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18/07/2026

Red Rose Chain return to Sutton Hoo, with Shakespeare’s 'Twelfth Night!' ✨

Theatre in the Forest is a national favourite for its imaginative reinterpretations of Shakespeare, making his plays accessible and fun for audiences of all ages.

'Twelfth Night' will be in memory of Jo Carrick, Artistic Director and Founder of Red Rose Chain. The company continues to deliver Jo’s legacy of theatre-making and celebrate her passion for the arts, local heritage, and inclusivity.

📅 22 Jul - 22 Aug

➡️ Book tickets: https://tinyurl.com/ybbs9hfe

17/07/2026

ℹ️ A quick update on some dates for you to be aware of this Summer.

☀️ Tomorrow is your last Saturday for a while to make the most of our fantastic Café Bar in this glorious weather!

For ticket sales whilst we are closed to the public, please call us on 01473 295900 or email [email protected].

Any changes to this schedule will be communicated ASAP.

16/07/2026

When young Leo Colston spends the summer of 1900 in rural Norfolk, he becomes the unwitting messenger between two forbidden lovers. What begins as an innocent errand soon unravels into a dangerous web of love, loss and betrayal in a summer that is destined to end in tragedy.

Inspired by L.P. Hartley’s classic novel and with original live music and striking visuals, the quiet intensity and pressures of rural life are brought vividly to life in this bold and haunting new play.

Inspired by L.P. Hartley’s classic novel, this bold new stage adaptation is a haunting showcase of love, loss and betrayal.

14/07/2026

Not long to wait now until 'the best version of Calendar Girls yet' (Charles Hutchinson Press) arrives in Ipswich! 🌻

🎟️ Tickets selling fast - book yours today!

📸 Tony Bartholomew

A New Wolsey Theatre, Stephen Joseph Theatre, Theatre by the Lake and Octagon Theatre Bolton Production.

An award-winning musical inspired by a true story about a group of ordinary women in Yorkshire who were anything but...

13/07/2026

Exciting news – after 20,000 people watched the show live on stage across the region, our critically acclaimed production of ‘Caroline: A New Musical’ is coming to your screens!

Whether you saw the show on stage and want to see it again, or didn’t manage to catch it on tour, we’re making sure that nobody has to miss out. BSL interpretation and captioning available, with audio description also coming soon.

Exclusively for those living in the East of England, you can book an on-demand pass between Mon 13 Jul – Sat 19 Sep for just £15 and watch with as many people as you like.

Book here: https://tinyurl.com/3kbxwdhs

You’ll have 72 hours from the point of purchase to watch the show as many times as you like – full booking and viewing details can be found through our website.

‘Caroline: A New Musical’ is presented by the East Anglian Touring Consortium

12/07/2026

'Rave On' is back this November!

Performed by an era-obsessed group of young musicians, this incredible show is jam-packed with note-perfect renditions of the music that defined rock ’n’ roll, including hits by the likes of Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, The Beatles, Connie Francis, Little Richard, Roy Orbison, Lulu and The Beach Boys!

🗓️ Wed 4 Nov, 2pm & 7pm performances

🎟️ Book tickets: https://tinyurl.com/32j3y5hc

11/07/2026

🌻 Hear from the current community cast of 'Calendar Girls the Musical,' who are performing at the Stephen Joseph Theatre in Scarborough, about why you should audition to join the cast when the show comes to our theatre!

We're looking to fill the roles of Danny and Tommo and would love to hear from you if you:

- Are aged 16 or over (with a playing age of 16–18).
- Are an aspiring actor who has not completed professional training.
- Are a confident singer.
- Are excited about performing in a professional production.

➡️ Find out all the details you need and apply through the Jobs page on our website.

If you have any questions, need us to make any adjustments to allow you to fully participate, or would like an informal discussion about the position, please contact [email protected].

10/07/2026

'Showstopper! The Improvised Musical' - Wed 21 Oct 🎶

Hamilton in a hospital? Mamma Mia at Christchurch park? You make the suggestions and the award-winning Showstoppers transform them on the spot into all-singing, all dancing productions with hilarious results!

🎟️ Over 65% sold already!

Hamilton in a hospital? Mamma Mia at Christchurch park? Anything can happen! An ingenious blend of comedy, musical theatre and spontaneity.

09/07/2026

☀️ It's a bit hot isn't it.

Take care when travelling to and being at our theatre - we can't wait to welcome you across the next couple of weeks!

08/07/2026

New show added - 'Application 39' ✨

Two young IT workers in Gaza hack the bid process for the 2048 Olympics as a prank... and win.

Their 'victory' becomes a surreal yet pressing journey through occupation, bureaucracy, absurdity and reconstruction. This show draws on real‑life testimonies, including from Gaza itself, to pose a radical question: what if Gaza were no longer rubble and siege — but a site of global gathering, resistance and renewal?

Membership priority booking has now begun - general sale opens at 10am on Fri 10 July!

🎟️ Booking link: https://tinyurl.com/ydbt9pca