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Visiting Edinburgh Playhouse: what to know before you go
18-22 Greenside Place, EH1 3AA, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Edinburgh Playhouse is a theatre building in Edinburgh, open since 1929, with room for about 3,059 people.
Of the 8 upcoming shows with a published time, 63% start at 19:30 – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.
Most dates fall on Wednesday and Saturday.
The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 7 dates.
5 public transport stops are within walking distance (Train, Bus station, Tram / light rail and Bus stop); the nearest is Edinburgh Rail Station, 280 m away.
Key facts
- Type of venue
- Theatre building
- Capacity
- 3,059
- Opened
- 1929
- Address
- 18-22 Greenside Place, EH1 3AA, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Upcoming events
- 18
- Usual start time
- 19:30
- Busiest days
- Wednesday, Saturday
Edinburgh Playhouse, month by month
- October 20261 date, including Backstage Tours
- November 20267 dates, including The Proclaimers, 50+ Movers and Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston
- December 20261 date, including Back to the Future The Musical
- January 20272 dates, including Romesh Ranganathan Will Change Your Life and Jack Whitehall: Bad Influence
- February 20274 dates, including Joanne McNally: Pinotphile, Simon Brodkin: Unleashed and Michael Starring Ben
- March 20272 dates, including Alan Carr: Have I Said Too Much? and Greg Davies: Full Fat Legend
Ticket prices
5 upcoming listings show a price. Tickets start at £8, and half of the dates start at £20 or less; the highest listed price is £83.
What the programme holds: Comedy (8), Plays & Musicals (7) and Concerts (3).
Arriving by public transport
- Edinburgh Rail StationTrain280 m
4 min walk - Lothian Bus Depot, Annandale StreetBus station480 m
6 min walk - Platform 2, Edinburgh WaverleyTrain510 m
6 min walk - St Andrews Square Tram StopTram / light rail530 m
7 min walk - Edinburgh Bus Tours LimitedBus stop560 m
7 min walk
Arriving by car
4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 160 m from the venue.
Next events at Edinburgh Playhouse
Nov2Mon
Plays & Musicals
Musical Makers (18+ Adults)
2, 10, 16, 23 and 30 Nov 2026
Edinburgh Playhouse
From £15.50
Nov3Tue
Nov4Wed
Other venues near Edinburgh Playhouse
Edinburgh Playhouse: practical questions
How many people fit in Edinburgh Playhouse?
Edinburgh Playhouse has a capacity of about 3,059; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.
When did Edinburgh Playhouse open?
Edinburgh Playhouse opened in 1929.
What time do shows start at Edinburgh Playhouse?
Usually at 19:30 (63% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.
What is the nearest stop to Edinburgh Playhouse?
Edinburgh Rail Station (Train), 280 m away – about 4 min on foot.
Can I park near Edinburgh Playhouse?
Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 160 m away.
How much are tickets at Edinburgh Playhouse?
Where sellers publish prices, tickets start at £8; a typical ticket costs around £20.
What kind of events does Edinburgh Playhouse host?
Upcoming dates by category: Comedy (8), Plays & Musicals (7) and Concerts (3).
Which month has the most events at Edinburgh Playhouse?
November 2026, with 7 dates, including The Proclaimers and 50+ Movers.
Which other venues are close to Edinburgh Playhouse?
The Usher Hall (1.6 km), The Queen's Hall (1.7 km), La Belle Angèle (140 m) and Cabaret Voltaire (900 m).
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