Arriving at the National Theatre
The accessible entrance to the Olivier Theatre and Lyttelton Theatre is at the front of the building where there is a ramp in front of Kitchen restaurant. There is also ramp access into the Dorfman Theatre and the barrier on Stage Door Avenue is always up offering close drop off facilities.
All entrances have wide, glass swing doors.
There is a ramp leading down into the Lyttelton Foyer on the ground floor from the new entrance.
The floor in the main entrance foyer is a combination of carpets, granite and a hard brick surface by the four main lifts.
The Terrace Bar and Olivier Café have hardwood floors. The rest of the building is carpeted, with the cloakrooms, Lyttelton Long Bar and all other bars edged with granite paving.
Wheelchair Loan
If you'd like to borrow a wheelchair for access to your theatre seat, please phone 020 7452 3000 or email boxoffice@nationaltheatre.org.uk in advance of your visit.
Access Facilities
- Relaxed performances are aimed at anyone who would benefit from a more relaxed performance environment including people with an autistic spectrum condition, sensory or communication disorders, or a learning disability.
- Braille and Large Print cast lists for all productions.
- Infra-red audio head sets and personal neck loops available.
- Assistance dogs are welcome and can be taken into the auditoriums.
- Contego wireless audio amplification available for partially hearing people for Backstage Tours.
For more information about these facilities and services:
Call 020 7452 3000 or email access@nationaltheatre.org.uk