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Central London theatres offer a unique blend of historical grandeur and cutting-edge technology, perfect for captivating corporate events. Consider acoustics, seating arrangements, and stage facilities when selecting a theatre to ensure your event resonates with professionalism and flair.

The London Eye, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, Hyde Park, Marble Arch... need we say more?!

LANDMARKS

Whether you want to impress clients with French fare or marvellous mezze, London is no stranger to incredible food and drinks hotspots.

FOOD & DRINK

From cafes to conference centres, the sheer amount of venues in Central London means there is something for everyone!

VENUE VARIETY

Central London is a large area comprising the City of London and the innermost parts of 6 other boroughs, including Westminster, Southwark, Kensington & Chelsea, Islington, Camden and Lambeth. As this defined area stretches across many well populated and thriving cosmopolitan districts of the capital, it comes as no surprise that there is an endless stream of incredible event venues suitable for every kind of event, each with a unique cultural feel and offering. 

Whether you’re planning a conference, away day, dinner, awards ceremony, rooftop party or a simple team meeting, you’re sure to find the ideal venue in Central London. Plus with world-famous landmarks and iconic locations aplenty, your guests will always be impressed and entertained in equal measure! Central London has an abundance of train and tube stations connecting the areas, as well as buses, taxis, even boats! Plus, with countless hotels and accommodation offerings, out-of-town guests will have no shortage of convenient options.


Central London

By plane, train, underground, bicycle and more, London has some of the best transport links in the world.

TRANSPORT

Icons that make London know the world over, from Buckingham Palace to the House of Parliament.

Home to Theatreland, world renowned music venues, museums and a piece of history on every corner.

CULTURE

London is a city that needs no introduction. It’s a global hub for business, finance, fashion and the arts, and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. It’s also an excellent place to hold an event, with a huge range of venues to choose from. From the iconic O2 Arena and Wembley Stadium to more intimate spaces like the Royal Albert Hall and Roundhouse, London has a venue to suit every event. And with a wealth of hotels, restaurants and bars, you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to entertaining your guests.

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Discover the prestige of hosting your event at a theatre in Central London. Ideal for impactful presentations and corporate gatherings.

Theatres in Central London

Theatres

Host impactful events at the IMAX Theatre, Science Museum in Central London. Perfect for conferences and presentations.

With a screen the size of four double-decker buses, an 11.5m-wide stage and an auditorium that seats up to 414 people, our IMAX Theatre is the perfect venue for a large-scale conferences, meetings, AGM'S and TED-talks. 

The IMAX Theatre uses image maximum technology, a state-of-the-art surround system and one of the world's most sophisticated projectors, making it ideal for presentations and product launches. 

The IMAX can be hired alongside The Flight gallery to allow for break out space for exhibitions and refreshments. 

IMAX Theatre conference with engaged audience in modern auditorium setting.

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IMAX Theatre at The Science Museum with tiered seating for corporate events and seminars.

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IMAX Theatre at The Science Museum, modern venue for conferences and events.

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IMAX Theatre at The Science Museum with tiered seating for conferences and screenings.

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IMAX Theatre at The Science Museum, modern event space with dual screens for presentations.

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Theatre

Business

IMAX Theatre

The Science Museum

IMAX Theatre at Science Museum

Host your event at Barbican Theatre, Central London. Perfect for corporate gatherings with state-of-the-art facilities.

Whilst seating 1154 people, it is an unusually intimate space with no seat located more than 20 metres from the stage and excellent sight lines for all delegates. There is a dedicated personnel to help you get the most out of your experience of booking in the theatre. There is state-of-the-art audio visual equipment available for usage. A professional kitchen can provide catering by Searcys and Halal catering is available upon request. The Barbican Theatre is disabled accessible. This space is well-suited to hosting conferences, award ceremonies, or private events.

Barbican Theatre auditorium with tiered seating, ideal for conferences and performances.

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Barbican Theatre with tiered seating, perfect for conferences and concerts.

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Barbican Theatre banquet setup with floral centerpieces for upscale events and galas.

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Packed Barbican Theatre auditorium with tiered seating for successful events and performances.

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Packed Barbican Theatre auditorium with tiered seating for successful events.

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Barbican Theatre

Barbican Centre

Barbican Theatre, Central London

Host your event at Southbank Centre's Royal Festival Hall, a premier theatre in Central London for impactful presentations.

The Royal Festival Hall is a vast auditorium which can seat up to 2,500 guests in fixed raked seating.  It boasts a state-of-the art stage and rig, a large number of back of house areas and many of the original 1950s features. Our incredible in-house production team can help support your event, making The Royal Festival Hall perfect for performances, film premieres, concerts and rehearsals. 

