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Newport Theatre & Arts Centre | Seating, Pa

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About The Riverfront - Newport

Welcome to The Riverfront in Newport, a premier multi‑purpose theatre and arts centre located on Kingsway. With a main auditorium offering around 489–493 seats and a great seats Studio, it hosts a wide range of performances from live theatre to cinema and community events. The Riverfront sits opposite Newport Bus Station and is a short walk from Newport Train Station, making it an accessible venue for locals and visitors alike.

Whether you’re catching a gala, a concert, or an intimate screening, secure your seats with us for a straightforward, no‑fuss ticketing experience. We’ve got you covered for a smooth journey from booking to entry.

Seating details follow the official Newport Live layout: Main Auditorium with stalls and balcony seating, plus a the section you want cinema seating arrangement. Parking is limited on site, with convenient options at nearby Kingsway Centre Car Park and Friars Walk. For day‑of travel, consider dropping off outside the building and using public transport—The Riverfront is directly opposite Newport Bus Station and about a 10‑minute stroll from Newport Train Station.

Popular nearby hotels include Mercure Newport City Centre, Holiday Inn Newport, and Premier Inn, among others listed by City of Newport. For a seamless visit, we highlight affiliate partner hotels and dining options near The Riverfront to help you plan your stay around your event.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location: Kingsway, Newport NP20 1HG, United Kingdom.
  • Venue type: Theatre & Arts Centre (multi-purpose venue).
  • Main auditorium capacity: 489 seats (some sources list 493).
  • Studio capacity: 128 seats.
  • Seating chart: Main Auditorium (stalls + balcony) and Studio cinema seating; seating plan available on Newport Live site.
  • Parking: Limited on-site parking; nearby Kingsway Centre Car Park and Friars Walk; drop-off outside the building.
  • Transit: Opposite Newport Bus Station; about a 10-minute walk from Newport Train Station; well served by public transport.
  • Nearby hotels: Mercure Newport City Centre, Holiday Inn Newport, Premier Inn and others listed by City of Newport.
  • Notable events: Opening gala on 23 October 2004 with Katharine Jenkins and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra; annual Big Splash festival; 20th anniversary coverage in 2024.
  • Renamed/demolished: Not demolished; currently active as The Riverfront/The Riverfront Theatre & Arts Centre.