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The Sam Wanamaker Playhouse London has a capacity of 353 seats. Use our interactive seating plan to view 323 seat reviews and 306 view from seat photos.
The Sam Wanamaker Playhouse is a compact venue with three levels, the Pit, Lower Gallery and Upper Gallery. There is a small gallery behind the stage which is sometimes on sale to theatregoers and the back two rows of the Upper Gallery are standing spaces. Each section comprises benched seating, arranged on three sides of the stage. In both Galleries, there are pillars in front of and to the side of some seats which restrict the view. The Upper Gallery is also quite steep, so you will be looking directly down. However, in a venue this intimate you are unlikely to feel disconnected from the performance.
For an unforgettable experience at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, the best seats are undoubtedly in the Playhouse Lower Gallery and Playhouse Upper Gallery. In the Playhouse Lower Gallery, seats like Seat 1 in Row A and Seat 12 in Row A offer the best views of the stage, with patrons raving, "Really close to the stage. Great ... view!" and "Perfect view and very much on the eye level." Meanwhile, in the Playhouse Upper Gallery, Seat 10 in Row B is praised for its excellent atmosphere, with one reviewer stating, "Great view and atmospheric." These premium seats not only provide the best views but also enhance the overall theatre experience with their comfort and proximity to the action.
At the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, the best restricted view seats can be found in the Playhouse Lower Gallery, particularly in Rows B to C. These seats are often discounted due to minor obstructions, such as pillars, but audience reviews reveal that the views are surprisingly good. For instance, one patron noted, "The pillar ... does not actually bother you at all after a while. You are so enthralled by the performances that you hardly notice it." Additionally, the intimate setting enhances the experience, allowing for close-up views of the stunning candlelit performances and intricate costumes. Don't miss out on these fantastic value seats!
