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LTBluechip
Sheffield, UK53 contributions
Jan 2022
I received tickets as a gift from a Covid-afflicted family member who emphatically insisted that the Theatre must not suffer her inability to attend. Unfortunately, I was unable to find a partner to enjoy them with but decided on a whim, to attend alone.
Access was simple and quick from the stunningly photographic square housing the brightly lit entrances to the world famous Crucible and the spectacular Winter Gardens. I was able, from the street, to enter, purchase a program, "make a visit" and get seated outside my door all within the space of around ten minutes which from my experience of London theatres, is a definite improvement.
The Lyceum is a delightful building. In a city that has an oddly tempestuous relationship with it's historical buildings, it seems that it fell just right to be rescued from the ignominy that besets many other similarly pedigreed buildings around the City.
Watching the performance of "The Nutcracker" with the Russian State Ballet of Siberia was a delight. My seat was at the very front of the very front row (not a normal selection of mine but remember, these were not my seats). Cramped and distorted in the incredibly tiny row, sat astride my two seats thankful that I had a spare seat I could safely encroach upon, many around me were delighted to be offered the use of a "coat seat" as the seats were so terribly cramped as to leave absolutely no option to place bags or coats anywhere around you.
The upside though, was that we were well situated to simply raise a head and see down into the Orchestra pit, something my neighbours, a musical family if ever I saw one, clearly were thrilled by.
Up close and personal to the performance itself, took some of the grace away but added a certain power to it that I've never really experienced from halfway back in a theatre. The performers routinely caught my eye which was a new experience for me and I was enthralled with a story anew, one that I have seen countless times before.
This however is a review for the Theatre, not the performance and so I shall cut that short and simply say, the Lyceum is lovely and charming, particularly for smaller people but beware, I am an eighteen stone chap with a forty-two inch waistline and I honestly felt like I had to sit sideways to avoid being inappropriately close to the lady to my right. If I were to go again, I would have to book three seats and sit in the middle in order to relax and enjoy it. As for Covid, well, mask wearing is encouraged/enforced which I have no issue with but you are of course, allowed to remove them when eating/drinking. The proximity to others is EXTREME and at some point, almost everyone WILL have their mask off to drink or eat. Just keep that in mind.
Access was simple and quick from the stunningly photographic square housing the brightly lit entrances to the world famous Crucible and the spectacular Winter Gardens. I was able, from the street, to enter, purchase a program, "make a visit" and get seated outside my door all within the space of around ten minutes which from my experience of London theatres, is a definite improvement.
The Lyceum is a delightful building. In a city that has an oddly tempestuous relationship with it's historical buildings, it seems that it fell just right to be rescued from the ignominy that besets many other similarly pedigreed buildings around the City.
Watching the performance of "The Nutcracker" with the Russian State Ballet of Siberia was a delight. My seat was at the very front of the very front row (not a normal selection of mine but remember, these were not my seats). Cramped and distorted in the incredibly tiny row, sat astride my two seats thankful that I had a spare seat I could safely encroach upon, many around me were delighted to be offered the use of a "coat seat" as the seats were so terribly cramped as to leave absolutely no option to place bags or coats anywhere around you.
The upside though, was that we were well situated to simply raise a head and see down into the Orchestra pit, something my neighbours, a musical family if ever I saw one, clearly were thrilled by.
Up close and personal to the performance itself, took some of the grace away but added a certain power to it that I've never really experienced from halfway back in a theatre. The performers routinely caught my eye which was a new experience for me and I was enthralled with a story anew, one that I have seen countless times before.
This however is a review for the Theatre, not the performance and so I shall cut that short and simply say, the Lyceum is lovely and charming, particularly for smaller people but beware, I am an eighteen stone chap with a forty-two inch waistline and I honestly felt like I had to sit sideways to avoid being inappropriately close to the lady to my right. If I were to go again, I would have to book three seats and sit in the middle in order to relax and enjoy it. As for Covid, well, mask wearing is encouraged/enforced which I have no issue with but you are of course, allowed to remove them when eating/drinking. The proximity to others is EXTREME and at some point, almost everyone WILL have their mask off to drink or eat. Just keep that in mind.
Written January 17, 2022
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Kathryn E
Sheffield, UK410 contributions
Jan 2020
My daughter and I went to see Peter Pan goes wrong. We booked late, and did not have much choice of tickets, so ended up on the back row of the circle. These seats were, though, extremely good value at £15 for one and £20 for the other. For the most part the view was fine. The production was very good, and seemed to be enjoyed by the audience, who cheered, booed and laughed in good measure. I didn't expect to end up cheering the crocodile! The theatre itself has been refurbished very well. The only negative, is anyone with long legs would find the seats a bit cramped, although width wise they are fine. This obviously, cannot be changed in the circle as the seats are all tiered. I had a coffee and my daughter had a diet coke in the interval, and we were pleasantly surprised by the price. If you park in the nearby Q park, remember to ask front of house staff for a ticket which gives you a free hour. Overall, we had a good evening, and would be happy to return.
