Unicorn Theatre, Children's theatre in Southwark, England.
The Unicorn Theatre is a theatre building in Southwark featuring two performance spaces of different sizes. The main auditorium holds around 290 people, while the smaller studio accommodates about 100 spectators and allows for more varied programming.
The theatre was founded in 1949 as a mobile performance company that brought shows to different locations. It moved into its current purpose-built home in 2005.
This theatre creates performances specifically for children and young people of different ages, bringing families together through live entertainment. The spaces also host school visits and workshops, allowing young audiences from diverse communities to experience theatre firsthand.
The theatre is centrally located in Southwark and is easy to reach by public transport. It is accessible for visitors and parking options are available in the surrounding area.
The theatre houses an education studio and rehearsal spaces used for conducting workshops with schools across the city. These facilities reflect the belief that live theatre should be directly accessible to young audiences.
Location: London Borough of Southwark
Architects: Keith Williams
Address: 147 Tooley Street, London, Southwark, SE1 2HZ, England
GPS coordinates: 51.50450,-0.08168
Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:41
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