Southwark Playhouse, Theatre venue in Southwark, England.
Southwark Playhouse is a theatre venue with two separate performance spaces in the Elephant & Castle area. The main house holds around 240 seats while the studio space accommodates about 120 people, plus there are rehearsal rooms and a café.
The theatre was founded in 1993 and began in a disused workshop before moving to vaults beneath London Bridge Station and later to Newington Causeway. These relocations shaped how the venue developed into what it is today.
The venue presents contemporary works, classic plays, and musicals that draw audiences from across London and beyond. You'll find a mix of experimental and traditional productions that reflect the area's creative energy.
The venue sits between Borough and Elephant & Castle tube stations, making it easy to reach by public transport. Since there are two separate locations in the area, check the website to find which one is hosting the show you want to see.
The theatre operates as a registered charity, meaning profits go back into productions and supporting artists rather than shareholders. This model allows it to take risks on emerging talent and new work.
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