OTHER OPPORTUNITIES
Throughout the year at the the Grand we hold a variety of events including public and private Theatre Tours, Book Clubs and Post Show Q&A’s! Please scroll down for further information.
THEATRE TOURS
Organise a visit for your group to the Grand this season! Learn all about the working world of theatre and enjoy a private tour of this historic building. During a theatre tour you will visit front of house, backstage including the chance to go on the stage and the opportunity to pop into a dressing room. Great for all ages!
Tours can be tailored to suit the needs of your group and are available throughout the week. A minimum of 6 people are required for a private tour.
Cost is £10 +VAT for adults and £5 +VAT for under 16’s.
To book your tour contact James Collins, Outreach Manager: Creative Learning, on 01902 57 33 20 or email jamesc@grandtheatre.co.uk
We also hold public theatre tours throughout the year, these are £10* per adult and £5* for under 16’s. They generally take place on a Saturday morning commencing at 10am and lasting approximately 90 minutes. Please keep an eye on our website for announcements of upcoming public tours.
*All orders will be subject to a transaction fee of £4
GRAND READERS BOOK CLUB
Our monthly Saturday book club explores a wealth of texts linked to show from the Grand Theatre stage. From classics like Oliver Twist to celebrity novels by panto stars, our book club enjoys discussing characters, plot and favourite extracts over coffee and cake in our friendly, relaxed environment.
Grand Readers meet monthly on Saturdays at 11am – 12.30pm (unless stated otherwise), sessions cost £5 including refreshments.
Our next book club meetings are:
THE BOY AT THE BACK OF THE CLASS – Onjali Q. Raúf, 2023 | Saturday 20 April 2024
THE CUBICLE AT THE END – Guy. M. Etchells, 2024 | Saturday 11 May 2024
THE APPEAL – Janice Hallett, 2021 | Saturday 29 June 2024
MOBY DICK – Herman Melville, 1851 | Saturday 13 July 2024
Please contact Box Office on 01902 42 92 12 to book your place.
PRE & POST SHOW TALKS
Over the last 5 years the post show Q&A’s have increasingly grown in popularity, with some Q&A’s having over 400 audience members in attendance!
Learn more about life as a performer, fascinating facts about the show and have your chance to ask the company your questions.
These events take place on stage and last approximately 15-20 minutes, providing an excellent addition to your understanding of the show.
There is no need to book for a Q&A, simply make your way to the front of the stalls once the performance has ended.
FREE POST SHOW Q&A’s:
THE BOY AT THE BACK OF THE CLASS | Following the 2pm performance on Thursday 18 April 2024
FRANKIE GOES TO BOLLYWOOD| following the 7:30pm performance on Thursday 13 June 2024
Pre show talks generally occur for Operas and Ballets and take place in our Spotlight Lounge, please refer to this page for any updates.
For more information on post-show or pre-show Q&A’s please contact James Collins on 01902 57 33 20 or email jamesc@grandtheatre.co.uk