Edinburgh Fringe Spaces
Below you can find out more about each of our Edinburgh Fringe venues.
Please note that we only operate these spaces during August, outside of this they are operated by the Edinburgh University Students Association (Courtyard and Dome) and the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (Pleasance @ EICC). Our venues are purpose built for the festival and with the exception of a few, do not operate as performance venues outside of the festival.
You can find out more about more about Edinburgh Fringe programming, our deal and how to get involved by reading our FAQs page and our Performer Information Pack attached below.
You can find venue specific access information below. While all of our spaces are wheelchair accessible for audiences, some of our stages, technical positions and back of house areas are not - so please consult this information to find a venue suitable to your requirements.
If you have any questions regarding venue accessibility whatsoever, please to get in touch with us on [email protected] or 02076196868 and a member of our team will be able to answer your questions.
Accessible Toilets
We have multiple accessible toilets available on site, however these are all public - we have no accessible toilets back of house. A full list of our accessible toilets by proximity to our different venues are:
- Pleasance Courtyard
- Pleasance One Foyer
- This is the closest accessible toilet for Pleasance One, Above, Below, Cabaret Bar, Beneath, Beyond, Upstairs, Pleasance Two, Beside & The Green.
- Grand Foyer
- This is the closest accessible toilet for Grand, Baby Grand, Bunker 1, Bunker 2 & Bunker 3.
- Crags Bar
- This is the closest accessible toilet for Forth
- Outside Attic
- This is the closest accessible toilet for Attic & Cellar.
- Pleasance One Foyer
- Pleasance Dome
- Main Bar
- This accessible toilet serves all Dome venues.
- Main Bar
- Pleasance @ EICC
- There are multiple accessible toilets throughout the EICC on every floor.
Break Out Spaces
Due to constraints on space, we don’t have pre-allocated breakout/chill out spaces associated with each venue. However, if you require this, please let us know and we will try our best to accommodate you with a space as near as possible to your venue.
Accessible Performances
We are keen to support performing artists and companies to make their work more accessible by offering enhancements to all or individual shows in their run, whether relaxed, BSL interpreted, captioned, audio described or accompanied by a touch tour. We encourage you to discuss this with us at the earliest opportunity.
Pleasance x Playwell Preventative Care & Wellbeing Support
This programme offers free preventative care, mental health and wellbeing support to all Pleasance Participants throughout the Fringe. Developed and coordinated by Lauren Silver, a Preventative Care Consultant, Clown and Associate Artist at Pleasance. The programme includes signposting, artist care workshops, access to the PlanWell Fringe Mental Health Risk Assessment, and onsite services and support during the Festival. A full rundown of the programme and how to make use of the resources available to Pleasance artists are circulated in the immediate run up to the festival commencing.
Audience Accessibility Information
For accessibility information for audiences visiting the Pleasance's Edinburgh Fringe venues, please visit our Edinburgh Venue Information & Accessibility page.
Small Venues (up to 89 capacity)
In our small venues, a performing company can expect a shared turnaround of 15 minutes including audience leaving and entering the space.
PLEASANCE COURTYARD
Capacity: 46
Description: An 'end on' stage layout with full upstage blacks and black hardboard covered stage.
Tech Spec & Plans: Venue Tech Specs (Please note that these are live documents and can change at various points during pre-production.)
As standard we do not publish the .vwx file online, but a Vectorworks file can be obtained by emailing Edinburgh technical team.
360 Degree Photos:
From Auditorium - show lighting
Access:
There is step free access onto stage and into the dressing room, which is located in the adjacent room. There is one step up to the control position.
Additional Information:
Further information can be found on our FAQ pages, and by emailing the Edinburgh technical team.
PLEASANCE COURTYARD
Capacity: 46
Description: A hardboard covered stage with seats on two sides.
Tech Spec & Plans: Venue Tech Specs (Please note that these are live documents and can change at various points during pre-production.)
