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Since 2011, the Ustinov Studio has presented highly acclaimed programmes of world and UK premieres, alongside the best in small-scale touring theatre, comedy, music and dance.

Deborah Warner’s third and final season as Artistic Director features an equally exciting and eclectic line up of productions throughout summer 2024.

The season includes DANCE and Echo and Narcissus, a brand new work by Kim Brandstrup completing his trilogy of works inspired by Greek mythology. THEATRE follows with a new production of Harold Pinter’s The Birthday Party directed by Richard Jones.

The RECITAL series returns led by the season’s Head of Music and Head of Music at the Royal Opera House, conductor and pianist Richard Hetherington, who performs Bach’s Ich habe genug with Mezzo soprano Catherine Wyn-Rogers. To close, countertenor Iestyn Davies with Sergio Bucheli offer an evening of Lute Songs including works of John Dowland.

The season ends with MUSIC and the return of internationally renowned tenor Ian Bostridge and pianist Julius Drake in a staging of Schubert’s Winterreise (Winter Journey) directed by Deborah Warner.

Accessibility Information

There is ramp access into the foyer, and staff are on hand at all times to assist with the opening of the foyer
doors. 

The Ustinov bar includes a lowered serving point. Drinks can be purchased to consume inside the auditorium.
An accessible toilet is situated just off the main foyer. All accessible toilets are fitted with alarm cords.

Mini-com/hearing loop is stationed in the foyer for the purchase or collection of tickets, half an hour
before performances or by calling the Main House Box Office

There are up to 2 wheelchair spaces available at Stalls level, which can be booked in advance 

Occasional sign interpreted performances are provided.

Assistance dogs only are permitted inside the auditorium.

Touch Tours may be available for patrons who have a sensory impairment. 

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