Royal Festival Hall auditorium during an awards ceremony with elegant stage setup.

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Royal Festival Hall stage setup for immersive presentations and award ceremonies.

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Royal Festival Hall conference with engaging speaker and tiered seating.

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Royal Festival Hall Auditorium set for a conference with spacious seating and stage.

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Arts

Royal Festival Hall Auditorium

Southbank Centre

Central London Theatre Venue

Host your event at Church House Westminster, a stunning theatre venue in Central London with historic charm and modern facilities.

Built in 1939, the stunning Grade II listed Assembly Hall was designed by world-renowned architect Sir Herbert Baker. 

Features include natural daylight, polished English oak panelling and the circular space's architectural focal point - a striking 30-foot glass dome. 

The iconic 519 square metre circular space with its ceiling height of 9.7m hosts theatre-style Conferences for up to 664 delegates, Meetings for up to 208, and classroom-style Training sessions for up to 198 attendees, as well as Product Launches, Fashion Shows and Award Ceremonies. 



Assembly Hall in Church House Westminster with grand stained glass, ideal for events and presentations.

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Assembly Hall in Church House Westminster, elegant venue for conferences and presentations.

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Assembly Hall in Church House Westminster with ornate ceiling, ideal for events and presentations.

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Assembly Hall at Church House Westminster, spacious auditorium for conferences and events.

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Assembly Hall in Church House Westminster, elegant auditorium for conferences and events.

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Assembly Hall

Church House Westminster

Host your event at the Cubic Theatre in Central London, perfect for seminars and corporate gatherings with top-notch facilities.

The Cubic Theatre is ideal for seminars, conferences and training days. A high-spec short throw projector delivers professional presentations and an integrated lectern ensures slick events. The Theatre features distinctive tiered seats and a stage perfect for panel discussions and Q&A's. The adjoining Foyer is suitable for registration, breakout activity or networking drinks. Large screens provide excellent branding opportunity for company logos, promotional videos or itineraries. With complimentary Museum access for all guests, breaks at London Transport Museum are inspiring and interactive.

Cubic Theatre at London Transport Museum with tiered seating for corporate events and screenings.

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Cubic Theatre at London Transport Museum: modern event space with sleek staircase, ideal for meetings.

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Cubic Theatre at London Transport Museum with tiered seating for events and screenings.

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Cubic Theatre seating with red chairs, ideal for presentations and film screenings.

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Cubic Theatre at London Transport Museum, modern event space with red tablecloths.

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The Cubic Theatre

London Transport Museum

Cubic Theatre at London Transport Museum

Host your event at a premier theatre in Central London, perfect for conferences and corporate gatherings.

The Auditorium offers a total of 388sqm, making it an excellent choice for your conference, product launch or training event. There is plenty of space for an AV set and the possibility of hiring the motorised ceiling rig which has pre-installed lighting and sound equipment. 
The space has 268 retractable tiered seats, hosting up to a total of 500 theatre or alternatively, 225 cabaret or 262 classroom.

This space is perfect for a stand-alone conference, or being located in the middle of our conference centre, a conference with surrounding breakout rooms and large catering space. 

Versatile auditorium with round tables, ideal for conferences and workshops.

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Auditorium at Business Design Centre during a conference with engaged audience and modern lighting.

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Spacious Business Design Centre auditorium set for a conference with elegant tables and chairs.

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Auditorium with tiered seating, ideal for corporate events and performances.

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Spacious empty auditorium with tiered seating for conferences and presentations.

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Auditorium

Business Design Centre

Host impactful events at One Great George Street, a premier theatre in Central London. Ideal for conferences and presentations.

The Telford Theatre, located on our first floor and fully accessible, is ideal for large conferences, presentations, lectures seminars, product launches, press conferences and AGMs. The dark wood panelled room can accommodate up to 240 people and has a fully accessible stage with a lectern and a top table, both have in-built monitors and microphones. The stunning glassed domed roof allows a feeling of space and light in the room.
Room hire includes the services of a technician and all standard audio visual equipment already installed in the room.

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Telford Theatre

One Great George Street

Host impactful events at One Moorgate Place, a premier theatre venue in Central London, perfect for corporate gatherings.

The Great Hall is the largest event space, accommodating up to 400 guests. As a versatile blank canvas, it's ideal for a wide range of events, including conferences, seminars, press activities and presentations. The Great Hall features three large screens, a stage, and a podium, providing an excellent platform for showcasing and presenting to your audience. It supports various set-ups, including theatre, classroom and round tables, tailored to your event's specific needs. Perfect for AGMS, product launches, and networking events, The Great Hall combines flexibility with functionality.

Great Hall at One Moorgate Place, theater-style seating for conferences and presentations.

