Tyne Theatre & Opera House Tour
117 Westgate Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE1 4AG
- Visit one of the very few surviving examples of Victorian wooden modular stage machinery - re-restored through our recent heritage project.
- Listen to a demonstration of the Thunder Run (the clue's in the name!) from the auditorium.
- Watch a short video of the stage machinery in action, filmed earlier this year.
- See the investigative works that have uncovered historic stencils.
- Search our new production database for your theatre ancestors, favourite Victorian actors or simply find out about 'submarine dramas'!
- Get an update on the recent development work including our plans for the historic 'Grand Saloon'.
A superb opportunity to find out more about Newcastle's hidden gem.
Timings & Tours
- Friday 06 September:
- Tours at 0930, 1130, 1400, 1530
Location & directions
117 Westgate Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE1 4AG
- Contact on day:
- Rachel Snape
- Telephone number:
- +441912431171
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Please book via Eventbrite at the link below.
- Booking website:
- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/heritage-open-day-2024-friday-6-september-tickets-949049652057
- Booking opens:
- 20 Jul 2024 12:00 AM
- Booking closes:
- 06 Sep 2024 03:00 PM
Accessibility details
Due to current building works, visitors with restricted mobility will have limited access. The tour includes lots of steps and comfortable shoes are recommended. There is wheelchair access into the auditorium but not to any of the backstage areas. The theatre entrance is on Westgate Road. We have no designated parking although there are several public car parks within 5 minutes walk. Blue Badge parking (max 3 hours) is available on Westgate Road within the guidance of Newcastle City Council.
Additional information
- Max no of people per tour:
- 25
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s)
