Alphabetti Theatre's Covid-19 Update, as of 19th July 2021
Alphabetti Theatre are continuing to put the safety of customers, staff and artists at the forefront of our policies.
This means that wearing a mask in the venue (unless exempt), social distancing and table service will remain in place after the 19th July 2021. We will continue to use a one-way system in the venue and hand sanitiser will be readily available for all. We will assess the situation on a monthly basis, always with health and safety in mind.
Betti is back, and we want you to return knowing you'll be kept safe and secure.
WHAT'S ON
Due to the ongoing Covid-19 Pandemic, we are OPEN but with limited capacity and strict health & safety regulations. A one-way system is in place at our venue, ticket bookings can be made for maximum 6 people, and our bar is table service only.
All tickets are PAY WHAT YOU FEEL.
Coracle in association with Alphabetti Theatre presents
Pod by Arabella Arnott | directed by Matt Jamie
TUES 31ST AUG - SAT 18TH SEPT 2021
A heartfelt comedy drama about identity, dealing with grief, and running away from secrets (and bulls).
As one family gather together over a weekend, they end up sharing more than just a camping pod. As secrets come out they find the answers to questions nobody was expecting to be asked.
Coracle in association with Alphabetti Theatre presents
Pod by Arabella Arnott | directed by Matt Jamie
ONLINE VIEWING
SAT 18TH - SAT 25TH SEPT 2021
A heartfelt comedy drama about identity, dealing with grief, and running away from secrets (and bulls).
As one family gather together over a weekend, they end up sharing more than just a camping pod. As secrets come out they find the answers to questions nobody was expecting to be asked.
Drag Castle presents
Dragfetti LIVE on the D'Addario Stage
FRIDAY 17TH SEPTEMBER 2021
Hosted by Frida Sapphic, Dragfetti is a celebration of what makes Newcastle Drag so spectacular!
Taking it away from the usual bars it calls home, Dragfetti explodes onto the theatre stage showcasing the very best that Newcastle has to offer.
Michael Grist and Karl Scott in association with Alphabetti Theatre present
An Evening of Mystery with Michael Grist & Karl Scott
SATURDAY 2ND OCTOBER 2021
An intimate night of mind-blowing magic and mystery!
Michael and Karl are back with their intimate evening of mind-blowing magic and mystery. It promises to be an unforgettable night of unique entertainment, not to be missed!
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Alphabetti Theatre present
hang by debbie tucker green | directed by Yolanda Mercy
TUES 28TH SEPT - SAT 16TH OCT 2021
This isn’t about me at all. Is it? You want to know my decision.
Darkly humourous, poetic and searing, hang by award-winning playwright debbie tucker green is a breathless look at life in the aftermath. First performed at Royal Court Jerwood Theatre Upstairs, London, on 11 June 2015, directed by the author.
Alphabetti Theatre and Wendy Errington present
Meggie Magicia by Wendy Errington | directed by Karen Traynor
TUES 26TH OCT - SAT 13TH NOV 2021
A girl, magic tricks, and a penguin – what could possibly go wrong?
A joyous, playful show full of magic tricks, surprises, and a penguin. Meggie is desperate to follow in her famous Dad’s footsteps as a magician - will she succeed? A magical family show.
Martha Hill in partnership with Alphabetti Theatre presents
Women Are Mint - LIVE on the D'Addario Stage
TUES 26TH OCT - SAT 13TH NOV 2021
Three weeks of celebrating the finest (in our opinion) of female and non-binary musicians, curated by Martha Hill.
WOMEN ARE MINT. No truer statement has ever been uttered. It’s also an absolutely banging festival on Alphabetti’s new intimate D’Addario Stage, curated by local musician Martha Hill. Guaranteed to satisfy every musical itch you need to scratch.
Bonnie and The Bonnettes present
The BonBons Cabaret
SATURDAY 30TH OCT 2021
Step through the doors and who knows who you will meet.
