
Visiting Tyne Theatre: what to know before you go
Westgate Road, NE1 4AG, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Tyne Theatre is a theatre building in Newcastle upon Tyne, open since 1867, with room for about 1,100 people.
Of the 11 upcoming shows with a published time, 73% start at 19:30 – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.
Most dates fall on Saturday and Friday.
The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 4 dates.
5 public transport stops are within walking distance (Train, Bus station and Metro / subway); the nearest is Central Station Florists, 330 m away.

Key facts
- Type of venue
- Theatre building
- Capacity
- 1,100
- Opened
- 1867
- Address
- Westgate Road, NE1 4AG, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Upcoming events
- 11
- Usual start time
- 19:30
- Busiest days
- Saturday, Friday
Tyne Theatre, month by month
- October 20261 date, including Nurse Georgie Carroll: Infectious
- November 20264 dates, including Dylan Moran - Looking For Trouble, Susan Calman: Tall Tales and Phil Wang: UH OH
- February 20272 dates, including Al Murray - All You Need Is Guv and Connor Burns: Flow
- March 20272 dates, including Scott Bennett - Stuff and The Van Morrison Alumni Band Live in Concert
- April 20272 dates, including Myra Dubois: Siren and Count Arthur Strong - And it's Goodnight from Me!
Ticket prices
What the programme holds: Comedy (8), Plays & Musicals (2) and Concerts (1).
Arriving by public transport
- Central Station FloristsTrain330 m
4 min walk - Newcastle coach stationBus station350 m
4 min walk - National Express Bus StationBus station350 m
4 min walk - St James Metro stationMetro / subway410 m
5 min walk - Newcastle On Tyne Railway StationTrain570 m
7 min walk
Arriving by car
4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 160 m from the venue.
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Tyne Theatre: practical questions
How many people fit in Tyne Theatre?
Tyne Theatre has a capacity of about 1,100; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.
When did Tyne Theatre open?
Tyne Theatre opened in 1867.
What time do shows start at Tyne Theatre?
Usually at 19:30 (73% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.
What is the nearest stop to Tyne Theatre?
Central Station Florists (Train), 330 m away – about 4 min on foot.
Can I park near Tyne Theatre?
Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 160 m away.
What kind of events does Tyne Theatre host?
Upcoming dates by category: Comedy (8), Plays & Musicals (2) and Concerts (1).
Which month has the most events at Tyne Theatre?
November 2026, with 4 dates, including Dylan Moran - Looking For Trouble and Susan Calman: Tall Tales.
Which other venues are close to Tyne Theatre?
The Cluny (1.9 km), O2 City Hall Newcastle (1 km), The Cluny 2 (1.9 km) and NX (610 m).
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