Theatre Porto

Theatre Porto Creating brave, small-scale theatre for, by and with young people and children.

Save the Date: Topsy Turvy 2026Date 7th, 8th & 9th AugustTopsy Turvy is back for 2026 – and this year, we’re beginning t...
19/06/2026

Save the Date: Topsy Turvy 2026
Date 7th, 8th & 9th August

Topsy Turvy is back for 2026 – and this year, we’re beginning the countdown to something special. As Theatre Porto heads celebrates our 40th birthday, we’re inviting children, young people and families to join us in Whitby Park for a joyful, playful celebration.

Expect the park to be filled once again with live music, performances, creative workshops and imaginative outdoor spaces shaped with and for children. There’ll be moments to move, make, watch and join in – from family discos and pop-up happenings to quieter places to explore, create and connect.

This year’s Topsy Turvy is about gathering together – celebrating where we are, and looking ahead to what’s next. A chance to turn things upside down, share experiences, and start the party early as we step into our 40th year!

More details coming soon…

Today is the last chance to see 'Through the Eyes of Children' Exhibition | Friday 19th June 9.30am – 3.00pmBringing tog...
19/06/2026

Today is the last chance to see 'Through the Eyes of Children' Exhibition | Friday 19th June 9.30am – 3.00pm

Bringing together work created by children from eight primary schools across Ellesmere Port as part of Refugee Week 2026 at Theatre Porto.

Developed collaboratively with schools across the town, the exhibition explores ideas of migration, belonging, welcome and community through children’s perspectives, experiences and imaginations.

This project is supported by Cheshire West and Chester Council and Arts Council England as part of Edge of Wonder, place partnership programme.

Find out more at https://theatreporto.org/through-the-eyes-of-children/

The Family HangoutDates: Every Saturday MorningTime: 10.00am – 12.00noonAges: All / Cost £FREECome and hangout in our ca...
18/06/2026

The Family Hangout
Dates: Every Saturday Morning
Time: 10.00am – 12.00noon
Ages: All / Cost £FREE

Come and hangout in our cafe with Phil and kick-start the weekend with some games, crafts and story-exploring, all whilst enjoying a hot cup of tea and a delicious cake from our Cafe.

Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

No booking required, just turn up and join in.

Afterwards we have regular Live Performances and Monthly Film Club

Finishing tomorrow (Friday 19th June) - have you seen 'Through the Eyes of Children' our exhibition that brings together...
18/06/2026

Finishing tomorrow (Friday 19th June) - have you seen 'Through the Eyes of Children' our exhibition that brings together work created by children from eight primary schools across as part of at .

Refugee Week 15-21 June 2026 - The world’s largest arts and culture festival celebrating the contributions, creativity and resilience of refugees and people seeking sanctuary.

Find out more at:
https://TheatrePorto.org/through-the-eyes-of-children

DEADLINE EXTENDED | Programme & Partnership Producer (Edge of Wonder)We've extended the deadline for applications for ou...
17/06/2026

DEADLINE EXTENDED | Programme & Partnership Producer (Edge of Wonder)

We've extended the deadline for applications for our new Programme & Partnership Producer role, helping to deliver Edge of Wonder – a major new place-based cultural programme in Ellesmere Port, supported through Arts Council England's Place Partnership programme.

We've also made a small change to the role following feedback from potential applicants. Rather than specifying a fixed 25-hour week, we're now open to discussing working patterns between 2 and 4 days per week, with salary paid pro rata from a £32,000 FTE salary.

Based at Theatre Porto, Ellesmere Port

New application deadline: 24th June 2026 NOON

Find out more and apply: Programme and Partnerships Producer (Edge of Wonder) - recruitment pack > https://theatreporto.org/JOIN

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Have you been to the ‘Through the Eyes of Children’ exhibition on this week as part of ? 2 days left to see the brillia...
17/06/2026

Have you been to the ‘Through the Eyes of Children’ exhibition on this week as part of ?

2 days left to see the brilliant artwork created by local primary schools!

JOIN US: We're looking for a freelance Strategic Communications & Advocacy Specialist to join the Edge of Wonder / Gold ...
17/06/2026

JOIN US: We're looking for a freelance Strategic Communications & Advocacy Specialist to join the Edge of Wonder / Gold & Green programmes.

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and champion a pioneering approach to child-centred creative practice and cultural place-making in Ellesmere Port and beyond.

Working alongside Theatre Porto, the Ellesmere Port Cultural Learning Exchange and programme partners, you'll help articulate the value, ambition and long-term legacy of Edge of Wonder and the Gold & Green strategy. From local families and schools to funders, artists, commissioners and national partners, you'll develop compelling narratives that build understanding, advocacy and influence.

We're looking for someone who understands how communications can support long-term cultural change, relationship-building and legacy, and who can translate learning and emerging practice into meaningful stories that resonate locally, regionally and nationally.

Find out more and apply via our website:
https://theatreporto.org/JOIN

Family Film Club: RatatouilleJoin us at Theatre Porto on Saturday 27th June for a relaxed, family-friendly screening of ...
16/06/2026

Family Film Club: Ratatouille

Join us at Theatre Porto on Saturday 27th June for a relaxed, family-friendly screening of Disney Pixar's Ratatouille.

A rat with a passion for cooking helps a young kitchen hand fulfil his dreams in a bustling Paris restaurant in this much-loved animated classic.

Saturday 27th June
1pm screening
Certificate U
Pay What You Like

Book now! https://theatreporto.org/theatre-porto-family-films-june/

JOIN US: Evaluation & Learning PartnerCould you help us uncover the stories, learning and insights emerging through two ...
16/06/2026

JOIN US: Evaluation & Learning Partner

Could you help us uncover the stories, learning and insights emerging through two major new programmes?

We're looking for an Evaluation & Learning Partner to join us on Edge of Wonder and Port of Entry.

This role is about much more than measuring outputs. We're looking for someone who can help us reflect, learn and understand what is changing through our work with children, young people and communities.

We'd love to hear from evaluators, researchers, artists and interdisciplinary practitioners interested in participatory, place-based and socially engaged cultural work, and who understand that evaluation can be creative, relational and story-led.

Find out more and apply via the link in our bio - https://theatreporto.org/JOIN

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