Will it be your hosts, drag trio Bonnie and The Bonnettes? Will it be our starlet on the rise singer/songwriter MXYM? Will it be the lip-syncing, burlesque babe that is Mama Rhi? Or will it be the appetising queen Vol-Au-Vent Love? Who knows? But there is one thing you can be sure of and that is a glitter-fuelled, foot stomping, pant wetting cabaret riot!
Alphabetti Theatre and Hannah Sowerby present
10 Things to Do in a Small Cumbrian Town by Hannah Sowerby | directed by Jonluke McKie
TUES 23RD NOV - SAT 11TH DEC 2021
10 Things? To be fair, that might be a struggle.
All Jodie wants to do is kiss a woman, but the only woman available in Penrith seems to be her friend’s Mam…
A one-woman comedy drama set in Penrith, Cumbria.
Alphabetti Theatre and Archipelago present
Santa Must Die!
THURS 16TH DEC - FRI 31ST DEC 2021 (excludes 24th Dec - 28th Dec)
Please sir, can I have the night off?
Unending queues, entitled customers, no time off.
Santa Must Die! is a riotous alternative Christmas gig experience about working during the most difficult time of the year.
Drag Castle presents
Dragfetti LIVE on the D'Addario Stage
SATURDAY 4TH DECEMBER 2021
Hosted by Frida Sapphic, Dragfetti is a celebration of what makes Newcastle Drag so spectacular!
Taking it away from the usual bars it calls home, Dragfetti explodes onto the theatre stage showcasing the very best that Newcastle has to offer.
Bonnie and The Bonnettes & The House of Love in association with Alphabetti Theatre Present
The BonBons Cabaret NYE Bonanza!
FRIDAY 31ST DECEMBER 2021
(1:00PM FAMILY FRIENDLY SHOW & 9:30PM ADULT SHOW)
Step through the doors and who knows who you will meet.
Will it be your hosts, drag trio Bonnie and The Bonnettes? Will it be our starlet on the rise singer/songwriter MXYM? Will it be the lip-syncing, burlesque babe that is Mama Rhi? Or will it be the appetising queen Vol-Au-Vent Love? Who knows? But there is one thing you can be sure of and that is a glitter-fuelled, foot stomping, pant wetting cabaret riot!
Alphabetti Theatre and The Worriers present
Tree by Gary Kitching & Steve Byron | directed by Rachel Glover
TUES 25TH JAN - SAT 12TH FEB 2022
Soon as you start to think about it, you’re f****d.
Two friends talk about life and humanity. They are hilarious, heart-breaking, and packed full of lies. They sing and dance and laugh and cry. Just like real humans.
Alphabetti Theatre and Life & Limb Puppets present
Dragon by William Steele
TUES 22ND FEB - SAT 12TH MAR 2022
(School groups only on 1st - 4th March & 8th - 11th March)
An epic tale of a child coming to grips with authority, responsibility and the nature of their world.
An idyllic valley sits ringed by mountains protecting it from the world outside, the land is rich and the hunting good. In the valley a young child is reluctantly being taught their hunting duties and comes to learn what the price of living in paradise is.
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Drag Castle presents
Dragfetti LIVE on the D'Addario Stage
SATURDAY 5TH MARCH 2021
Hosted by Frida Sapphic, Dragfetti is a celebration of what makes Newcastle Drag so spectacular!
Taking it away from the usual bars it calls home, Dragfetti explodes onto the theatre stage showcasing the very best that Newcastle has to offer.
Alphabetti Theatre and Anna Robinson present
No. 9 by Anna Robinson | directed by Paula Penman
TUES 22ND FEB - SAT 12TH MAR 2022
Ever feel like sticking two fingers up to silver linings?
No. 9 is a toe-tapping cautionary tale that dances and sings through post sexual assault blues, seeking to find if there really is a better thing to say to a friend in need.