Theatre Royal, Newcastle, Grade I listed theatre in Newcastle upon Tyne, England
The Theatre Royal features a Neoclassical architectural design with grand columns and decorative elements across its main facade on Grey Street.
Opening its doors on February 20, 1837, the Theatre Royal was designed by architects John and Benjamin Green as a centerpiece of entertainment in Newcastle.
The Theatre Royal presents performances from major touring companies, including Opera North and the Royal Shakespeare Company throughout the performance season.
The theatre provides complete accessibility with lifts to upper floors, an infrared audio system, and dedicated support staff for visitors requiring assistance.
The building underwent substantial renovations in 1901 and 2011, incorporating modern technical facilities while preserving its original architectural elements.
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Inception: February 20, 1837
Architects: John and Benjamin Green
Official opening: February 20, 1837
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
Address: Grey Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE1 6BR, England NE1 6BR
Phone: +448448112121
Website: http://theatreroyal.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 54.97274,-1.61216
Latest update: May 21, 2025 09:38
Newcastle upon Tyne and its neighbor Gateshead form a lively urban area in the northeast of England, where industrial history meets contemporary creation. The city retains traces of its medieval past with Castle Keep, a 12th-century fortress, while Grey's Monument reflects 19th-century political reforms. The Victoria Tunnel showcases the period when Newcastle was a major coal industry hub. For culture enthusiasts, the Great North Museum houses archaeological and natural history collections, the Theatre Royal has offered various performances since 1837, and BALTIC provides a space for contemporary art in an old grain mill. The two banks of the Tyne River offer contrasting experiences. In Newcastle, St James' Park has hosted local football matches for over a century, and Fenwick department store continues a 140-year-old shopping tradition. across the river in Gateshead, the Sage Gateshead offers musical programming in a modern building from 2004, and the Angel of the North, a large steel sculpture visible from the highway, has become a recognizable landmark of the region. This destination combines industrial heritage, Georgian architecture, and recent cultural projects.
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