It probably goes without saying, but theatres are some of the most theatrical venues out there. So, they're the ideal venue for all sorts of events, from performances to gala dinners, awards ceremonies and any other red-carpet-worthy events you can think of!

We've handpicked our favourite theatres for hire in Birmingham. From proscenium theatres to quirky, immersive spaces, there's something for every event, cost and capacity. Just have a browse and pick out the perfect theatre near you.

Birmingham has excellent transport links, with a comprehensive bus and rail network.

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Birmingham is a city in the West Midlands of England, known for its rich history and culture. The city has a vibrant events scene, with something going on every night of the week. From live music and club nights to comedy shows and theatre performances, there’s always something to do in Birmingham. The city is also home to a number of excellent venues for events, including the Birmingham Arena, O2 Academy Birmingham and the Birmingham Hippodrome. Birmingham is a great place to hold an event, with its friendly community and wealth of things to do.

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The United Kingdom is a country in northwestern Europe, off the coast of France. It is made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The UK has a long and rich history, and its culture has been influenced by many different peoples and nations. The UK is a leading economic and political power, and is home to some of the world’s most iconic landmarks, such as Big Ben and Buckingham Palace. The UK is an excellent place to hold an event, with a variety of world-class venues and a wealth of experience in hosting events of all kinds.

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Birmingham has some spectacular theatres available to hire, with something for every capacity, cost and occasion. Browse the best near you.

Theatres

Discover Highbury Theatre Hall in London, perfect for corporate events and performances. Exclusive hire with top facilities and lush gardens.

Available for hire for exclusive use, set within it's own grounds, Highbury Hall can accommodate up to 100 guests for a luxury banquet within the Main Hall.  

Highbury Hall is perfect for birthday parties, corporate events such as training sessions or away days as you can arrange to book it out for exclusive use.  The gardens make Highbury Hall the ideal venue during the warmer months for outdoor events such as drinks receptions, workshops and for breaks.

A unique venue with excellent service, quality catering, on-site parking.WiFi, laptop, projector, screen and PA system are available


Elegant event space at Highbury Hall with blue wallpaper, ideal for ceremonies and meetings.

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Elegant banquet hall at Highbury Hall, perfect for weddings and formal events.

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Elegant balcony with floral decor at Highbury Hall, perfect for weddings and upscale events.

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Highbury Hall

Highbury Theatre Hall - London's Premier Venue

Discover Kingston Theatre at IET Birmingham, a top choice for lectures and seminars in London. Ideal for professional events with cutting-edge facilitie

The perfect space for hosting lectures, conferences, seminars or even an award ceremony, the Kingston Theatre offers latest AV and excellent audience experience. With tiered seating for up to 150 delegates, each seat has foldaway laptop tables and power sockets. We offer dedicated technical support so that you can have a stress-free event and make the best use of our cutting-edge AV equipment. The room also has free wi-fi and air conditioning for warmer days. 

We also offer a dedicated Green Room behind the stage giving speakers a quiet space to prepare for lectures, seminars and talks. 

Kingston Theatre auditorium with tiered seating for conferences and presentations.

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Kingston Theatre auditorium with modern AV setup for professional conferences and seminars.

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Kingston Theatre at IET Birmingham with dual screens and vibrant purple lighting for conferences.

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Modern conference room at Kingston Theatre with tiered red seating for corporate events.

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Kingston Theatre auditorium with tiered red seating for professional events and presentations.

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Kingston Theatre

IET Birmingham: Austin Court

London Theatres: Kingston Theatre at IET

Discover top theatres in London for dramatic events. Ideal for galas, ceremonies, and shows. Explore the best venues today!

The Studio is our highly adaptable theatre space and comes equipped with state of the art lighting and sound equipment making it the perfect bank canvas for a truly dramatic event. This versatile space has been used to host a myriad of events including gala dinners, award ceremonies and fashion shows. The space can accommodate up to 240 guests in a banqueting layout.  

Vibrant Studio Theatre event space with colorful decor for festive celebrations and parties.

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Modern auditorium with red seating for conferences and performances in Birmingham.

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Elegant event space at Studio Theatre, Birmingham, with lush greenery for galas and celebrations.

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Elegant event space at Studio Theatre, ideal for corporate events and galas.

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Elegant event space at Studio Theatre, perfect for networking and celebrations.

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Studio Theatre

Unique Venues Birmingham (The Birmingham REP & The Library of Birmingham)

London Theatre Hub - Premier Event Spaces

Discover Thinktank Theatre, a premier London venue perfect for engaging presentations and events. Ideal for professional gatherings in the heart of the 

A tiered, 180 seat auditorium. 

For large presentations the Thinktank Theatre offers a great alternative, and with projection on to three screens within the auditorium your guests will be thoroughly engaged and immersed in your presentation. 

