Theatre on the Steps – Bridgnorth’s Hidden Gem
Tucked halfway down the historic Stoneway Steps in Bridgnorth, Theatre on the Steps has been a cornerstone of the local arts scene since 1964. Originally a Congregational Chapel, the building was transformed into a working theatre by a passionate local amateur dramatic society—and it’s been entertaining audiences ever since.
Our intimate venue seats 182 people—118 in the stalls and 64 in the balcony—offering a unique and welcoming space to experience live performance.
Throughout the year, we present a vibrant and diverse programme, including drama, comedy, music. Our in-house companies stages several productions, while the rest of our calendar features an exciting mix of visiting theatre companies, musicians, comedians, and community events.
We remain a community theatre at our heart - run by a small core team and supported by a brilliant group of dedicated volunteers. We receive no regular public funding and rely entirely on ticket sales and events to keep our doors open.
Each year, we welcome over 12,000 visitors and proudly run a thriving Youth Theatre, alongside a wide range of free opportunities for local people to get involved onstage, backstage, or behind the scenes. Plus our new resident repertory company, Æthelfald Productions, also provides pathways for professional creatives to step into paid creative roles.
From our Green Room, visitors can enjoy spectacular views across the Severn Valley, overlooking the River Severn and Bridgnorth’s Low Town. In fact, the Bridgnorth town webcam is mounted on our roof—it truly is the best view in town!
We’re proud to be part of the beautiful Bridgnorth community, and to play a role in keeping live theatre and the performing arts thriving in Shropshire.
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