Visiting the Theatre Royal Newcastle can be even more fun if you are part of a group!
It’s more fun in a group!
If you enjoy socialising with workmates or you belong to a club, society or organisation, or if occasionally you like to meet up with a group of friends or family, we invite you to share the experience together.
The Theatre Royal Newcastle offers a dedicated service for bookers of 10 seats or more, including generous discounts on most performances.
As a group booker you will get a personal service from the Group Sales Team from the moment of your initial enquiry through to your visit to the theatre.
Why be a group booker?
Take a look at these great benefits:
- Guaranteed mailing and priority booking of season brochure
- Advance notification (before general public) of new shows on sale
- Seats reserved to suit your party’s requirements
- Generous group discounts on most performances
- Flexible payment dates with confirmation of your final numbers close to the performance date
- Pre-order your interval ice creams
- 10% of pre-ordered interval drinks
- Free Metro Travel with your theatre ticket
- Free postage on your tickets
- Groups catering on request and hire of private rooms
- Exclusive tours of the Theatre Royal for your group
- Advice on travel arrangements and accommodation if you are visiting from out of town
- Dedicated pick up and drop off points for coach parties
- Preferential rates on coach travel with local companies
- Exclusive food and drink offers within Newcastle for your group
- NO booking fees
Welcome to the Theatre Royal Newcastle
This pack aims to help make your visit to the Theatre Royal as smooth and hassle free as possible and includes:
- Booking information
- Group discounts
- FAQs
- Loyalty Scheme
- How to find us and parking
- Info on our District Publicity Assistants
- Pre-order forms for ice creams
We hope this pack is useful for your visit, if you would like to register as a group booker, have any questions or special requirements please get in touch and speak to Robert.
08448 11 21 22
General Information
Booking your tickets
Group bookings can be made by calling 08448 11 21 22 or email
- Groups can reserve seats without paying straight away, payment dates are usually 8 weeks prior to the show to give you time to confirm numbers and collect payment
Groups get more! Bring a group of 10+ and save money on your tickets.
Group discounts are available on most performances, generally Monday – Thursday evenings and Saturday matinees.
- Groups 10+ £3 off
- Groups 20+ £3.50 off & 1 free organiser
- Groups 40+ £4.50 off, 1 free organiser & programme
(No free organiser for the Pantomime)
Groups FAQs
What constitutes a group?
At least 10 or more people.
When do I need to pay?
All performances have their own payment dates, we generally ask for payment 8 weeks prior to the show date. For some shows which are on sale a year in advance we ask for a deposit to secure your booking. Once you make a booking we will send you confirmation which details your final payment date.
How can I pay?
You can pay by card, cash or cheque. We can only accept one cheque per booking, we will release the tickets once payment has cleared.
We also accept BACS payments which may be made to:
Account no: 41182048 Sort code: 40-34-45 (please quote order number)
Can I book my group online?
Not at present but you can submit a Group enquiry form online with your request and we will respond to you within 48 hours.
Can I alter my numbers/cancel my reservation if my group change their mind?
Yes of course, you can use the reservation period to collect money and get exact numbers. You can make any amendments before the final balance is paid. Once paid the tickets are non-refundable.
What are the benefits to me for organising a group?
If you can organize 19 or more people to come to the theatre, you will qualify for a complimentary ticket. This applies to most performances; some exceptions apply such as pantomime.
How can I receive the Groups newsletter and brochure?
Simply register with us as a group organiser, you can choose whether you prefer to receive it by post or email.
What else can you offer the group to make the most of our visit?
We can offer several superb spaces which can cater for groups for 6-200. Almost anything is possible with a range of menus available to suit your tastes and budget and don’t forget you can pre-order your ice creams and drinks.
Groups Loyalty Scheme
To thank our group organisers for all their hard work we run a loyalty scheme. Every time you make a booking with us you’ll receive a stamp, once you’ve collected six stamps you will receive an exclusive reward.
Some of the rewards include:
- Additional discounts on your next group booking
- A meal for two in dAtbAr
- A tour of the Theatre Royal for you and your group
Travelling to the Theatre Royal
- If you are arriving by coach there is a set down point on Market Street adjacent to the entrance of dAtbAr. The nearest coach park is situated on Ord Street next to Newcastle College.
- On street car parking is available on Grey Street and there is a multi-storey car park on Dean Street which is open 24 hours.
- You can travel free on the metro with your theatre ticket from two hours before and after the performance, the nearest metro station is Monument.
- We advise that your party arrive at least 20 minutes prior to performance start time.
- If your party is going to arrive late please try and contact the theatre to inform us of this, latecomers will be admitted at a suitable break in the performance.
We recommend these coach companies for your group travel to and from the Theatre Royal with exclusive discounts for groups travelling to the Theatre Royal:
Baynes Travel
Baynes Travel are generously offering groups of 20+ 10% off and groups of 40+ 15% off coach travel. They cover the whole of the Tyne Valley including Brampton, Alston and Bellingham.
Tel: 01434 683269
Email:
Stanley Travel
Book as a group and enjoy a grand day out to the Theatre Royal with discounted group rates by quoting TRG101.
Tel: (Stanley) 01207 237 424,(Newcastle) 0191 242 3232
Classic Coaches
Based in Stanley, County Durham with coaches of all sizes up to 79 seats. Please quote ‘Theatre Royal Deal’ when booking for exclusive discounts.
Tel: 01207 282225
District Publicity Assistants
Pauline and Sam provide a personal and convenient link to the Theatre Royal and they love to hear from new groups. You can benefit from their expertise when making a group booking and receive exclusive offers on tickets and group travel. Simply contact them on the details below:
Pauline Wallis, 07880 742571
Sam McDine, 07880 741445
Group Sales 08448 11 21 22
Mon – Thu 9am-5.30pm, Fri 9am-5pm