Royal Exchange Theatre, Front Room
Royal Exchange, Manchester, St Anns Square, Manchester, M2 7DH -
From
£400 min spendUp to
90 standingOffers
cateringInternal Catering
allowed
Manchester's Royal Exchange Theatre transforms the way people see theatre, each other and the world around them. Its historic building which was taken over by artists in 1976. Today it is an award-winning cultural charity that produces new theatre in-the-round, in communities, on the road and online.
The Theatre is a spectacular seven-sided, glass-walled capsule, suspended in the centre of the historic Cotton Exchange. This unique design means all seats are less than nine metres from the circular stage. The Studio is a smaller 90-seat flexible venue hosting touring and new productions.
Overlooking the Theatre and St Ann’s Square, is the Front Room. With a separate entrance, privacy and an optional bar area the space is ideal for meetings, presentations or private dining, and can accommodate up to 80 people.
In addition, the former board room of the Exchange is now a unique setting for a business meeting, away day, private dining, or drinks reception. This private suite is unique setting unrivalled for interior design, location and service. The Café and indoor beer garden in the Grade II Listed Great Hall offers a warm welcome in a striking location, and the newly refurbished The Rivals restaurant is a welcome alternative to the bustle of the city.
Overlooking both St Ann's Square and The Great Hall, the Front Room offers striking views of the steel and glass Theatre module, set withing the grand Victorian architecture of the former Cotton Exchange. With access via a scenic glass lift in St Ann's Square, the Front Room is a self-contained entertaining space, with its own toilets and bar.
Catering is available from our in-house catering partners and is invoiced including VAT directly by the catering team. Alternatively cold catering can be brought into the space.
The Front Room has the following capacities:
Standing Buffet: 90. Formal Dinner: 70. Boardroom Style: 20. Theatre Style: 70. Classroom Style: 70.
Capacity & layout
Standing
up to 90
Dining
up to 60
Theatre
up to 70
Boardroom
up to 25
Cabaret
up to 60
Classroom
up to 70
Catering & drinks
Catering arrangements
Catering facilities
Refreshments
Alcohol
Amenities
Cloakroom
Disabled access
Air conditioning
Lectern
Natural light
Table / chairs included
Public transport
Premises parking
Overnight accommodation
Breakout rooms
Audio & visual
Sound system
Microphone
Projector & screen
TV screen
Flipchart
WiFi
Space rules
Allowed events
Wedding ceremony licence
Cancellation policy
50% refundable 7 days before the event
Location
Reviews
Sean Wilks
Some friends chose the Royal Exchange as the meeting place for a coffee and chat. Had never been before as I don't often visit Manchester. Really good coffee and the atmosphere was great. Was quite busy around lunchtime. Will definitely come again instead of one of using one of the other coffee chains.
Joseph Roxby
Absolutely wonderful theatre, very comfortable and just a wonderful atmosphere. Even though I was sat right at the top I could still clearly see the stage and all the action and would 100% recommend it to anyone.
Chris Currie Photography
Chris Currie photography would 100% recommend The Royal Exchange Theatre as a wedding venue. The Team at the venue are lovely and were a pleasure to work with. The interior is stunning, with soaring ceilings, large glass domes and pillars that help to set the space apart. It was a pleasure to photograph plus I really enjoyed taking advantage of using the set design inside the theatre module to create my couples portraits. If you are looking for an unforgettable venue to enjoy one of the best days of your lives then you will struggle to find a more unique setting. I think the Royal Exchange Theatre is one of the best alternative wedding venues in the country.
Iain Russell-Jarvie
An amazing venue. The performance was on the floor with the audience all around. The building is amazing and worth a look. Fantastic architecture.
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