As standard we do not publish the .vwx file online, but a Vectorworks file can be obtained by emailing Edinburgh technical team.
360 Degree Photos:
From Auditorium - show lighting
Access:
There is step free access onto stage and into the dressing room, which is located behind the stage. There is one step up to the control position.
Additional Information:
Further information can be found on our FAQ pages, and by emailing the Edinburgh technical team.
PLEASANCE COURTYARD
Capacity: 50
Description: Thrust theatre space with full perimeter blacks and black hardboard covered stage.
Tech Spec & Plans: Venue Tech Specs (Please note that these are live documents and can change at various points during pre-production.)
As standard we do not publish the .vwx file online, but a Vectorworks file can be obtained by emailing Edinburgh technical team.
360 Degree Photos:
Access:
There is step free access onto stage and into the dressing room, which is located in the adjacent room. The control position has step free access but is located in a small alcove to the side of stage.
Additional Information:
Further information can be found on our FAQ pages, and by emailing the Edinburgh technical team.
PLEASANCE COURTYARD
Capacity: 55
Description: An end on theatre space with full perimeter blacks and black hardboard covered stage.
Tech Spec & Plans: Venue Tech Specs (Please note that these are live documents and can change at various points during pre-production.)
As standard we do not publish the .vwx file online, but a Vectorworks file can be obtained by emailing Edinburgh technical team.
360 Degree Photos:
From Auditorium - Show Lighting
Access:
There is step free access onto stage and into the dressing room, however the access lift to go between is located in the main courtyard area. Given the distance required to travel, it is a less ideal venue for performers who require use of the lift and dressing room. There is no step free access to the control position which is located at the top of the seating rake.
Additional Information:
Further information can be found on our FAQ pages, and by emailing the Edinburgh technical team.
PLEASANCE COURTYARD
Capacity: 56
Description: A thrust theatre space with a hardboard covered stage.
Photos, Tech Specs & Plans: Venue Tech Specs (Please note that these are live documents and can change at various points during pre-production.)
As standard we do not publish the .vwx file online, but a Vectorworks file can be obtained by emailing Edinburgh technical team.
360 Degree Photos:
Access:
There is step free access onto stage and into the dressing room, which is located in the adjacent room. There is one step up to the control position.
Additional Information:
Further information can be found on our FAQ pages, and by emailing the Edinburgh technical team.
PLEASANCE COURTYARD
Capacity: 56
Description: A thrust theatre space with a hardboard covered stage.
Photos, Tech Specs & Plans: Venue Tech Specs (Please note that these are live documents and can change at various points during pre-production.)
As standard we do not publish the .vwx file online, but a Vectorworks file can be obtained by emailing Edinburgh technical team.
360 Degree Photos:
Access:
There is step free access onto stage and into the dressing room, which is located in the adjacent room. There is one step up to the control position.
Additional Information:
Further information can be found on our FAQ pages, and by emailing the Edinburgh technical team.
PLEASANCE COURTYARD
Capacity: 60
Description: An Airclad structure in the Kidzone Section of the courtyard.
Photos, Tech Specs & Plans: Venue Tech Specs (Please note that these are live documents and can change at various points during pre-production.)
As standard we do not publish the .vwx file online, but a Vectorworks file can be obtained by emailing Edinburgh technical team.
360 Degree Photos:
Access:
There is step free access onto stage and into the dressing room, which is located behind the stage. There is step free access to the control position, the desk is raised as standard but can be replaced with a lower one on request - please discuss this as early as possible with our team.
Additional Information:
Further information can be found on our FAQ pages, and by emailing the Edinburgh technical team.
PLEASANCE COURTYARD
Capacity: 66
Description: A thrust theatre space with upstage blacks and a hardboard covered stage.
Photos, Tech Specs & Plans: Venue Tech Specs (Please note that these are live documents and can change at various points during pre-production.)
