The Bear Pit Theatre
The Bear Pit Theatre is Stratford-upon-Avon's first and only 'little' theatre, situated in the United Reformed Church on Rother Street in the heart of Shakespeare's historic Warwickshire town. A member of the Little...
Arts And Culture, Theatres · Stratford-upon-Avon
About The Bear Pit Theatre
The Bear Pit Theatre is Stratford-upon-Avon's first and only 'little' theatre, situated in the United Reformed Church on Rother Street in the heart of Shakespeare's historic Warwickshire town. A member of the Little Theatre Guild and a registered charity, it produces its own work under the banner of The Bear Pit Theatre Company and also hosts visiting productions from companies such as Phoenix Players, Blue Fire Theatre Co, Lanternfish Theatre Company and others. The programme includes plays, music performances, a community cinema, audio dramas and a podcast called The Bear Essentials. The theatre offers venue hire, volunteering opportunities, auditions, play readings and writers' workshops. The box office opens 30 minutes before each performance, with some hired events running their own box offices. The theatre is a short drive from Junction 15 of the M40, giving good access to the M42, M5, M6 and M25.
Frequently asked questions
How do I book tickets?
Tickets can be booked through Bear Pit Managed Bookings via the ticket hotline on 0333 666 3366, or in person at the Box Office which opens 30 minutes before each performance. Please note that some hired events run their own box office, with booking links found on the specific event pages.
Can I hire the venue?
Yes, the venue is available for hire. Venue hire enquiries should be directed to hires@thebearpit.org.uk.
How do I get to the theatre by car?
Stratford-upon-Avon is a short drive from Junction 15 of the M40, giving good access to the M42, M5, M6 and M25. The postcode for sat nav is CV37 6LU.
Can I get involved with the theatre?
Yes, The Bear Pit Theatre offers volunteering opportunities, auditions, play readings and writers' workshops. You can also subscribe to their newsletter to stay informed about activities.
What type of events does the theatre host?
The theatre stages its own productions under The Bear Pit Theatre Company and welcomes visiting companies. The programme includes plays, music performances such as Pink Floyd tribute nights, a community cinema, audio dramas and a podcast called The Bear Essentials.
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