Category: Theatres

[osm_map lat="51.4626339" lon="-2.6148744" width="100%" height="480px" zoom="13"] Tucked along Alma Vale Road in the Clifton neighbourhood of Bristol, the Alma Tavern Theatre occupies a characterful address at numbers 18 to 20. Clifton is one of Bristol's most recognisable residential areas, known for its Georgian and Victorian architecture, independent shops, and proximity to the Clifton Downs. The theatre sits within easy reach of the broader city, with the postcode district BS8 placing it firmly in this well-regarded western quarter of Bristol.A Theatre Above a PubThe Alma Tavern Theatre is attached to a traditional pub, making it one of Bristol's few remaining pub theatres - a format that has a long history in British theatrical culture. The combination of a working tavern and a performance space gives the venue a relaxed, informal atmosphere…

[osm_map lat="51.5059002" lon="-2.630886" width="100%" height="480px" zoom="13"] Tucked within the grounds of Blaise Castle Estate in north-west Bristol, the Blaise Amphitheatre is an outdoor performance space that brings a touch of classical theatre tradition to one of the city's most well-loved green spaces. Situated at coordinates 51.5059, -2.6309, the amphitheatre sits within easy reach of the Henbury and Westbury-on-Trym neighbourhoods, making it accessible to both local residents and visitors exploring this quieter corner of Bristol.History of the AmphitheatreThe amphitheatre was created in 1999 as part of a Heritage Lottery Fund project, reflecting a broader effort at the time to restore and develop the historic Blaise Castle Estate for community and cultural use. The project brought a formal open-air performance venue to the estate, designed in the amphitheatre style - meaning the…

[osm_map lat="51.4749691" lon="-2.5749071" width="100%" height="480px" zoom="13"] Tucked into the St Werburghs area of Bristol, the Boiling Wells Amphitheatre is an outdoor theatre space that forms part of the wider community around St Werburghs City Farm, which operates the venue. Sitting at coordinates approximately 51.47°N, 2.57°W, the amphitheatre occupies a position in one of Bristol's most characterful inner-city neighbourhoods, known for its strong community spirit and independent character. The surrounding streets feature a mix of residential housing, local businesses, and green spaces that make this part of the city distinctive.An Outdoor Performance Space with a Community FocusAs its name suggests, the Boiling Wells Amphitheatre follows the traditional open-air amphitheatre format, designed to host performances in a natural setting. The theatre is operated by St Werburghs City Farm, a well-regarded community organisation…

[osm_map lat="51.4547006" lon="-2.5983012" width="100%" height="480px" zoom="13"] Sitting on Colston Street in the heart of Bristol's city centre, Bristol Beacon is one of the South West's most recognised music and performance venues. Spread across five floors and fully wheelchair accessible, the building occupies a prominent position within the BS1 postcode district, placing it within easy reach of the broader city centre and its surrounding neighbourhoods. The venue includes accessible toilet facilities and has been designed to accommodate a wide range of visitors.A Venue with a Long HistoryBristol Beacon was formerly known as Colston Hall, a name that reflected its earlier identity before a significant rebranding. The change in name marked a deliberate shift by the venue and the city to move away from associations with Edward Colston, the Bristol-born slave trader…

[osm_map lat="51.4532303" lon="-2.5987218" width="100%" height="480px" zoom="13"] Sitting on St Augustine's Parade in the heart of Bristol's city centre, the Bristol Hippodrome is one of the most prominent live entertainment venues in the south-west of England. Postcode BS1 4UZ places it firmly within the central area of the city, just a short walk from the waterfront and the wider cultural quarter that has developed along this part of Bristol. The theatre is fully wheelchair accessible, making it one of the more inclusive performance spaces in the region.A Grand City Centre TheatreThe Bristol Hippodrome has long occupied a central place in the city's cultural life. Its position on St Augustine's Parade puts it close to a number of Bristol's well-known landmarks, including the Harbourside and the surrounding streets of the old city.…

[osm_map lat="51.4522296" lon="-2.5942109" width="100%" height="480px" zoom="13"] Situated on King Street in the heart of Bristol city centre, Bristol Old Vic is one of the most historically significant theatres in the United Kingdom. The building occupies Coopers' Hall and carries the postcode BS1 4ED, placing it within easy reach of the waterfront and many of Bristol's most well-known cultural institutions. It can be reached by phone on +44 117 949 3993, with a dedicated ticket line at 0117 987 7877, and further information is available through its website at bristololdvic.org.uk.A History Stretching Back to 1744The theatre's origins date to 1744, making it the oldest continuously working theatre in the English-speaking world. Known alternatively as the Theatre Royal, the building has witnessed nearly three centuries of performance, adaptation, and renewal on King…

