Kings Theatre Edinburgh

The King's Theatre is a treasured piece of Edinburgh history and a bustling home to popular stage entertainment, staging quality touring drama, kids' shows and Scotland's No.1 panto!

About Kings Theatre Edinburgh

	2 Leven Street, Edinburgh South EH3 9LQ
	01315296000
	Kings Theatre Edinburgh Website
	Facebook information can be found here
	Follow captheatres on Instagram

Listed Under Attractions - Theatres

One of Edinburgh’s most cherished cultural landmarks, the King's Theatre re-opens in 2026 following vital redevelopment work that protects its historic character while modernising facilities for audiences, artists and the wider community.

We take every opportunity to ensure the details for Kings Theatre Edinburgh are accurate, if any of the above information is incorrect we would appreciate if you could take a minute to suggest an edit.

All information (whether in text or photographs) is supplied in good faith but should not be relied upon as being a statement of representation or fact.

Want to be the first to hear about what's happening in Edinburgh? Just hit 'Like' on our What's On Edinburgh Facebook page, join the What's On Scotland Facebook Group or Instagram accounts and you're all set!

Upcoming Events at Kings Theatre Edinburgh

Theatre

The Steamie

5th October 2026 - 10th October 2026

Kings Theatre Edinburgh, Edinburgh South

Step inside a 1950s Glasgow washhouse on Hogmanay, where the water's hot and the gossips even hotter when Tony Roper's classic play The Steamie comes to The King's Theatre Edinburgh!

Theatre

Rollers Forever

27th October 2026 - 31st October 2026

Kings Theatre Edinburgh, Edinburgh South

Rollers Forever, the smash-hit tartan-clad musical celebrating the music, memories and passionate fandom of the Bay City Rollers comes to Edinburgh's King's Theatre in October!

Theatre

Operation Mincemeat

2nd November 2026 - 7th November 2026

Kings Theatre Edinburgh, Edinburgh South

Singin' in the Rain meets Strangers on a Train, Operation Mincemeat is the fast-paced, hilarious and unbelievable true story of the twisted secret mission that won us World War II!

Festival Theatre Edinburgh

13/29 Nicolson Street , Edinburgh South EH8 9FT

The Edinburgh Festival Theatre is a performing arts venue used primarily for performances of opera and ballet, large-scale musical events, and touring groups.

Studio Theatre

The Studio 22 Potterrow, Edinburgh South EH8 9BL

Capital Theatres, Studio Theatre, is an exciting multi-purpose cultural resource for the city.

Theatres

Leith Theatre

28-30 Ferry Road, Leith EH6 4AE

Leith Theatre is on its way to once again becoming a versatile and lively creative hub for Leith.

Theatres

Gordon Aikman Lecture Theatre

George Square Buccleuch Place, Edinburgh South EH8 9LH

Gordon Aikman Lecture Theatre (formerly George Square Lecture Theatre) is a stand-alone theatre that can seat 481 delegates and features a large reception area with space for catering or bar set up.

Theatres

Eastgate Theatre and Arts Centre

Eastgate Theatre and Arts Centre Eastgate, Peebles EH45 8AD

The Eastgate Theatre and Arts Centre in the centre of Peebles is the busiest arts venue in the Scottish Borders, staging more than 200 events a year.

Theatres

New Town Theatre

96 George Street, Edinburgh New Town EH2 3DH

The New Wee Theatre @ New Town Theatre is the ideal venue for experiencing the very best of the Fringe!

Theatres

Nicolson Square Venues

25 Nicolson Square, Edinburgh South EH8 9BX

Nicolson Square Venues is a conference and event hire space located in city centre Edinburgh.

Theatres

Assembly Hall

Assembly Hall Mound Place, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 2LX

The Assembly Hall is a well known feature located in the heart of Edinburgh, with a memorable backdrop at the top of the city's Mound, and is a great location for holding a special event!

Theatres

Scot ART

151 London Road, Edinburgh East EH7 6AE

A Scotland based arts charity, creating places for creative people.

Theatres

granton:hub

Madelvic House Granton Park Avenue, Edinburgh North EH5 1HS

granton:hub's aim is to re-purpose the beautiful and historic Madelvic House as a thriving creative and cultural centre, providing benefits to both the local and wider community.

Theatres

Edinburgh International Conference Centre

The Exchange 150 Morrison St, Edinburgh West EH3 8EE

Situated at the heart of Scotland's elegant and historic capital city, the EICC is one of the world's outstanding venues for conferences, conventions and exhibitions.

Theatres

Scottish Storytelling Centre

43 - 45 High Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1SR

The Scottish Storytelling Centre is a vibrant arts venue with a seasonal programme of live storytelling and theatre, music, workshops and festivals.

Theatres

Saint Stephens Theatre Stockbridge

105 St Stephen Street, Stockbridge and Canonmills EH3 5AB

Formerly St Stephen's Church, the building dates back to the 1820s.

Theatres

North Edinburgh Arts

15a Pennywell Road, Edinburgh North EH4 4TZ

North Edinburgh Arts provides opportunities for individual and community development through contact with the professional arts, particularly for Forth ward residents.

All Theatres listings in Edinburgh