Take centre stage.

Bring your production to Liverpool's premier fringe venue.
£360 flat fee per performance. 10% deposit. Keep your box office.

£360 Flat Venue Fee
10% Deposit to Secure
7 Days Average Payout

"As a company who has hired the theatre before, I would highly recommend The Hope Street Theatre. All the staff are kind and attentive and go above and beyond. I’m very pleased with the amount of support that is offered when hiring the theatre, everything you need is sent over immediately and makes hiring stress free. The theatre itself is a beautiful space and I will definitely return!"

— Maisy

How the numbers work

Budgeting for a run is simple. Use our interactive tool below to model your ticket price and sales volume against the fixed venue costs.

Fee Transparency

We believe in simple, transparent pricing. Your core cost is the flat hire fee per performance. You set the ticket price, your audience pays that advertised price, and the TicketQuarter fee and Hope Street venue levy are then deducted from the face value before the balance is paid to you.

1. Core Venue Hire
£360.00 Flat Hire Fee (per performance). Includes Technician x 1 and a Front of House Manager.
2. Ticketing Deductions (From Face Value)
£1.50 Flat Venue Levy
£0.75 TQ Fee (tickets up to £10.00)
£1.00 TQ Fee (tickets up to £13.00)
10% TQ Fee (tickets over £13.01)
3. Optional Add-ons
FREE First 4-hour tech (runs of 3+ shows)
*£150 if under 3 shows, or 2nd tech.
£45.00/hr Extra venue access (outside contracted hours)

Pricing Modeller

Adjust your primary ticket tiers below.

Tier Sell Price TQ Fee HST Levy YOU KEEP

*This headline estimate assumes all tickets sell at your base price. Use the tier table to see what you keep per ticket.

Add 4hr Tech Rehearsal?
Total Box Office Gross £2,520.00
Total Ticketing Fees - £450.00
Venue Hire Cost - £1,080.00
Tech Rehearsal Fee FREE (Run of 3+)
Estimated Net Income £990.00

The Complete Package

We provide the infrastructure, so you can focus entirely on the performance.

85-Seat Auditorium

An intimate, highly versatile configuration with excellent sightlines, ensuring a first-class experience for your audience.

Dedicated Crew

Your booking includes a Technician to run your show and a Front of House Manager to welcome your guests.

Complimentary Tech

Productions booking three or more performances automatically receive their initial 4-hour technical rehearsal entirely free.

Predictable Scheduling

We structure our get-ins and tech times so your team knows exactly when they can hit the stage. Example schedules below.
For touring productions, we aim to accommodate same-day tech.

Example of 1-Day Run
Ideal for Sunday/Monday

Sunday
4:00 PM - Access & Get-In
Evening - Performance 1
10:30 PM - Get-Out & Clear
Hire Cost: £360

Need a 4-hour tech rehearsal the day before? Add £150.

Example of 3-Day Run
(Most Popular)

Wed
5pm - 9pm - Get In & Tech Rehearsal
Thu
4pm Access / Performance 1
Fri/Sat
6pm Access / Performances 2 & 3
Hire Cost: £1,080
*4-hour tech is included FREE

Request your dates.

Consult our live diary, select number of performances, input performance dates and a few details about your show.
Submit your proposal and we will get back to you within 7 days.

1

Live Diary

Identify open slots for your production. Note your preferred dates to enter them manually in the next step.

2

Production Details

🎉 Unlocked: 1st Tech Rehearsal is FREE (Saved £150)

No payment required today. Proposal only.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about bringing your production to
The Hope Street Theatre.

Are there any hidden fees?

No. Our £360 per performance rate is fully inclusive of your venue hire, standard technical rig, and dedicated Front of House staff. A £1.50 venue levy is deducted from each ticket sold.

Can I split the box office instead?

We operate strictly on a flat-fee hire basis. This structure protects artists, ensuring you keep the vast majority of your profits if your show sells well.

Do you help with marketing?

We list your show on our website, through the TicketQuarter network, and re-post your content on our social media channels. You are responsible for your core marketing campaign.

Can I hold back tickets for press and cast comps?

Absolutely. You have full control over your allocation. When we set up your box office, we will provide you with codes for complimentary and press tickets.

How many people does the theatre seat?

The theatre holds 85 people.
The theatre is configured as End On.

Is there a minimum run length?

No. There is no minimum run length.
Many shows do 3 performances (that's our most popular package) but some do more and some less.

How far ahead do you programme?

We programme 6 - 12 months in advance. Sometimes we have last minute availability, so it is always worth checking our live calendar on this page.

What type of shows are you looking for?

We don’t set any guidelines about the type of shows that are staged in the theatre. We welcome contemporary plays, classics, reimagined classics, new writing, musicals, new musicals and touring shows.

Can I get a Tech Spec?

Yes, of course. Please complete the form below – and request the tech spec. We will send across details shortly.

What are the Access Times?

Tech rehearsals are usually 5pm–9pm on the day before your first show. First-show access is 4pm–11pm. Subsequent-show access is 6pm–11pm. Get-out until 12am if needed.

Not quite ready to book?

If you have specific technical questions, need to discuss a unique setup, or just want to introduce your company before committing to dates, our programming team is here to help.

  • Direct line to our tech team
  • Discuss longer runs or residencies
  • Request technical specifications
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