Written February 1, 2020
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Thank you for your review, its lovely to read that you enjoyed the performance and your recent visit to Sheffield Theatres, we hope that we are able to welcome you back in the near future.
Written February 18, 2020
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DMR501
Barnsley, UK33 contributions
Dec 2021
Lovely family trip to the annual panto.
Nice to see mask wearing was enforced by staff during this pandemic period.
Lovely authentic theatre with a great family show put on. Lots of interaction with the crew who were enthusiastic!
Refreshments are a bit pricey but to be expected at a theatre.
Looking for our next visit already.
Nice to see mask wearing was enforced by staff during this pandemic period.
Lovely authentic theatre with a great family show put on. Lots of interaction with the crew who were enthusiastic!
Refreshments are a bit pricey but to be expected at a theatre.
Looking for our next visit already.
Written January 13, 2022
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Thank you for your great review, it is lovely to read that you and your family enjoyed your visit. We look forward to welcoming you back to Sheffield Theatres in the near future.
Written January 24, 2022
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Lucy
1 contribution
Sep 2021 • Family
I waited 2 years to see heathers for this disappointment…
I had tickets to go see Heathers today at 3pm at 2 I was stuck in traffic on the M1 because there had been an accident. So, I rang the theatre telling them I might be late and asked if we would still be allowed in. They said yes don’t worry they have a late comers policy. So myself and my mum rushed to get there found a car park and then ran up 9 flights of stairs to be told on the door with 5 minutes to spare that it had been cancelled. No email. Nothing to let us know that our 1 hour journey was for nothing. The reason was that it was due to several members of the cast having covid. Which is reason enough to cancel the show. However, why only 20 minutes before we arrived (the lady on the door said) was this discovered. Shouldn’t the cast be being tested before they even get to the theatre? Surely they must have been tested before this and they hadn’t in fact only just found out ? Surely the cast would have know hours before the show was due to start before they were in full costume and makeup ? Disappointed is an understatement. And not only this but apparently the second show later on tonight is apparently still going on ? Surely if there has been people with covid in the theatre they shouldn’t be putting on the next show? I just think there could have been a much better way to handle this situation to ensure people were notified, a automated email perhaps or something would have been appreciated. Not happy at all really bad customer service on their part in my opinion.
I had tickets to go see Heathers today at 3pm at 2 I was stuck in traffic on the M1 because there had been an accident. So, I rang the theatre telling them I might be late and asked if we would still be allowed in. They said yes don’t worry they have a late comers policy. So myself and my mum rushed to get there found a car park and then ran up 9 flights of stairs to be told on the door with 5 minutes to spare that it had been cancelled. No email. Nothing to let us know that our 1 hour journey was for nothing. The reason was that it was due to several members of the cast having covid. Which is reason enough to cancel the show. However, why only 20 minutes before we arrived (the lady on the door said) was this discovered. Shouldn’t the cast be being tested before they even get to the theatre? Surely they must have been tested before this and they hadn’t in fact only just found out ? Surely the cast would have know hours before the show was due to start before they were in full costume and makeup ? Disappointed is an understatement. And not only this but apparently the second show later on tonight is apparently still going on ? Surely if there has been people with covid in the theatre they shouldn’t be putting on the next show? I just think there could have been a much better way to handle this situation to ensure people were notified, a automated email perhaps or something would have been appreciated. Not happy at all really bad customer service on their part in my opinion.
Written September 18, 2021
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Samnkidz
Norwell, UK27 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
Amazing theatre!!! Shame the staff are pathetic!!!! Got told by 3 members of staff to put my phone away. I have an autistic daughter who text me during a performance. I text her straight back to say I'll phone when I can. 1 staff came and said put phone away- I did- a 2nd came to check- Then a THIRD came triple check GET A LIFE!!!
Written May 5, 2022
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Thank you for your review and I am sorry to read that your experience was not a positive one. If you would like to email us at customer.service@sheffieldtheatres we can look into this matter further for you and respond to you fully
Written May 25, 2022
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bakes
Thirsk, UK48 contributions
Jul 2022 • Couples
Having visited multiple theatres this was my first time at The Lyceum to see Chicago.
The staff in the theatre were very good at getting everyone to the seats and into the venue safely.
