
South Street Membership
Become a Member and be a part of South Street's exciting future by supporting the venue.
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South Street is situated just to the South of Reading's town centre, 5 minutes from the Oracle Riverside, and boasts two performance spaces. The small-scale programme focuses on critically acclaimed touring theatre, music, comedy & spoken word.
SITELINES is a programme of off-site work curated by South Street, encompassing everything that doesn't fit a traditional theatre space. Find out more about SITELINES
South Street supports the development of new performance work for Reading audiences and beyond. Find out more about our Resident Artists.
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South Street's Main Theatre seated capacity is 142 with a 4m depth stage area (ideal for comedy and music) or 112 with a 6m stage depth (ideal for theatre and dance). The seating is raked. Standing capacity is 220.
Hire costs
Sunday - Thursday - £100 per hour
Friday, Saturday or bank holidays - £150 per hour
Includes 1 technician, PA use, screen and projector use, fully licensed and staffed bar.
The Studio is a flexible space and can seat up to 60 or 100 standing.
Hire costs
Day rate:
Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 4.30pm - £150 + VAT
Hourly rate:
Commercial hire / Private party - £45 per hour + VAT
Charity/Not for Profit/Community - £35 per hour + VAT
Minimum 2 hour booking on all hourly rates. All room hires with services subject to VAT. Resource hire prices available upon request.
To check availability and for further details please call 0118 937 3456 or email Jane Ibbotson. Please note: Jane works Mon-Thurs, 9.30-2.30pm.