St Stephen’s Theatre
Housed in a striking 19th‑century former church designed by William Henry Playfair, St Stephen’s Theatre stands at the heart of Edinburgh’s Stockbridge district as a distinctive cultural landmark. Originally built in 1827–28, the building’s elegant façade and soaring tower dominate the local skyline, while its interior has been transformed into one of Scotland’s most versatile performance venues. Following extensive restoration, it now boasts the 450‑seat Ashton Hall and the 300‑seat Ian McKellen Theatre, alongside rehearsal spaces and community facilities. Under the stewardship of ballet legend Peter Schaufuss, it has become home to the Edinburgh Festival Ballet, its school, and the MGA Academy of Performing Arts, while also hosting theatre, dance, music, and Fringe productions. Blending historic grandeur with modern staging, St Stephen’s offers a unique setting where world‑class artistry meets local creativity, ensuring its place as a vibrant hub in Edinburgh’s year‑round cultural life.
Edinburgh ScotlandSt Stephen’s Theatre is located at 105 St Stephen Street, Edinburgh, EH3 5AB, in the Northern New Town area near Stockbridge. Housed in a magnificent former Church of Scotland building designed by William Henry Playfair in the 1820s, the theatre features one of the tallest clock towers in Scotland with the longest clock pendulum in Europe. The venue offers multiple performance spaces including the grand Ashton Hall, making it ideal for large-scale events, theatre productions, and conferences. Nearby, visitors can explore the charming Stockbridge neighbourhood, known for its independent shops, cafes, and weekly markets, while the scenic Water of Leith Walkway and Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh are a short distance away. The theatre’s location blends historic grandeur with vibrant local culture, offering a unique environment for both performers and audiences.
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