Talisman Theatre

Talisman Theatre Putting the Arts at the heart of our community. A vibrant members’ theatre with 9 main stage shows a year, Youth Theatre, Fringe nights & cinema.

Everyone’s welcome — on stage, backstage or in the audience.

🎭 2 WEEKS TO GO! ⭐️ Pure Dickensian mischief and mayhem opens on the Talisman stage on the 24th August, running until t...
09/08/2026

🎭 2 WEEKS TO GO! ⭐️

Pure Dickensian mischief and mayhem opens on the Talisman stage on the 24th August, running until the 29th August! 💫

Join us for a brilliant night of farcical fun featuring all of your favourite beloved characters from the works of Charles Dickens! You know the tales, now it’s time to watch their stories hilariously collide with all the charm! 🎩📖

BOOK NOW!
🔗 https://talismantheatre.co.uk/whats-on/bleak-expectations/

⏳ Cinema Night will be back in September! If you’re looking for a thoughtful, beautifully acted film to enjoy on the big...
06/08/2026

⏳ Cinema Night will be back in September!

If you’re looking for a thoughtful, beautifully acted film to enjoy on the big screen, HAMNET is not to be missed.

⭐ Oscar and BAFTA-winning performances.
🍅 93% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.
🎭 A moving story inspired by the family behind Shakespeare’s Hamlet.

Settle into our comfortable air conditioned auditorium, enjoy a drink during the interval and spend a relaxing Saturday evening with us.

📅 Saturday 5 September
🕢 7.30pm

We look forward to welcoming you back after our summer break.

05/08/2026

🎤 LIVE AT THE TALISMAN – THE BEST WAY TO SEE THE NATION'S TOP COMEDIANS THIS SUMMER!

With Live at the Apollo no longer on our screens, where do you go to see some of Britain's funniest stand-up comedians?

Live at the Talisman, of course!

Join us on Sunday 30th August for an outstanding night of live comedy, headlined by Matt Richardson – one of the UK's most recognisable comedians and broadcaster, known from The Xtra Factor, Never Mind the Buzzcocks, Celebrity Haunted Hotel Live and countless appearances on TV, radio and the UK's biggest comedy stages.

Your host for the evening is the brilliant Harry Jenkins, with fantastic support from Dawn Bailey and Jack McClean, making this a packed night of top-quality stand-up right here in Kenilworth.

You don't have to travel to London or wait for a TV series to return. Some of the country's best comedians are coming to the Talisman Theatre for one night only.

🎭 Live at the Talisman
📅 Sunday 30th August
📍 The Talisman Theatre, Kenilworth

🎟️ Grab your tickets now and experience live comedy as it should be – up close, unpredictable and absolutely hilarious.

Who's coming with you? Tag them below! 😂👇

🎭 And that’s a wrap on our brand new stage floor! 👏A few weeks ago, while our stage took a rare summer breather, our inc...
03/08/2026

🎭 And that’s a wrap on our brand new stage floor! 👏

A few weeks ago, while our stage took a rare summer breather, our incredible set build team, led by Steve Sanday, rolled up their sleeves and completely relaid the stage floor…all in a remarkable three days! 💪

It’s one of those jobs that audiences rarely see, but every single production benefits from. A huge thank you to Steve and the team for all their hard work, skill and dedication in making it happen.

The floor has already received its first coat of paint and is now almost ready to welcome its first production…

🎩 Bleak Expectations
📅 24th–29th August

So why not come along and admire the team’s handiwork…oh, and enjoy what promises to be a brilliantly bonkers evening of Dickens-inspired comedy while you’re at it! 😄

🎟️ Book your tickets now and be among the first audiences to experience our newly refreshed stage.

❤️ A story of love, family and the power of storytelling…Whether you’re a Shakespeare enthusiast or simply enjoy beautif...
30/07/2026

❤️ A story of love, family and the power of storytelling…

Whether you’re a Shakespeare enthusiast or simply enjoy beautifully crafted cinema, HAMNET promises an unforgettable evening.

Set against the backdrop of Elizabethan England, the film explores the relationship between William Shakespeare and his wife Agnes, and the devastating family tragedy believed to have inspired one of the world’s greatest plays.

Critics have praised its emotional depth, stunning cinematography and remarkable performances.

“Breaking hearts and mending them in one fell swoop…” — Rotten Tomatoes Critics Consensus

📅 Saturday 5 September
🕢 7.30pm
🍷 Bar open before the film and during the interval
🍦 Ice creams available

Join us for another wonderful evening at the Talisman Cinema.

28/07/2026

🎩 Behind the scenes of our Bleak Expectations publicity photo shoot… and it’s safe to say Director Michael Seeley had far too much fun putting this wonderfully bonkers cast through their paces! 😂

From extravagant poses and outrageous expressions to plenty of manic face-pulling, there were laughs from start to finish. We only hope everyone’s facial muscles have recovered…! 😆

A huge thank you, as always, to our incredible Wardrobe Team for sourcing enough frilly shirts, top hats and gloriously over-the-top costumes to bring Victorian England to life. And thanks too to our brilliant photographer Gwyn Davies, who somehow managed to capture every wonderfully ridiculous moment.

