This is a lovely little theatre, my only gripes are the lack of parking nearby (probably not the theatres fault) and the limited leg room. I sat on the front row of the balcony and my knees were squashed!
Went and watched Les Musicals, lovely little theatre which was beautiful inside.
Had a fantastic evening at the Joe Brown's 60th anniversary tour
Beautiful old place. Wonderful architecture and fab events playing.
Went to see Russel Howard beautiful building, great show and spotless toilets.
A very enjoyable evening, parking was very good, the play was excellent, unfortunately the theatre had seen better days and was looking shabby but that didn't detract from the experience.
Watched Majesty Queen tribute. The venue was great, the band superb. Go see!
Only went in see what is coming up, hopefully leading to a visit or two in the near future.
Beautiful venue amazing staff. They were very helpful. Cracking gig with Leo Sayer xx
Lovely theatre. Quality of the experience will vary according to the performance you go to see but the parts that have been renovated look great, the bar areas are fine (upstairs is particularly nice) and staff are friendly. Always look forward to going there.
Nice and friendly car parking is easy just a short walk from the theatre children boster seating are available to you
Beautiful historic building, but facilities inadequate, seats cramped with little legroom. Great acoustics, great staff.
We had a brilliant evening marvin gaye tribute ,was brilliant.Staff were very helpful .Wonderful venue not enough people attending though.
Went to see comedian Tom Stade, laughed from start to finish and loved the classic venue!
It was just so relaxing and enjoyable. We saw Swan Lake.
Pantomime is fantastic. Couldn't fault it!
Bar staff however are a different matter - Stood waiting to be served during the interval and I was ignored by both female bar staff who turned to serve male customers - how rude!!
The theater is lovely but the surrounding area wasn't great as the walk from the carpark isn't signposted very well.
Lovely little theatre with comfy seats and a good atmosphere. Didn't use the bar so can't comment on prices
Attended as part of Portsmouth Festivities. Such a wonderful venue.
Small theatre which makes the performance a lot more intimate. Lovely venue
Went there to see ^The Drifters^ they were Absolutely Brilliant . And The Theatre Royal was Wonderful, A Very Elegant Theatre xxx
Portsmouth is lucky to have two vintage theatres. This one had a refurbished years ago but still retains much of the old charm. I've seen a variety of shows here, music, theatre, pantomime and it's a wonderful auditorium. The acoustics are good, the birds from the stalls is excellent and the bar serves a great range of ales. Well recommend.
The staff were very kind and were always on hand to answer any questions any patrons had, really e joyed my visit here and will happily go again soon.
Lovely old theatre. Nicely done. Staff were helpful.
Great backstage staff and a pleasure to work with them on Take The High Road
Just watch Joseph and the amazing technicolour dreamcoat and it was absolutely amazing performance! All the cast did great and the story was soo true throughout! Highly recommend and will be back to watch again. Well done guys!
Small theatre in the centre of Portsmouth. I saw Monty Pythons Spamalot at this venue last winter and the show was awesome, but unluckily it was a little bit cold inside.
We saw the Nutcracker a musical. It was amazing! Love the actors, costumes and stage.
Attended the Beauty and the beast 2017 Xmas production. Excellent production, a theatre full of character and a quite apt setting. Frederick the sailor, superb. Will, beautys' brother , hilarious. Well worth the money and will be attending again.
Lovely traditional theatre with nice original features, good seating and easy access. Saw Comedian Tom Stade, who was great fun.
Great place and a fantastic evening seeing my granddaughters in their show dancing divas.
Helpful staff. Easy to navigate round! Great pricing on tickets. Saw Rob Beckett there and he was amazing!
Great place. Warm without being hot, comfy seats, great sound, easy to order/get drinks and friendly staff!!
Nice theatre, staff do their best to make things work but organisation of book signings need attention
A beautiful theatre with atmosphere. Great views from the front row of dress circle. Staff friendly and helpful. Bar with hot and cold drinks and snacks.
It was a lovely theatre like it alot. Good pub across the way also before the show
Just watched a performance of 'Oliver' at New theatre royal. Very good indeed, brilliant performance by Fagin and artful dodger and Bill sykes. Well done! And all the supporting cast too. Lovely
Lovely venue, been a visitor here for many a year. Offers a good selection of music, comedy and drama. Just as good as any London theatre in my humble opinion! Seats are a little cramped in some parts and the ladies' loo can be a bit of a wait but otherwise good.
Attend the Shakespeare festival here every year and it's a lovely building with a bar available. Can take drinks in which is a nice bonus. Wear clothing that allows you to take layers off as it can get rather warm.
Lovely little theater. Some great shows on at reasonable prices.