As standard we do not publish the .vwx file online, but a Vectorworks file can be obtained by emailing Edinburgh technical team.
360 Degree Photos:
From Auditorium - Show Lighting
Access:
There is step free access onto stage and into the dressing room, which is located in the adjacent room. There is one step up to the control position.
Additional Information:
Further information can be found on our FAQ pages, and by emailing the Edinburgh technical team.
PLEASANCE DOME
Capacity: 75
Description: An end on theatre space with full perimeter blacks and black hardboard covered stage.
Photos, Tech Specs & Plans: Venue Tech Specs (Please note that these are live documents and can change at various points during pre-production.)
As standard we do not publish the .vwx file online, but a Vectorworks file can be obtained by emailing Edinburgh technical team.
360 Degree Photos:
From Auditorium - show lighting
Access:
There is step free access onto stage and into the dressing room, which is located in the adjacent room. There is no step free access to the control position which is located at the top of the seating rake.
Additional Information:
Further information can be found on our FAQ pages, and by emailing the Edinburgh technical team.
PLEASANCE DOME
Capacity: 83
Description: An end on theatre space with full perimeter blacks and black hardboard covered stage. It plays well with any genre of theatre or comedy.
Photos, Tech Specs & Plans: Venue Tech Specs (Please note that these are live documents and can change at various points during pre-production.)
As standard we do not publish the .vwx file online, but a Vectorworks file can be obtained by emailing Edinburgh technical team.
360 Degree Photos:
Access:
There is step free access onto stage and into the dressing room (only outside of showtimes), which is located in the adjacent room. There is no step free access to the control position which is located half way up the seating rake. Step free access to the venue is via the Ace Dome lift, through the backstage areas of Ace Dome and King Dome and down a temporary ramp - as such this is a less ideal venue for performer who require step free access.
Additional Information:
Further information can be found on our FAQ pages, and by emailing the Edinburgh technical team.
Medium Venues (90-174 capacity)
In our medium venues, a performing company can expect a shared turnaround of 15 to 30 minutes including audience leaving and entering the space.
PLEASANCE COURTYARD
Capacity: 91
Description: A thrust theatre space with upstage blacks and a hardboard covered stage.
Photos, Tech Specs & Plans: Venue Tech Specs (Please note that these are live documents and can change at various points during pre-production.)
As standard we do not publish the .vwx file online, but a Vectorworks file can be obtained by emailing Edinburgh technical team.
360 Degree Photos:
From Auditorium - show lighting
Access:
There is step free access onto stage and into the dressing room on the level above via the access lift. There is no step free access to the control position which is located at the top of the seating rake.
Additional Information:
Further information can be found on our FAQ pages, and by emailing the Edinburgh technical team.
PLEASANCE COURTYARD
Capacity: 95
Description: A thrust theatre space with upstage blacks and a hardboard covered stage.
Photos, Tech Specs & Plans: Venue Tech Specs (Please note that these are live documents and can change at various points during pre-production.)
As standard we do not publish the .vwx file online, but a Vectorworks file can be obtained by emailing Edinburgh technical team.
360 Degree Photos:
From Auditorium - show lighting
Access:
There is step free access onto stage and into the dressing room which is backstage. There is one step up to the control position.
Additional Information:
Further information can be found on our FAQ pages, and by emailing the Edinburgh technical team.
PLEASANCE COURTYARD
Capacity: 102
Description: A thrust theatre space with upstage blacks and black hardboard covered stage.
Photos, Tech Specs & Plans: Venue Tech Specs (Please note that these are live documents and can change at various points during pre-production.)
As standard we do not publish the .vwx file online, but a Vectorworks file can be obtained by emailing Edinburgh technical team.
360 Degree Photos:
There is step free access onto stage and into the dressing room on the level above via the access lift outside of showtimes. There is no step free access to the control position which is located at the top of the seating rake.
