Octagon Theatre
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Four thrilled year one boys left the BFG performance along with their accompanying adults on Saturday. The adaptation of the fantastic story did not disappoint in the slightest.
We would highly recommended this show in the wonderfully intimate octagon theatre.
We had a lovely satisfying lunch in the octagon cafe before the performance. Staff in the box office, cafe and theatre were very kind and helpful too!
We would highly recommended this show in the wonderfully intimate octagon theatre.
We had a lovely satisfying lunch in the octagon cafe before the performance. Staff in the box office, cafe and theatre were very kind and helpful too!
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Dear trip advisor yesterday day I went to the Octagon thearter.In Bolton it was
Wicked.I liked all the stomping and the roof it was cool I loved it. the acting
They' we're really good actors and actress. One giant was caled the Blood botler
The Bone cruncher and the fresh lump eater were rotten friends for ever...
But the BFG is defiantly not friends with the over Giant!
The set have good Technology and I like Sophie's acting a lot she did a lot of walking so did. The BFG I would give that 5 stars to that!!!
Year 2 pupil, Ashurst School
Wicked.I liked all the stomping and the roof it was cool I loved it. the acting
They' we're really good actors and actress. One giant was caled the Blood botler
The Bone cruncher and the fresh lump eater were rotten friends for ever...
But the BFG is defiantly not friends with the over Giant!
The set have good Technology and I like Sophie's acting a lot she did a lot of walking so did. The BFG I would give that 5 stars to that!!!
Year 2 pupil, Ashurst School
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Yesterday I went to the octagon theatre to see the BFG. It was fantastic! THE actors were funny even the BFG because he was crying on the table.Exept for the monster bone cruncher blood blotter flesh Lumber
Year 2 pupil, Ashurst school
Year 2 pupil, Ashurst school
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Yesterday I went to see the BFG in the octagon theatre. The BFG was awesome and cool! The nasty giants ate everybody. The bone cruncher was funny. Their acting was brilliant.
Year 2 pupil, Ashurst School
Year 2 pupil, Ashurst School
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The cast were fabulous in engaging with the audience encouraging them to chat to them, The staging is in the round and the set is an incredibly realistic dugout.
The ambiance was fantastic and the play thought prevoking sad..happy..all sorts of emotions ..It was a great night out and I strongly recommend it.
The ambiance was fantastic and the play thought prevoking sad..happy..all sorts of emotions ..It was a great night out and I strongly recommend it.
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Been here 6/7 times a year for last 3 years and I have yet to see a show I've not enjoyed. I also regularly go to the Lowry in Salford and the Royal Exchange in Manchester. Each has its own merits but, despite being smaller/having less expansive budgets, the Octagon has never disappointed. This is a theatre in the round but on a smaller, more intimate scale, than the Royal Exchange.
As with most major theatres you can pre-order drinks but, unlike the Lowry or the Royal Exchange, if you don't its still possible to buy a drink on spec in the interval.
Really glad I branched out a bit further.
As with most major theatres you can pre-order drinks but, unlike the Lowry or the Royal Exchange, if you don't its still possible to buy a drink on spec in the interval.
Really glad I branched out a bit further.
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I had an enjoyable evening watching the play which was originally based in Bolton. So it was fitting to see the play live in the Octagon. I had a cracking seat near the stage and the cost of the ticket was very reasonable. It’s a small intimate venue in the town centre and is well provisioned by public transport and local parking.
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We saw Noises Off earlier in the season and The Family Way last week. Both plays were excellent productions, superbly acted. Dinner in Cafe Eight was really nice. We had potted salmon and toast, blue cheese and pear tart to start and roast lamb as main course with a bottle of house red. The play, set in the sixties, feels as though it is from another age, but was immaculately acted and absolutely everything worked. Highly recommended.
We are so lucky to live in an area that has so many excellent theatres. Besides the Royal Excahnge, we have the the Octagon, Altrincham Garrick Playhouse, Altrincham Little Theatre and many others where the productions we see on a regular basis are so well produced and so well acted that we cant see how they can be bettered even nationally. And the prices are never like in London where a seat for a play can easily cost £60 or more. (However, it would be nice to see more support for local theatres from the local communities.)
We have only two irritations: Cafe Eight have increased their prices for meals significantly this year and the Highways authorities are determined to spoil our evening by cutting off our motrway access to Altrincham after the shows and sending us off on a wild goose chase around the countryside without any appropriate diversion signage or adequate notice.
We are so lucky to live in an area that has so many excellent theatres. Besides the Royal Excahnge, we have the the Octagon, Altrincham Garrick Playhouse, Altrincham Little Theatre and many others where the productions we see on a regular basis are so well produced and so well acted that we cant see how they can be bettered even nationally. And the prices are never like in London where a seat for a play can easily cost £60 or more. (However, it would be nice to see more support for local theatres from the local communities.)
We have only two irritations: Cafe Eight have increased their prices for meals significantly this year and the Highways authorities are determined to spoil our evening by cutting off our motrway access to Altrincham after the shows and sending us off on a wild goose chase around the countryside without any appropriate diversion signage or adequate notice.
