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Join the Bristol Old Vic on one of their exciting Theatre Tours with their in-house expert guide who'll guide you through the theatre's 252-year-old history.

The People's Tour
Learn about the incredible humans behind our rich history.

Inspired by the people, performers and players who have walked the boards through the theatre's two-and-a-half-century tenure, learn more about this world-class theatre and the productions that made history.

The People’s Tour combines myth, fact and Bristolian folklore, as the experienced tour guides expertly weave past and present into a thrilling and informative experience. The perfect morning for anyone with an interest in 18th–21st century theatre and the people behind Bristol Old Vic’s rich history.

Spaces regularly included on The People’s Tour:
The new Bristol Old Vic Foyer
The Georgian Auditorium, Stage, Gallery, and Pit passages
The Linbury Paintshop
The Weston Studio
Coopers’ Hall

The Thunder Run Experience

Hear the theatrical thunder roar, just as it did 250 years ago.

Ever wondered how eighteenth-century sound technicians conjured thunder above the heads of our very first audiences?

Witness the running of the oldest Thunder Run in the country as – just as they did 250 years ago – our technicians unleash the roar of thunder throughout the auditorium. A unique experience for theatre fanatics and thrill-seekers alike.

Spaces regularly included on The Thunder Run Experience:

The new Bristol Old Vic foyer

The Georgian Auditorium and Stage

The original theatre roof space and Thunder Run

Plus hear the Thunder Run in action!

Additional Info
Comfortable shoes are advised.
All tours have a step-free route for people with access needs. Please advise at the time of booking if you'd prefer this option by calling 0117 987 7877 or emailing tickets@bristololdvic.org.uk
As a working theatre with ongoing rehearsals and other technical work, there are certain times when parts of the building will be inaccessible. The team will always endeavour to provide a true behind-the-scenes experience, but it may be necessary for tours to be rescheduled in rare circumstances.
Please advise your tour guide if you are uncomfortable with heights.
Unless you are exempt, you are asked to bring a mask to wear while on your tour for the safety of customers, guides and staff.

Tickets
£12 Standard | £10 Open Concession | £15 Pay it Forward

Time
Various, please check the website
Approx. 1 hour
All ages