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New Theatre Oxford Backstage Tour
30 July 2025 @ 10.30am
About New Theatre Oxford Backstage Tour
Go behind the scenes at New Theatre Oxford and see backstage at “England’s Finest Theatre” where the likes of Lawrence Olivier, Sir Ian McKellen, Miriam Margoyles, and Patti Smith have performed.
From the original fly system to the old revolving stage, from the ‘Wall of Fame’ to the lighting booth, you will visit the nooks and crannies of the theatre, not usually open to the public.
Tickets
Please see important booking information below.
Booking information
Ticket prices:
From £15.00
No transaction fees
Dates & times:
- Thursday 10 July 2025
- Thursday 17 July 2025
- Friday 25 July 2025
- Wednesday 30 July 2025
Wednesday to Friday at 10.30am
Age guidance:
14+
About New Theatre Oxford
There has been a theatre on George Street for almost 170 years. The first theatre was built in 1836, and a second in 1886. In 1934, the third New Theatre opened.
The theatre has been owned by several different companies and undergone several name changes. It is now owned by the Ambassador Theatre Group and hosts everything from ballet and opera to musicals.
On performance days, the Box Office opens at noon and closes 15 minutes after the show starts. If there is a performance on a Sunday or Bank Holiday, Box Office will open 2 hours before the show begins and close 15 minutes after the show starts.
There is a large air-conditioned bar with seating located below the Stalls Foyer, two further bars in the Circle Foyer and an additional one at the back of the balcony. All stocked with an array of drinks and snacks.
There is a cloakroom located in the stalls bar. If this is closed, please speak to a member of staff. £1 per item. It is free to ATG Theatre Card members.
See important information about Getting there and Access here
