The Place Theatre

The Place Theatre A premier 125 seat venue for Bedford theatre. Located just outside the town centre with ample free parking. Our Place is Your Place!

We are a hub for community and professional theatre as well as hosting a broad range of community groups and activities. Open since 2003 The Place has developed a great reputation as a place to see touring professional events from musicians, theatre makers, artists and films. Alongside our professional touring and commissioning activity we also present high quality amateur and community theatre, and support youth and student arts activities.

Richard Pryor is God - 25th JulySet in a small North Bedfordshire town, this witty and farcical comedy tells the story o...
13/06/2026

Richard Pryor is God - 25th July

Set in a small North Bedfordshire town, this witty and farcical comedy tells the story of God returning to Earth to collect his son, Jesus! Based on the Richard Pryor skit, this comedic reimagining is packed full of laughs and unexpected turns.

https://www.theplacebedford.org.uk/shows/richard-pryor-is-god/

Alice's Adventures - 16th - 19th July - The Place OutdoorsTake a tumble down the rabbit hole this summer with Alice’s Ad...
12/06/2026

Alice's Adventures - 16th - 19th July - The Place Outdoors

Take a tumble down the rabbit hole this summer with Alice’s Adventures — an open-air family show inspired by the beloved tales of Lewis Carroll.

Join Alice as she navigates a whimsical world of wonder, reimagined through a dazzling steampunk lens. With eccentric characters, playful storytelling and an original score by local composer Rob Parker, this lively outdoor production promises an unforgettable experience for all ages.

https://www.theplacebedford.org.uk/shows/alices-adventures/

All of them, Dead - 11th JulyIn a global pandemic caused by infected meat, two boys find they're much less alone than th...
11/06/2026

All of them, Dead - 11th July

In a global pandemic caused by infected meat, two boys find they're much less alone than they thought.

All Of Them, Dead is a play about being young, gay and working-class in the middle of nowhere. It’s about the things that go unsaid, it’s about two boys holding hands, it’s about clinging together as the world changes around you. And it’s about meat falling from the sky (no, really).

Perfect for fans of Heartstopper and The Day Of The Triffids, All Of Them, Dead is a sharp, funny and touching q***r love story for the end of the world.



https://www.theplacebedford.org.uk/shows/all-of-them-dead/

Charity Comedy Night in aid of The Road Victims Trust - 4th July🎭 A comedy night with a cause. On 4th July  are raising ...
10/06/2026

Charity Comedy Night in aid of The Road Victims Trust - 4th July

🎭 A comedy night with a cause. On 4th July are raising funds for this superb charity — 30+ years of free, specialist support for those bereaved or seriously injured in road collisions across Beds, Herts & Cambs.

Hosting: award-recognised impressionist & stand-up Stephen Owen.
Plus Jack Campbell, the gloriously posh Jasper Cromwell-Jones, and mind reader Matt Daniel-Baker.
Come ready to laugh.

https://www.theplacebedford.org.uk/shows/charity-comedy-night-in-aid-of-the-road-victims-trust/

A Century-Old Tradition Returns to BedfordThis July, The Place Bedford is honoured to host Tibetan monks from Tashi Lhun...
09/06/2026

A Century-Old Tradition Returns to Bedford
This July, The Place Bedford is honoured to host Tibetan monks from Tashi Lhunpo Monastery for a one-of-a-kind cinematic and cultural experience
Screenings of The Epic of Everest (1924) with a live 100-year-old Tibetan blessing.

Interactive workshops where you can create prayer flags, butter sculptures, and sand mandalas.

📅 2–3 July 2026

🔗 https://www.theplacebedford.org.uk/shows/a-screening-of-the-epic-of-everest-with-introduction-prologue-and-final-blessing-by-the-monks/

09/06/2026

Swan Theatre Company Present - Treasure Island - 23rd -27th June.

We have had 2 x tickets released back to use for opening night (Tuesday 16th June). 3 tickets also left for the Sat Mat ...
09/06/2026

We have had 2 x tickets released back to use for opening night (Tuesday 16th June). 3 tickets also left for the Sat Mat (Sat 20th). All other performances SOLD OUT.

Grab the last 5 tickets while you can! Fully expect this to be SOLD OUT completely by tomorrow!

https://www.theplacebedford.org.uk/shows/the-full-monty/

🚦⚠️ TICKET WARNING! ⚠️🚦

This is not a drill...

With just over ONE WEEK until The Full Monty opens at The Place Theatre, we are now down to our FINAL 10 TICKETS across the entire run! 😱🎟️

Current availability:

❌ Tuesday – SOLD OUT
🎟️ Wednesday – 3 seats left
🎟️ Thursday – 1 seat left
❌ Friday – SOLD OUT
🎟️ Saturday Matinee – 6 seats left
❌ Saturday Night – SOLD OUT

That's it. Just TEN seats remaining before the lads take to the stage and Bedford finds out what all the fuss is about! 👀🕺

If you've been meaning to book, now is definitely the time. Blink and they'll be gone faster than a Sheffield steelworker's trousers! 😂

📍 The Place Theatre, Bedford
📅 16th–20th June

https://www.theplacebedford.org.uk/shows/the-full-monty/

All of them, Dead - 11th July In a global pandemic caused by infected meat, two boys find they're much less alone than t...
07/06/2026

All of them, Dead - 11th July

In a global pandemic caused by infected meat, two boys find they're much less alone than they thought.

All Of Them, Dead is a play about being young, gay and working-class in the middle of nowhere. It’s about the things that go unsaid, it’s about two boys holding hands, it’s about clinging together as the world changes around you. And it’s about meat falling from the sky (no, really).

Perfect for fans of Heartstopper and The Day Of The Triffids, All Of Them, Dead is a sharp, funny and touching q***r love story for the end of the world.

https://www.theplacebedford.org.uk/shows/all-of-them-dead/

Join Our FREE Zine Workshop: Share Your Hometown’s Stories! - 11th July Calling all creatives aged 14–25! Join Imperfect...
06/06/2026

Join Our FREE Zine Workshop: Share Your Hometown’s Stories! - 11th July

Calling all creatives aged 14–25! Join Imperfect Bound for a free zine-making workshop where you can share your favorite hangouts, strange stories, and meaningful places in Bedford through drawing, writing, collage, and more.

A relaxed, creative space to express yourself Collaborate with others to craft a unique zine about your hometown No experience needed—just bring your ideas!

https://www.theplacebedford.org.uk/shows/free-zine-workshop/

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The Place Theatre, Bradgate Road
Bedford
MK403DE

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 11pm
Tuesday 8am - 11pm
Wednesday 8am - 11pm
Thursday 8am - 11pm
Friday 10am - 11pm
Saturday 8am - 11pm
Sunday 8am - 11pm

Telephone

+441234354321

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