Leith Theatre

Leith Theatre is a theatre building in Edinburgh featuring a classical exterior and Art Deco entrance that opens into an auditorium with a barrel-vaulted ceiling and roof light fixtures. The structure showcases period architecture and has been reactivated for public use after remaining closed for several decades.

The building opened in 1932 as a gift from Edinburgh residents to the Leith community following the city's incorporation of the formerly independent area. It became a symbol of the new connection between the two communities and their shared cultural identity.

The theatre has long served as a gathering place for the Leith community, hosting local performances and celebrations that shaped the neighborhood's identity. Today it welcomes visitors from across Edinburgh and beyond to experience its restored cultural role.

The venue is located on Ferry Road and is easily accessible by public transport; it is managed by the Leith Theatre Trust. You can find information at the site about current events and visiting opportunities.

The theatre remained closed for decades before reopening in 2017 for festival use, reviving the local arts scene after a long absence. This reopening revealed how deeply the community valued this cultural venue.

Location: City of Edinburgh

Location: Edinburgh

Operator: Leith Theatre Trust

Phone: +441316290810

Website: https://leiththeatre.co.uk

GPS coordinates: 55.97572,-3.18047

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:20