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Top Small Theatres in London
Attention all theatre enthusiasts and event planners! London, the world's theatre capital, invites you to experience its enchanting small theatres. Whether you prefer the West End or Shoreditch, these intimate venues provide the ideal atmosphere for seminars, workshops, and even performances. With our platform’s extensive listings, a seamless booking process, and intelligent search filters, finding the perfect theatre for your event has never been easier. So, get ready to take centre stage, and let the magic of London's small theatre scene inspire your next event!
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![Theatre at The Calder Theatre Bookshop in South Bank, London]()
from £20
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityTheatre
10 guestsThe Calder Theatre BookshopSouthwark StationSouth Bank, London
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MMichael S.
“Perfect for small theatre rehearsal. Priced very reasonably to not compete with more “corporate” venues.” -
![Theatre at The Etcetera Theatre in Camden, London]()
from £30
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityTheatre
42 guestsThe Etcetera TheatreCamden Town StationCamden, London
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EEstilo S.
“Loved it. Fab venue, easy booking. Nice people” -
![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.” -
![The House at Seven Dials Playhouse in West End, London]()
from £990
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe House
96 guestsSeven Dials PlayhouseLeicester Square StationWest End, London
#Supervenue
DDanièle S.
“Really helpful/friendly staff and easy venue to use. Made to feel welcome which was appreciated.” -
![Theatre at Union Theatre in Newington, London]()
from £400
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80 guestsUnion TheatreSouthwark StationNewington, LondonKKieran P.
“Could not recommend this venue enough! Great location and you have the whole place to yourself.” -
![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, LondonAAyobami
“Oh the venue manager was amazing from start of planning to the day of event Charlotte was awesome !!!” -
![The Pen at Seven Dials Playhouse in West End, London]()
from £680
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Pen
50 guestsSeven Dials PlayhouseLeicester Square StationWest End, London
#Supervenue
DDan A.
“Space, and the friendliness of the staff!” -
![Studio A, B and C at Sadler's Wells in Clerkenwell, London]()
from £540
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityStudio A, B and C
50 guestsSadler's WellsAngel StationClerkenwell, LondonAAnne D.
“Studio and equipment excellent. Support team friendly and helpful on site and in booking arrangements.” -
![Ryan Theatre at Harrow School in Harrow, London]()
from £1800
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityRyan Theatre
380 guestsHarrow SchoolHarrow on the Hill StationHarrow, LondonLLarisa A.
“We had our first entertainment event at The Speech Room.” -
![Dance Studio at Union Theatre in Newington, London]()
from £36
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityDance Studio
50 guestsUnion TheatreSouthwark StationNewington, LondonTToby Y.
“Owen the technician was a great help to setup the lights.” -
![Holloway Theatre at Bush Theatre in Shepherds Bush, London]()
from £172
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityHolloway Theatre
220 guestsBush TheatreShepherd's Bush Central StationShepherds Bush, LondonBBecky H.
“We had to change the date of our event and Charlie at the venue made it really easy for us.” -
![Sam Wanamaker Playhouse at Shakespeare's Globe in Southwark, London]()
from £2000
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilitySam Wanamaker Playhouse
340 guestsShakespeare's GlobeMansion House StationSouthwark, LondonJJames D.
“I will absolutely be looking to host again here. The location is fantastic - a true London icon”
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FAQs about Top Small Theatres in London
The cost of small theatres in London averages around £84 hire fee per hour. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in London, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £50 | to £130 | hire fee per hour |
| From £460 | to £2520 | hire fee per day |
| From £1000 | to £3500 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2025), the best options include:
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Theatre at The Etcetera Theatre in Camden - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Fab venue, easy booking. Nice people...’ -
Theatre at Union Theatre in Newington - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Absolutely brilliant venue for my 40th! Sasha and her team were so easy to work with ahead of the party.’ -
Theatre at The Calder Theatre Bookshop in South Bank - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Perfect for small theatre rehearsal.’
Many small theatres in London offer accessibility options, including wheelchair-accessible entrances, ramps, and designated seating areas to accommodate patrons with mobility impairments. Some small theatres also offer assistive listening devices to enhance the audio experience for those with hearing impairments. These devices amplify sound and may include headphones or receivers that connect to the theatre's sound system. Additionally, small theatres often have accessible restroom facilities equipped with grab bars, lower sinks, and other features to accommodate patrons with mobility challenges.
