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The Calder Theatre Bookshop

Event Venue

#4 of 1122 Rehearsal Studio venues in London
#5 of 1117 Rehearsal Room venues in London
  163 reviews  – 
51 The Cut, London, SE1 8LF –
Southwark Station (0.1 mi)
From £22
hire fee
Up to 10
seats
Up to 10
standing
Venue doesn’t offer catering
Parking not available
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Venue overview

Charming independent bookshop and theatre on London's The Cut, specializing in theatre literature and philosophy. Great for creative workshops or intimate gatherings in a unique cultural setting.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at The Calder Theatre Bookshop

The Basement at The Calder Theatre Bookshop

The Basement
Meeting Room
·
Private space
10 seats
10 standing
Book 2 hr. minimum
The space is a 32 square metre or 350 square feet room. It's quiet and private with an excellent upright piano (£1 extra per hour), a long mirror on one wall, lots of light (all artificial), wifi and many chairs and tables. NB there is no natural light and the ceiling is low, 7ft, so it has its limitations.
Wi-Fi available
from £22 hire fee
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Theatre at The Calder Theatre Bookshop

Theatre
Theatre
·
Private space
10 seats
Book 2 hr. minimum
Great for acting workshops, The Calder Theatre Bookshop’s Theatre is a popular stage rehearsal spot. Tagvenue’s acting enthusiasts have called it “a gem of a space” which is “priced very reasonably.” This is a room with a 15 square metre stage and 24 seats once belonging to the Palladium. NB This space is only ever rented out for rehearsals and c...
Wi-Fi available
from £22 hire fee
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

4.8
1 new review from verified user within the last 6 months
87 recent guests highly rated location and service quality
Amenities
4.6
Cleanliness
4.7
Location
5.0
Service quality
4.9
Value for money
4.9
Communication
5.0

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

AP
Anastasya P.
Verified review
Rehearsal Studio · 4 guests · July 2026 · Theatre

Amazing placed owned by Cat!

5.0
BF
Belinda F.
Verified review
Rehearsal Studio · 4 guests · February 2026 · The Basement

Everything ran smoothly. Thank you

4.8
AS
Alfie S.
Verified review
Filming Location · 6 guests · November 2025 · Theatre

The entire experience was exactly what I was looking for to capture the shots needed

5.0
KR
Kiel R.
Verified review
Rehearsal Studio · 3 guests · August 2025 · The Basement

Perfect space , great price , great facilities

5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
11:00 – 21:00
from £22 hire fee per hour
Theatre
11:00 – 21:00
from £22 hire fee per hour
The Basement
11:00 – 21:00
from £22 hire fee per hour
Tuesday
11:00 – 21:00
from £22 hire fee per hour
Theatre
11:00 – 21:00
from £22 hire fee per hour
The Basement
11:00 – 21:00
from £22 hire fee per hour
Wednesday
11:00 – 21:00
from £22 hire fee per hour
Theatre
11:00 – 21:00
from £22 hire fee per hour
The Basement
11:00 – 21:00
from £22 hire fee per hour
Thursday
11:00 – 21:00
from £22 hire fee per hour
Theatre
11:00 – 21:00
from £22 hire fee per hour
The Basement
11:00 – 21:00
from £22 hire fee per hour
Friday
11:00 – 21:00
from £22 hire fee per hour
Theatre
11:00 – 21:00
from £22 hire fee per hour
The Basement
11:00 – 21:00
from £22 hire fee per hour
Saturday
11:00 – 21:00
from £22 hire fee per hour
Theatre
11:00 – 21:00
from £22 hire fee per hour
The Basement
11:00 – 21:00
from £22 hire fee per hour
Sunday
13:00 – 18:00
from £22 hire fee per hour
Theatre
13:00 – 18:00
from £22 hire fee per hour
The Basement
13:00 – 18:00
from £22 hire fee per hour

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 10
standing
Up to 10
seats
Unavailable: In-house catering
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Parking available
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: Alcohol provided
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About The Calder Theatre Bookshop

The Calder Theatre Bookshop is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

The Calder Theatre Bookshop is an independent bookshop that includes a small in-house theatre and specialises in plays and theatre‑related titles.

Venue highlights: The shop interior features narrow, library‑style trolley shelving and a mix of new and second‑hand stock that provides a characterful backdrop for private hires such as readings or displays. On-site staff provide basic support for hires and the compact layout creates an intimate setting for small gatherings.

Best for: Book launches and author readings, theatre‑focused talks and panels, intimate literary workshops.

Location: The Cut is a short street that hosts a cluster of theatres and performing‑arts venues, offering a relevant local audience and after‑show options for guests.

What guests say: The bookstock is strong on plays and theatre literature and includes a visible bargain and second‑hand section. The small theatre at the rear is regularly used for rehearsals and small performances.

FAQ

The venue comprises a bookshop, a small theatre and a basement rehearsal studio.

Yes, a table can be provided.

Cancellations 30 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 30 days to 7 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 7 days are non-refundable.

The Calder Theatre Bookshop does not offer catering.

The Calder Theatre Bookshop does not offer parking facilities.

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at The Calder Theatre Bookshop:

  • The Basement hosting 3 guests: £44
  • Theatre hosting 6 guests: £110

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

The Calder Theatre Bookshop is located at 51 The Cut, in South Bank, London. The nearest metro station is Southwark Station.

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