Bristol Hippodrome
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Designed by Frank Matcham, the Bristol Hippodrome is bursting with history and architectural opulence. Our exciting tour is full to the brim with interesting facts and tales of the stars who have performed on our impressive stage. With stories of both tragedy and hilarity throughout, this tour is sure to keep all entertained.
The tour will be concluded with refreshments in our Piano Bar giving you some time to soak in the theatrical sights and chat about your favourite stories from the day.
Tours will last approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours.
Tours do not include show ticket and are subject to availability. Routes may change and involve a number of stairs.
Backstage access is subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed.
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VENUE TOUR AND IS NOT A PERFORMANCE.
If you have any access needs, please do get in touch before your visit via email.
Private tours can also be arranged upon request. Please contact [email protected]
Bristol Hippodrome
The Bristol Hippodrome, the city’s very own West End theatre, opened its doors on 16 December 1912 when the curtain rose for the first time on what was generally agreed to be Oswald Stoll’s most magnificent provincial theatre.
It is a superb example of the grand architecture of the late Victorian era and is one of the masterpieces of design by Frank Matcham, the most eminent theatre architect of his time.
Towards the beginning of the century, the theatre staged a variety of acts as a Music Hall. Since then, and due to the fact that it has one of the largest theatre stages in Britain, The Bristol Hippodrome has established itself on the touring circuit for all major musical productions, thus becoming known as Bristol’s West End Theatre.
Bristol Hippodrome
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