The Hexagon

The Hexagon is a multi-purpose entertainment venue in the heart of Reading, hosting an eclectic mix of entertainers from big name Comedians, Spectacular Musicals, Children's Shows, Classical Concerts, Opera, Pantomime, Theatre, Dance and everything in between.

Built in 1977 by Robert Matthew Johnson Marshall (RMJM) in the Brutalist style of modernist architecture, the venue's capacity varies from 1,200 to 1,686 depending on the programme.

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Address

Queen Walk
Reading
Berks
RG1 7UA
United Kingdom

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Contact

The Hexagon is closed to personal callers until further notice. The Box Office phone lines will be closed from Tuesday 24 March

Please direct all queries to hexagonboxoffice@gmail.com

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Touch Tours

Additional touch tours are available on selected shows to help familiarise blind and visually impaired theatre -goers with characters, sets and costumes and provide extra detail to allow patrons to fully engage with the production.

Touch tours usually last approximately 30 minutes and take place an hour before the show. Places are strictly limited and must be booked in advance.

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