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The Britannia Panopticon is generally open Thursdays through Saturdays from 12pm to 4pm. Check with venue for special events and restrictions.
This one hour tour of the building explores all areas, including the understage, backstage, and many other secret areas never seen on a normal visit.
Your tour guide will reveal the theatre’s fascinating history, and highlight tales of its stars, its shows and even its ghosts.
Tours cost £7.5. Duration 1 hour. Maximum of 25 people per tour.
Visitors with restricted mobility will have limited access as the tour includes lots of steps. Comfortable shoes are recommended.
There is no better way to get into the magic of Theatre than with an expertly guided Tour! Book now to see our 123-year-old historic building in all its glory, and we mean all - learn about its past, present, and future, on this access all areas 1-hour experience.
Located opposite the infamous Richmond Palace, discover more about our Theatre in an exciting way; including the historical beauty of our Grade II listed building, and other intriguing facts, as you join us for one of our expertly Guided Tours.
Each tour begins at 11am and will run for approximately 1hr - please allow a total of 90 mins to include time for questions. If you’re interested in booking a private tour for a small group, please contact richmondboxoffice@theambassadors.com for times and pricing.
There is no better way to get into the magic of Theatre than with an expertly guided Tour! Book now to see our 123-year-old historic building in all its glory, and we mean all - learn about its past, present, and future, on this access all areas 1-hour experience.
Located opposite the infamous Richmond Palace, discover more about our Theatre in an exciting way; including the historical beauty of our Grade II listed building, and other intriguing facts, as you join us for one of our expertly Guided Tours.
Each tour begins at 11am and will run for approximately 1hr - please allow a total of 90 mins to include time for questions. If you’re interested in booking a private tour for a small group, please contact richmondboxoffice@theambassadors.com for times and pricing.
On Saturday 15th July, the theatre will invite friends and new visitors of the venue to come and experience the magic of Richmond Theatre from a whole new perspective. They will be throwing their doors open for audiences to explore backstage areas normally not accessible to the public and discover the history of the venue. There will be opportunities to take centre stage or learn technical skills used to make your favourite stories come alive onstage.
There is no better way to get into the magic of Theatre than with an expertly guided Tour! Book now to see our 123-year-old historic building in all its glory, and we mean all - learn about its past, present, and future, on this access all areas 1-hour experience.
Located opposite the infamous Richmond Palace, discover more about our Theatre in an exciting way; including the historical beauty of our Grade II listed building, and other intriguing facts, as you join us for one of our expertly Guided Tours.
Each tour begins at 11am and will run for approximately 1hr - please allow a total of 90 mins to include time for questions. If you’re interested in booking a private tour for a small group, please contact richmondboxoffice@theambassadors.com for times and pricing.
Go behind-the-scenes with a guided tour of our iconic theatres.
Perfect for people who want to find out more about the history and restoration of the Lyceum, or the brutalism of the Crucible.
Our Theatre Tours give you access to the non-public areas of our three theatres, the Crucible, Lyceum and Playhouse, including the backstage and cast areas. Allow up to 2 hours 30 minutes for the tour. All tickets £15.
Please note that Sheffield Theatres are fully working theatres. Each tour is unique and varies depending upon what is available on the day. Plans may be altered at short notice so we cannot guarantee in advance which areas you will visit.
Go behind-the-scenes with a guided tour of our iconic theatres.
Perfect for people who want to find out more about the history and restoration of the Lyceum, or the brutalism of the Crucible.
Our Theatre Tours give you access to the non-public areas of our three theatres, the Crucible, Lyceum and Playhouse, including the backstage and cast areas. Allow up to 2 hours 30 minutes for the tour. All tickets £15.
Please note that Sheffield Theatres are fully working theatres. Each tour is unique and varies depending upon what is available on the day. Plans may be altered at short notice so we cannot guarantee in advance which areas you will visit.
There is no better way to get into the magic of Theatre than with an expertly guided Tour! Book now to see our 123-year-old historic building in all its glory, and we mean all - learn about its past, present, and future, on this access all areas 1-hour experience.
Located opposite the infamous Richmond Palace, discover more about our Theatre in an exciting way; including the historical beauty of our Grade II listed building, and other intriguing facts, as you join us for one of our expertly Guided Tours.