Lovely theatre, the nutcracker was such a great family friendly show
I love this theatre it takes me back to when l was a kid . The decor is beautiful and well maintained seats comfortable good leg room Toilets clean. Have seen many great show's there.
Sadly have to say that the Beauty and the beast has to be the worst show I have ever seen.... No idea where the plot was going... Not even the story of beauty and the beast and just some random bear wandering around the stage. We left half way through and was gutted that I had wasted money on it as it was our family treat for Christmas.
We saw Wind in the Willows which was excellent but the theatre is in desperate need of refurbishment
Came down from Stratford upon Avon to watch the "Made in Dagenham" production by the university students of Chichester.
The show was excellent and I can honestly say these very talented guys and girls could participate in any professional show.
Lovely old theatre, shows it's age in places but access is good and atmosphere is great
Saw Beauty and the beast, brilliant. The guy that played Frederick was amazing, wouldn't be surprised to see him on screen soon
Seen various performances and all of them have been very good. Particularly enjoyed the Terry Pratchett discworld performances.
The New Theatre Royal is our most favourite place to see a show. Drama, panto, comedy etc, they have it all at various times.
Over the years the theatre has been renovated and upgraded. It's certainly worth appreciating if you've been going here for as many years as we (the family) have.
The facilities are very good and the front-of-house staff are all excellent; friendly and helpful. Transport links are excellent, local parking is plentiful (pay by smartphone app or credit card, as well as the usual old method ) and there are shops within a few minutes walk.
I thoroughly recommend N.T.R..
Nice little theatre, easy to get to with an assortment of plays, musical acts and comedian's to visit.
All with a very reasonable ticket price.
Nice little theatre full of history and interesting architecture s
Fantastic theatre if still needing refurb, ongoing.
So ornate. Beautiful building and great place to visit.
Lovely old theatre. Must have been amazing in its time. Needs a little tlc.
Cosy Victorian theatre seating just under 700 people beautiful architecture and the staff are very friendly and helpful.
West Side Story by Uni of Portsmouth was excellent. Theatre well staffed and comfortable.
Nice atmosphere, good seating and you're not far away from the stage. Cosy!
Went here on a school; nice tour, although the staff were not experienced with behaviours, as they were quick to yell at the children. The theatre is nice, and overall good experience, although the head technician thinks an awful lot of himself; his tour was more like a story of why he's so great!
This historic theatre is beautiful, and has a lovely cafe which is a perfect place to meet friends, have meetings. The programming is really varied, so there is something for everyone to enjoy.
I have been visiting very regularly for 8 years (excluding the renovation period of closure) and have been consistently delighted.
Come to enjoy the New Theatre Royal and you will be supporting the theatre itself and the dedicated work of volunteers, staff and the theatre's network of local and national artists of many disciplines that all work towards making it a wonderful treasure for Portsmouth. This theatre strongly supports the creation of new art and is investing its efforts in the local community and education, please support New Theatre Royal by visiting so that it can continue in its excellence.
Lovely old theatre in the heart of the city. It's well worth taking time to look around the inside of the auditorium as the balconies and ceiling are beautifully decorated
Small and nostalgic theatre. Very cosy and has a bar.
New Theatre Royal Portsmouth - A Victorian Gem in the Heart of Portsmouth
If you're looking for a great night out in Portsmouth, look no further than the New Theatre Royal. This beautiful Victorian theatre is located right in the heart of the city and offers a wide range of entertainment options for all ages.
The New Theatre Royal has a rich history dating back to 1856 when it was first built as a music hall. Over the years, it has undergone several renovations and restorations to become one of the most iconic landmarks in Portsmouth.
Today, this stunning theatre boasts an impressive lineup of shows ranging from drama and comedy to musicals and dance performances. Whether you're looking for an evening out with friends or family, there's something for everyone at the New Theatre Royal.
One thing that sets this theatre apart from others is its commitment to showcasing local talent. The New Theatre Royal provides a platform for emerging artists and performers from across Hampshire to showcase their skills on stage.
In addition to its regular shows, the New Theatre Royal also hosts workshops, masterclasses, and other events throughout the year. These events are designed to inspire creativity and provide opportunities for people of all ages to get involved in performing arts.
The theatre itself is a work of art with its ornate Victorian architecture featuring intricate carvings, stained glass windows, and plush velvet seating. It's truly a sight to behold both inside and out.
If you're planning on visiting Portsmouth anytime soon or if you're already living here but haven't yet experienced what this beautiful city has to offer then make sure that your itinerary includes visiting The New Theater Royal!
In conclusion: If you want an unforgettable night out filled with entertainment that will leave you feeling inspired then head over now! With so much going on at any given time there really is something here for everyone – whether it be drama or comedy; musicals or dance performances – come see why locals love this place so much!
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