Theatres and performing arts venues nominated for RIBA 2026 Awards

Five theatres and cultural venues have been shortlisted for this year's regional awards. 

The Institute of British Architects (RIBA) presents the annual UK Regional Awards to celebrate great architectural design that enhances people's lives across the eleven RIBA regions. The 2026 shortlist features several theatres and performing arts venues. 

RIBA London

Sadler's Wells East by O'Donnell + Tuomey 

SPID Theatre, Kensal House Community Rooms by Studio Sam Causer

RIBA South West and Wessex

Bristol Beacon by Levitt Bernstein

RIBA East 

BEAM by Bennetts Associates 

RIBA South East

The Richard Cairns Building, Brighton College by KRFT Architecture studio & Nicholas Hare Architects

Congratulations to all those involved in the design and delivery of these nominated projects. Winners of the UK Regional Awards will be announced in May.  

Find out more about shortlisted projects and the RIBA Regional Awards on the RIBA website.

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