[osm_map lat="51.4612135" lon="-2.5846759" width="100%" height="480px" zoom="13"] Tucked within Portland Square in the St Paul's area of Bristol, Circomedia occupies one of the city's most architecturally striking buildings - the former St Paul's Church, a Grade I listed structure managed by the Churches Conservation Trust. The postcode is BS2 8SJ, placing it in the inner city, a short distance from the centre of Bristol and within easy reach of the surrounding neighbourhoods of St Paul's, Stokes Croft, and Montpelier. The building sits within Portland Square, a Georgian square that forms one of Bristol's more elegant surviving examples of late 18th-century urban planning.A Circus School in a ChurchCircomedia is a professional school and performance venue dedicated to contemporary circus and physical theatre. The choice of a former church as its home is…

[osm_map lat="51.4780802" lon="-2.5893743" width="100%" height="480px" zoom="13"] Situated along Gloucester Road in the BS7 postcode district of Bristol, the Kelvin Players Studio Theatre occupies a spot at number 253b, placing it in one of the city's most well-known stretches of independent shops, cafés, and community venues. Gloucester Road has long been recognised as one of the longest roads in the UK lined predominantly with independent businesses, and the theatre fits naturally into that characterful, community-focused atmosphere. The area sits in the northern part of Bristol, within reach of neighbourhoods such as Bishopston and Horfield, making it accessible to a broad swathe of the city's residents.About the TheatreThe Kelvin Players Studio Theatre is run by the Kelvin Players, an amateur dramatic society with a long-standing presence in Bristol. The studio format means…

[osm_map lat="51.4554698" lon="-2.6089816" width="100%" height="480px" zoom="13"] Tucked along Berkeley Place in the Clifton neighbourhood of Bristol, QEH Theatre occupies a well-regarded spot in the city's arts scene. The postcode district is BS8, and the address places it within easy reach of the leafy streets and Georgian terraces that characterise this part of the city. Clifton is one of Bristol's most recognisable residential areas, known for its elevated position above the city centre and its proximity to landmarks such as the Clifton Suspension Bridge.About the TheatreQEH Theatre is a working theatre associated with Queen Elizabeth's Hospital, a historic independent school in Bristol. The venue sits within the school's premises on Berkeley Place and operates as both a school facility and a space that welcomes bookings from outside groups. The theatre is…

[osm_map lat="51.460144" lon="-2.6219972" width="100%" height="480px" zoom="13"] Tucked away on Percival Road in the leafy suburb of Clifton, the Redgrave Theatre occupies a distinctive position within Bristol's cultural scene. Located at number 2 Percival Road, with the postcode BS8 3LE, the theatre sits in one of the city's most well-regarded residential neighbourhoods, close to the grand Victorian terraces and open spaces that characterise this part of Bristol. The surrounding streets are quiet and residential, with the wider Clifton area known for its Georgian and Victorian architecture, independent shops, and proximity to the famous Clifton Suspension Bridge. The theatre can be reached by phone on +44 117 3157 602, and further information is available through the Clifton College website.History and OriginsThe Redgrave Theatre opened in 1966 and takes its name from the…

[osm_map lat="51.4587593" lon="-2.6119046" width="100%" height="480px" zoom="13"] Tucked along Saint Pauls Road in the Clifton neighbourhood of Bristol, The Bristol Improv Theatre occupies number 50, a building in the BS8 postcode district close to the city's lively cultural quarter. Clifton is one of Bristol's most well-known residential and commercial areas, characterised by Georgian terraces, independent shops, and a community that has long supported the arts. The theatre sits within easy reach of central Bristol, making it accessible to audiences from across the city and beyond.About the VenueThe Bristol Improv Theatre is a dedicated performance space focused on improvisational theatre, a form of live performance in which scenes, characters, and storylines are created spontaneously without a script. This style of theatre tends to produce a uniquely unpredictable experience for audiences, with no…

[osm_map lat="51.4407182" lon="-2.610869" width="100%" height="480px" zoom="13"] Sitting within the city of Bristol, The Comedy Box is a dedicated comedy theatre with coordinates placing it in the BS3 area of the city, close to the well-known neighbourhoods of south and west Bristol. The venue occupies a position at latitude 51.4407182 and longitude -2.610869, putting it comfortably within reach of Bristol's lively inner districts and the communities that surround them.A Dedicated Comedy VenueAs a theatre focused on comedy, The Comedy Box offers something fairly specific within Bristol's wider arts and entertainment scene. Rather than a general-purpose performance space, it is a venue with a clear focus on stand-up and comedic performance, giving audiences in the city a consistent place to see live comedy. Bristol has a long tradition of supporting independent arts…

