“Diaries survive while feelings slip away. They are the skeleton on which posterity puts flesh.” Osborne House 1901. As Victoria faces the final days of her reign, she clings to her diaries, the carefully kept record of a life defined by love, duty and profound loss. Into this certainty comes her younger self, forcing the …
Join Watermill Theatre for an afternoon of flavour, craft and creativity at this rum-focused cocktail masterclass, presented in collaboration with Henley Distillery. In this relaxed, hands-on session, you’ll learn to mix and shake three signature rum cocktails, guided by an expert host who’ll share professional techniques, tips and insider know-how along the way. Between sips, …
Ella Fitzgerald as Maria? Frank Sinatra as the Artful Dodger? Ever wondered what that might sound like? For one unforgettable night, the Sam Every (Little) Big Band makes its debut at the Watermill Theatre, reimagining the greatest hits of the West End like you’ve never heard them before. Joined by performers from The Great Gatsby, …
Soar far above the clouds and across the seas with a fantasmagorical new Watermill Theatre production of the iconic Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Delve into the hearts and imaginations of eccentric inventor Caractacus Potts, his children Jeremy and Jemima, and Truly Scrumptious as they set off on an audacious adventure in their car with the …
Join Watermill Theatre for a free taster of what their weekly youth theatre sessions are like! Involving games, script work and devising exercises, these will be a great example of the fun to be had and skills to be learned in their regular groups. Session schedule: 9.30 - 10.30am: Reception to Year 2 (Ages 4-7) …
Watermill Theatre is delighted to welcome award-winning director, former Watermill Associate Director and friend – John Doyle - back to the theatre this summer. John developed his signature ‘actor-musician’ style whilst at the small but mighty theatre – with his notable 2004 production of Sweeney Todd, later transferring to Broadway (and earning Doyle a Tony …
This Christmas, the most famous puppet in the world is returning to the Watermill Theatre in this smash-hit musical adaptation of Pinocchio. Having played to packed audiences and been rated as one of The Guardian’s top 10 theatre shows in 2024, this magical, timeless tale is back to offer a festive treat for the whole …
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