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Citizens Theatre

After seven years, one of Glasgow’s best theatres is finally open again
  • Art | Arts centres
Daniela Toporek
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Time Out says

What is it?

A historic theatre company and venue within Glasgow’s Gorbals neighbourhood that’s just been restored in 2025.  

Why is it worth visiting?

The Citizens Theatre holds some of the UK’s oldest theatrical equipment within its incredibly well-preserved Victorian auditorium, and has undergone a huge glow-up that’s been in the works since 2018. It was only supposed to take three years, but COVID and rising costs pushed its opening to August 2025. Inside the three-storey theatre, there's a spankin' brand new and more accessible foyer, a new bar, new social spaces and enhanced backstage facilities for performers. The six cherries on top are the fully restored statues of Robert Burns, Williams Shakespeare and the four Greek muses, Melpomene (tragedy), Thalia (comedy), Euterpe (song and poetry) and Terpsichore (dance) – all which were part of the original building in 1878. 

How much does it cost? 

Prices vary depending on production, which you can find here

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Details

Address
119
Gorbals Street
Glasgow
G5 9DS
Transport:
Rail: Glasgow Queen Street/Glasgow Central
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