up to 3,059 delegates
- 1 meeting space
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3 photosCapacity overview
1 space · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Auditorium | 3059 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2400 |
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
Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
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 rating below is computed from verified platform data — never marketing copy.
Edinburgh Playhouse is a verified theatre in Edinburgh, hosting up to 3,059 guests. Its profile rates most strongly 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 profile ratings
- 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 2025Quality score 90/100
Top-tier data completeness — capacities, facilities and access verified.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does Edinburgh Playhouse have?
Edinburgh Playhouse has 1 meeting and event space in Edinburgh, seating up to 3,059 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of Edinburgh Playhouse's largest event space?
The largest event space at Edinburgh Playhouse is Main Auditorium, with a maximum capacity of 3,059 guests.
What conference facilities does Edinburgh Playhouse offer?
Edinburgh Playhouse offers Accessible, Air Conditioning, Bar Service, Box Office, Professional stage lighting, Sound system, Projectors across its 1 meeting and event space.
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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