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Great Hall at One Moorgate Place, purple-lit conference room for events and presentations.

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Great Hall at One Moorgate Place with elegant chandelier, ideal for upscale events.

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Great Hall at One Moorgate Place, elegant event space for meetings and conferences.

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Great Hall at One Moorgate Place, spacious stage for conferences and presentations.

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Reception

Great Hall

One Moorgate Place

Explore top theatres in Central London for impactful events. Ideal for exhibitions, presentations, and corporate gatherings.

The Lawrence Hall is perfect for art and other exhibitions boasting natural daylight and 1600 sq meters of blank canvas floor space.

The Hall is available for long term lets in school holiday periods.  Also suitable for shell scheme events and fashion shows.

Fashion runway event at Lawrence Hall with colorful attire and engaged audience.

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Lawrence Hall event space with seating and dramatic lighting for conferences and fashion shows.

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Lawrence Hall venue with high ceilings, ideal for events and meetings.

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Lawrence Hall with vibrant murals, perfect for creative events and exhibitions.

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Lawrence Hall

Royal Horticultural Halls

Host your event at a stunning theatre in Central London, perfect for corporate gatherings and presentations.


The Empire Room is a truly captivating space that seamlessly blends charm with modern functionality. This exquisite room is a testament to the grandeur featuring north and west- facing floor-length windows that flood the space with natural light, illuminating the room's beauty in the most enchanting way. The high ceilings, reminiscent of an era of elegance, create a sense of airiness that is simply unparalleled.

Tailored to cater to your business event needs. In the theatre style, it can graciously host up to 220 guests, allowing for an atmosphere of collaboration and engagement. 


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Empire Room

The Landmark London

Host your event at a modern theatre in Central London, perfect for corporate gatherings and presentations.

The Maynard Theatre is an airy, modern conference space with air conditioning and is pillar free. The space is fully accessible with 2 lifts and is located on the lower ground floor. 

The Maynard Foyer has its own registration area, 2 55" screens and is perfect for catering, networking and drinks receptions. The foyer can be made completely private by hiring the three additional breakouts on the same floor.

The space is equipped with hybrid technology, a lectern, fixed microphones. LCD projector, screen, and comfort monitor. The theatre can hold a maximum of 140 Theatre or 81 Cabaret.

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Maynard Theatre

No.11 Cavendish Square

Host your event at The Art Academy, a versatile theatre in Central London perfect for intimate gatherings and creative workshops.

The Project Space, located on the lower level of the Bankside Campus, offers a cozy and versatile setting perfect for smaller-scale events. With its unique atmosphere and flexible design, it's an ideal choice for intimate, focused gatherings and creative events. The space can host up to 20-30 attendees seated in round table style and up to 50 standing/theatre style. 

A flexible venue for creative or technical workshops, offering a focused and distraction-free environment.

Capacity & Uses 

- Meetings & Seminars 
- Small Screenings 
- Workshop & Training 
- Pop-Up Experience 
- Exhibitions  

Versatile event space with art wall, perfect for meetings and workshops at The Art Academy.

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Versatile event space with natural light, ideal for workshops and meetings at The Art Academy.

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Vibrant art gallery in The Art Academy, ideal for networking events and receptions.

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Events

Project Space

The Art Academy

The Art Academy Theatre Space

Host your event at ISH Venues, a top theatre in Central London, perfect for corporate gatherings and presentations.

Venue 1 is our most versatile room. It can be transformed to accommodate a variety of events and will easily seat 300 people theatre-style for lectures, presentations, conferences, product launches or exhibitions. There is assisted access to the venue.

Event space with chairs and stage, purple lighting for conferences and social events.

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Spacious event venue with modern design, ideal for conferences and seminars.

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Versatile event space with black chairs, ideal for conferences and presentations.

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Versatile event space with vibrant lighting, ideal for conferences and concerts.

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Bar area with exposed brick walls, ideal for networking events and social gatherings.

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Venue 1

ISH Venues

Host your event at Marylebone Theatre, a state-of-the-art venue in Central London ideal for impactful presentations and gatherings.

The Marylebone Theatre is a 270-seat cross-cultural performance space. The theatre has undergone an extensive refurbishment, as a result of which it is now a state-of-the-art space delivering an exciting programme of theatre performances, concerts, dance and spoken word events. It has a Steinway B piano and three dressing rooms. There is a bar and bookshop. The theatre is just off Baker Street, close to Regents Park and outside the congestion zone with plenty of nearby free parking after 18:30 and on weekends. 
It is located within Rudolf Steiner House, which has 5 beautiful rooms for hire. 

Marylebone Theatre stage with professional lighting, ideal for events and performances.

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Marylebone Theatre entrance with red carpet, ideal for events and performances.

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