Wokingham Theatre

Hansard

9-19 September

Welcome to
Wokingham Theatre

Wokingham Theatre is a thriving community theatre, presenting eight major productions a year, alongside Youth Theatre productions, short runs of experimental productions, evenings of new writing, and a wide range of theatrical skills training and workshops, all in our 160+ seat home at Cantley Park in Wokingham.

Founded in 1947, WT is a registered charity and our purpose has always been to promote the enjoyment of theatre in and around Wokingham. The theatre is staffed and managed entirely by volunteers who give their time and skills to support all aspects of our operation, and our membership is made up from a wide array of experiences and backgrounds. We have a wide-reaching diversity and inclusion policy, and we’re always keen to hear from any potential new members thinking about joining us.

ACCESSIBILITY

Wokingham Theatre aims to be accessible to as many people as possible. We provide facilities including wheelchair accessible seats, a hearing loop, and easy access to the theatre & auditorium, but we are aware that everyone’s access needs may be different. We do have a guide available so you can find out about all of our facilities before you visit; to view the guide, discuss your access needs, or to arrange your seat please visit our Accessibility page.

We hope to welcome you to Wokingham Theatre very soon!

29 July - 1 August

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Our 2026/27 Season

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14-24 October

The Welkin

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11-14 November

Death and the Maiden

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Get Involved At WT

The best way to get involved at Wokingham Theatre is to become a member – in fact, Wokingham Theatre wouldn’t exist if it weren’t for our brilliant membership which is made up from a wide array of experiences and backgrounds.

We have a policy of colour-conscious casting, a wide-reaching diversity and inclusion policy, and we’re always keen to hear from any potential new members thinking about joining us.

Membership opens up all the doors and opportunities that members of our vibrant theatre enjoy, such as auditions for shows, backstage support, theatrical workshops, play reading and writing groups, front of house support and social events.

As a community theatre that is produced, managed and run entirely by volunteers, there’s never a shortage of ways to get involved here.

Membership is open to everyone, so whether you’re a seasoned amateur actor looking to tread our boards, you want to meet new theatre friends, or just want to get involved in the local arts scene, there’s something for everyone.

Members just pay an annual fee, then once you’ve joined you can get as involved with as much or as little as you’d like to at WT.

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Latest News

Announcing the 2026/27 season at Wokingham Theatre

Our Artistic Director Thomas Atkinson-Joy has revealed what plays are in store for the 2026/27 Season at Wokingham Theatre, which runs from September 2026 to July 2027. Announcing my first season as Artistic Director of Wokingham Theatre is a hugely exciting and humbling moment for me, and I am beyond excited to finally be able to share it. We read over 80 plays in the process of putting this programme together, and what has emerged is something I believe is genuinely bold, genuinely ambitious, and genuinely thrilling. At the heart of the season is a desire to bring together the very best of t

Hansard in conversation: director’s Q&A with Jerry Radburn

The 2026/27 season at Wokingham Theatre kicks off with Hansard, a modern piece of writing from Simon Woods (who many people will originally have known as Mr Bingley in the 2005 film version of Pride and Prejudice). The play runs at 90 minutes, without an interval, and for its cast of just two actors, there really is nowhere to hide; something director Jerry Radburn tells us we do not need to worry about, as we are in safe hands with this pair of actors. We’ve sat down with Jerry to hear exactly what is in store for the first play of our new season. Without giving too much away, what is Hansar

A few parting thoughts, from outgoing Artistic Director of the 2025/26 season, Jerry Radburn

As the 2025/26 season comes to a close, we’ve sat down with outgoing Artistic Director Jerry Radburn to reflect on the last 12 months at Wokingham Theatre. My time as AD has drawn to a close and now is the time to reflect. It has been hugely successful both artistically and financially. Most productions sold over 90% and feedback from the audience haas been overwhelmingly glowing. Not everyone will engage with each play but I hope the balance of this season provided an enjoyable and satisfying experience. Before I start a whistle stop tour of the plays I would like to thank Janice, Hedda

Audition Notice: Till The Stars Come Down

Till The Stars Come Down, by Beth Steel It’s Syliva and Marek’s wedding. Over the course of a hot summer’s day, a family gathers to welcome a newcomer into their midst. But as the vodka flows and the guests hit the dance floor, passions boil over and the limits of love are tested. Set in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire in 2023, Beth Steel’s heartbreaking and hilarious portrayal of a larger than life family struggling to come to terms with a changing world, opened at the National Theatre in January 2024, and was nominated that year for an Olivier Award for Best New Play. Aunty Carol (F) 60sMarried t