Based on the award-winning BBC Radio 4 series, Bleak Expectations is a fast-paced comedy where Dickens collides with Monty Python in a whirlwind of larger-than-life characters, dastardly villains, improbable adventures and wonderfully absurd humour. If you love inventive comedy, this is one you won’t want to miss!

👀 Keep your eyes peeled – the finished publicity photos will be landing very soon. But until then, enjoy this little glimpse behind the scenes… and don’t leave it too late to book your tickets.

🎭 Bleak Expectations by Mark Evans
📅 Monday 25th – Saturday 30th August

🎟️ Book now and prepare for an evening of glorious comic chaos!

👻 CAST ANNOUNCEMENT 👻The wait is over… we’re delighted to reveal the cast for our upcoming production of 2:22 A Ghost St...
28/07/2026

👻 CAST ANNOUNCEMENT 👻

The wait is over… we’re delighted to reveal the cast for our upcoming production of 2:22 A Ghost Story.

✨ Jenny – Tina Shinkwin
✨ Sam – Ben Ionoff
✨ Lauren – Alice Bennett *
✨ Ben – Dan Gough
✨ PC Miller – Saira Roper
✨ PC Stirling – Grace Sullivan

Director Sam Harris said:

“The standard at auditions was incredibly high, making this one of the toughest casting decisions I’ve had to make. I’m thrilled with the company we’ve assembled, bringing together familiar faces alongside some exciting Talisman debuts. After directing The Girl on the Train and Never the Sinner, I’m looking forward to exploring a very different kind of psychological tension with 2:22 A Ghost Story. It’s a brilliantly crafted play that keeps audiences guessing right until the very end, and I can’t wait to start bringing it to life with this talented cast.”

Please join us in congratulating our cast! 👏

We’re especially excited to welcome Alice Bennett for her Talisman debut as Lauren, while Saira Roper—a familiar face behind the scenes coordinating our wardrobe department and recently seen in our Fringe productions—steps onto the Talisman main stage for this production.

The cast will begin rehearsals later this year, with tickets going on sale towards the end of the year. Keep an eye on our social media channels and website for more details—we can’t wait to welcome you for what promises to be a thrilling night at the theatre.

Congratulations to everyone involved, and welcome to the company! 👻

🎤 Don’t forget — comedy is coming to the Talisman!🎭 LIVE AT THE TALISMAN30th August 2026Join us for a riotous night of s...
22/07/2026

🎤 Don’t forget — comedy is coming to the Talisman!

🎭 LIVE AT THE TALISMAN
30th August 2026

Join us for a riotous night of stand-up as we bring top-class comedy to the Talisman’s Main House!

Headlining the evening is Matt Richardson — seen on Never Mind the Buzzcocks, Virgin Radio Drive-Time, The Xtra Factor and I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! NOW!

He’s joined by:
✨ Dawn Bailey — XS Manchester Radio Comedian of the Year
✨ Jack McClean — BBC3 New Comedy Awards semi-finalist & Yorkshire Comedy Awards Best Breakthrough Act

And your host for the night is the ever-brilliant Harry Jenkins.

Expect sharp wit, standout acts and a brilliant night of live entertainment you won’t want to miss!

🎟️ Grab your tickets now and get ready for a night full of laughs! Go the the WhatsOn / MainStage section of the Talisman Theatre website.

☀️ Summer may be in full swing, but behind the scenes our cast are already hard at work bringing our next main stage pro...
20/07/2026

☀️ Summer may be in full swing, but behind the scenes our cast are already hard at work bringing our next main stage production to life…

🎭 BLEAK EXPECTATIONS
24th – 29th August 2026

Expect mischief, mayhem and darkly comic chaos as Dickens meets Monty Python in this gloriously bonkers comedy.

Follow the adventures of Pip Bin and his wonderfully eccentric family as they dodge dastardly villains, search for true love and race towards a (hopefully!) happy ending. Packed with larger-than-life characters, lightning-fast comedy and plenty of Victorian absurdity, this is a show guaranteed to leave you laughing.

Based on the award-winning BBC Radio 4 series, Mark Evans’ hit comedy enjoyed a successful West End run and now arrives at the Talisman for one week only.

🎟️ Book now and make sure you’ve got your seats for one of the funniest nights out of the summer. We can’t wait to welcome you at the end of August!

19/07/2026

👻 To everyone who joined us for 48 Ghosts last weekend…

…we hope it didn’t leave you with too many sleepless nights! 👀

We’re incredibly proud to have once again hosted Made in 48 Hours at the Talisman Theatre. From the first Friday read-through to the final curtain on Sunday evening, it’s always inspiring to watch a talented and dedicated team bring a brand-new script to life in just 48 hours.

Thank you to everyone involved in the Made in 48 Hour team – the writers, cast, creative team, technicians, backstage crew, front of house volunteers and, of course, our fantastic audience. Your support is what makes events like this so special.

We’re also delighted to share this brilliant trailer by Clare from Get Creative, which captures the atmosphere and energy of the show perfectly.

Who knows… perhaps there are still a few ghosts lingering around the theatre… 👻

🎭 Made in 48 Hours Made In 48 Hours
🎥 Get Creative get_creative25

🎵 Music: Rising Panic
Musician: VivaVideo
Album: VivaVideo
Source: Viva Music

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