Barbican Theatre
Barbican Theatre
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Monday
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
About
At the Barbican Theatre, we use theatre and dance to fire people up and get them excited about making, creating and exploring new moves and disciplines. We are inclusive and work with anyone who wants to join us to make outstanding theatre and dance. You can get involved as a participant or as an audience member in work that inspires, challenges, entertains and educates. We believe that creativity belongs to everyone, so we ensure that our performances and workshops are affordable and accessible. We are also specialists in taking our work out to schools, into public spaces and to communities. Feel free to drop us a review on one of our latest shows or if you've come for a visit, let us know about your experience! Don't forget to take some snaps whilst you're in the building, whether it's with a caught-out cast member or of our B-Bar downstairs. We hope you enjoy your trip to our tucked away theatre - currently rated NUMBER ONE THEATRE IN PLYMOUTH - so give us a 'like' on Facebook or a 'follow' on Twitter to find out more about future events!
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Katy Finnimore
Cornwall, UK101 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Came in to see the magician and was not disappointed! They were a great act with lots of laughs and mysterious tricks. We decided to eat and the food was tasteful and plentiful! Well made cocktails too :)
Written 1 May 2023
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Jade
Wiltshire, UK43 contributions
Dec 2021 • Couples
Excellent!
My partner and I came here randomly (for food only) and it was absolutely delicious. The two ladies working were very friendly. Thank you
Written 4 January 2022
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Barbara S
Plymouth, UK29 contributions
Dec 2019
It was a treasure.... a little gem! We’ve seen performances by this group, La Navet Bete, before and SO enjoyed it! Really entertaining comedy theatre for almost all the family. A truly entertaining and relaxing production, professional in a slapstick way and very funny. We’ll definitely be going to their next production in 2020.
Written 22 December 2019
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Thank you so much for these amazing comments about Treasure Island. We're so pleased you and your party enjoyed our production and we look forward to seeing you again soon.
Written 3 January 2020
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Margaret H
Plymouth, UK4 contributions
Dec 2019 • Friends
We loved all of it. The theatre is small , cosy and quirky. The atmosphere was great- full of fun. The staff were friendly and very welcoming. The acting was great and very powerful with a thought provoking performance. We are seeing the show for the second time on Sunday with different friends. My humbug Christmas friends loved it. Thanks for a great evening.
Written 20 December 2019
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Thank you so much for these amazing comments about A Grimm Christmas. We're so pleased you and your party enjoyed our production (and that you came twice!) We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Written 3 January 2020
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Ivybus
Ivybridge, UK29 contributions
Dec 2019
Went to see the Alternative Christmas Show and it was well worth it. A very different take on the Brothers Grimm. Well acted with strong performances and production values - worth catching it if you like something different
Written 16 December 2019
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Thank you so much for leaving this wonderful review - we're so happy you enjoyed our alternative Christmas show. Merry Christmas - we hope to see you again soon
Written 20 December 2019
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karen w
Luton, UK7 contributions
Dec 2019 • Friends
Was pleasantly surprised a quirky little theatre with a great noodle bar attached.The actual stage area is small and intimate, which made the show more personal and close to the actual performers.I loved it staff very friendly and will be returning worth a visit.
Written 16 December 2019
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Thank you for the review Karen, we're really pleased you enjoyed our Grimm alternative Christmas show, your time in our theatre and the B-Bar. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Merry Christmas
Written 16 December 2019
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mike s
10 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
Went to see a Grimm Christmas, very cleverly told by a cast of 2 plus a backing ensemble. A great night enjoyed by an adult audience, very appreciative of the talent on show.
The barbican theatre, is a small but intimate theatre where you are immersed in the show.
Went to krampus last year and now eagerly awaiting next years offering.
Written 12 December 2019
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Thank you so much for this review, we really appreciate it and are so happy you enjoyed your second year of our alternative adults only Christmas production. We hope to see you again soon. Merry Christmas!
Written 16 December 2019
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Manada
Torquay, UK12 contributions
Oct 2019
Been here a lot of times, interesting multi use venue with a gorgeous theatre space and a lovely small bar with a small stage. I’ve seen plays, bands, comedy and spoken word performances here. They also serve delicious Thai food.
Written 16 November 2019
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Thank you so much Manada, we're so happy you enjoyed your experience of our theatre, bar and restaurant - it genuinely means a lot to us. We hope to see you again soon.
Written 9 December 2019
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Donsafe
Canterbury, UK1,109 contributions
Oct 2019
I live in the South East, in an area well served by theatres + on the doorstep of all that London theatreland hast to offer, but I was really impressed with this little theatre and all it has to offer. It's a great place to hang out in the day even when you're not there to see a performance and the Thai cafe (B Cafe) is superb. Thank you. Plymouth gets better each time I visit.
Written 6 November 2019
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Thank you so much, we're so happy you enjoyed your experience of our theatre, bar and restaurant - it genuinely means a lot to us. We hope to see you again when you're next in Plymouth.
Written 9 December 2019
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Beryl B
Plymouth, UK30 contributions
Aug 2019
Wonderful theatre at its witty, entertaining best. I have seen this company before and have never failed to be in awe of their talent
Written 13 August 2019
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Thank you so much Beryl, we're so happy you enjoyed Le Navet Bete's The Three Musketeers at the Plymouth Athenaeum. We hope to see you again soon.
Written 9 December 2019
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  • Mon - Fri 11:00 - 18:00