Theatre in Bristol

The Bristol Old Vic theatre and training school is an international brand worthy of its status – making Bristol both a magnet and birthplace for some of the best actors and productions in the UK. Jeremy Irons, Patrick Stewart and Greta Scacchi are just a few of the big names who owe their careers to the city, a heritage which keeps drawing talent and crowds eager for world-class live theatre.

Throw in Bristol’s creative focus (Aardman Animations, BBC, Banksy…) and it’s not surprising the city has so much to offer the cultured professional. But it doesn’t stop at the Old Vic - there are countless other smaller venues offering fantastic performances from both established and up-and-coming actors, from the Redgrave Theatre in Clifton to the Tobacco Factory in Southville, putting on everything from the best children’s shows to Edinburgh festival highlights to touring Shakespeare of every flavour. The Bristol Hippodrome draws international and national touring West End musicals of the likes of We Will Rock You and Grease as well as world-class opera and ballet, while for plays the Bath Theatre Royal (just 10 minutes away by train) attracts everything worth seeing from around the country. And don’t forget the summer season, with outdoor Shakespeare in Queens Square, Ashton Court and many of the city’s parks.

For more information to go: www.theatrebristol.net