Preordered drinks which were ready to pick up at half time, had time also to nip to the toilets and grab some icecream during the interval, which was very well organised.
The theatre has beautiful architecture and a nostalgic feel. We sat in the circle, which had Limited leg room, although a fantastic view, which made up for the lack of legroom.
Chicago was amazing, well choreographed and the band were excellent.
Thank you for hosting such a great show!
The staff in the theatre were very good at getting everyone to the seats and into the venue safely.
Preordered drinks which were ready to pick up at half time, had time also to nip to the toilets and grab some icecream during the interval, which was very well organised.
The theatre has beautiful architecture and a nostalgic feel. We sat in the circle, which had Limited leg room, although a fantastic view, which made up for the lack of legroom.
Chicago was amazing, well choreographed and the band were excellent.
Thank you for hosting such a great show!
Written July 9, 2022
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Thank you for your fantastic review. we are so pleased to see that you enjoyed your first experience visiting the Lyceum Theatre to see the production of 'Chicago'. We hope that we are able to welcome you back to Sheffield Theatres in the future.
Written August 3, 2022
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Tim H
Dronfield, UK286 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
A brilliant show at the Lyceum last night, with the hit musical returning to Sheffield after its run at the West End. The whole cast were fantastic and the story, songs and staging result in a memorable show. My kids particularly enjoyed the various Sheffield references and in-jokes throughout.
Written February 29, 2020
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Thank you for your review, we are so pleased to read that you enjoyed the performance and we hope that we are able to welcome you and your family back to Sheffield Theatres in the future.
Written March 5, 2020
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Martin C
Sheffield, UK625 contributions
Dec 2019
Went here for the Christmas Panto with Family. I love traditional pantos and this (Cinderella) was great and enjoyed by all with ages from 4 to 69. The theatre itself was restored some years ago to it's original glories and is simply a magnificent building and auditorium. A fantastic facility for Sheffield and a great place for thaetre and musicals.
Written January 12, 2020
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Thank you for your great review, its lovely to read that you and your family enjoyed your most recent visit to us. We hope that we are able to welcome you all back again in the future.
Written January 23, 2020
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CupcakeW
Sheffield, UK645 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
Went last night to see Rocky Horror show. Wow. Amazing performance and great atmosphere (it was the final show). I have seen a few shows here and always come to the pantomime at Christmas. Last year was amazing as always. I treated myself to membership last year and have just renewed. Love the theatre, shows are always a high standard and staff very nice. Already got Sister Act, Dirty Dancing and the Take That musical booked as as panto this year! Very proud to have the Lyceum in my home city! For those that don't know Sheffield, it is a 10/15 minute walk (up hill) from the train and bus station. Tram stop is 5 minutes walk away.
Written January 29, 2023
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Paul H
Rotherham, UK24 contributions
Feb 2023 • Family
Great view cant complain. If there was just 1 complaint would be leg room😒. Im 6ft2in and the metal safety bars stuck in my lega all show. Went with my mother and she is 5ft8in and she also struggled with leg room
Written February 28, 2023
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Thank you for your review regarding your recent visit. If booking with us in the future our Sales Team will be more than happy to discuss legroom etc with you in more details as some areas do offer more legroom than others so please do feel free to give us a call on 0114 2496000 for any advice to help any future visits more comfortable for yourself and your mother.
Written March 1, 2023
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Jennyann Mace1
Sutton, UK3 contributions
How to book tickets on line
MrsKVB
Manchester, UK63 contributions
Go to their website!!! sheffieldtheatres it wont post the link here.
Do you have to pay for under 1 year old if sitting.with adult ?
SheffieldTheatres
Sheffield, UK
You would only need to pay for a ticket for a child aged 2 years + children under this age can go free of charge and would sit on a parents knee
arlenewoodward2310
Sheffield, UK
Hi! Is the theatre air-condituoned?
Thank you! X
Claire G
Lincoln, UK471 contributions
Sorry, we visited in February so it wouldn’t be necessary!!
Littlebasil
Doncaster, UK2 contributions
Can you pre order drinks for the interval and have them brought to you.
englandcarole
england121 contributions
You may order and pay for drinks pre show at the bar. They will be waiting for you in the bar area on the fixed sides for the interval.
Is mamma Mia on tonight with the weather
matildalu
Sheffield, UK36 contributions
Sorry I don’t know. I would imagine it’s still on
Openminded123
Barnsley, UK9 contributions
I need to pick someone up after the performance tomorrow. Where would be the best place
Karen W
34 contributions
Hi You can park near the Crucible. There is also short term waiting in front of Head of Steam Pub
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