The Octagon Academy is recruiting
We're looking for 25 young people to write and produce and a new play for Bolton!
Cinderella is our 2016/17 festive show
This festive season the Octagon Theatre brings to life one of the greatest fairy-tales of all time in a magical, fun and feisty re-telling of Cinderella, from Friday 18 November until Saturday 14 January.
Octagon Theatre Bolton and University of Bolton hold Shakespeare Celebration
Throughout the 50 year history of the Octagon, many productions of Shakespeare’s work have been performed on the Octagon stage. In keeping with this proud tradition, the Octagon is celebrating Shakespeare’s work to commemorate the 400th anniversary of his death.
Call-outs for 2017 REVEAL Festival and Top 5 Readings now open!
The Octagon Theatre Bolton is delighted to invite submissions for its annual REVEAL Festival and Top 5 Season, uncovering new performances, new stories, and new voices from the North.
The Winter's Tale is coming
From Fri 21 October – Sat 5 November 2016, Octagon Theatre Bolton & University of Bolton present 'The Winter’s Tale'.
Auditions to be held for the role of Mamillius in The Winter's Tale
This will this be an exciting opportunity for two boys to work with a large cast in a professional producing theatre, experiencing everything from costume fittings to technical rehearsals.
To Kill a Mockingbird cast is announced
The Octagon Theatre’s exciting 2016-17 season begins with Harper Lee’s poignant and powerful To Kill a Mockingbird. Marking Elizabeth Newman’s first full season as Artistic Director at the Octagon, To Kill a Mockingbird captures the delight and mysteries of childhood as well as exploring the fight for justice.
Our 2016/17 Season has been announced
Classic drama, new adaptations and an exciting world premiere; the Octagon Theatre Bolton is delighted to announce its 2016–2017 season.
Buckets of fun to be had at Octagon Theatre’s first ever Pleasure Beach!
From 11am to 4pm, visitors to the Octagon Theatre’s first-ever Pleasure Beach weekend will be able to feel the sand between their toes, meet some donkeys, and indulge in some ice cream - whatever the weather.