Additional Information:
Further information can be found on our FAQ pages, and by emailing the Edinburgh technical team.
PLEASANCE DOME
Capacity: 115
Description: An end on theatre space with upstage blacks and black hardboard covered, raised stage.
Photos, Tech Specs & Plans: Venue Tech Specs (Please note that these are live documents and can change at various points during pre-production.)
As standard we do not publish the .vwx file online, but a Vectorworks file can be obtained by emailing Edinburgh technical team.
360 Degree Photos:
Access:
There can be step free access onto stage on request by installing a ramp during the venue build, please discuss this as early as possible with our team. There is step free access into the dressing room which is located in the adjacent room. There is step free access to the control position, but this is located in the bar with a raised counter
Additional Information:
Further information can be found on our FAQ pages, and by emailing the Edinburgh technical team.
PLEASANCE COURTYARD
Capacity: 146
Description: An end on theatre space with full perimeter blacks and black hardboard covered stage.
Photos, Tech Specs & Plans: Venue Tech Specs (Please note that these are live documents and can change at various points during pre-production.)
As standard we do not publish the .vwx file online, but a Vectorworks file can be obtained by emailing Edinburgh technical team.
360 Degree Photos:
From Auditorium - show lighting
Access:
There is step free access onto stage and into the dressing room, however the access lift to go between is located in the main courtyard area. Given the distance required to travel, it is a less ideal venue for performers who require use of the lift and dressing room. There is no step free access to the control position which is located at the top of the seating rake.
Additional Information:
Further information can be found on our FAQ pages, and by emailing the Edinburgh technical team.
PLEASANCE COURTYARD
Capacity: 158
Description: An end on theatre in a listed building with full blacks and black hardboard covered stage.
Photos, Tech Specs & Plans: Venue Tech Specs (Please note that these are live documents and can change at various points during pre-production.)
As standard we do not publish the .vwx file online, but a Vectorworks file can be obtained by emailing Edinburgh technical team.
360 Degree Photos:
From Auditorium - show lighting
Access:
There is step free access onto stage but not into the dressing room which is a temporary structure on top of a shipping container with steps leading up to it. There is no step free access to the control position which is located at the top of the seating rake.
Additional Information:
Further information can be found on our FAQ pages, and by emailing the Edinburgh technical team.
PLEASANCE COURTYARD
Capacity: 170
Description: A cabaret space with full blacks and bar.
Photos, Tech Specs & Plans: Venue Tech Specs (Please note that these are live documents and can change at various points during pre-production.)
As standard we do not publish the .vwx file online, but a Vectorworks file can be obtained by emailing Edinburgh technical team.
360 Degree Photos:
From Auditorium - show lighting
Access:
There is no step free access onto the small raised stage or into the dressing room both of which are located on the lower level of the venue. There is step free access into the control position at the back of the venue.
Additional Information:
Further information can be found on our FAQ pages, and by emailing the Edinburgh technical team.
PLEASANCE DOME
Capacity: 174
Description: A semi thrust theatre space with full perimeter blacks and black hardboard covered stage.
Photos, Tech Specs & Plans: Venue Tech Specs (Please note that these are live documents and can change at various points during pre-production.)
As standard we do not publish the .vwx file online, but a Vectorworks file can be obtained by emailing Edinburgh technical team.
360 Degree Photos:
From Auditorium - show lighting
Access:
There is step free access onto stage and into the dressing room, which is located in the adjacent room. There is no step free access to the control position which is located at the top of the seating rake.
Additional Information:
Further information can be found on our FAQ pages, and by emailing the Edinburgh technical team.
PLEASANCE DOME
Capacity: 174
Description: An end on theatre space with full perimeter blacks and black hardboard covered stage.
Photos, Tech Specs & Plans: Venue Tech Specs (Please note that these are live documents and can change at various points during pre-production.)
As standard we do not publish the .vwx file online, but a Vectorworks file can be obtained by emailing Edinburgh technical team.
