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Broadbent Theatre
4.5
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The Broadbent Theatre is a small community run theatre set in a converted methodist chapel. The theatre owned and operated by Lindsey Rural Players which is a charity registered in England and Wales (registered charity number 1007448). In addition to fantastic theatre the Broadbent also hosts our Just Voices singing group and the Broadbent Youth Theatre both of which meet at the theatre on Monday and Tuesday evening respectively. The theatre is entirely volunteer run and has a warm friendly atmosphere. Tickets and refreshments are very reasonably priced. Please visit our website or give us a call for more information.
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BenLincs
Lincoln, UK15 contributions
What a fantastic Theatre!
Feb 2019 • Friends
Went to see Beauty and the Best and it was one of the best pantos I haves seen, the whole cast was fantastic and the theatre is a lovely place to visit, I would highly recommend a visit and I hope to see the panto again before it finishes.
Written 3 February 2019
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Debbie H
Lake District, UK9 contributions
GREAT SMALL VENUE
Jan 2018 • Family
Watched pants 'Babes in the Wood' last weekend - fantastic production and what a venue!! Had never been inside the theatre before - what a gem.
It is a converted methodist chapel resulting in an intimate venue which reminds of times gone by. Refreshments available at reasonable prices and everyone was so friendly.
Written 24 January 2018
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TrevorHall
Market Rasen, UK1,902 contributions
A National Gem
Oct 2016 • Couples
How many theatre venues like The Broadbent are still in existence today? Surely, very few. Regardless of what is being presented, if you live in Lincolnshire, it's well worth visiting this little gem. A fascinating history with a proud link to Oscar winner Jim Broadbent, the converted chapel is small but beautifully preserved and maintained. The performance that we saw, as usual, is only half of the pleasurable experience - the rest comes from taking part simply by buying a ticket. Tip: arrive early and grab one of the pew seats on the front row!
Written 5 October 2016
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Craig S
Thank you very much for your kind review, I'm really pleased you enjoyed your visit. It's always great to hear from people who enjoy the Broadbent as much as we do. We look forward to welcoming you again soon!
Written 22 January 2017
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rasenite
Market Rasen, UK196 contributions
Great Place
Jul 2016 • Friends
If you haven't been to the Broadbent it really is worth a visit. The theatre is in a converted chapel and has a great atmosphere. I have been on several occasions the last time to see Mike Reinstein - for the folky in me. You can buy a drink before the performance starts and refresh it at half time. Wonderful!
Written 25 July 2016
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terry b
Helpringham, UK21 contributions
Midsummer nights
May 2016 • Couples
Decent venue for acts and visiting companies to ply their " talents"
We were treated to an amateur rendition of midsummer nights dream .... Delightful!!!!
Only concern I would advise visitors is car park uneven for anyone with mobility issues ....
Would happily return for right act
Written 28 May 2016
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Ron T
Thornton Cleveleys, UK172 contributions
Pantomime visit ( oh yes it was)
Jan 2016 • Couples
My wife and I recently visited the Broadbent theatre for their annual pantomime. A very quant theatre. The pantomime was absolutely brilliant, not one of your usual traditional productions, but one brilliantly written, produced & co directed by Blair Greenwood-Reeves. A very clever piece of work had the audience rolling in the aisles from beginning to end. Highly recommend.
Written 24 January 2016
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katenut23
Market Rasen, UK1 contribution
The perfect theatre
Jan 2014 • Family
I've been going here since I was a child, and it is perfect - now the next generation of our family are starting to enjoy the annual pantomime tradition as well. Highly recommended, they put on a wide range of different productions and the pantomime is the highlight of the year!
Written 6 November 2014
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WarrenG77
Lincoln, UK35 contributions
Just Brilliant!
Sep 2014 • Couples
I have just been to see a production of 'Time and the Conways' by the Lindsey Rural Players (LRP) in the Broadbent Theatre and I have to say it was just brilliant.
Built in 1878, the theatre was converted from Methodist Chapel to Theatre in 1971. It takes its name from Roy Broadbent who was among those involved in the conversion of the building. Roy's son is the famous actor of film and stage, Jim Broadbent, who is the Honorary President of LRP.
I booked tickets effortlessly on-line. The theatre is intimate but the seats were comfortable even for my 6 ft frame.
In the intervals there were a broad range of drinks and ices which were competitively priced.
The production was to the highest quality which was enhanced by the close intimacy the theatre delivers.
Wickenby isn't on the beaten path but isn't far from the A46 east of Lincoln and it is well worth beating a path to.
This lovely theatre offers a real treat for anyone, whether visiting or resident it is well worth bookmarking the website to see forthcoming attractions.
This was my first visit but it certainly won't be my last.
Written 10 September 2014
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