A theatre with tiered bench seating, exposed brick arch, and stage lighting at The Free Association.
A theatre with tiered bench seating, exposed brick archway, and stage lighting at The Free Association.
A theatre with tiered bench seating, central wooden stage, and exposed brick arch at The Free Association.
A theatre with tiered bench seating, exposed brick archway, and overhead stage lighting at The Free Association.

The Theatre at The Free Association

Theatre
·
Private space
Arch 26, Old Union Yard Arches, union street, London, SE1 0lr –
Southwark Station (0.2 mi)
Up to 100
seats
Up to 150
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The Theatre is a black-box theatre in The Free Association, defined by a central open performance floor surrounded by tiered seating that keeps audiences close to the action.

Design: The Theatre uses dark-painted walls and a low, exposed ceiling rig to create a focused, compact performance space. A single exposed brick arch and minimal furnishings provide a restrained, theatrical backdrop.

Features: The Theatre has a professional lighting rig and an in-house PA system with speakers. The Theatre permits own music and a bring‑your‑own‑DJ setup and includes Wi‑Fi, air conditioning, accessible toilets and a step‑free guest entrance.

Ideal for: Small performance companies and creative groups seeking an intimate, audience-focused room for seated shows or participatory workshops.

What guests say: The Theatre is a dedicated improv space that hosts lively shows and delivers an energetic, welcoming performance environment.

Prices

Monday
9:00 – 18:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 18:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 18:00
from £375 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
9:00 – 18:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 18:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 18:00
from £375 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
9:00 – 18:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 18:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 18:00
from £375 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
9:00 – 18:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 18:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 18:00
from £375 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 18:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 18:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 18:00
from £375 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 17:30
from £60 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 17:30
from £60 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 17:30
from £425 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
9:00 – 17:30
from £60 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 17:30
from £60 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 17:30
from £425 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee
Pricing updated by venue 10 months ago
Minimum booking duration: 3 hours

Capacity

Standing
up to 150
Theatre
up to 100

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
No external catering allowed
Approved caterers only
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Flipchart
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Conference call facilities Equipment for video or phone conferencing during your event
Air conditioner
Lighting equipment Professional lighting equipment for photography and filming
Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
Mirrors Full-length mirrors available
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Natural light
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Dance floor
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift
Unavailable: Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
Temporary event notices available
No wedding licence

Host rules

No smoking in the building
Damage to the space will result in extra charge
Additional staff requirements will be charged on to the hirer

!Our venue does not hire out to ticketed events.

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

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Reviews and ratings

(1 review and rating - )

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RC
Richard C.
Verified review
Classroom · 100 guests · June 2026
A great multipurpose creative space. We used it for student workshops and talks. Affordable and central.
5.0

About The Free Association

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