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Set in the heart of Edinburgh’s Southside at 13-29 Nicolson St, EH8 9FT, Edinburgh Festival Theatre blends Victorian grandeur with a striking glass-fronted foyer. Opened in 1892 as the Empire Palace Theatre and redeveloped in 1994, it features one of the largest stages in Scotland and an auditorium of about 1,900 seats, making it a flagship home for the Edinburgh International Festival.
The programme spans West End musicals, opera, Scottish Ballet, international dance, orchestral concerts and major comedy tours, all supported by excellent sightlines and warm acoustics. Fans will find multiple bars, a welcoming foyer and thoughtful accessibility, including step-free routes and dedicated seating. The venue is a short walk from Waverley Station, with frequent buses along Nicolson Street and limited city-centre parking, so public transport is a smart choice. For views, the Stalls deliver immersive detail, while the Dress Circle offers a balanced perspective of large-scale staging.
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From front-row seats near the stage or court to upper-level options that offer a wider view of the action, Vivid Seats can help you find just the right tickets to help you experience it live. To view an interactive Edinburgh Festival Theatre seating chart and seat views, click the individual event at Edinburgh Festival Theatre that you'd like to browse tickets for. Our Edinburgh Festival Theatre seating map will show you the venue setup for your event, along with ticket prices for various sections.
Doors usually open between 60 to 90 minutes before the scheduled start time. For the most accurate information, check before you go.
Yes, Edinburgh Festival Theatre suite or VIP seats may be available depending on the event. Select your event, then use the map and filters to view suites, club, or box listings.
In general, at Edinburgh Festival Theatre or other venues, bag policies regularly change to accommodate new guidelines and protocols. It's best to consult the venue's website for the Edinburgh Festival Theatre bag policy. However, some general guidelines for venue bag policies may be helpful to consider for Edinburgh Festival Theatre
Small, hand-held clutches (4.5" x 6.5") are better options than large purses and are your best bet for an acceptable bag. Clear bags are better than opaque backpacks. Medical bags or kits are usually accepted at venues like Edinburgh Festival Theatre, but may be subject to inspection or X-ray. Items likely not permitted at Edinburgh Festival Theatre include (but are not limited to) camera equipment, laptops, flashlights, drones, strollers, and laser pointers.
Yes, there are several hotels near Edinburgh Festival Theatre to fit every budget and preference. For specific information on hotels, restaurants, and more around Edinburgh Festival Theatre, we recommend checking out the official Edinburgh Festival Theatre website.
Many venues now operate cashless for food, beverage, and merchandise. Most accept major credit and debit cards as well as mobile payments like Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay
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