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Just visited the Octagon Theatre for the latest play 'The Family Way' I can honestly say we had a really good night. The Octagan has had a face lift since our last visit and the bar area as been much improved with an additional Kiosk selling chocolate and ice cream being a bonus. The play itself got off to a slow start in my opinion but by the end I really enjoyed it. Looking forward to going again
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I have watched plays at this theatre since the late 1970s and have an annual season ticket. It produces a wide variety of challenging plays and other events and the performances are nearly always excellent. It's had a bit of a makeover in recent years so the small cafe and the bar are now much better. My only "complaint" is that the small auditorium can get very stuffy in the summer - it could do with aircon!
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This is a superb small in area but on ideas town theatre. Holds about 500 people depending on the set. They do a very wide spectrum of plays for all tastes. The prices are reasonable but if you book a season ticket, you will save even more money. The staff are very helpful and friendly and you can either book on line or in person. There are special offers available throughout the season. Don't just read this and ignore it, come on and try, you won't be disappointed.
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I am a season ticket holder at the Octogon, and it is just the best value for money .Every production is just brilliant. I love the Exchange Theatre in Manchester, but I have to say that the Octogon always has the edge. It absolutely never disappoints.
The restaurant is also really good, and the staff always helpful and friendly, and seem to love their jobs. Do go if you get a chance , it wont matter what the play is it will be brilliant.
The restaurant is also really good, and the staff always helpful and friendly, and seem to love their jobs. Do go if you get a chance , it wont matter what the play is it will be brilliant.
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We've just had lunch at 8 Cafe Bar and we've been very impressed. Clean & tidy,nice service and tasty food. What more could you want in a town centre setting.
Will definitely go again.. Thanks!
Will definitely go again.. Thanks!
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Intimate venue, always a good atmosphere, have great productions on, check out their What's On Guide!
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Enchanting, mesmerising and captivating an evening here will leave you wanting more evenings like this. The productions are slick, the seating superb and the atmosphere electric as you eagerly anticipate the show ahead. Most certainly book tickets for any production here and you will not be disappointed.
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What a fabulous evening performance of "Noises Off" at this great little theatre. The actors were tireless in their performances which had the audience rolling in their seats.
A very special mention to the stage staff who were even entertaining in shifting the sets around, twice, as part of the performance. It was very interesting too, so see how they do these things which are normally out of sight.
My family are regulars here. The theatre itself is very intimate and one can engage fully with the actors. Highly recommended.
We enjoyed a pre theatre dinner at the Eight bistro type restaurant, all delicious and the wait staff were helpful as well as entertaining too. Well done to all.
We
A very special mention to the stage staff who were even entertaining in shifting the sets around, twice, as part of the performance. It was very interesting too, so see how they do these things which are normally out of sight.
My family are regulars here. The theatre itself is very intimate and one can engage fully with the actors. Highly recommended.
We enjoyed a pre theatre dinner at the Eight bistro type restaurant, all delicious and the wait staff were helpful as well as entertaining too. Well done to all.
We
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It was my first visit to the Octagon for many years, having been persuaded by a group of friends to join them. The production featured several cast members better known for their soap opera characters & guess what, they are better in the flesh. Thoroughly enjoyable night. Maybe my next visit won't be too far in the future.
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I have visited the Octagon theatre on several occasions over a number of years ,and have never been disappointed. No matter where you sit in the auditorium you have a clear view of the stage. The performances were outstanding both the directing & acting superb. Would definately recommend include a visit to the theatre should you be in the Greater Manchester region.
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Frequent visitor to the octagon theatre, I love these nights out. Set out so your right in the action. A must for ant theatre goer, looking forward to my next visit
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The Octagon Theatre is a great venue. I have seen some wonderful performances
over the last few years. I am a season ticket holder, and it has been worth every penny.
The last performance we saw was " Noises Off", which was excellent and very funny.
over the last few years. I am a season ticket holder, and it has been worth every penny.
The last performance we saw was " Noises Off", which was excellent and very funny.
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Saw 'Noises Off', brilliantly acted, fast paced, judging by the laughter of the audience, was enjoyed by all. A special mention to the stage crew who executed amazingly choreographed changes of scene
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Lovely cafe, great choice of food and drinks. Friendly service, would definitely recommend for a pre- theatre meal or just a bite to eat whilst out shopping!
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I have been to see several plays at the Octagon Theatre over the years but I have to say The Ancient Secret of Youth and the Five Tibetans was the worst of them all. I have never sat through 2 hours of such utter dismal rubbish. It was so bad I was in fits of laughter, best comedy by far!
I will go again but will research a little better first.
I will go again but will research a little better first.
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First visit to the Octagon. We were given free tickets so seated in the gods where a safety barrier made it necessary to lean forward to watch the play. Comfortable friendly feeling about the place, and because its small you had close contact with the players. Clever how they change the scenery etc. Toilet facilities just about adequate (only two ladies toilets squashed into a tiny space). Have to say the play, a farce, was dreadful, lots of slamming doors and shouting and running up and down stairs, absolutely awful not to our taste but the tickets were given which we were grateful for. Would definitely go again, and pay, to see a more suitable play.
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I recently went to see The Ancient Secret of Youth and the Five Tibetans. I have to say it was a brilliant play. Denise Welch was fantastic.
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