A theatre with tiered purple seating, black stage curtains, and overhead stage lighting at The Lowry Salford Quays Venue.
A theatre with tiered seating, purple upholstered chairs, and a black curtained stage at The Lowry Salford Quays Venue.
A theatre with tiered purple seating, black stage curtains, and overhead lighting at The Lowry Salford Quays Venue.
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A theatre with tiered seating, spotlights, and exposed ceiling beams at The Lowry Salford Quays Venue.

Studio at The Lowry Salford Quays Venue

Theatre in an Entertainment Centre
·
Private space
8 The Quays, Pier, Manchester, M50 3AZ –
Ordsall
Up to 240
seats
Up to 250
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The Studio is a Theatre in The Lowry Salford Quays Venue and a compact black-box performance space tailored to adaptable staging.

Design: The Studio has a high exposed ceiling and steel trusses, neutral walls and black draped surrounds that create a spare, functional backdrop for performances.

Features: A PA system and overhead lighting rig provide technical support for performances and rehearsals. Flexible raked seating and loose chairs allow multiple staging arrangements; the space also has natural light, Wi‑Fi, air conditioning, wheelchair access, accessible toilets and a step‑free guest entrance.

Ideal for: Independent theatre companies and community arts groups staging seated or standing performances in an adaptable, practical setting.

What guests say: The Studio is intimate with comfortable seating and accessible facilities. The Studio's front-of-house support is courteous and helpful.

Prices

Monday
Closed
Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
11:00 – 0:00
from £2700 hire fee
Per session
11:00 – 0:00
from £2700 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
11:00 – 0:00
from £2700 hire fee
Per session
11:00 – 0:00
from £2700 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
11:00 – 0:00
from £2700 hire fee
Per session
11:00 – 0:00
from £2700 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
11:00 – 0:00
from £2700 hire fee
Per session
11:00 – 0:00
from £2700 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
10:00 – 0:00
from £2700 hire fee
Per session
10:00 – 0:00
from £2700 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
10:00 – 0:00
from £2700 hire fee
Per session
10:00 – 0:00
from £2700 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 250
Theatre
up to 240

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
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
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
Paid parking is available on-site
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Own music not allowed
Bring your own DJ not allowed
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
No wedding licence
No Temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Host rules

No smoking is allowed indoors.

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day with Grace Period

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About The Lowry Salford Quays Venue

The Lowry Salford Quays Venue is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

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Location

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