The Watergate Theatre
- The Watergate TheatreParliament Street, Kilkenny
- Website
- +353 56 776 1674
- Wheelchair accessible
Situated at the site of one of the 12 city gates, the Watergate Theatre is a centre for the performing and visual arts. The comfortable 328-seat theatre is an intimate venue for artists and audience alike and plays an important role in the cultural life of Kilkenny.
Parking
Limited parking available at the Watergate Theatre Car Park. Please use nearby Black Abbey, St Canice’s Church and Market Yard car parks.
Accessibility
This venue is wheelchair friendly. If you require wheelchair seating, please contact the Festival Box Office on +353 (0)56 775 2175.
We have created a social story for our audience members with autism to prepare for their visit. A document with the social stories for all of our venues is available on our accessibility page, as well as many other resources.
First, you will enter the Watergate Theatre through this door. There are stairs straight up, and a ramp to the right.
Then, if you don’t have your tickets already, you can collect your tickets at a desk that will be in front of this staircase.
Then, you will go through the pink doors at the end of the hallway. As you enter the theatre, someone will check your tickets. They might be in a volunteer t-shirt, or be wearing black. You can ask them to help you find your seat.
Many of the shows in the Watergate this year will have loud sounds and flashing lights. You can bring ear defenders, sunglasses, and fidgets to make the experience calmer. The seats in the Watergate are very comfortable.