Octagon Theatre announces winners for Creative Writing Competition
We are thrilled to announce the winners of the ‘One Night In Bolton’ Writing Competition which the theatre launched to help encourage creativity in lockdown.
Octagon announces participation in Freelance Task Force
We are delighted to be taking part in the Freelance Task Force, spearheaded by Fuel Theatre.
Octagon Theatre announces match funder for donation appeal
To support the charity during the Covid-19 pandemic The Oglesby Charitable Trust will match public donations to the theatre.
Ralf Little joins judging panel of Creative Writing Competition
Actor and writer Ralf Little as seen on 'The Royle Family' and 'Two Pints of Larger and a Packet of Crisps' has joined our judging panel for our One Night In Bolton writing competition.
Octagon launches Bolton-wide creative writing competition
To encourage creativity during lockdown we are launching a new writing competition for anyone aged 11 and over.
Octagon launches new opportunities for over 50s
We are thrilled to launch a new opportunity for over 50s in Bolton to get involved in activities from home, including a brand new Theatre Club
Reopening of the Octagon delayed due to impact of Covid-19
Due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic the opening of the major redevelopment of the Octagon has been delayed until late autumn 2020.
Octagon Bolton and other arts organisations across Greater Manchester are joining forces to support local freelance artists during the COVID-19 crisis.
GM Artist Hub is a new project bringing together many of the city-region’s most well-known organisations in an effort to support the independent performers, artists and companies that make up Greater Manchester’s vibrant artistic community.
Octagon Online is here to keep you entertained
Welcome to Octagon Online where you will find a selection of fun, creative and educational activities that you can enjoy at home.
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