We believe that theatre belongs to everyone, and everyone has a story to tell.
acta creates a place where everyone’s story matters, where individual opinions and experiences count, and are valued by others. We enable communities to share their stories, and engage audiences who rarely attend theatre.
News
acta’s Big 40
2025 marks 40 years of acta Community Theatre. This year, we’re reflecting on the countless stories shared, voices heard, and communities united through the transformative power of theatre.
Join Firefly
The new term of Firefly starts on 18th September and we have spaces available for new joiners 2-3.30pm. We are able to reimburse reasonable travel costs.
Firefly is open to all men.
Babbers
Led by Rosalie, an experienced facilitator at acta, Babbers combines fun, creativity, and developmental activities to support your baby’s early growth.
Our patron – Sir Tony Robinson
I’m delighted to have been asked to become patron of acta. The work the organisation does in Bristol and the wider community will be more important than ever during the difficult times ahead. I hope my own experience of grassroots theatre and my commitment to social justice and opportunity for all will mean I can make a valuable contribution
