Sue Townsend Theatre

Sue Townsend Theatre is an arts and performance venue in Leicester with multiple event spaces inside. Throughout the year it hosts productions from both local companies and touring national groups, offering a varied program of theatre and live entertainment.

The building first opened in 1963 under the name Phoenix Theatre and was renamed in 2015 to honor Leicester author Sue Townsend. The name change recognized her important contribution to the city's cultural life through her writing.

The venue serves as a creative hub for Leicester College students in performing arts and sound technology, who regularly present their work on its stages. This connection makes it a place where young performers can build their first professional experience.

The venue sits on Upper Brown Street and connects easily to public transportation through nearby bus stops and train services. Plan some time for parking or travel as the location is central but you may need a few minutes to reach it from the main streets.

Sue Townsend, the author the theatre is named after, wrote her first award-winning play right here while serving as writer in residence. This makes the building directly connected to one of her most important creative achievements.

Location: Leicester

Address: 21 Upper Brown Street, Leicester, Leicestershire, England

Website: http://leicestercollege.ac.uk/suetownsendtheatre

GPS coordinates: 52.63120,-1.13514

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:42