Swan Theatre, Theatre venue in Stratford-upon-Avon, England
The Swan Theatre features a deep thrust stage within a galleried auditorium, accommodating 450 spectators in close proximity to performers.
The Swan Theatre opened in 1986 within the structure of the former Shakespeare Memorial Theatre, which had been destroyed by fire in 1926.
The Royal Shakespeare Company presents works by Shakespeare's contemporaries and Restoration playwrights, extending beyond traditional Shakespearean performances.
Visitors can access shared facilities with the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, including the box office, restaurant, bars, and wheelchair-accessible spaces throughout the building.
The theatre underwent renovations in 2023, introducing wider seats with armrests and converting the Ashcroft room above into a functional rehearsal space.
Location: Stratford-upon-Avon
Inception: 1986
Architects: Michael Reardon
Official opening: 1986
Capacity: 450
Website: https://rsc.org.uk/your-visit/swan-theatre
GPS coordinates: 52.19027,-1.70414
Latest update: May 11, 2025 06:01
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