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Theatre

Traverse Theatre

Edinburgh, Scotland — EH1 2ED

250

Max Capacity

FROM

£1500

Per Day

4.7

33 reviews

Room Layouts

About This Venue

The Traverse Theatre stands as Scotland's leading contemporary theatre, renowned for its commitment to new writing and innovative drama. Located in the cultural heart of Edinburgh, the venue features two intimate performance spaces - the main Traverse 1 seating up to 250 and the studio Traverse 2 accommodating 100 guests. The theatre has been a cornerstone of Edinburgh's cultural scene since 1963 and serves as a key venue during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. With state-of-the-art technical facilities, flexible staging options, and a vibrant bar and café space, the Traverse offers exceptional venues for corporate events, product launches, and private functions alongside its acclaimed theatrical programming.

Room Capacities

theatre

250

boardroom

classroom

u shape

cabaret

reception

300

dining

banquet

Pricing

Day rates from £1500

Theatre hire rates vary by space and timing. Bar and café space available for private events. Corporate packages available including technical support and catering.

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi

AV equipment

Flexible staging

Bar and café

Air conditioning

Technical support

Accessible venue

City centre location

AV & Technical

Professional Theatre Lighting

Sound System

Microphones

Projectors

AV Support

Wi-Fi

Ideal For

Theatre ProductionsCorporate EventsProduct LaunchesAward CeremoniesConferencesPrivate Functions

Location & Access

Cambridge Street, Edinburgh EH1 2ED

Edinburgh Waverley Station 0.3 miles; Lothian Buses routes along Princes Street; Edinburgh Airport 8 miles with direct bus connections; Haymarket Station 0.4 miles

Castle Terrace Car Park 2 minutes walk; Cambridge Street metered parking; multiple NCP car parks within 5 minutes walk

Wheelchair accessible