We aim to ensure that TheatreCraft is as accessible as possible. We’ve listed some information on this page but if there’s anything that we’ve missed, or if you would like to speak to someone directly, email us here
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Public transport information
Royal Opera House
The Royal Opera House is located on Bow Street, London, WC2E 9DD Click here to go to Google Maps.
By train: The nearest Underground station is Covent Garden on the Piccadilly Line. You can also use Leicester Square (Northern Line and Piccadilly Line), Holborn (Piccadilly and Central Line) and Charing Cross (Northern and Bakerloo Line)
By bus: The closest bus station is Aldwych which is a 3 minute walk from the Royal Opera house. The following bus lines stop there; 1, 4, 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 23, 26, 68, 76, 87, 91, 168, 171, 176, 188, 501 (southbound only), 505, 521, X68.
By car: There is no designated parking at the ROH
Step-free access
There are a number of spaces across the event that offer step-free access.
Please see below a downloadable document with information about which workshop locations have step-free access, and some further access details about some specific sessions:
Venue Access Information for Wheelchair Users and those with Limited Mobility
British Sign Language (BSL) Performance Interpreter
If you require a BSL interpreter for any of the workshops, or the day itself, please let us know at least 2 weeks prior to the event by emailing [email protected]
If you are unable to give this much notice, please email us as soon as possible and we will do our best to make arrangements.
Hearing (Induction) Loops
Hearing loops are available in the following spaces:
Royal Opera House – Linbury Theatre auditorium (induction loop and RF system available)
If you would like to use one of the hearing loops, please speak to one of our volunteers.
Assistance Dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome in all spaces at all venues.
Accessible toilets
Accessible toilets are available in The Royal Opera House, and are marked on the marketplace map. Our volunteers will also be available to direct you on the day.
Flashing Lights & Strobe Effects
There may be some flashing lights and strobe effects used in some workshops. Where this is the case, signs will be placed at the entrance to the workshop. If you are likely to be affected by these types of effects, please ensure you check before entering the workshop.
Large print programmes
These are also available – just ask for one at the Help Centre in the marketplace.
Quiet spaces
There are a number of spaces in The Royal Opera House that you can go to get away from the crowds. Any of our volunteers will be happy to help point you in the right direction.