Venue Description

Founded in 1996, Opera Holland Park is an opera company with a unique voice. Based in Kensington, we present a summer opera festival of fully staged productions in one of the most beautiful parks in the Capital. Situated in the beautiful surroundings of Holland Park, our covered venue is the perfect place to enjoy critically acclaimed opera in the heart of London. Opera Holland Park is a year-round commitment to excellence in opera, centred around an extraordinary two-month summer festival in one of the most beautiful spaces in the capital.

Accessibility

Access to the theatre site is step-free via both the East and West Gates. There is a short hill with a steep gradient at the West Gate, so the East Gate is most appropriate for those using a self-propelled wheelchair. There is level access to the bar, Box Office and programme desk. The East Deck and Dutch Garden Lounge picnic areas are accessible by ramp, as well as The Ensemble Bar and all toilet facilities, including a unisex accessible toilet. There is a ramp into the auditorium at the front on both sides. Access to rows AA in the side blocks of the auditorium is step-free, and there is one small step to row A in the centre block. Four wheelchair spaces are available in row AA of the auditorium – two on each side, all with an accompanying carer seat. Please see the Access tickets and booking section here for more information on how to book these. There is a short flight of stone steps leading to the central gate of the theatre. The Terrace picnic area is accessible by a short flight of uneven stone steps. The Mezzanine picnic area is up two flights of carpeted steps and down a further short flight of steps. There are no hand rails on the seating stand inside the auditorium, but our Front of House team can assist you to your seat.

Accessibility Guide

Accessibility Guide Link: https://operahollandpark.com/your-visit/access/

Accessible Performances

The performance of Rigoletto on Sunday 21 June at 2pm will be a Relaxed Performance. A Relaxed Performance offers a warm welcome to people who find it difficult to follow the usual conventions of theatre behaviour, including those with learning disabilities, movement disorders, autistic spectrum disorder or other neurological conditions. Many other people may choose to attend a Relaxed Performance either as an access requirement or because they like the inclusive environment. The performance offers a laid-back approach to noises and movement from the audience, giving everyone permission to relax and respond naturally. Tickets for this performance can be purchased online or via the Box Office once booking opens. Patrons wishing to attend the Relaxed Performance may be eligible for half price Access tickets. Audio described and touch tour

Awards List

In 2018 we became London’s first dementia-friendly opera company. All our staff are trained as Dementia Friends by our partners at Resonate Arts, and our theatre has been accredited as being accessible for those living with dementia.

Toilets

Information about the toilets has not been added for this venue.

Staff

All our staff are trained as Dementia Friends by our partners at Resonate Arts.

Assistance dog facilities

Assistance dog exercise facilities

Assistance dogs can stay with you during the performance, however our staff are happy to look after your assistance dog for you, depending on your preference.

Other assistance dog facilities

We offer both water bowls and toileting areas for assistance dogs.