360 Degree Photos:
From Auditorium - show lighting
Access:
There is step free access onto stage and into the dressing room, which is located backstage and only accessible outside of showtime. There is no step free access to the control position which is located at the top of the seating rake.
Additional Information:
Further information can be found on our FAQ pages, and by emailing the Edinburgh technical team.
Large Venues (175-399 capacity)
In our large venues, a performing company can expect a shared turnaround of 30 minutes including audience leaving and entering the space.
PLEASANCE COURTYARD
Capacity: 257
Description: A semi thrust performance space with full blacks and black hardboard covered stage.
Photos, Tech Specs & Plans: Venue Tech Specs (Please note that these are live documents and can change at various points during pre-production.)
As standard we do not publish the .vwx file online, but a Vectorworks file can be obtained by emailing Edinburgh technical team.
360 Degree Photos:
From Auditorium - show lighting
Access:
There is step free access onto stage and a dressing room with step free access can be arranged on request. There is no step free access to the control position which is located at the top of the seating rake.
Additional Information:
Further information can be found on our FAQ pages, and by emailing the Edinburgh technical team.
PLEASANCE COURTYARD
Capacity: 299
Description: A raised stage proscenium arch theatre space, with full blacks and black hardboard covered stage.
Photos, Tech Specs & Plans: Venue Tech Specs (Please note that these are live documents and can change at various points during pre-production.)
As standard we do not publish the .vwx file online, but a Vectorworks file can be obtained by emailing Edinburgh technical team.
360 Degree Photos:
From Auditorium - show lighting
Access:
There is no step free access to the stage which is raised or the dressing room which is located backstage. There is no step free access to the control position which is located above the top of the seating rake.
Additional Information:
Further information can be found on our FAQ pages, and by emailing the Edinburgh technical team.
PLEASANCE COURTYARD
Capacity: 336
Description: An end on space with slightly raised stage.
Photos, Tech Specs & Plans: Venue Tech Specs (Please note that these are live documents and can change at various points during pre-production.)
As standard we do not publish the .vwx file online, but a Vectorworks file can be obtained by emailing Edinburgh technical team.
Access:
There is step free access onto stage and into the dressing room, which is located in the adjacent room. There is no step free access to the control position which is located at the top of the seating rake.
Additional Information:
Further information can be found on our FAQ pages, and by emailing the Edinburgh technical team.
EICC
Capacity: 375
Description: An End On space with flexible size stage.
Access:
Step free access onto stage is possible via a temporary ramp, please request this in advance. There is step free access into the dressing room. There is no step free access to the control position as standard but an alternate solution is available on request.
Very Large Venues (over 400 capacity)
In our very large venues, a performing company can expect a minimum shared turnaround of 60 minutes including audience leaving and entering the space.
PLEASANCE COURTYARD
Capacity: 750
Description: An arena style theatre space with full perimeter blacks.
Photos, Tech Specs & Plans: Venue Tech Specs (Please note that these are live documents and can change at various points during pre-production.)
As standard we do not publish the .vwx file online, but a Vectorworks file can be obtained by emailing Edinburgh technical team.
360 Degree Photos:
From Auditorium - show lighting
Additional Information:
Further information can be found on our FAQ pages, and by emailing the Edinburgh technical team.
EICC
Capacity: 600-1200
Description: A proscenium arch space with flexible size stage, tiered seating rake and a flexible capacity of 600 to 1200 seats.
Access:
There is step free access onto stage and into the dressing room. There is no step free access to the control position as standard but an alternate solution is available on request.
EICC
Capacity: 800-1300
Description: An End On space with flexible size stage, tiered seating rake and a flexible capacity of 800 to 1300 seats.
Access:
There is step free access onto stage and into the dressing room. There is no step free access to the control position as standard but an alternate solution is available on request.
Resources
*please note information is for reference only and subject to change in the run up to the festival.