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About Royal Shakespeare Theatre
The Royal Shakespeare Theatre (RST) is a Grade II listed main theatre of the Royal Shakespeare Company, located on Waterside in Stratford-upon-Avon. It hosts a diverse season of classic and contemporary productions. Whether you’re planning a night at the theatre, seeking accessible seating, or looking for convenient hotel packages, we’ve got you covered with practical details and trusted partner recommendations.
Secure your seats with ease and explore nearby dining, parking, and transport options to make your visit smooth from start to finish.
The RST sits at the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon, a short walk from the town’s railway station and well-served by late-night transit options. The venue’s seating chart includes accessibility features. Nearby parking options include blue badge bays on Waterside with accessible parking on Waterside and Chapel Lane, plus a coach drop-off point outside the theatre. EV charging points are available nearby for electric vehicles. For stay-and-see experiences, explore Arden Hotel directly opposite on Waterside, along with curated theatre packages via affiliate partners.
Notable moments include the Royal Shakespeare Theatre’s role in shaping modern theatre and the company’s prolific productions. When you book, you’ll find a straightforward process to secure the best available price tickets and easy access to great seats and the section you want information for your chosen date.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: 1,018-seat Royal Shakespeare Theatre main auditorium.
- Address: Waterside, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire CV37 6BB.
- Venue type: Main theatre of the Royal Shakespeare Company; Grade II listed.
- Seating chart: Seating plans for the Royal Shakespeare Theatre are available; accessibility and front-row seats for partially sighted/hard of hearing readers are provided.
- Parking: Multiple car parks nearby; on Waterside there are blue badge bays; accessible parking on Waterside and Chapel Lane; drop-off point for coaches outside the theatre; EV charging points nearby.
- Transit: The theatre is within a short walk of Stratford-upon-Avon railway station; late-night buses and trains have been coordinated to improve post-show travel.
- Nearby hotels: The Arden Hotel sits directly opposite the RST on Waterside; partnership offers theatre packages.
- Notable events: The Christmas Truce opened at the RST in December 2014; the Complete Works festival ran across Stratford-upon-Avon from 2006–2007.