Plan Your Visit
The Theatre Royal is currently closed until approximately May 2019 due to the construction of the Hedberg. More information about this exciting development can be found here.
However, you can still find the Theatre Royal Box Office at 29 Campbell St Hobart in its new location in the foyer.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Theatre Royal in 2019 and hope that the following information helps you to enjoy your visit.
Contact Us
Visit our Contact page for Box Office details and contact information for our organisation.
Our Location
The Theatre Royal is located at 29 Campbell Street, Hobart, Tasmania.
Our Venues
The Theatre Royal consists of a Main Stage and a soon to be open Studio Theatre.
The Main Stage has three levels. The Stalls are on the ground level. The Dress Circle is the first floor level. And the Gallery is on the top level of the theatre, seating is bench only, there may be some visibility issues for small children. If you’d like any further information, please contact our Box Office staff for more information on seating.
Our seats are categorised as follows:
PREMIUM: Excellent seats, the absolute best in the house
A RESERVE: Great seats with a clear view
B RESERVE: Good seats, with slight sightline interference
C RESERVE: Good value, but with restricted viewing
Use our Virtual Tour to help you choose your seat.
For details on how to hire the Theatre Royal Main Stage, click here.
The soon-to-be built Studio Theatre will be located within the Hedberg, next door to the Theatre Royal. This new studio theatre will enable us to present a variety of performances that are best enjoyed in a smaller space.
For enquiries on hiring the Studio Theatre, please contact our Program and Operations Manager, Don Hopkins on (03) 6146 3304.
For disability access information for our venues please see below.
Pre-show dinner and drinks at The Old Woolstore
The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel (1 Macquarie Street) is a partner of the Theatre Royal and understands the needs of theatre-goers. Their Stockman’s Restaurant offers pre-show dinner packages, with two courses and a glass of wine for $45. This must be pre-booked (for 6 pm) directly with The Old Woolstore on (03) 6235 5355.
Where to Park
We suggest Market Place car park, Dunn Place car park or Greenco Parking in Collins Street all three are open 24hrs 7 days a week. If you require a taxi you can contact Taxis Combined on 13 22 27, please ask a staff member if you require assistance in making a call.
Our Services
For show information and to purchase tickets go to the What's On menu; alternatively you can contact our friendly Box Office staff for assistance.
Whilst we encourage customers to collect their tickets well in advance of the show to avoid queuing, tickets may be collected from our Box Office prior to a performance on our main stage (please allow at least 30 mins before the show). All ticket sales are final, however our staff will endeavour to assist you as best they can should you require help.
Our foyer bars offer a selection of beverages and snacks for you to enjoy during the show; food and drinks are permitted inside the venue (excluding hot items). Cash and eftpos payment accepted.
Our venue is a licensed premise and alcohol not purchased from us may not be brought onto or consumed on our premises.
Disability Access
There are exciting changes ahead that will provide greatly improved facilities and amenities for Theatre Royal patrons with a disability. As part of the Hedberg performing arts centre development a new public entrance will provide equitable access into all levels. A multi-level foyer space will provide lift access to the Dress Circle and Gallery with new public toilet facilities on every level. Wheelchair access will be offered in both the Stalls and Dress Circle levels of the Theatre Royal.
Not all of these improvements will be available until the Hedberg is fully operational, please call our Box Office staff if you have queries relating to access.
The Theatre Royal is a signatory to the Companion Card Scheme and accepts the Companion Card for ticketed entry. Please contact the Box Office direct for a Companion Card booking.
Assisted Hearing Service
The Theatre Royal main auditorium is equipped with an Assisted Hearing Service. This service offers amplified sound through dedicated headphones or using a neckloop that interacts with modern hearing aid devices. There are a limited number of these units and bookings are essential.
Please contact our Box Office - 03 6146 3300 to discuss your needs and reserve a device for your attendance.
Gift Vouchers
Purchase a Theatre Royal gift voucher and treat your family and friends to a show of their choice.
Ticketing Policies
View our Terms and Conditions of Sale and Entry, Privacy Policy and our Seating Plans.
The Theatre Royal is a Live Performance Australia Member. Visit the LPA website for more information regarding Industry and Consumer Codes, their Ticketing Code of Practice and their Safe Tix Guide.
Ticket prices are correct at time of quotation or publication but are subject to change at the discretion of Theatre Royal management. Single ticket prices may be dynamically adjusted, without notice, dependent upon market demand.
Advertised prices are valid for today only and subject to change without notice.
