Pitlochry Festival Theatre

Pitlochry Festival Theatre is a performance venue located in Highland Perthshire, Scotland, situated in a scenic area near rolling hills. It contains approximately 544 seats and presents productions throughout the year, ranging from classic dramas to musicals.

The theatre opened in 1951 and became an important institution for developing the performing arts in the Scottish Highlands. Its creation helped bring cultural activities to this remote region and established a foundation for ongoing theatrical programming.

The theatre presents a rotating program of plays, musicals, and contemporary works that draw from Scottish artistic traditions and local themes. Visitors can experience how this venue has become a central gathering place for the performing arts community in the Highlands.

The theatre is conveniently located in the center of Pitlochry with nearby parking available for visitors. It is worth arriving early to secure good seating and to explore the surrounding area before or after performances.

The theatre runs a distinctive festival model where multiple new productions are performed simultaneously throughout the year. This approach allows audiences to see several different shows in a single season, making repeat visits especially rewarding.

Location: Perth and Kinross

Inception: May 19, 1951

Architects: James Dunbar-Nasmith

Official opening: May 19, 1951

Capacity: 544

Address: Port-na-Craig, Pitlochry, Perthshire, PH16 5DR, Scotland

GPS coordinates: 56.69806,-3.73526

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:00