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For ages 8-12 Come and join us in the October half term holidays for two days of creative theatre play! In just two days you’ll create a never-before-seen play which you can then perform to family and friends. We’ll combine your ideas (weird and wacky ones encouraged!) to create something truly unique. At acta Community …
Legend tells of a beautiful sapphire created eternities ago that gives its wearer total power. It was thought it had been lost to history, but it has resurfaced and sparked a sea-faring power struggle like no other. An infamous pirate throws a party onboard her ship and invites all: queens, princesses, mermaids, and vampires alike. …
Something strange is happening in the night sky… The stars are disappearing — and without them, the magic of Christmas is beginning to fade. In a quiet corner of the woods, an unlikely discovery sets a curious adventure in motion, while elsewhere a festive hotel is losing its sparkle and, in fairyland, the fairies are …
A retelling of the investigation into the events that took place at Bedminster Union Workhouse in 1855 Step into the haunting history of The Bedminster Union Workhouse with an immersive play brought to life by two acta groups. This unique production invites you to explore the grim realities of workhouse life while witnessing a retelling …
Join us this December for The Seekers of Christmas Joy, a heart-warming and action-packed production created by Phoenix Theatre! When Christmas joy mysteriously vanishes, a group of brave friends set off on a magical adventure to reclaim it. Filled with festive cheer, touching moments, and spirited performances, this original play will transport you into a …
Produced by Sudafest, Nouggara is a unique cultural event showcasing the rich musical traditions of Sudan through an exhibition of handcrafted Sudanese instruments, accompanied by workshops, a panel discussion, and live musical performances. Nouggara is the first event of its kind in the UK, designed to celebrate Sudan’s diverse musical heritage and foster cross-cultural understanding. Visitors will …
The Galloway family are eagerly preparing a banquet to which they’ve invited the entire kingdom. However, before anyone can tuck into their haggis, neeps, and tatties they are rudely interrupted by a petrifying uninvited guest, the headless horseman. As the night unfolds, he slowly pieces together the evidence for his brutal murder. Who killed the …
As part of Sharing Stories, a new cross high-street project between Filwood Broadway and East Street, Bedminster – we are delighted to present free creative workshops throughout autumn 2024. Sharing Stories has received £89,357 from the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. The fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life …
An unexpected group of strangers come together one evening, to discuss the thing they all have in common. Through sharing their own experiences and hearing each others’, they begin to question the perception they’ve always held about self-injury and ask themselves “Am I Worthy?” On the 15th and 16th July 2024, join the participants of …
Head back with us to 1923, to a town rattled by a string of disappearances, all leads have gone cold and the police are at a stalemate. Every room is booked up at The Farmbrook Inn for the county chess tournament, but by the morning there will be a new vacancy. Everyone is a suspect. …
acta & DreamArts Presents Call & Response: a community arts festival Acta and DreamArts are coming together to present an evening of new work from a combination of community and youth arts groups from Refugee backgrounds based across Bristol and London. Expect an evening of new writing, dance, music and celebration as three companies take …
The neighbourhood is changing and the residents are beginning to feel unease. Tensions rise, curtains twitch, and crime feels inescapable. Each resident’s background has an impact on their own view of things: one tries to approach with compassion, one gives the benefit of the doubt, whilst another chooses to fight back. How can one street …
BBC Upload is the home of new comedy, poetry and spoken word on the BBC! They’re bringing together some of the best emerging poets they’ve featured on air as part of a very special BBC Upload showcase at Lyra Festival. Plus a first half open mic led by Bristol Tonic. Want to get your poetry …
acta is a registered charity and relies on the generous support of donors to continue our work making theatre each year. We are currently seeking additional donations for our wide ranging community theatre programme over the year ahead.
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