The capacity of the Old Vic Theatre is 1,067 over 3 levels: Stalls, Dress Circle, and the Lilian Baylis Circle
Frequently Asked Questions
Arcadia is the current production at Old Vic Theatre. The upcoming booking period for Arcadia at Old Vic Theatre starts 21/03/2026 00:00:00 and runs until 21/03/2026 19:00:00. Tickets for Arcadia start at £28 and are available to book now.
A Christmas Carol is the current production at Old Vic Theatre. The latest booking period for A Christmas Carol at Old Vic Theatre started 03/01/2023 19:00:00 and runs until 10/01/2026 19:00:00. Tickets for A Christmas Carol start at £44 and are available to book now.
Mary Page Marlowe is the current production at Old Vic Theatre. The latest booking period for Mary Page Marlowe at Old Vic Theatre started 29/09/2025 19:30:00 and runs until 01/11/2025 19:30:00. Tickets for Mary Page Marlowe start at £38 and are available to book now.
The Old Vic Theatre is easily accessed by public transport. The nearest underground station is Waterloo (Northern/Bakerloo/Jubilee/Waterloo & City Lines). Blackfriars (District and Circle Lines) and Southwark (Jubilee Line) are also nearby. If arriving to the theatre by train, the nearest train station is Waterloo Station. The theatre is also serviced by local bus routes, 1, 168, 171, 172, 176, 188, and 68. IF you are driving to the theatre, the nearest car parks are the National Theatre Car Park and the Union Car Park on Southwark Street.
The Old Vic Theatre in London is renowned for its rich history, Shakespearean productions, iconic acting talent, and its charitable social mission, having been home to legends like Laurence Olivier and Judi Dench, and serving as a cultural cornerstone for opera, dance, and theatre.
Yes, you can pre-order drinks and snacks for the interval at the Old Vic. This can usually be done at the bar before the performance begins. The theatre has multiple bars offering a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, as well as light snacks
Aside from bottled water, outside drinks are not permitted inside the Old Vic. You may only bring in drinks purchased on-site. Drinks bought at the bar may be taken into the auditorium in plastic containers provided by the venue.
It is recommended to arrive at least 30–45 minutes before the show starts. This allows time for security checks, collecting tickets (if needed), visiting the bar or facilities, and finding your seat. The theatre usually opens its doors about 45 minutes before curtain-up.
