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Top Performance Venues in London
Want to put on a show of your own in London? Whether you’re a dancer or actor looking for a theatre space, or you’re a singer or musician in need of a live music venue, #tagvenue has got you covered. Our curated collection of top-tier performance venues, perfect for castings, classes, rehearsals, filming, dance performances, or live concerts, offers tailored pricing (by hour, day, or session), ample capacity, excellent acoustics, advanced A/V facilities with tuned pianos, prime locations with public transport and parking, professional lighting alongside natural light options, and amenities like air conditioning and catering facilities to ensure your event shines. Find the best performance space with us today.
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![Full Space incl. Practise Room at Gaspard Music Academy in Twickenham, London]()
from £50
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityFull Space incl. Practise Room
20 guestsGaspard Music AcademyRichmond StationTwickenham, London
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JJustyna Z.
“An elegant, well-kept space perfect for an intimate performance.” -
![Entire Venue at Network Theatre in Waterloo, London]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
72 guestsNetwork TheatreWaterloo StationWaterloo, LondonMMarianne B.
“Spacious stage, big back stage room to get ready, communication easy.” -
![Lounge Studio at artsHouse in Camden, London]()
from £26
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityLounge Studio
20 guestsartsHouseCamden Town StationCamden, London
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AAlex H.
“Excellent venue! Room was perfect for our needs. Staff were responsive and helpful. No complaints at all!” -
![The Buffini Chao Deck at The National Theatre in Waterloo, London]()
from £6600
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Buffini Chao Deck
200 guestsThe National TheatreWaterloo StationWaterloo, LondonOOlivia F.
“The venue was above and beyond what we were expecting and the decorations were fantastic!” -
![The Shaw Theatre - Auditorium at The Shaw Theatre in St Pancras, London]()
from £4500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Shaw Theatre - Auditorium
446 guestsThe Shaw TheatreEuston StationSt Pancras, LondonIt is a versatile space suited to all types of performance ranging from classical ballet through to concerts, stand-up comedy, drama and musicals. It’s also a fantastic venue for photo shoots, filming, rehearsed readings, -
![The Sugar House at Sugar House Island - Create Destroy Studios in Newham, London]()
from £16
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Sugar House
60 guestsSugar House Island - Create Destroy StudiosBromley-By-Bow StationNewham, London
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CCamille V.
“Great space, wonderful lighting, super clean and airy and a brilliant location (along with a great speaker).” -
![EartH Theatre at EartH (Evolutionary Arts Hackney) in Dalston, London]()
from £5000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityEartH Theatre
700 guestsEartH (Evolutionary Arts Hackney)Dalston Kingsland StationDalston, LondonSuperb sightlines and acoustics along with advanced lighing and sound, make this space perfect for conferences, talks, launches, and performances. After events, guests can move to EartH Hall for receptions or enjoy post-event -
![Auditorium at Underbelly Boulevard in Soho, London]()
from £1440
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityAuditorium
250 guestsUnderbelly BoulevardPiccadilly Circus StationSoho, LondonWhether you're hosting a performance, a presentation, a fashion-show, live music gig or a mixture these and more - the auditorium is designed to meet all of your needs and preferences with the touch of a button. -
![UNIT 3 Studio 1 at UNIT 3 in Stockwell, London]()
from £45
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityUNIT 3 Studio 1
31 guestsUNIT 3Oval StationStockwell, London
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KKaren .
“Fantastic spacious venue. Our guests loved the studio. Really happy with the team. They were really helpful.” -
![Theatre at Union Theatre in Newington, London]()
from £400
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityTheatre
80 guestsUnion TheatreSouthwark StationNewington, LondonKKieran P.
“Could not recommend this venue enough! Great location and you have the whole place to yourself.” -
![Micro Studios - Studio 003 at Cobbold Works - Micro Studios in Harlesden, London]()
from £17
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityMicro Studios - Studio 003
30 guestsCobbold Works - Micro StudiosDollis Hill StationHarlesden, LondonMMirel A.
“The room was exactly what we needed.” -
![Whole Venue at UNIT 3 in Stockwell, London]()
from £1500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityWhole Venue
150 guestsUNIT 3Oval StationStockwell, London
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VVincia
“Staff at the venue both prior to and during my event proved sufficiently helpful and accommodating.”
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FAQs about Top Performance Venues in London
In London, prices of performance venues average £50 hire fee per hour. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in London, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £34 | to £100 | hire fee per hour |
| From £465 | to £4500 | hire fee per day |
| From £1500 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2025), the best options include:
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Full Space incl. Practise Room at Gaspard Music Academy in Twickenham - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘An elegant, well-kept space perfect for an intimate performance.’ -
The Shaw Theatre - Auditorium at The Shaw Theatre in St Pancras - rated 4.8/5
Venue said: In the heart of Kings Cross, the 446-seat Shaw Theatre hasplayed host to a wide range of drama, dance, musical theatre and concerts since its opening in 1971. -
Lounge Studio at artsHouse in Camden - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Room was perfect for our needs. Staff were responsive and helpful. No complaints at all!’
Things that you should consider when hiring a performance venue in London are:
- Your budget – venues will price their space according to time you will need it for or how many people will be present. Be sure to select a space that will work best with your budget.
- Its capacity and size – You never want to find yourself wishing you had more space or worrying that there won't be enough people to fill the room. Always double check the room capacity in the venue listing.
- Acoustics – If you are performing as a band or as a solo musician, you want to sound your best. Try and find videos of people playing in the venue or check it out for yourself before you book.
- Equipment – Every venue should have professional sound equipment as standard. People who know how to mix live music are also a must in order to ensure the best possible experience for the performers and the audience.
- Location – Try and find a space that is more centrally located so your guests will have no problem finding suitable public transportation to get to your show.
London is known for having some of the best theatres and performance venues in the world. Soho has plenty of amazing options for more high profile events that require an elegant venue with larger capacities. If you need something a little more lowkey, then look in areas such as Finsbury and Arden Estate for some smaller venues.
Keeping costs down is as simple as finding smaller venues and booking them. Be aware that many venues will charge on a per hour basis, as opposed to a per person basis, which is good for keeping costs low if you are expecting a lot of people. You also don’t have to worry about keeping everyone fed, as most performance venues have snack stands or bars operated by the venue where the guests pay for themselves.
