Local Reviews
In October 2025, Tina Stanier said about Octagon Theatre
Love this theatre, so welcoming. The restaurant is lovely too, great staff and food.
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In October 2025, Chris Saggs said about Octagon Theatre
I went to the matinee performance of Pride and Prejudice.
What a fantastic production, such an amazing cast and a truly excellent script.
The music too is very clever.
I couldn't single out just one person, because they were all just brilliant!
So brilliant even, that my friend didn't even realise that Mary (played with great comedic effect) and Mr Bingley were the same actor.
Mr Collins AKA Mr Wickham was so odious and very funny.
Mr Bennett also played Anne, so farcical and great fun.
The actor playing Mrs Bennett was the best portrayal of this character that I've ever seen, and the fact that she was on crutches as she scooted about, just added to the whole performance.
Mr D'arcy, well, his first appearance had the desired effect and when he just uttered the line with only one word: "Good", I nearly fell off my chair laughing.
In the scene when he and Elizabeth were about to join hands, I felt the emotional tension between them crackle.
The last scene was genius and had me feeling so emotional
It was all so immersive, made even more so because of the octagonal shape of the stage.
The costumes, music and lighting, all first class.
The direction too, was so clever, particularly when the actors were moving the furniture around and Mr Collins did so whilst still in character, that was hysterical
It was all, just so splendid!
What a fantastic production, such an amazing cast and a truly excellent script.
The music too is very clever.
I couldn't single out just one person, because they were all just brilliant!
So brilliant even, that my friend didn't even realise that Mary (played with great comedic effect) and Mr Bingley were the same actor.
Mr Collins AKA Mr Wickham was so odious and very funny.
Mr Bennett also played Anne, so farcical and great fun.
The actor playing Mrs Bennett was the best portrayal of this character that I've ever seen, and the fact that she was on crutches as she scooted about, just added to the whole performance.
Mr D'arcy, well, his first appearance had the desired effect and when he just uttered the line with only one word: "Good", I nearly fell off my chair laughing.
In the scene when he and Elizabeth were about to join hands, I felt the emotional tension between them crackle.
The last scene was genius and had me feeling so emotional
It was all so immersive, made even more so because of the octagonal shape of the stage.
The costumes, music and lighting, all first class.
The direction too, was so clever, particularly when the actors were moving the furniture around and Mr Collins did so whilst still in character, that was hysterical
It was all, just so splendid!
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In October 2025, Claire Neville said about Octagon Theatre
Lovely theatre, in the round. A guest had a medical incident during the show. It was handled swiftly with compassion and kindness. We saw Private Lives. It was excellent.
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In October 2025, Jan Acton said about Octagon Theatre
Great place especially after the refurbishment. Great viewing, in the round, so the actors make sure they move around the central stage giving everyone a fair chance of seeing and hearing them clearly. Lovely bar areas on all 3 levels.
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In October 2025, Kay Dixon said about Octagon Theatre
Very old fashioned old school theatre.
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In October 2025, Ian Hill said about Octagon Theatre
A great venue for shows. We really enjoyed our first visit
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In November 2025, Andy Sumner said about Octagon Theatre
We started visiting the Octagon about 4 years ago and now see every production. We've yet to see a disappointing one. They have all been excellent and the theatre space is excellent with good views from all seats no matter what shape is used for a particular performance. Friendly staff and volunteers and car parks nearby all add up to an excellent venue.
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In November 2025, Richard McArtney said about Octagon Theatre
Great venue, very adaptable space. I will return.
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In November 2025, Ian Brown said about Octagon Theatre
A compact, warm and welcoming theatre.
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In November 2025, Katie S said about Octagon Theatre
We recently visited to watch Christmas Carol and it was an outstanding performance! All of the actors and stage staff were absolutely wonderful, and gave an engaging and magical performance. Definitely feeling Christmassy now! I would recommend this show to anyone.
The venue itself provided a unique experience for us, with the main theatre being a 360° stage. The bars and cafe were great, with delicious food. We had a lovely day out here.
The venue itself provided a unique experience for us, with the main theatre being a 360° stage. The bars and cafe were great, with delicious food. We had a lovely day out here.
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