Local theatre and charitable organisation providing Bury with a unique entertainment experience in comfortable surroundings!
Summerseat Players
Charitable Organisation in Bury
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Summerseat Players provides Bury and it's surrounding areas with a truly individual theatre experience, with a varied programme of performances throughout the year.
Summerseat Players is an enthusiastic theatre group and charitable organisation in the heart of Ramsbottom, run entirely by volunteers. The group is based in the Theatre Royal, which currently seats up to 204 people. Through donations and lottery funding the theatre is currently being redeveloped to include an upper floor and studio, whilst improving access for all and bringing the public areas up to date.
Founded in 1968, Summerseat Players aimed to become a leading amateur drama group in Bury and succeeded despite having no funds, equipment or building. Through determination, Summerseat Players is now a well-established charitable organisation that continually looks ahead to ensure future generations enjoy drama.
Youth Theatre
The Summerseat Players Youth Theatre gives young people new skills and allows them to develop self confidence through all aspects of theatre. Members can learn through a variety of different activities and are encouraged to work closely with other members and their group leaders. The Summerseat Players Youth Theatre is a charitable organisation that runs weekly workshops and put on at least one performance for the general public a year. The Youth Theatre has now become so popular that it runs three groups with young people of all ages.
Summerseat Players welcomes all new visitors and members and seeks to make theatre accessible for all. Volunteers are currently needed to help with the redevelopment of the theatre before its Grand Opening in December this year and would be greatly appreciated.
Since 1991, a solid following has developed within the local area and Summerseat Players is now looking to continue this and attract a wider audience. This local theatre provides Bury and the surrounding areas with a unique arts and entertainment experience and has become an integral part of the local community.
Summerseat Players Functions
The Theatre Royal has three main areas available for functions during the day and in the evening.
The main auditorium has a capacity of 204 people with a full theatrical stage and lighting and sound if necessary. Alternatively for smaller functions the first floor studio can take up to 60 people and is suitable for dance, music and fitness activities as well as small conferences. The bar and lounge area is also available with informal seating and standing space
Please contact The Theatre Royal on 01706 826760
The Theatre Royal,
Smithy St,
Ramsbottom,
BL0 9AT
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