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  • 4/5 Abbie E. 2 years ago on Google
    Had a great experience seeing Six The Musical last week. Disabled seating was easily accessible via a ramp from the outside of the building. The only downside was the lack of available staff to ask how to access the stalls without steps, and lack of signs to help navigate the lobby. We were standing completely confused for 10 minutes before heading outside again and seeing the step-free access by chance.
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  • 5/5 Daniela C. 1 year ago on Google
    I went to see Jack and the Beanstalk pantomime here. I loved the show! Kit Hesketh Harvey is an incredible actor and so funny. This is the second time I've seen him in pantomime and I plan to return every year to see him. The lead, Jack was absolutely brilliant. The staff at the Yvonne Arnaud are very polite and friendly. 5 stars from me!
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  • 5/5 Horizon skiies !. 1 year ago on Google
    Great time. Beautiful setting. Great show Room on a broom! Attentive staff. Definitely recommend the shows. Friendly family atmosphere
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  • 5/5 Clare Langrish-Dixon (. 1 year ago on Google
    We really enjoyed watching panto here today. We normally go to Woking but thought we’d try out the Yvonne Arnaud this year and were not disappointed in the slightest. Staff were professional, friendly and super helpful which was lovely. Drinks and snacks were reasonably priced and not extortionate so that was a nice surprise. It was easy to park next door in the Millbrook car park and it was only a 2 minute walk to the theatre (although this was a little expensive but on par with all car parks in Guildford these days!) The theatre itself is intimate, acoustics were good and we had a great view of the stage from our seats in the stalls. The production was brilliant, so funny, great choice of songs and something for all ages to enjoy. Well done to all of the cast and crew for a fantastic performance- we will be back!
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  • 5/5 Louise Seabrook S. 1 year ago on Google
    Great local theatre in Guildford. Over the past year we’ve enjoyed comedies, drama, life stories and thrillers here. Amazing casts and quality of performances, supported by a great team.

  • 5/5 Hannah J. 1 year ago on Google
    Parking next door, from 6pm is just the evening fee, before that it's quite expensive. Arrived at 5.45 and paid double for the extra 15mins till 6pm. Theatre was fab, lovely location right on the river. Lovely staff and great location. Many great upcoming shows too!

  • 5/5 Lisa C. 2 years ago on Google
    We went to watch Six and my goodness, what a show. Absolutely brilliant! It was energetic, educational, very funny and also very moving. The cast and the band are all stars, such talent. The Yvonne Arnaud is a fabulous, traditional Guildford theatre with a complete spectrum of shows. It was a perfect evening.

  • 5/5 Gemma H. 10 months ago on Google
    Having visited the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre as a child I am thrilled to be able to take my children now. All the fun and excitement for the next generation. Ample parking at the carpark just two minutes away, level access, refreshments and clean customer toilets. A lovely location by the river and plenty of places to go before or after the show. Friendly and welcoming staff make visiting the theatre for these wonderful shows even more of a treat.

  • 4/5 Stephen L. 11 months ago on Google
    A very enjoyable evening. Great sets, excellent acting .... what more could one want? Having had some difficulty in accessing our seats, we would recommend that there should be advice that those with 'health issues' should be made aware that they might have prefer to limit their choice of seats in the balcony to those in the front row. These are easily accessed from a doorway at the same level. Access to all others is 'risky', to say the least.

  • 5/5 Ailsa B. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely theatre. Close to parking, great staff, good choice of food, and a perfectly sized venue (small enough you can see/hear clearly from any seat but large enough to attract interesting tours).

  • 5/5 Sydella S. 1 year ago on Google
    I haven't been to this theatre for some time. Had a super experience this evening. Fabulous play Steel Magnolias' such amazing actors. Friendly staff and a lovely theatre. So definitely be returning soon.

  • 5/5 Sosha G. 1 year ago on Google
    #ladiesofletters was AMAZING!!!!! This was my first ever theatre show and it was just incredible! The acting was phenomenal, the staff were outstanding especially Lucy at the ticket booths. It was hilarious, engaging and just well done! Had the chance to meet the cast at the end and they were just a delight to see and have chat with - these ladies were brilliant! Might book a few more at theatres after this! Loved it, loved it and loved it!!!

  • 4/5 Daian M. 1 year ago on Google
    Visited this theatre to watch Shawshank Redemption in October 2022. Thoroughly enjoy the performance. The seats were great in row B. The stage and set were good. However, £42.00 for seats was extortionate! I've paid less money for seats in London West End theatres ( although that's usually with an offer).

  • 4/5 Phil J. 2 years ago on Google
    Lovely theatre. Good seating. Very friendly staff. Good cafe. Would have been 5 stars if the preshow and interval music was not so loud. Thoroughly enjoyed Some Mothers do Have em. Was surprised how small the audience was. Great show. Thank you.

  • 4/5 Karen B. 1 year ago on Google
    Great views from stalls seats thanks to stepped seating, but leg room isn't great. The foyer, bar and cafe areas felt roomier than other theatres.

  • 5/5 Emily R. 2 years ago on Google
    Great view from the stalls. Arrived beforehand and enjoyed a glass of wine before going in. Car parking available nearby in Milbrook car park (pay and display) which is a short walk away. Staff always friendly and helpful. Masks required for the performance unless eating/drinking. Small theatre but keen to keep supporting to keep the arts alive.

  • 5/5 Emily H. 1 year ago on Google
    Such a brilliant theatre. Comfy seats with plenty of leg room and almost all great views. So nice to be able to sit outside by the river before the show/during the interval. Friendly staff too!

  • 4/5 Phoebe G. 1 year ago on Google
    A good theatre with decent touring shows. Beautiful location with Riverside terrace for their cafe-bar. Pretty good views from most seats as it's not massive. Friendly staff too. And good for kids. They have a drop-in play session on Friday mornings.

  • 5/5 Marina R. 1 year ago on Google
    We saw Dead Lies last night and really enjoyed it. The theatre is a clean and bright, well ordered and easy to navigate. The staff are friendly and helpful. It is always a pleasure to visit ans we are going again next week.

  • 5/5 Philip D. 1 year ago on Google
    Saw the Magic Show and loved it. This theatre is such a special theatre. It not only houses good quality productions, but the dedicated staff make your visit even more enjoyable. A highly recommended and highly valued entertainment venue.

  • 4/5 Dave K. 1 year ago on Google
    Great show, the cast worked their socks off, producing gales of laughter in their production of "The Play What I Wrote". Had to eat elsewhere as the cafe menu was minimal and we wanted something more substantial. Hope that they can bring back the full menu soon.


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