Opening Times

Box Office: Monday - Saturday 10am - 6pm (0131 529 6000)
Group Sales (10+): Mon - Fri 10am - 6pm (0131 529 6005)
Performance Times: Varied, doors open 1 hour before performance.
Online 24 hours: www.festivaltheatre.org.uk

What makes this a great venue for School group Fun or Educational Visits?

The Festival Theatre has a varied programme of productions year round including; musicals, dramas, dance (from ballet to Streetdance), opera and comedy. You can view our full programme at www.festivaltheatre.org.uk
We have a 1915 seat auditorium - in art deco style - and the 3rd largest stage in the UK!

What are the Curriculum Topics or Benefit to the students from a visit?

Pupils can experience being part of an audience and the magic of live performance.

What are the activities?

Live Performance: Drama, Musicals, Contemporary & Street Dance, Opera, Ballet.

Education Work: Workshops & talks relating to our current productions.

What is the age range of the activities?

Production dependent - pre-school to adult.

Sample programme of the activities:

Sunshine on Leith, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre, Blaze, The Adventures of Pinocchio (Opera North) The Secret Garden - our Christmas show. www.secretgardenmusical.co.uk

What materials to you provide or suggest groups bring to support the visit?

Many shows have Education Resources for teachers. We also offer Theatre Talks & Tours.

What are the minimum and maximum group sizes and the free Teacher Ratio?

School parties and Youth Groups of 10 or more qualify for amazingly discounted seats for young people on appropriate productions (excluding some Fri and Sat evenings). Tickets are usually £7.50 each (including Theatre Development Fund*) plus 1 adult goes FREE per every 10 young people paid for. Additional accompanying adults will be charged at the group discounted rate. Seats may be restricted to certain parts of the auditorium. Your tickets can be reserved without payment up to 6 weeks before the performance. Please contact the Group Sales Department to discuss your visit on 0131 529 6005 or at groups@eft.co.uk.

* The Theatres Development Fund will protect the future of the Festival and King’s Theatres. Every penny raised will be directed solely at the improvement of our buildings and their equipment

Do you have or how do you arrange risk assessment?

Our Risk Assessment Statement can be downloaded here: http://www.fctt.org.uk/education_events/schools.aspx

Do you offer Teacher familiarisation days?

We have a booklet called 'getting the most out of your visit' which we issue with all school bookings.

What facilities are there for school groups for food and drink, shop etc?

We have a cafe and offer spaces that can be reserved for packed lunches. We are located near to many eateries and parks.

Is specific clothing required?

No

Do you have first aid on site?

Yes, we have a dedicated first aid room, in house first aiders and St John's Ambulance first aiders present at all performances.

Are there any restrictions on photos, copyright etc?

No audio or visual recording of any kind to take place during performances.

Additional information.

Please visit www.festivaltheatre.org.uk or contact education@eft.co.uk for enquiries.