Perth Theatre
12 minute walk from Perth station · Stirling, Central and Fife
Perth Theatre is an established entertainment venue located on Mill Street. Originally opened in 1900, the building is category B listed and is currently operated by the charitable organisation Horsecross Arts alongside the nearby Perth Concert Hall.
The theatre is steeped in history, having hosted the first Scottish Theatre Festival. It is notable for its Perth Youth Theatre, the first group of its kind in Scotland, which has trained famous alumni such as Ewan McGregor. Significant restorations have preserved its historic charm while adding modern facilities.
Visitors can enjoy a diverse range of performances, including drama, opera, musicals, and pantomime. The venue features a traditional auditorium with balconies and boxes, a studio theatre, and an on-site restaurant, providing a complete cultural experience in a beautifully restored setting.
Visitor information
- Place type
- Theatre
- Good for
- Architecture, Local & social history, Theatre & performance
- Characteristics
- Edwardian, Listed
- Admission
- Paid admission
- Facilities
- Restaurant
- Region
- Stirling, Central and Fife
Stations within walking distance
- Perth station — 12 min walk, 0.9 km
Other places near Perth
- St Leonards in the Fields & Trinity — 5 min walk from the station
- AK Bell Library — 7 min walk from the station
- Kinnoull Hill and Tower, Perth — 9 min walk from the station
- Perth City walk — 9 min walk from the station
- Perth North Church — 11 min walk from the station
- Perth Leisure Pool — 12 min walk from the station