Portobello Town Hall

147-149 Portobello High Street, Portobello, EH15 1AF

Venue Description

Portobello Town Hall is a versatile community venue offering flexible spaces for a variety of events. With a capacity of up to 800 people (seating 650), the building features a theatre-style setup with a stage and balcony. Historically hosting everything from comedy to musicals, live music to exhibitions, the Town Hall at Edinburgh's seaside is vibrant centre for a diverse range of events.

What makes this venue special?

In the centre of Edinburgh’s seaside, Portobello Town Hall is easily accessible by public transport. It’s a Neoclassical style building dating back to 1914 saved by the community when threatened with closure in 2019. It is now a registered charity run by a board of trustees.

Venue Programming

We welcome all enquiries all types of events.

Genres of Interest: Cabaret and Variety, Children's Shows, Comedy, Dance, Physical Theatre and Circus, Events, Exhibitions, Music, Musicals and Opera, Spoken Word, Theatre
Contact Methods: Please email [email protected]

Venue Manager Contact Details

Kieran Middleton
Telephone: 07880718721
Email: [email protected]

Viewing Details

Viewing throughout the year on request

Disabled Access Information

Wheelchair Accessible Toilet

Venue Facilities

Front of House Staff
Bar

Performance spaces

Town Hall (audience capacity 650)

Performance Space Details - Town Hall (audience capacity 650)

Technical Details

Type of space: Black Box / Gallery Space / Bar Space / Empty Room
Type of stage: Thrust / In the round / Proscenium Arch / Raised / Cabaret Style

Performance Space Accessibility

Wheelchair accessibility for audience

Performance Space Licensing

This performance space does not have an age limit.

Hire Details

Deal Types: Box Office Split / Box Office Split with guarantee / Negotiable / Straight Hire