New Theatre

The New Theatre is an Edwardian-style theatre building located in central Cardiff with a three-level auditorium that provides unobstructed sightlines to the stage. The venue holds around 1,100 seats and features the classical architecture typical of early 20th-century performance halls, with distinct balconies and galleries.

The building was designed by architect Ernest Augustus Runtz in the early 1900s and first opened its doors to audiences in 1906. It has been recognized as a protected historic structure for many decades and remains an active performance venue in the Welsh capital.

The name reflects its origins as a modern entertainment venue, and today it continues to serve as a gathering place for theatre-goers from across the region. The seating tiers create an intimate connection between performers and audiences during live shows.

The building is equipped with elevators and ramps to accommodate wheelchair users throughout the venue, including backstage areas. Visitors with specific access needs can benefit from additional services offered regularly, such as audio description, captions, and sign language interpretation during performances.

When it opened, the stage was built with notably large dimensions, making it one of the biggest performance spaces in the country at that time. This generous size allowed for ambitious productions and shows that required substantial space.

Location: Cardiff

Location: Castle

Inception: December 10, 1906

Architects: Ernest Augustus Runtz

Official opening: December 10, 1906

Architectural style: Edwardian architecture

Capacity: 1144

Elevation above the sea: 11.7 m

Address: Park Place, Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF10 3LN, Wales

Website: http://newtheatrecardiff.co.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.48370,-3.17553

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:47