The Sadler's Wells has a capacity of 1504 seats, including 661 seats in the Stalls, 391 seats in the First Circle and 452 seats in the Second Circle. Use our interactive seating plan to view 310 seat reviews and 155 photos of views from seat.
Sadler's Wells is located in Angel, Islington and dates back to the late 1600's. In 1844, it was relaunched as the Theatre Royal Sadler's Wells, and was home to many Shakespeare productions. Lilian Baylis revived the theatre after its days as a cinema, with the new building in opening in 1931. In 1998, the theatre was redesigned with funding from the National Lottery and is now home to international touring dance companies, including regular productions by Matthew Bourne.
Set over three levels, the theatre is very large and modern, ensuring excellent sight-lines on all levels and minimal obstruction, with comfortable seating. Boxes run down the side of each section, with slips providing good value for money.
Restricted view seats provide excellent value for money for those on a budget. For most performances, the first two rows in the Stalls are restricted due to the proximity to the stage, as the stage is quite high. The back row of the First Circle is also typically reduced in price.
For most dance performances, the best views can be found further back from the stage. Sitting in the middle of the Stalls or in the very front of the First Circle provides the best experience and a panoramic view of the stage.
For ballet, I always prefer to sit higher up to be able to appreciate the performance in all its glory. A great view from here, you can see the whole stage with no obstructions. The seats in the second circle are staggered enough that heads being in ... More
Saw BalletBoyz - 14 days BalletBoyz - 14 days on 28 April 2018
Like the other user saying the seat is not that bad. Far from stage but with almost full view (only small part of corner is blocked by rail, which is not an issue at all). Leg room is comfy enough with left side extra room. Good value for a budget ti... More
Saw Cinderella Cinderella on 07 January 2018
The second to last row of the first circle is not bad if needing to see the show on a budget. Your view is slightly obstructed by the overhang of the second circle, but not so much so it is annoying and you don't miss any action in this particular sh... More
Saw Cinderella Cinderella on 29 December 2017
