Electric Theatre Guildford

20/02/2026

Operators of Guildford's Electric Theatre cancelled shows from April last year after £250k losses.

13/02/2026

This week Guildford Borough Council budgeted £100,000 for repairs to The Electric Theatre whilst its future is being considered.
It is very reassuring to see this included in the budget as it continues to show that GBC are wanting to get this theatre back up and running and serving the community as quickly as possible.

22/01/2026

Apologies for being quiet on this account recently. We are theatre producers and have just closed our Christmas season, the most important time of year for theatre, so our focus has very much been there. We have some exciting ideas about what we would love to do at Christmas at The Electric Theatre if we had the opportunity, and how this could beautifully complement the existing cultural offering in Guildford.

For now, we wanted to share that we attended the council’s roundtable event on Saturday 17th January at the council offices. We’d like to thank the council for hosting this event and for bringing together so many people who care deeply about the theatre.

It was a full day filled with positivity from both attendees and the council. We truly believe everyone shares the same hope: that the theatre can reopen as a community arts venue, focusing on theatrical performances and productions, both professional and amateur.

This will not be a quick process, and we also have the upcoming changes to local government in mind, with Guildford Borough Council due to cease to exist in 2027. If the theatre is not reopened before then, there is uncertainty around what could happen, as no one yet knows who the new unitary authority will be or what their priorities might be.

GBC is currently carrying out surveys on the building, and once they understand its condition, we hope they will open the bidding process so interested parties can submit official proposals to take on the lease of The Electric Theatre.

We’ve made it clear to the council that we are happy to help in any way possible to move things forward and get the theatre back in action as soon as we can so the people of Guildford can once again use and enjoy it.

Our thanks again to GBC, both councillors and officers, for inviting us to the roundtable. We really appreciated being part of such an open and honest conversation about this much-loved theatre.

GBC have released a press release on the day and that can be found on the ‘Guildford Borough Council News Room’ page on their website.

02/12/2025

If anyone would like to speak to the council they can do so today at the farmers market.

This Tuesday 2 December, our engagement team will be at the Farmers’ Market to hear your views on the future of The Electric Theatre.

We’ll be outside the Guildhall from 11am to 1pm.

Drop by to chat with us or fill out the survey online https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/ElectricTheatreSurvey

21/11/2025

11/11/2025

We have launched a new website so you can keep up-to-date with our journey. On the website you can read our proposal which is being periodically updated and developed, see endorsement from well-known actress Jenny Seagrove, see other endorsement video testimonials and read our letters of support which are being added to as we move forward.

At the bottom of the website you can also sign up to our mailing list to be kept fully in the loop when it comes to The Electric Theatre, Guildford.

If you’d like to be involved or support our bid please email [email protected]

11/11/2025

🎭The Electric Theatre survey is now live!

Take part in the short survey to help shape the future of this cherished community arts and theatre venue.

📝 Complete the survey online👉 https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/ElectricTheatreSurvey

📍 Or pick up a printed copy at Millmead Office, the Tourist Information Centre, Guildford Museum and The Hive.

Let’s work together to reimagine this special space for our community.

04/11/2025

The Council have explained that their planned ‘round table’ discussions will now take place in 2026. Given the financial pressures they face, it’s understandable that priorities have had to be carefully managed. Still, it’s a pity these conversations couldn’t happen sooner, as the longer the theatre remains unused, the more it risks deteriorating before a new leaseholder takes it on.

It’s encouraging that the Council want to hear what residents would like from the theatre’s future, and those discussions will play an important part in shaping its next chapter. Time remains an important factor, particularly with a new unitary council on the horizon.

You can sign up for Guildford Borough Council updates via this link: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/ElectricTheatreSignup

13/10/2025

Meet Our Working Group

We’re excited to introduce the dedicated team shaping Wysch Productions’ proposal to take on the lease of The Electric Theatre.

Our working group includes Nick and Charlotte Wyschna, Rosie Hatton, Cath Humphrys, Emily Windham, and Diana Roberts who are all passionate about ensuring the theatre continues to thrive as a creative hub for the community.

If Wysch Productions is awarded the lease, this working group will evolve into a steering group. We plan to invite representatives from local organisations and regular users of the theatre to join us. This group will meet regularly, share feedback with the management and help guide the theatre’s future ensuring it remains a community asset.

As always, we’re committed to keeping our proposal and journey open and transparent. If you’d like to learn more or get involved, please email [email protected]. We welcome your thoughts, ideas, and support as we work to save and strengthen The Electric Theatre.

08/10/2025

The company are behind a number of popular events and productions across Guildford

05/10/2025

✨ We are honoured to have Diana Roberts supporting our bid proposal for The Electric Theatre, Guildford. ✨

“I firmly believe that Guildford Fringe (Wysch Productions) is the ideal choice to take over the Electric Theatre. I have personally known Nick and Charlotte Wyschna for over 15 years and seen the effort and expertise, passion and experience they bring to everything they do – but most of all they truly care. They care about their performers, their audiences and their partners. Their experience, community focus, and innovative spirit make them exceptionally well placed to enhance the theatre’s legacy and ensure its success for years to come. I fully support their bid and look forward to seeing the Electric Theatre flourish under their stewardship.“

💬 — Diana Roberts
Former Tourism Marketing and Development Manager for Guildford Borough Council (10+ years)

📖 You can read Diana’s full letter via the link in our bio.