[osm_map lat="51.4544822" lon="-2.5985147" width="100%" height="480px" zoom="13"] Tucked into Colston Street in the heart of Bristol's city centre, The Lantern occupies the first floor of the building also known as Bristol Beacon - the venue long familiar to Bristolians under its former name, Colston Hall. Positioned at the postcode BS1 5AR, the space sits within easy reach of the city's cultural quarter and the wider network of streets that make up central Bristol.A Venue Within a Landmark BuildingThe Lantern is one of the performance spaces within Bristol Beacon, which underwent significant transformation as part of a major refurbishment programme. The building has carried several identities over its lifetime, with Colston Hall being the name most deeply associated with it before the renaming to Bristol Beacon. The Lantern itself operates as a…

[osm_map lat="51.4582352" lon="-2.6064445" width="100%" height="480px" zoom="13"] Situated in Bristol, The Mackinnon Theatre occupies a position in the city at coordinates 51.4582352, -2.6064445, placing it within the broader urban fabric of one of the South West's most culturally active cities. Bristol has long supported a thriving arts and performance scene, and venues such as this contribute to that tradition. The surrounding area offers a mix of residential streets and local amenities, with the theatre sitting within easy reach of the neighbourhoods and communities that make up this part of the city.A Venue in Its Urban SettingThe Mackinnon Theatre functions as a dedicated theatrical space within Bristol, offering a fixed venue for performance and live events. Bristol itself is well connected, with road and rail links running throughout the city and beyond…

[osm_map lat="51.4604973" lon="-2.6014946" width="100%" height="480px" zoom="13"] Tucked into the coordinates of 51.4604973, -2.6014946, The Room Above is a theatre located in Bristol, one of the South West's most culturally active cities. Bristol has long supported a varied performance scene, and independent theatre spaces like this one contribute to the city's reputation for grassroots arts. The venue sits within a city where creative communities have historically found a foothold away from larger, more commercial stages.About the VenueAs a theatre, The Room Above occupies a particular niche in Bristol's arts offering. Smaller and more intimate than the city's major institutions, venues of this kind tend to attract experimental and independent productions that benefit from a close relationship between performer and audience. The name itself suggests an upstairs or secondary space, a format…

[osm_map lat="51.4570726" lon="-2.5792936" width="100%" height="480px" zoom="13"] The Wardrobe Theatre sits in Bristol at coordinates 51.4570726, -2.5792936, placing it in the western side of the city. Bristol is a large and culturally active city in the South West of England, and its theatre scene draws audiences from across the region and beyond. The Wardrobe Theatre is one of the smaller, independent venues that contribute to the city's varied performing arts offer, sitting within a wider neighbourhood that includes residential streets, local businesses, and other community spaces.About the VenueThe Wardrobe Theatre is a dedicated theatre building, functioning as a performance space for productions of various kinds. Independent theatres of this type often programme new writing, comedy, and experimental work alongside more traditional stage productions, though the specific programme at any given time…

[osm_map lat="51.4423454" lon="-2.6132931" width="100%" height="480px" zoom="13"] Tucked into the Southville neighbourhood on Raleigh Road, the Tobacco Factory Theatre occupies a distinctive address in south Bristol at postcode BS3 1TF. The building sits within easy reach of the city centre and is well placed for visitors travelling from across the Bristol area. The venue takes its name from the industrial history of the site itself, which was formerly a tobacco factory, and the character of that past has shaped the space into something quite unlike a conventional theatre.The Venue and What It OffersThe Tobacco Factory Theatre is a fully functioning theatre at 278 Raleigh Road, and the building has been adapted to accommodate a range of productions and performances. The venue is wheelchair accessible, with a manual entrance at ground level,…

[osm_map lat="51.4558094" lon="-2.6010876" width="100%" height="480px" zoom="13"] Tucked within the university quarter of Bristol, the Wickham Theatre sits at coordinates 51.4558094, -2.6010876, placing it in the western part of the city close to the academic buildings and residential streets of the surrounding neighbourhood. The area around the theatre is characterised by a mix of student accommodation, independent businesses, and the kind of low-key urban atmosphere that tends to develop around university campuses over time.About the TheatreThe Wickham Theatre is a dedicated performance space, housed within its own building and used for theatrical productions. It has long been associated with the University of Bristol's drama programme, giving students a proper working venue in which to develop and present their work. Rather than operating as a large commercial playhouse, it functions as an…