We bring your event to life
Whether you are looking for the perfect stage for your next performance, a studio for rehearsals, auditions, filming or industry events, or a space to host a corporate event, our venue hire facilities are fully equipped to make your event as seamless as possible. We offer technical support and an exceptional performance environment to ensure your event is truly unforgettable. Our experienced team will support you every step of the way, from set-up through to completion.
By choosing our spaces, you not only benefit from outstanding facilities but also support our mission as a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to widening access to dance.
Spaces available for hire at the RAD
Aud Jebsen Studio Theatre
Our 193-seat theatre is ideal for performances, award ceremonies, conferences, receptions and dinners.
Dance studios
Studios can be used to warm up for the main event in the theatre, as well as being hired on their own for auditions, rehearsals, and classes.
Meeting rooms
Whether you’re hosting interviews, running board meetings, or simply looking for a quiet space to co‑work, these rooms provide flexibility, comfort, and modern facilities.
General spaces
Our library, reception area, and café are available to hire, providing inspiring settings for gatherings, corporate events, film sets, and special occasions.
The right home for your project
We are the home of dance but we are so much more. Our award-winning building is a highly versatile space with top-end facilities, making it ideal for hosting performances, filming/photoshoots, award ceremonies, conferences, launches, workshops, auditions, rehearsals, presentations, and other events. Our building is fully accessible and also features high-quality AV, WiFi, air conditioning, and spaces with natural light.
We can cater for a variety of events in our modern and inspiring spaces. Our experienced Events and Operations teams will work with you and with high-quality suppliers to help you to deliver the perfect event.
“The theatre itself felt like an ideal place to enjoy [the performance] – spacious for the dancers, but bringing the audience very close.”
Fairy Powered Productions for New English Ballet Theatre performances
“A new theatre in London is always a cause for celebration. Especially here. It is a wonderfully intimate space.”
South London Press
“As a teacher, I found the RAD building a really beautiful, professional, open, and inspiring venue for a workshop and performance.”
Marte Marie, HedMark Toppen Vocational Dance School, NorwayFairy Powered Productions for New English Ballet Theatre performances
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Rehearsals and performances
Whether you run a school, dance or performing arts company, our state-of-the-art theatre to rehearse and stage your next production offers a high-quality experience for both performers and audiences – enhanced by the prestige of being at the Royal Academy of Dance headquarters.
Lectures, presentations, and conferences
With our top-of-the-line lighting and audio equipment, we’ll help you create a memorable experience. Our dedicated team will manage the booking and work with you to ensure that your event runs smoothly and successfully.
Workshops and auditions
We offer spacious, professional spaces equipped with sprung floors, mirrors, and high-quality sound systems, making them ideal for both workshops and auditions. With flexible studio layouts, breakout rooms and public areas, the spaces can easily accommodate a wide range of creative needs.
Photoshoots and filming
Our facilities offer versatile, light-filled spaces with professional-grade flooring and adaptable layouts, making them ideal for photoshoots and filming. With on-site support and a range of spaces that can be tailored to different creative requirements, they provide a practical and visually appealing setting for production work.
Seated Dinners, Gala events, Award Ceremonies
We offer an elegant and versatile setting, ideal for seated dinners, gala events, and award ceremonies. With adaptable layouts, professional lighting and sound, and dedicated event support, it provides a polished and memorable experience for both hosts and guests.Our dedicated team of professionals will work with you to meet your requirements and tailor our space to fit your needs.
Corporate events, training and staff days out
We offer the perfect setting for your corporate meetings and presentations. Our equipment, acoustics and modern facilities make it easy for you to deliver your message with clarity and impact.
Our fully accessible building, enriched with multiple breakout spaces, meeting rooms, a large reception area and step-free theatre, can be home to your next event.
Let us plan a day full of fun activities for your staff or add one of our training programmes that combine skills in the worlds of business and dance. For example, our new Leadership Training programme aims to strengthen and develop professional individuals through movement.
Community events
Our facilities provide a welcoming and flexible environment for community events, with accessible spaces, adaptable layouts, and on-site support to accommodate a wide range of activities and audiences.
Prime location & exceptional amenities
Located in a vibrant and well-connected area, the Royal Academy of Dance offers outstanding facilities alongside a wide range of nearby amenities, with excellent transport links.
Venue hire terms and conditions
Please note: The Hirer must be over 18 and confirm that anyone who will be working at the hired premises with participants under the age of 18 or vulnerable adults in any capacity holds an appropriate Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (see terms and conditions for further information).
View Venue Hire Terms and Conditions.
Capacity and facilities
| Room | Dimensions (wide x deep)/Area | Theatre | Dance class/rehearsal | Classroom | Cabaret | U-shape | Boardroom | Banquet | Reception | Screen | PA system | Microphones |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aud Jebsen Studio Theatre | 12.5m x 9m* 112.5 sq.m** | 193 (fixed seating) | 25 | 25 | 70 | 35 | 100 | 200 | ✓ (projector) | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Main Reception | 200 | ✓ | ✓ | |||||||||
| The Rittner Board Room | 30 | 30 | 24 | 24 | 25 | ✓ | ||||||
| The Lecture Room | 35 | 35 | 38 | 38 | ✓ | |||||||
| Meeting Room | 5 | ✓ | ||||||||||
| The Linbury Studio | 10.6m x 16m 170 sq.m | 35 | 35 | 30 | 25 | 30 | 40 | 55 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| The Lee Studio | 10.3m x 16.5m 169 sq.m | 35 | 35 | 30 | 25 | 30 | 40 | 55 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| The President’s Studio | 10m x 15.7m 157 sq.m | 30 | 30 | 30 | 25 | 30 | 40 | 40 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| The Weston Studio | 10m x 16m 160 sq.m | 30 | 30 | 30 | 25 | 30 | 40 | 40 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| The Jo Manoukian Studio | 10.2m x 13.5m 137 sq.m | 25 | 25 | 25 | 30 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| The Dorfman Studio | 9.6m x 13.7m 131 sq.m | 25 | 25 | 25 | 30 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| The Kusama Studio | 9m x 13.5m 123 sq.m | 25 | 25 | 25 | 30 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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