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About The Big Black One at The Vaults
The Big Black One at The Vaults is a distinctive venue in the heart of London, renowned for immersive theatre and experimental performances. Located near Waterloo, the Vaults stretches across nine arches with spaces that adapt to bold, site-specific productions. Whether you’re catching an intimate piece in a seated setting or exploring a larger immersive experience, this venue delivers a one-of-a-kind night out.
Key access points include the main entrance on Leake Street (SE1 7NN), the dedicated theatre entrance on Launcelot Street (SE1 7AD), and the Studio at 139 Lower Marsh (SE1 7AE). The Vaults offers flexible configurations across its spaces to suit a wide range of performances, with seating for up to 120 in a raked, seated arrangement, or up to 150 for more expansive staging. The Big Black One specifically brings a dynamic, interactive theatre experience within this celebrated venue's historic arches.
Getting there is easy from central London. If you’re driving, there is nearby parking at Upper Marsh (SE1 7ER). For public transit, Waterloo Station is within convenient reach, and Leake Street’s famous Banksy Tunnel entrance provides an iconic pedestrian route to the venue. The Vaults is well-connected to bus routes and local amenities, making it a practical spot for a night out filled with cutting-edge performances.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- The Big Black One capacity: up to 599 standing.
- The Vaults Theatre capacity: 120 seated (raked) or 150 max.
- Main entrance: Leake Street, SE1 7NN; Theatre entrance: Launcelot Street, SE1 7AD; Studio: 139 Lower Marsh, SE1 7AE.
- Parking nearby: Upper Marsh, SE1 7ER.
- Transit: Waterloo Station nearby; Leake Street entrance (Banksy Tunnel) is a public tunnel access.
- The Vaults comprises nine arches and multiple spaces; often used for immersive theatre and alternative arts.