Sewell Barn Theatre, Community theatre in Norwich, England
Sewell Barn Theatre is a community theatre in Norwich featuring three-sided raked seating that rises toward the back. The space holds around 100 spectators and creates an intimate connection between audience and stage.
The building began as part of Clare House, belonging to Philip Sewell from 1864 to 1906. During the First World War, the space served as a concert venue before becoming a theatre.
The theatre takes its name from Philip Sewell, whose sister Anna Sewell wrote the novel Black Beauty. This connection links a piece of local literary history to the community's living theatre today.
The entrance is at ground level, making access straightforward for people with mobility needs. The theatre relies on donations and community support to sustain its programming and operations.
The theatre marked its 200th production in February 2008, demonstrating a long track record of continuous performance. This sustained output reflects the community's commitment to keeping live theatre active in the city.
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