The Sheldonian Theatre [Oxford]
Sheldonian Theatre
Teatro Sheldonian
The Sheldonian Theatre
Theatre building in Oxford, United Kingdom, opened in 1669
theatergebouw in Oxford, Verenigd Koninkrijk
Built 1664-1668 by Christopher Wren, from funds donated by the Archbishop of Canterbury and Chancellor of the University of Oxford, Gilbert Sheldon (1598-1677). Used as a secular venue for the principal meetings and public ceremonies by the University. Also used for congresses and classical music recitals. Capacity: 800 seats (concert seating) to 1000 seats (conference seating).