You'll have use of our projectors, microphones and sound system to get the very best from your event. Plus, with technical support throughout your event, it'll be smooth sailing for you and your guests. 

Thinktank Theatre auditorium set for events with spacious seating and welcoming backdrop.

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Thinktank Theatre auditorium with tiered seating for conferences and presentations.

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Thinktank Theatre auditorium with tiered seating for conferences and workshops.

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Thinktank Theatre 

Thinktank 

Thinktank Theatre London

Discover top theatres in London for any event. Ideal venues with varied capacities and modern facilities, perfect for professional gatherings.

Big screens and auditorium tiered seating and state-of-the-art projection equipment. A Vue Cinema is an excitingly different location for your next conference. The screening rooms range from 50 - 500 seating capacities depending on your needs.

Spacious auditorium with tiered seating for conferences and film screenings in VUE Birmingham.

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Spacious VUE Birmingham cinema with plush seating and large screen for film screenings.

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VUE Birmingham Star City

Discover top theatres in London for any event. Ideal for professional gatherings, explore venues with unique charm and modern facilities.

A former 19th Century Unitarian Sunday School in Birmingham's Creative Quarter, boasting original windows and beautiful period features, is the perfect setting for business meetings in the Midlands. The venue has huge white walls and high ceilings, which compliments the natural light from the windows. It's no surprise that leading brands regularly book this stunning venue! 

Fazeley Studios event space with round tables, ideal for meetings and banquets.

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Fazeley Studios event venue with exposed brick walls and natural light for gatherings.

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Fazeley Studios event space with round tables, ideal for meetings and workshops.

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Fazeley Studios event space with exposed brick, ideal for corporate meetings and workshops.

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Fazeley Studios

Discover top theatres in London for professional events. Explore venues with advanced facilities and impeccable catering at Cineworld.

The standard screen at Cineworld is a fantastic place for your event: host a birthday party or a networking event and enjoy the on-site bar and impeccable catering, using seasonal, local produce. The capacity of the theatre itself is 179 people, meaning you can easily fit all of your guests inside. What makes this place unique is its impressive entertainment and production options, as well as advanced screens and the possibility of wall-to-wall digital signage.

Cineworld Birmingham auditorium with plush red seating for corporate events and screenings.

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Modern Cineworld Birmingham theater with red seating for corporate events and film screenings.

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4DX theater at Cineworld Birmingham with tiered seating for immersive events.

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Plush red 4DX cinema seats at Cineworld Birmingham for immersive film screenings and events.

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Cineworld Birmingham entrance with red lighting, ideal for film screenings and events.

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Cineworld Birmingham - Broad Street

London Theatre Spotlight: Cineworld Birmingham

Discover The Gatehouse Theatre in London for professional events. Ideal for up to 80 guests with top facilities.

The Gatehouse can accommodate up to 80 delegates in a theatre layout or 60 in a cabaret layout, making it an ideal choice for business meetings, workshops, and corporate events. This versatile space features a state-of-the-art PA system with a microphone, as well as a projector and screen for seamless presentations. Nestled along the picturesque Grand Union Canal, The Bond offers a unique blend of historic Victorian architecture and modern facilities, ensuring an inspiring atmosphere for your event. With high-speed WiFi and expertly renovated surroundings, The Gatehouse is perfect for fostering creativity and collaboration. Elevate your next business gathering in this remarkable venue that combines charm and functionality in the heart of Birmingham's vibrant Digbeth district.

Gatehouse meeting space with wooden chairs, projector, ideal for events and collaboration.

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Versatile event space at Gatehouse, featuring high ceilings for corporate meetings and workshops.

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Retort House

The Bond

The Gatehouse Theatre - Central London

Discover top theatres for events in London. Ideal for professional gatherings, workshops, and more. Explore now on Hire Space!

An all in one event space, 

The space combines a main room perfect for engaging with your audience plus multiple boardrooms that can be used as offices, speaker green rooms or quiet spaces. With a maximum capacity of 112 theatre style or 72 cabaret, the room is ideal for team activities, workshops, or networking. 

Versatile meeting space at Millennium Point with round tables and natural light for corporate events.

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Modern event space at Millennium Point with high-top tables for networking gatherings.

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Modern lounge at Millennium Point with green sofa, ideal for networking events.

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Modern meeting space at Millennium Point with large windows for natural light.

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Millennium Point

London Theatre Hub at Millennium Point

Discover Symphony Hall, a premier London theatre with world-class acoustics and a vibrant atmosphere for diverse performances. Ideal for event organiser

Symphony Hall is a world-class venue with exceptional acoustics, making it suitable for classical, jazz, folk, rock, and pop concerts. The comfortable seating and grand arena create a brilliant atmosphere for events. The venue is well-kept, easily accessible, and offers reasonable prices on refreshments. With a seating capacity of over 2000, it provides a good view of the stage and boasts great acoustics. Symphony Hall is an iconic venue that has hosted a variety of events, from music concerts to theatrical performances.

