The Theatres Trust

What makes a theatre?

Theatres are complex buildings, made up of many elements. These include dedicated spaces for its many functions, both front of house and backstage.

They need to be carefully planned to ensure smooth presentation of a production.

Storage areas are also essential, as are green rooms (rest rooms) and conveniences for all its staff and performers.

Theatres also contain a vast amount of equipment, essential to present a show, and which needs to be safely accommodated and operated without interfering with the audience’s enjoyment.

Go front of house

Go backstage

The Theatres Trust

22 Charing Cross Road
London WC2H 0QL

T 020 7836 8591
F 020 7836 3302

Have you seen?

Auditorium of the former Playhouse, Colchester, 1998
Playhouse (Colchester)
Colchester

Protecting theatres for everyone

The National Advisory Public Body for Theatres