Discover Yvonne Arnaud Theatre in Guildford, guaranteed fun for all the family and a fantastic attraction on your doorstep in Surrey.
Situated on Surrey’s River Wey, the Yvonne Arnaud is a leading regional theatre, and registered charity, second to none for producing and presenting vibrant, outstanding, entertaining drama in Surrey. A regional theatre with a national reach and a mission to drama to the communities and families of Surrey and the South East.
They offer an exciting mix of classical and contemporary work staged by established theatre makers on the Main Stage, and small-scale work by emerging professional companies in the Mill Studio. Ballet, opera and children’s events as well as music, comedy and contemporary dance all feature in their programme of events. In addition, they present film seasons and host an annual art exhibition and offer opportunities and for community engagement activities all year round.
Their Autumn programme boasts an eclectic range of one night only events, including a hypnotist, a psychic medium and prized stand-up comedians like Ed Byrne and Simon Brodkin. They’ll be hosting week-long runs renowned touring productions direct from London’s West-End, such as the international acclaimed musical Blood Brothers, and London’s longest running play The Mousetrap adapted from Agatha Christie’s beloved best-selling mystery novel.
This Christmas they’ll present a classic Yvonne Arnaud take on the original rags to riches tale. The Godmother of all pantos, full of slapstick and slosh, music and magic, Cinderella! Written, directed, designed and staged in house by their Guildford team, you can be sure of a thoroughly original pantomime for all the family.
Since opening in 1965, The Yvonne Arnaud Theatre has remained an artistic resource and a safe space for their many communities to participate in the thrill of live theatre and arts activities. They enable people of all ages to come together, benefitting their health and well-being; realising stronger, more meaningful, social relationships; building prosperous and cohesive communities.
To find out more about Yvonne Arnaud and book tickets to any upcoming shows in Guildford, visit their website.
