O2 Academy

Such a fantastic venue for an intimate gig! Saw Marina tonight and the atmosphere was perfect. Such an amazing night!

I’ve been here twice, once to see Martha and the Vandellas, all seating and very polite. The second to see Gerry Cinnamon...what a great gig and very different. A lovely old theatre hall with great architecture, situated in a shopping precinct. It has a balcony that overlooks the stage and ‘dance read moreI’ve been here twice, once to see Martha and the Vandellas, all seating and very polite. The second to see Gerry Cinnamon...what a great gig and very different. A lovely old theatre hall with great architecture, situated in a shopping precinct. It has a balcony that overlooks the stage and ‘dance floor.’ A multi-storey car park 5-10mins walk away and a reasonable £1 an hour, makes it easy to get to.

Decent venue with great atmosphere for gigs and live events but unfortunately, lacks the modern facilities for bigger events which leads to issues of overcrowdedness and long queues at the toilets, cloakroom and bar. Security process was tedious on entry although the actual ticket scanning process w read moreDecent venue with great atmosphere for gigs and live events but unfortunately, lacks the modern facilities for bigger events which leads to issues of overcrowdedness and long queues at the toilets, cloakroom and bar. Security process was tedious on entry although the actual ticket scanning process was quick and easy with staff being very helpful. Drink prices are outrageous with £8.50 being charged for a Double Vodka/Redbull when The Old Fire Station down the road charges £4.50 for the exact same drink - don't see anyone ever buying more than one drink.