The Old Vic Theatre London | Theatres in London

Venue Information

Old Vic

Address: Waterloo Road, London, SE1 8NB, United Kingdom
Nearest underground or train station: Waterloo (Jubilee line, Northern line, Bakerloo line)
Nearest buses: 1, 68, 168, 171, 172, 176, 188, 501

Old Vic Directions

What's on at the Old Vic?

Martin Guerre

Booking to: 31 October 2026

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Coming soon to the Old Vic

A Christmas Carol

12 November 2026 - 9 January 2027

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's on at the Old Vic?

Martin Guerre is a current production at the Old Vic. The latest booking period for Martin Guerre at the Old Vic started 2 October 2026 and runs until 31 October 2026. Tickets for Martin Guerre start at £30.5 and are available to book now

How do I get to the Old Vic?

Public transport is recommended to travel to the Old Vic. The nearest underground or train stations are Waterloo (Jubilee line, Northern line, Bakerloo line). If arriving by bus, then the nearest bus lines are 1, 68, 168, 171, 172, 176, 188, 501. For directions to the Old Vic see our Google Maps directions or Apple Maps directions

Is there a dress code at the Old Vic?

There is no specific dress code at the Old Vic, with most people just wearing their everyday clothes.

Does the Old Vic have air conditioning or air cooling?

Yes, the Old Vic has an Air Conditioning system.

What is the Accessibility at the Old Vic?

Old Vic accessibility information

Access phone number: 0344 871 7628

Access email address: [email protected]

Accessible toilets situated: Stalls

Number of Wheelchair spaces: Stalls x1, Transfer x2

Sound amplification: Sennheiser Infrared

Access from street to foyer: Stairs & ramp

Access from theatre foyer to seats (number = stairs): 3 to Foyer, 2 to Stalls, 29 to Dress Circle, 49 to Upper Circle

Level access: Via ramp, to Stalls

Stair lift, lift or ramp available: Ramp

How many seats are in the Old Vic?

The Old Vic has 1067 seats.

Is the Old Vic a member of the Society of London Theatre?

Yes, the Old Vic is a full member of SOLT, and productions at the venue are eligible for the main categories of the Olivier Awards.

Old Vic Facts

What date did the Old Vic open?

11 May 1818

Who designed the Old Vic?

Rudolph Cabanel

What was the first production at the Old Vic?

Midnight Revalry, Alzora and Nerine and Trial by Battle or Heaven Defend the Right

Other Old Vic facts

Originally opened as the Royal Coburg Theatre; 1 July 1833 renamed the Royal Victoria Theatre; renamed the New Victoria Palace in 1871; on 27 December 1880 renamed as The Royal Victoria Hall And Coffee Tavern; Lilian Baylis officially adopts the name of the theatre's local nickname, the Old Vic, in 1925/1926; the theatre was bombed in 1941 and closed until<span style="color: #252525;"> 14 November 1950; in 1962 Laurence Olivier appointed first director of the National Theatre and the Old Vic governors agree to offer the theatre as its temporary home.</span>