About us

Welcome to Underbelly Boulevard, a vibrant and dynamic entertainment destination that has grown from the legacy of Underbelly. With a rich history rooted in delivering extraordinary experiences, Underbelly Boulevard has emerged as a thriving hub for immersive entertainment, live performances, and unforgettable events.

At Underbelly Boulevard, we believe in pushing boundaries, embracing creativity, and delivering top-notch experiences that captivate and inspire. Our journey began with Underbelly, renowned for producing award-winning festivals and events that have captured the hearts of audiences worldwide.

An outdoor festival for Underbelly Edinburgh

As you explore Underbelly Boulevard, be prepared to immerse yourself in a world of wonder and excitement. From our signature events to the cutting-edge performances, we invite you to embark on a journey of discovery, where entertainment knows no bounds. Join us as we continue to grow, evolve, and redefine the entertainment landscape, always striving to exceed expectations and create lasting memories for our valued audience.

Welcome to Underbelly Boulevard, where the extraordinary awaits.

Our History

  • 1950s-1960s

    The original Boulevard Theatre site began as a sister venue to the Raymond Revuebar in the late 1950s, before becoming a small theatre in its own right, the ‘Elle et Lui’ theatre.

  • 1970s-1980s

    In the late 1970s, it was renamed the Boulevard Theatre, and was home to a wide variety of productions, most famously to ‘The Comic Strip’, but also included ‘The Collector’ by John Fowles, adapted by David Parker, ‘Infidelities’ starring Jill Bennett and Eddie Izzard’s ‘Raging Bull’ comedy club.

  • 1990s

    After a nearly 20 year run the Boulevard Theatre before closed its doors in the early 1990s.

  • 2010s

    In 2010, Soho Estates began an extensive regeneration of the Walker’s Court area which included the reopening the Boulevard Theatre in October 2019.

All of Underbelly

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