OPEN AIR THEATRE

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Does the theatre have seats or do you sit on the ground?
The 1240-seat auditorium is exactly like a normal indoor theatre except that there is no roof. Every ticket-holder has an allocated seat (unless you buy a ticket for the grass banks on the day of the performance).
 
What should I wear?
You are welcome to dress as casually or as smartly as you like. The theatre and grounds are entirely outdoors, so please remember to come prepared for all weather and don’t forget sun cream if you are coming to a morning or afternoon performance. We also sell rugs, rain macs and caps.

Can I bring an umbrella?
Yes, but please refrain from using an umbrella during the performance.

Can I bring my own food and drink to the theatre?
See here for more details of all the food and drink available at the theatre including pre-bookable picnics. Homemade picnics can be eaten in the gardens of Regent's Park or within the theatre grounds where space allows. Drinks may be taken into the auditorium but please be considerate of your fellow audience members and the performers. Please do not eat during the performance.
 
What time can I get in to the theatre grounds?
90 minutes before evening performances, one hour before 2.30pm matinees and 30 minutes before all other performances.

How often does a performance get cancelled or abandoned as a result of the weather?
On average, less than 9 performances out of over 150 performances each summer are cancelled or abandoned as a result of the weather. We make every effort to complete the performance though some may be interrupted by adverse weather. If the performance is cancelled or abandoned at any stage, our weather policy applies.

I need to organise my journey home, how will I know when the performance will finish?
The running time will always be less than three hours, but when an accurate production running time is established it will be put on the What’s On page.

Will there be taxis outside the theatre after the performance?
We can't guarantee there will be. To be certain you should book one or it's a short walk to Marylebone Road where you can often flag one down.