CONTENT WARNING:Recommended viewing age, 15yrs+ This production contains flashing lights; Nazi imagery and gestures; depictions of homophobia; religious extremism and war violence; death; sexual references; footage of destruction caused by war and genocide; implied violence and torture; suicidal ideation; alcoholism; themes of miscarriage, infertility and domestic abuse. Scroll down to view, or click the arrow … Continue reading THE ARTISTS’ TALES: STORIES OF FAITH HOPE & LOVE
WORLD PERFORMANCE GRADUATE SHOWCASE | 5 Jun
Join us for a spectacular medley of scenes, songs, dance, commedia, live music and more at the World Performance Graduate Showcase! Scroll down to view, or click the arrow to download, the showcase programme: World Performance Graduation Programme 2026Download
MACHINAL | 21-23 May
21-22 MAY, 7:30pm | 23 MAY, 2:30pm & 7:30pm “Your skin oughtn't to curl—ought it—when he just comes near you—ought it?” A young woman is trapped in life's machine, reluctantly marrying her boss whom she finds repulsive – a necessity, not love – and the days tick by in an endless cycle. One day, the … Continue reading MACHINAL | 21-23 May
ACT LOCALLY: 2026 | 29-30 May
29 May, 7:30pm | 30 May, 2:30pm Three new community plays developed and performed with the people of Southend. BRING MAY FLOWERSWho’s to know if the flowers will grow? There are none if no seeds are sown, but sometimes there’s just no rain. “IT’S NOT A WALK IN THE PARK”The most common way people give … Continue reading ACT LOCALLY: 2026 | 29-30 May
“SEE IF IT STICKS” | 31 May
31 MAY | 3.00PM “Throw sh*t at the wall and see if it sticks!” “Throw sh*t at the wall and see if it sticks!” was the phrase passionately exclaimed at the BA Creative Producing students during their filmmaking class in their first year. Since then, it has become their defining creed; in having the courage … Continue reading “SEE IF IT STICKS” | 31 May
WORLDS APART: 2026 | 7-9 May
7-8 May, 7:30pm | 9 May, 2:30pm & 7:30pm A spellbinding triple bill of new writing, devised and performed by the graduating East 15 BA World Performance actors. From the Company that brought you Yerma and Mr. Burns comes a unique triple bill of three never-before-seen, one-act plays, featuring political satire, original music, comedy and more! Worlds Apart is … Continue reading WORLDS APART: 2026 | 7-9 May
LIVE, DIE, LIVE AGAIN | 11-13 Jun
11-12 JUN, 7:30pm | 13 JUN, 2:30pm & 7:30pm An electrifying evening of theatrical fights featuring cowboys, gangsters, spies and…pandas! At the conclusion of three years of intensive training, the graduating Acting & Fight Performance students take to the Clifftown stage one last time to showcase their skills. Expect an action-packed experience covering a wide … Continue reading LIVE, DIE, LIVE AGAIN | 11-13 Jun
OLEANNA | 2 May
2 May, 7:30pm Scroll down to view, or click the arrow to download, your free show programme: OLEANNA - ProgrammeDownload
VOXY VISION REUNION | 23 Apr
23 Apr, 7:30pm Step into the world of glamour for a reunion like no other… Voxy Vision’s most iconic crew, the Fatty Nattys, are back… and the tension is electric. Locked in a fiery rivalry with their polar opposites, the Posh Totties, these two worlds collide in a spectacle of drama, clashes, and unexpected twists. … Continue reading VOXY VISION REUNION | 23 Apr
FISHVILLE | 28 Mar
sat 28 mar | 7:30pm-8.30pm One day, a young man in swimming gear takes to the sea - but never starts swimming. Jared's death, following the unexpected sale of his parents’ house, throws a community into chaos. When Faith, the daughter of the man who bought Jared’s house, arrives in Saltwell and finds a severed … Continue reading FISHVILLE | 28 Mar