Symphony Hall auditorium with tiered seating, ideal for concerts and conferences.

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Symphony Hall auditorium with tiered seating, ideal for conferences and performances.

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Symphony Hall auditorium with tiered red seating for conferences and performances.

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Symphony Hall auditorium with tiered seating, ideal for events and performances.

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Symphony Hall concert venue with tiered seating, ideal for music and corporate events.

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Symphony Hall

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London Theatre Spotlight: Symphony Hall

Discover top London theatres for events. ODEON Luxe offers luxury seating & advanced tech for an unforgettable experience.

Screen Two at ODEON Luxe Broadway Plaza has more than 200 luxury reclining seats designed for maximum relaxation. With iSense, RealD 3D and Dolby Atmos technology, there's nothing this screen can't handle. A stunning setting to impress clients, employees, or guests alike.

Modern cinema auditorium with plush reclining seats for film screenings and events.

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Modern auditorium with tiered seating and high-tech screen for conferences and film screenings.

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Modern cinema entrance at ODEON Luxe Birmingham for film screenings and events.

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Main Space - Screen 2

ODEON LUXE Birmingham Broadway Plaza

London Theatre Spotlight: ODEON Luxe

Discover top theatres in London for arts events and performances. Ideal for professional event organisers seeking unique venues.

West Midlands Circus Centre is an impressive Grade 2 Listed building with 7m height, ornate wooden ceilings and an elegant front facade, ideal for arts events, creative workshops or retreats. With an inbuilt aerial rig perfect for circus, filming, photoshoots, theatre performance, exhibitions and cabaret, we can additionally provide aerial performers or choreography, lighting, hung decoration or set. Featuring two spaces, a kitchen and a tranquil garden for breakout, networking or auditions, WMCC is the ideal performance space, dance studio, festival site or function room. 

Versatile event space with aerial rigging in West Midlands Circus Centre for workshops and performances.

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Versatile West Midlands Circus Centre venue with high ceilings for aerial performances.

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Spacious meeting room with wooden beams at West Midlands Circus Centre for workshops and events.

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 West Midlands Circus Centre

London Theatre Hub - West Midlands Circus Centre

Discover top theatres in London for your next event. Ideal venues for performances, presentations, and more. Explore now on Hire Space.

Hall 1 is a versatile space at The ICC in Birmingham, ideal for conferences, exhibitions, car launches, and keynote presentations. The tiered auditorium can accommodate up to 1500 guests, with lower stalls seating 600 delegates. It features an immense stage with a 28-metre high fly tower, a 500-channel computerised stage lighting system, and advanced audio equipment. The space offers full soundproofing and direct vehicle access, supported by an in-house technical team. Hall 1 is perfect for events seeking serious stand out and impressive technical capabilities.

Conference in Hall 11a, ICC Birmingham with speaker and large presentation screen.

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Hall 11a at ICC Birmingham: modern conference space with purple lighting for seminars.

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Conference room in ICC Birmingham with blue chairs, ideal for workshops and presentations.

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Versatile event space in ICC Birmingham with modern design and vibrant purple lighting.

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Elegant event space in Hall 11a, ICC Birmingham, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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Hall 11a

The ICC Birmingham

London Theatre Showcase

Discover Anchor Point Theatre in London for professional theatre events. Ideal for corporate gatherings and large-scale productions.

This versatile space can be hired as a large hall for wedding receptions. Our in house team of wedding planners and caterers can ensure your day runs smoothly, making this the one stop venue for your special day.

This space is also perfect for wakes, birthday parties, baby showers, or any other important celebration. 

Elegant banquet hall in Black Box Theatre, perfect for formal events and gatherings.

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Anchor Point

Anchor Point Theatre, London

Discover top theatres in London for events, screenings, and performances. Ideal for professionals organising corporate or creative occasions.

Available for a Variety of Events, The Birmingham Black Box Theatre & Events Venue is the perfect backdrop for your creative projects. Ideal for photo shoots and film screenings, our unique space offers a stunning setting for film sets and private networking events. With its historic charm and versatile layout, it’s also suitable for fundraisers, awards shows, rehearsals, and creatively staged theatrical performances.

Housed in a Grade 2 Listed building, our venue features a striking glass roof that floods the space with natural light, complemented by the warmth of exposed brick walls. Spanning 10,000 square feet, with an additional 3,000 square feet in our unfinished basement, the venue can be tailored to meet your specific needs. Equipped with high-speed WiFi, a bar, and a tech booth, we provide all the essentials for a successful event.

Whether you’re hosting an intimate gathering or a large-scale production, The Birmingham Black Box Theatre offers secure storage and a ground floor plus mezzanine layout, ensuring a seamless experience for you and your guests. Elevate your next project in a space that inspires creativity and innovation.

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