The Hexagon, Reading

About The Hexagon

The Hexagon hosts an eclectic mix of entertainers from big name Comedians, Spectacular Musicals, Children's Shows, Classical Concerts, Opera, Pantomime, Theatre, Dance and everything in between.

Built in 1977 by Robert Matthew Johnson Marshall (RMJM) in the Brutalist style of modernist architecture, the venue's capacity varies from 1,200 to 1,686 depending on the programme.

We are currently undergoing some exciting new development to create a cutting-edge, intimate 200-seat, 300 standing theatre alongside the Main Hexagon venue, perfect for comedy gigs and bands. Seating can be removed to create a standing space for 300 people, and there is a gallery with more seating on the first floor. The Studio Theatre is due to open in Spring 2027 and the main theatre is open as usual throughout this building work.

Venue Address

The Hexagon
Queens Walk
Reading
RG1 7QF

By Trian

From London to Reading: trains run from London Paddington to Reading at least every 15 minutes throughout the day and late into the night. The journey takes just 25 minutes, if you get a direct train.
From Oxford to Reading: trains run every 15 - 30 minutes and the journey takes 30 minutes.
From Newbury to Reading: trains run every 15 minutes and the journey takes between 20 - 30 minutes.

By Car

From the M4, leave the motorway at Junction 11 and head onto the A33 into Reading Town Centre. Follow signs for the Town Centre and The Hexagon / Broad Street Mall, it is clearly sign posted. The Hexagon has limited disabled blue badge holder parking bays at the front of the building on the lower level (Stage Door level).