Venue Information
Approx. capacity: 732
The Garrick Theatre is located on Charing Cross Road in London's West End. The theatre is owned and operated by Nimax Theatres and has 732 seats over three levels.
Transport
By Tube
Nearby tube stations: Leicester Square (Northern, Piccadilly) Charing Cross (Northern, Bakerloo) Embankment (District, Circle).
By Car
Bus routes: 3, 6, 9, 12, 13, 15, 24, 29, 30
Parking
Masterpark at Trafalgar Square and Whitcomb Street and a NCP at Upper St Martin's Lane
www.parkingforbluebadges.com (Comprehensive parking and interactive bus information for Blue Badge disabled drivers travelling around London)
Accessibility
Number of Steps
FOYER - 2 steps up (handrails on both sides)
STALLS - 29 steps down (fairly steep rake)
DRESS CIRCLE - level access (row E only, steps down to other rows)
UPPER CIRCLE - 25 steps up (handrails on both sides)
Step-free information
Step free access is only available to row E of the Dress Circle and entry into the theatre is from 30 minutes before the performance. There are steps to negotiate down to all other rows.
Wheelchair Access
There is 1 wheelchair space in row E of the Dress Circle with companion seats alongside. Wheelchair transfers are only available to seats E1 & E25 of the Dress Circle. Wheelchair access is via a gate to the left of the building. We recommend arriving 30 minutes before the show and introducing yourself to a member of the Front of House team, who will accompany you to your seats.
Toilet Facilities
There is an accessible toilet in the Dress Circle by the level access entrance.
Hearing Systems
The theatre uses the Sennheiser infra-red headset system and 7 headsets are available from the front of house staff in main foyer. These headsets are for people who are hard of hearing but please note there is no induction loop system in the auditorium. 3 necklace type hearing systems are available for people who use a hearing aid. There is an induction loop at the Box Office to assist hearing aid users when booking tickets.
For further information regarding hearing systems, please call the theatre stage door on 0207 520 5690
Guide Dogs
The theatre management are happy to look after your Guide/Hearing dog during the performance. Please approach a member of the front of house team when you arrive at the theatre and they will make the necessary arrangements.
Autistic Spectrum Info
The theatre would be grateful for any additional information regarding your needs prior to going to the theatre, especially anything regarding sensory issues or matters relating to Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Please feel welcome to call the theatre management on 0207 520 5690 so they can offer you more assistance throughout your visit.
General Access Info
Ticket Prices:
£32.50 - Rock Of Ages
£20.00 - Potted Potter
Please note the prices mentioned above are per ticket and only available for the disabled person and companion. Additional tickets are charged at the regular rate.