Marlowe Theatre, Performance venue in Canterbury, England.
The Marlowe Theatre stands near the River Stour with a stainless steel mesh facade and two performance spaces seating 1,200 and 150 people.
The theatre opened in 1984 at The Friars location, replacing an earlier venue from 1949, and underwent extensive reconstruction between 2009 and 2011.
The theatre presents productions from Glyndebourne Opera and The Royal Shakespeare Company while supporting young performers through its Youth Theatre program.
The building contains multiple hospitality areas, rehearsal spaces, and technical facilities, with a dedicated parking area for visitors with disabilities.
A bronze statue commemorating comedian Dave Lee stands outside the theatre, recognizing his numerous performances at this Canterbury institution.
Location: Canterbury
Inception: 1984
Architects: Keith Williams
Official opening: 1984
Address: The Friars, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2AS, England
Website: http://marlowetheatre.com
GPS coordinates: 51.28100,1.07851
Latest update: May 20, 2025 09:04
Marlowe Theatre
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Blackfriars
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The Muse of Poetry
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Th Kentish Cricketers
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Marlowe Theatre (2nd)
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The Mitre Inn
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Building Adjoining All Saints Court To The South West
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18, The Friars
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Barn (Opposite All Saints Court)
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6 And 6A, St Peter's Street
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12, St Peter's Street
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7 And 8, The Friars
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7 And 7A, St Peter's Street
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13 And 13A, St Peter's Street
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The White House
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The Former Blackfriars Monastery
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9 And 10, St Peter's Street
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Ducking Stool In Grounds Of No 1
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The Red House
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Wall And Gatepiers To No 2
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1 and 3, St Peter's Lane
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14, The Friars
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15, The Friars
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13, The Friars
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Old Stained Glass Factory Factory To The Rear Of Number 5, Including 5A
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Blackfriars Monastery Guest House
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