Performances
Whether you are planning a one off event, wanting to create a unique performance or bringing your tour to Shetland, Mareel's Auditorium or The Garrison will make your event unforgettable.
Mareel’s Auditorium
With its beautiful wooden floor, balconies and high ceilings, the Auditorium at Mareel is our premier space for live events. Designed with artists and audiences in mind, it offers exceptional acoustics and the flexibility to stage everything from standing gigs to fully seated performances.
- Capacity: 600 standing or 330 seated
- State-of-the-art sound and lighting
- Bespoke seating options
- Ideal for touring productions and single-night shows
- Dressing rooms available, including accessible shower
- Event assistants and technical support available
Technical details
Contact us
If you have questions or would like to hire a venue please email [email protected]
The Garrison
When you book The Garrison, the whole theatre is all yours to fill with music, drama, dance or whatever you have in mind. Bookings include use of:
- Proscenium arch stage – plans (PDF)
- 280-seat auditorium – theatre seating plan (PDF)
- Two dressing rooms
- Kitchen
- Lighting and audio equipment – inventory (PDF)
- Box office and kiosk
Please note: The Garrison Theatre’s backstage area is not currently wheelchair accessible.
Performers info
If you are a performer and want more info on what it’s like to perform with us; from how we work, to travel and the various deals we can offer you to make your visit a success – please follow the link for our Performers Info page.