Theatre by the Lake, Professional theatre in Keswick, England
The Theatre by the Lake features two performance spaces: a 400-seat main auditorium and a 100-seat studio for diverse theatrical productions throughout the year.
The theatre opened in 1999 following a groundbreaking ceremony by Dame Judi Dench, replacing the mobile Century Theatre that had served Keswick since 1975.
The venue hosts the Words by the Water literature festival, Jennings Keswick Jazz Festival, and Film Festival, contributing to the regional arts calendar.
Located between Hope Park and Derwentwater lake, the theatre includes wheelchair access, audio descriptions, and captioned performances for increased accessibility.
The Theatre by the Lake stands as Britain's most remote producing theatre, situated on the shores of Derwentwater with views across the Lake District landscape.
Location: Keswick
Inception: 1999
Official opening: 1999
Address: Lakeside, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5DJ, England
Website: https://theatrebythelake.com
GPS coordinates: 54.59550,-3.13940
Latest update: March 5, 2025 18:16
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