STALLS
The Dress Circle overhangs the stalls at row E. The top of the stage is not
visible from row K back.
Normally, A new pricing policy puts the front three rows (five when AA and BB
are in use), and the last two rows at a lower price. The rest are all top price.
The front row - A, B, AA or BB is confirmed during previews, and the monkey
posts details when available.
For "Gone Too Far!" (July 2008) the front row is
AA. All seats are just £15 except the front two rows at £10. The monkey feeling
is "sit anywhere" at these prices - central seats first, of course.
The two first and
last seats in every row are outside the proscenium
with the edges of the stage not visible. At top price, avoid.
Wheelchair spaces behind row J seats 11 and 12 offer a perfect view. Two more
spaces at the ends of K. Take J first, then K but both are fine. See notes.
Further back the rake is good enough to provide clear views (accepting the
top of the stage is not visible), and the theatre is intimate enough to feel
close to the stage. A meaner ape than theatremonkey would quibble with the
prices for these seats in the rear of the theatre.
Legroom is adequate in all seats. Arm-rests can be raised to provide wider
seating too - though two tickets must be bought if doing so.
DRESS CIRCLE
The Upper Circle overhangs the Dress Circle at row C, but does not affect the
view.
Like the Stalls, seats are fairly priced for view. The circle curves sharply,
giving the ends of each row an angled view of the stage. A metal bar runs across
the front of the circle, and is double height in front of seats A 3, 4, 19 and
20. Price reflects this fairly, but in the case of row A ends, the front stalls
are preferable for view. With the current pricing, these ends of row A are a
last choice as better seats are available for the same money.
For "Gone Too Far!" (July 2008) all seats are just £15 except the
slips at £10. The monkey feeling is "sit anywhere" at these prices -
central seats first, of course and not row A for the taller.
Wheelchair space at row D2. Make your choice according to personal
preference. Theatremonkey likes the stalls better, but the view is probably
equal. See notes.
A row of seats runs from the front of the circle down either side of the
theatre to form slips. Seats here offer a sideways view of the stage. The
restricted view is fairly priced.
Behind them are eight restricted view standing positions. At just
ten pence each these are a total bargain.
Legroom is poor in all seats, worst in row A. Arm-rests can be raised to
provide wider seating too - though two tickets must be bought if doing so.
UPPER CIRCLE
This is high above the stage.
The view from all seats is clear, except for the first and last four in each
row which are sadly no longer priced to allow for this. Row A can also suffer a restricted view
depending on staging, but again the price no longer reflects this. Row A can be a
bargain (to those willing to risk their circulation) when sold at restricted
view prices - otherwise avoid. Restricted views are due either to the front of the stage being extended forward
or, more commonly, to the double height bars which run across the front of the
circle and poor legroom.
For "Gone Too Far!" (July 2008) all seats are just £10. The monkey
feeling is "sit anywhere" at these prices - central seats first, of
course and not row A for the taller.
Choose row B first, then C. It is worth looking for rear stalls or the seats
in the front row of the stalls instead if legroom is required. The monkey would
honestly advise finding the extra £5 if possible to sit in the stalls,
especially if taller.
Legroom is poor in all seats, worst in row A. Arm-rests can be raised to
provide wider seating too - though two tickets must be bought if doing so.
Notes
Total 395 seats.
Air-conditioned auditorium.
Occasional signed and audio described performances. Scripts available free to
deaf patrons attending sign-interpreted performances. Texture mapped stairs and
floor number announcer in lift. Guide dogs welcome in auditorium or dog sat.
Hearing loop at box office and in auditorium, also infra red headsets in
auditorium. Many wheelchair space in
auditorium in central row J and ends of row K of stalls. Access via lifts and easy slopes. Adapted unisex toilets at Stalls
and Circle level. Fuller details www.royalcourttheatre.com
or call the box office. Very good try, people!
Café in basement, Ice cream and confectionery in auditorium.
Two bars, Stalls and Dress Circle.
6 Toilets. Stalls 1 gents 1 cubicle, 1 ladies 2 cubicles; Dress Circle 1
ladies 1 cubicle; Upper Circle 1 gents 1 cubicle; Upper Circle staircase 1 gents
1 cubicle, 1 ladies 2 cubicles.
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