Introducing Alan Pollock
The Albany Theatre Trust has welcomed a new Theatre Director to lead the next stage in its development. Alan Pollock, a nationally renowned playwright and television writer (who wrote regular episodes of the long-running police drama, “The Bill” amongst others), has stepped in at short notice to replace CEO and Artistic Director, Kevin Shaw, who […]
Congratulations to our amazing volunteer, Paul Wilsher, on receiving an MBE!
We’re incredibly proud to share that one of our amazing volunteers, Paul Wilsher, has been awarded an MBE for his services to education in the West Midlands! 👏👏👏 “It is humbling to be recognised in such a way. I would like to thank those who have provided help and encouragement to me in my role. I […]
Albany Theatre Celebrates King’s Birthday Honours Recognition
A community theatre in Coventry is celebrating an award in the King’s Birthday Honours for David Meredith, who has chaired the Albany Theatre Trust since its inception in 2012. David has been given a British Empire Medal (BEM) for services to theatre and to the community in Coventry. Professor Andy Hardy, joint Vice Chair, said: […]
Engage – Inspire – Create 2025: A Celebration of Community and Creativity
The Albany Theatre, Coventry is deepening its pool of Creative Facilitators and Workshop Leaders Thanks to funding from Coventry City Council, The Albany has completed a major capital programme, creating two new Studio Theatres and three multi-use spaces as well as our historic main auditorium. Now we have got the spaces, we want people to […]
Coventry LIVE: Coventry’s newest wedding venue gets a very special debut
By Conor Knell A theatrical wedding is hoped to be the first of many in the coming years The newest wedding venue in Coventry isn’t a renovated stately home or a posh new events centre – but it could just be the perfect place to host that special day. Located near the city centre, the […]
Coventry LIVE: Albany Theatre to unveil £3 million redevelopment with launch event this week
The Albany Theatre has new studios, improved toilet facilities and new community spaces By Priyanka Patel The Albany Theatre in Earlsdon is set to host a launch event to showcase its £3 million redevelopment. The theatre has recently been refurbished with new facilities from three new studios, and improved audience and community spaces. Lord Mayor, Councillor […]
Our Puss in Boots Community Panto Needs You!
Would you like to be part of a magical community pantomime at the Albany Theatre in Coventry either in the principal cast or ensemble (16+)? Following the huge success of Cinderella, Albany Productions is proud to present Puss in Boots and we would love you to star in it! Principal roles available are: DAME DAISY […]
Coventry College Students shine designing Albany Theatre Mock Ups
The redevelopment has now reached the stage for us to design in the interiors. We have recently partnered with Coventry College Architecture and Interiors students and challenged them to design some of our new interior spaces. Please see below for some great examples that students from the college have designed. What a great experience for the […]
BTEC in Production Arts in Partnership With Coventry College
We are proud to be working with Coventry College to offer a Level 3 BTEC in Production Arts.
AYT’s Fantastic First 2 Terms
We are so proud of how the Albany Youth Theatre’s fantastic first two terms have gone, read on to hear the story of AYT so far.
Albany Updates – March 2023
Thank you to everyone who has visited and supported us this spring. Keep up to date with latest Albany Updates from March 2023.
Half-Term Family Fun at The Albany Theatre
We are proud here at The Albany Theatre to have announced our half-term entertainment line-up, giving families in Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond the chance to enjoy a range of high-quality entertainment from interactive mysteries to puppet adventures as part of our Autumn/Winter 2022 programme.
Diverse Cultural Programme at The Albany Theatre
With the launch of our new Autumn/Winter season, we are proud to be expanding the range of exciting performances we present, offering a more diverse cultural programme at The Albany Theatre.
Welcome to The Albany Youth Theatre
A Coventry cultural institution is set to reprise its role as a place for young people to hone their skills with the launch of The Albany Youth Theatre.
Parents hooked by St Gregory’s performance at Albany Theatre
Pupils at a Coventry primary school took parents on a trip to Neverland in a musical retelling of a beloved tale at a city centre theatre.
Redevelopment is underway at The Albany
Work is underway on a major multi-million pound redevelopment of an iconic Coventry cultural venue.
Cinderella Pantomime 2022 Auditions
Would you like to be part of the magical Community Cinderella Pantomime at the fabulous Albany Theatre in Coventry?
Autumn/Winter 2022-2023 Brochure
We are proud to announce the release of our Autumn/Winter 2022-2023 Brochure!
Spring/Summer 2022 Brochure
Our new new spring/summer season brochure here! Dive in and take a look at the exciting shows we have coming up this year…
Contemporary Ballet Workshop | Sat 20 Nov 2021
Contemporary ballet workshops for 13 – 16 & 17 – 21 year olds. Free & booking essential. (Links below) Open to anyone of any ability and experience, including complete beginners, led by Birmingham Royal Ballet dancer Tom Rogers. Dance is one of humanity’s oldest forms of communication and has been used throughout history as a […]
Theatre Next Door
Coventry’s community centres have joined forces to bring high quality performances to communities across Coventry throughout our year as UK City of Culture. Theatre Next Door will see local community centres programming exciting interactive shows both online and in person at their centres, bringing all the excitement of professional theatre to your neighbourhood. ERNIE’S JOURNEY […]