Winchester

Theatre (historical, thriller)

  • Accessibility:
    Wheelchair Accessible Toilets
    May not apply to all performances. You'll find more information about accessibile performances and how to book tickets in the accessibility tab below.
  • Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
  • Policy applies to: Children under 2 years

Description

Based on the true story of firearm heiress and architect, Sarah Winchester, this original historical thriller tells a strange and unforgettable tale. Sarah became one of the wealthiest women in the world after the untimely death of her husband in 1881. As fate would have it, the rifle that brought Sarah riches also gave rise to menacing guilt and grief over the lives it took. 'Build a house,' a psychic advised her, so she may save her soul and appease the restless dead. And so, Sarah embarked on a 38-year project building the Winchester Mystery House.

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General venue access

  • Wheelchair Accessible Toilets
  • Accessible entry: The audience enter from George IV Bridge, with a couple of steps to enter the building. A temporary ramp is also available. The Studio is located downstairs, via a single width staircase. A lift is also available. The audience enter in the middle of the auditorium. There is a single row with level access, with further seating accessed via a raked centre aisle. Platform lift has a weight limit of 400kg.
  • Wheelchair access type: Temporary Ramp, Lift (Platform Lift)

  • Stairs: 20+
    Number of stairs is provided as guidance and is not in addition to any wheelchair access type (lift/ramp etc) stated above.

Each venue can contain several space with different accessibly information. Visit the venue page for full venue accessibility info


How and when to make an access booking

Our access tickets service is available to anyone who:

  • Would like to book specific accessibility services, e.g. a hearing loop, audio description headsets, captioning units, seating in relation to the location of the BSL interpreter
  • Requires extra assistance when at a venue
  • Has specific seating requirements
  • Is a wheelchair user
  • Requires a complimentary personal assistant ticket to attend a performance

Sam Brooks 19 days ago

Spooky, spooky, and spooky

The Blank Slate Ensemble 23 days ago

We loved this spooky telling of a dark tale, well acted and held strong by it's ensemble work. An ominous play, with an emotional streak, be sure to add it to your fringe list!


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The British Theatre Guide (3/5 stars) 22 days ago

"an entertaining spectacle"

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Broadway Baby (3/5 stars) 24 days ago

The story is fascinating, the production precise and the performances elegant.

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