Each tour begins at 11am and will run for approximately 1hr - please allow a total of 90 mins to include time for questions. If you’re interested in booking a private tour for a small group, please contact richmondboxoffice@theambassadors.com for times and pricing.
Go behind-the-scenes with a guided tour of our iconic theatres.
Perfect for people who want to find out more about the history and restoration of the Lyceum, or the brutalism of the Crucible.
Our Theatre Tours give you access to the non-public areas of our three theatres, the Crucible, Lyceum and Playhouse, including the backstage and cast areas. Allow up to 2 hours 30 minutes for the tour. All tickets £15.
Please note that Sheffield Theatres are fully working theatres. Each tour is unique and varies depending upon what is available on the day. Plans may be altered at short notice so we cannot guarantee in advance which areas you will visit.
There is no better way to get into the magic of Theatre than with an expertly guided Tour! Book now to see our 123-year-old historic building in all its glory, and we mean all - learn about its past, present, and future, on this access all areas 1-hour experience.
Located opposite the infamous Richmond Palace, discover more about our Theatre in an exciting way; including the historical beauty of our Grade II listed building, and other intriguing facts, as you join us for one of our expertly Guided Tours.
Each tour begins at 11am and will run for approximately 1hr - please allow a total of 90 mins to include time for questions. If you’re interested in booking a private tour for a small group, please contact richmondboxoffice@theambassadors.com for times and pricing.
Go behind-the-scenes with a guided tour of our iconic theatres.
Perfect for people who want to find out more about the history and restoration of the Lyceum, or the brutalism of the Crucible.
Our Theatre Tours give you access to the non-public areas of our three theatres, the Crucible, Lyceum and Playhouse, including the backstage and cast areas. Allow up to 2 hours 30 minutes for the tour. All tickets £15.
Please note that Sheffield Theatres are fully working theatres. Each tour is unique and varies depending upon what is available on the day. Plans may be altered at short notice so we cannot guarantee in advance which areas you will visit.
Go behind-the-scenes with a guided tour of our iconic theatres.
Perfect for people who want to find out more about the history and restoration of the Lyceum, or the brutalism of the Crucible.
Our Theatre Tours give you access to the non-public areas of our three theatres, the Crucible, Lyceum and Playhouse, including the backstage and cast areas. Allow up to 2 hours 30 minutes for the tour. All tickets £15.
Please note that Sheffield Theatres are fully working theatres. Each tour is unique and varies depending upon what is available on the day. Plans may be altered at short notice so we cannot guarantee in advance which areas you will visit.
There is no better way to get into the magic of Theatre than with an expertly guided Tour! Book now to see our 123-year-old historic building in all its glory, and we mean all - learn about its past, present, and future, on this access all areas 1-hour experience.
Located opposite the infamous Richmond Palace, discover more about our Theatre in an exciting way; including the historical beauty of our Grade II listed building, and other intriguing facts, as you join us for one of our expertly Guided Tours.
Each tour begins at 11am and will run for approximately 1hr - please allow a total of 90 mins to include time for questions. If you’re interested in booking a private tour for a small group, please contact richmondboxoffice@theambassadors.com for times and pricing.
Go behind-the-scenes with a guided tour of our iconic theatres.
Perfect for people who want to find out more about the history and restoration of the Lyceum, or the brutalism of the Crucible.
Our Theatre Tours give you access to the non-public areas of our three theatres, the Crucible, Lyceum and Playhouse, including the backstage and cast areas. Allow up to 2 hours 30 minutes for the tour. All tickets £15.
Please note that Sheffield Theatres are fully working theatres. Each tour is unique and varies depending upon what is available on the day. Plans may be altered at short notice so we cannot guarantee in advance which areas you will visit.
There is no better way to get into the magic of Theatre than with an expertly guided Tour! Book now to see our 123-year-old historic building in all its glory, and we mean all - learn about its past, present, and future, on this access all areas 1-hour experience.
Located opposite the infamous Richmond Palace, discover more about our Theatre in an exciting way; including the historical beauty of our Grade II listed building, and other intriguing facts, as you join us for one of our expertly Guided Tours.
Each tour begins at 11am and will run for approximately 1hr - please allow a total of 90 mins to include time for questions. If you’re interested in booking a private tour for a small group, please contact richmondboxoffice@theambassadors.com for times and pricing.
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