Quay Theatre
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We hadn't visited the Quay for years since our daughter was a child and into watching seasonal pantomime and to be blunt, in those days it was twee and provincial and not in a good way. It was amateur with a capital 'A', and its amateurishness was not just in it's performances on the stage but the entire set up.
Before anyone has a go at me, I appreciate they were doing their best. It was a small town operation, being run on a small budget mainly by volunteers...and I believe it still is.
Into the present I was reading the local paper, and noticed that a major singing artist from the West End was appearing at the Quay. My wife and I are both huge fans of musical theatre so we booked. The theatre has obviously had a major refurbishment over the last few years and it shows. The auditorium (while still small, the building dictates it couldn't be otherwise), has much more comfortable seating and seems more 'professional', good acoustic's too.
Even more impressive were the ticket office area, toilets, upstairs bar...everything. So much more professional, like the West End but on a much more intimate scale.
Looking at the programme of upcoming events it appears that the quality of acts at the theatre have improved too. Together with the pop up restaurant that appears to be in residence, this appears to be a venue on the up.
Only slight worry is I'm not sure their advertising is getting through to many local people, just their 'in crowd' of regulars. The singer we watched was excellent, played the lead in London's longest running musical for a year and the theatre was still a third empty.
That said, very good. We will be back much sooner than before.
Before anyone has a go at me, I appreciate they were doing their best. It was a small town operation, being run on a small budget mainly by volunteers...and I believe it still is.
Into the present I was reading the local paper, and noticed that a major singing artist from the West End was appearing at the Quay. My wife and I are both huge fans of musical theatre so we booked. The theatre has obviously had a major refurbishment over the last few years and it shows. The auditorium (while still small, the building dictates it couldn't be otherwise), has much more comfortable seating and seems more 'professional', good acoustic's too.
Even more impressive were the ticket office area, toilets, upstairs bar...everything. So much more professional, like the West End but on a much more intimate scale.
Looking at the programme of upcoming events it appears that the quality of acts at the theatre have improved too. Together with the pop up restaurant that appears to be in residence, this appears to be a venue on the up.
Only slight worry is I'm not sure their advertising is getting through to many local people, just their 'in crowd' of regulars. The singer we watched was excellent, played the lead in London's longest running musical for a year and the theatre was still a third empty.
That said, very good. We will be back much sooner than before.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
A small and very friendly theatre on the banks of the River Stour mainly staffed by volunteers. Very worthwhile visit to see a performance up close and personal
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
Bar, restaurant and theatre. Lots going on to suit all tastes throughout the year, right on the river. Small theatre which is tiered so everyone gets a good view.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
We took a party of 30 Cubs and Scouts to the Panto . Lovely little theater and a great performance from the cast which the kids really enjoyed .
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
Beautiful venue and fantastic staff - always on hand to help with what you need during your visit.Ample parking and lovely bar area. Cannot recommend visiting the Quay Theatre enough.
Source: thebestof.co.uk
I love this place! Interesting shows, music and plays, lovely staff, easy to get to, nice location and you can get food and drink here too. What's not to like.
The theatre is very intimate with only a hundred or so seats but that is one of the attractions for me. One band member performing there likened it to playing in someone's living room, which is not far off but it does allow for good interaction.
It's location on the river is lovely too, worth a look in daylight.
The theatre is very intimate with only a hundred or so seats but that is one of the attractions for me. One band member performing there likened it to playing in someone's living room, which is not far off but it does allow for good interaction.
It's location on the river is lovely too, worth a look in daylight.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
A lovely country theatre.
I frequent the bar regularly and enjoy the real ales and riverside terrace.
Plenty of variety in the shows in the auditorium along with frequent acoustic nights in the bar itself.
The new restaurant on the top floor is unbelievable quality!
I frequent the bar regularly and enjoy the real ales and riverside terrace.
Plenty of variety in the shows in the auditorium along with frequent acoustic nights in the bar itself.
The new restaurant on the top floor is unbelievable quality!
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
The Quay Theatre is a wonderful venue! I held, what turned out to be, a very successful networking event, the other evening. Most of the staff that work there, do so as volunteers and it's obviously how much they love our town's local theatre. Everyone was so helpful and friendly. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this venue to others. An absolute asset to the local community
Source: thebestof.co.uk
A small friendly theatre complete with bar and restaurant facilities. They always have a varied programme of shows to suit everyone and are at the heart of the local community
Source: thebestof.co.uk
