Live Theatre, Theatre and Grade II listed building in Newcastle upon Tyne, England
Live Theatre encompasses five connected historical buildings on the Quayside, featuring a 170-seat main theatre, studio space, and rehearsal rooms.
The theatre establishment in 1982 transformed a collection of Grade II listed buildings into a performance venue dedicated to contemporary productions.
The venue produces numerous original plays and maintains programs for developing new theatrical talent through workshops and educational initiatives.
The theatre operates Tuesday through Friday from 12 PM to 4 PM, with additional hours during evening performances and includes wheelchair access.
The complex incorporates an outdoor performance space with gardens, complemented by an adjacent pub and wine-bar café for pre-show dining.
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Inception: 1982
Official opening: 1982
Capacity: 170
Address: 27 Broad Chare, Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE1 3DQ, England
Website: http://live.org.uk
GPS coordinates: 54.97001,-1.60501
Latest update: March 25, 2025 19:49
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