Blackpool Grand Theatre

Visiting Companies

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These technical details are provided for the benefit of visiting companies intending to stage productions at Blackpool Grand. They allow directors and technicians to plan for scenery, lighting, and sound.

 

Blackpool Grand Main Stage Lighting Spec (R-Jan20)

Blackpool Grand Main Stage Spec (R-Jan20)

Blackpool Grand Sound Spec (R-Jan20)

 

For details in the first instance speak to our Stage Manager on 01253 743215 or email stage@blackpoolgrand.co.uk.

 

 

Accommodation

Visiting companies are always looking for great accommodation. Blackpool Grand has a

list of suggested hotels, more commonly known in the theatre industry as a Digs List 2024

 

If you are looking to be added to our Digs List register your interest at reception@blackpoolgrand.co.uk.

 

Why not learn more about Our Story?

 

Alternatively, take a look at www.visitblackpool.com or www.blackpool-hotels.co.uk.

 

General Information

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Location

Need to know how to find us? The Grand Theatre is in the seaside resort of Blackpool on the Lancashire coast in the North West of England.

 

Address

The Grand Theatre,
33 Church Street,
Blackpool,  Lancashire FY1 1HT

 

Nearest Car Park

West Street Car Park
West Street, Blackpool, FY1 1HA

  • Mobility

    Spaces for wheelchair users are available in the mid-rear of the Stalls all with additional personal assistant seats. Access is via the foyer entrance via a platform lift, staff will be happy to assist you. Wheelchair access is not available in the Dress Circle, Upper Circle or Gallery...

  • Captioned performances

    These display the full text of the play on a screen as the actors speak the words. Seats with the best view of the screen are reserved for people with hearing impairments, so please book early and ask for these seats.

  • Assistance dogs

    Assistance dogs may be taken into the theatre – please tell us when booking, to ensure your seat has enough space. If you prefer, you may leave your dog with a member of the cloakroom staff during the performance.

  • Audio-described performances and amplified sound

    Headsets are available from the sales kiosk outside the Stalls Right entrance to the theatre. For more access information, please visit our Accessibility section.

  • Sign language

    For our occasional BSL-signed performances. Stalls seats close to the signer are reserved for people with hearing impairments. Please book early and ask for these seats.

  • Access Register

    We want to make visiting Blackpool’s Grand Theatre as easy and comfortable as we can for our customers with accessible needs, joining The Grand Access Register will help us as a theatre and our staff deliver the best possible experience for you.