Mercury Theatre, Modern performing arts venue in Colchester, England
Description
Mercury Theatre is a modern performing venue with two separate performance spaces for different production styles. The main auditorium seats around 500 guests while the smaller studio allows for more experimental work.
History
The venue grew from the Colchester Repertory Company founded in 1937, continuing a long theatrical tradition in the town. It opened as a new building in 1972 after the community successfully raised funds for its construction.
Culture
The theatre hosts a rotating art gallery displaying works by regional artists alongside its performance schedule. Local and emerging creators regularly share their work with visitors who come to see shows.
Practical
The building includes a cafe-bar open Tuesday through Saturday where you can grab drinks and snacks. It's a good place to settle in before a show or chat with others afterward.
Did you know?
The theatre produces its own original shows through an in-house production team rather than only presenting touring productions. This mix of homemade work with visiting shows gives the place its own character and voice.
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