What's On

From the grandeur of the Debating Hall and atmosphere of the Nightclub to the relative intimacy of the Wine Bar and Dining Room, Teviot offers a wide range of performance spaces supplemented by great bars and cafes and a central Box Office.

Our Venues

Debating Hall, capacity 360

The largest of Teviot venues. The venue is based in the Debating Chamber with the stage area being 11m x 5m, height 0.9m and a grid height of approximately 6m. About half of the seating is on the flat with the back rows raked. There is approximately 20 seated on the upstairs balcony. The venue can accommodate a wide range of shows types from children’s shows, physical theatre, comedy showcases, impro comedy, music, dance and theatre. The Debating Hall hosts the final of So You Think You’re Funny? and the infamous flagship show Late ‘n’ Live, nightly.

Dining Room, capacity 120

Perhaps the most formal performance space within Teviot Row House. The stage area is 7m x 4.5m and flat on the floor, the height from the stage to the lighting grid is 6m. All seating is raked. In previous years the venue has housed children’s shows, international and UK theatre and stand-up comedy. This is a very popular venue and in huge demand.

Nightclub, capacity 150

The Nightclub, with an irregular shaped stage, is approximately 4.5m x 3m, 0.5m high with a stage lighting grid height of 5m. There is seating on the flat at both ground and balcony levels. In previous years tgus venue has played host to dance, theatre and comedy. The venue also has a bar, which depending on the performance, can be open during the show.

Wine Bar, capacity 150

The stage area is approximately 2m x 5m, 0.6m high with seating on the ground floor and upstairs balcony on the flat. The venue lends itself to either formal arrangement or can be transformed to Cabaret style. Last year it was a successful late night venue with fully equipped bar whilst during the afternoon and evening it hosted a number of successful theatre, music and comedy shows.

Billiard Room, capacity 100

The Billiard Room is a favourite amongst new performers as it is a small intimate space. The stage is 6m x 4.8m, in a formal black box, with seating on the flat apart from the back rows, which are on a small rake. In previous years this venue has played host to dance, theatre and comedy.

Balcony, capacity 60

It was a highly successful venue for a number of new shows at Gilded Balloon last year, including theatre and comedy groups and individual stand-up shows. The stage height is 18mm with an area of 4.8m x 2.4m, in a formal black box. Seating is on the flat and raked at the back.

Sportsman, capacity 90

This superb theatre space has raked seating and a raised stage. The stage height is 450mm with an area of 5m x2m. This very popular venue has played host to a variety of theatre and comedy shows.

Wee Room, capacity 50

The Wee Room is an intimate performance space with flat seating. The stage dimensions are approx 4m x 2m, in a formal black box format and the lighting rig has a warm and cold wash with a down stage centre special and LED colour changers. It has a small vocal PA, complete with microphones and CD Player. Dressing area and storage space is available.

The Turret, capacity 50

The Turret is almost identical to the Wee Room but is on the top floor of Teviot and is an intimate performance space with raked seating. The stage dimensions are approx 4m x 2m, in a formal black box format and the lighting rig has a warm and cold wash with a down stage centre special and LED colour changers. It has a small vocal PA, complete with microphones and CD Player. Dressing area and storage space is available.

Our Bars

The Teviot Bar

The main public bar of Teviot. Located on the 2nd floor it has a lively atmosphere and is open till 5am throughout the Festival. Freshly made sandwiches available daily.

The Loft Bar

Another exclusive venue situated on the roof of the Teviot building specifically open for performers and guests of the Gilded Balloon. The Loft has an inside bar and seating area which opens out onto a rooftop terrace that by night enjoys an inviting moonlit atmosphere. Open from 12pm until 5am‚ the Loft will be THE place to be seen at this years Festival.

The Cafe Bar

On the 1st floor. Opening from 11am ’til 11pm, 7 days a week, it serves hot and cold food. Very popular with all ages and includes a family area.

The Outside Bar

Located at the entrance to Teviot. It consists of a beer garden, juice bar, creperie and a coffee bar. Very popular, especially on a warm sunny day when you can just kick back and lap up the atmosphere of the Festival. Open from Midday ’til 3am throughout the festival.

The Wine Bar

The Wine Bar performance space has a small bar which is open during certain shows in case you feel in need of a top up.

The Nightclub

The Nightclub performance space has a small bar which is open during certain shows. For some late night performances the bar may stay open.

The Library Bar

Exclusive to performers and Gilded Balloon guests. A comfortable and classy bar this is a very popular bar on the Fringe complete with a new outside area to accommodate smokers. With a buzzy atmosphere it’s open from 11am till 5am Monday to Saturday and 12.30pm till 5am Sundays.