The Alnwick Playhouse

The Alnwick Playhouse is an arts centre, theatre and cinema in the town of Alnwick in Northumberland, England. It is a vibrant cultural hub, offering a diverse programme of theatre, music, film, community events and more. Alnwick Playhouse is a registered charity committed to inspiring creativity and enriching lives through the arts.
The beautifully restored venue provides a welcoming space for audiences and artists alike, and they work closely with local communities to ensure the Playhouse remains a place where everyone can experience and enjoy art and culture. The venue consists of an auditorium seating over 250 people, a studio space seating 60 people, a visual art gallery, cafe and bar.

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History

The Playhouse was originally built in 1925 as a 700-seat cinema and occasional music hall. The Playhouse eventually closed in 1979. The NTC Touring Theatre Company bought the building and converted the ground floor. The upper floor was leased out to The Alnwick District Playhouse Trust who re-opened the newly refurbished Alnwick Playhouse in December, 1990. It has remained open since then.