The Royal Court Theatre, 1 Roe Street, Liverpool

Tickets £35 including theatre performance and interval snack
40 places available
Organiser Indira Maddison (contact 07986 864008 or artfriendsmerseyside1@gmail.com)

Many of us are familiar with The Royal Court Theatre but few are aware of the drama back stage.  We now have a wonderful opportunity for a tour behind the scenes with two of the people responsible for saving this special Liverpool institution and a chance to attend one of their own home produced shows.  It promises to be a lovely outing and we would recommend you book early.

The exterior of this Grade II-listed building belies what we will encounter inside.  The theatre was built in 1880 - at the time it was the premier theatre in Liverpool but was burnt down and the current building was rebuilt in the Art Deco style in 1938.  It became a venue, not just for theatre with famous stars performing, but also a venue for many pop bands.  Having slumped into decline, it was resurrected by Comedy!  We will hear more during the back-stage tour.

The afternoon will start with a behind the scenes talk and tour back-stage, after which you will be able to purchase a light lunch at the downstairs cafe.  The matinee performance of The Boys in the Blackstuff will begin at 2pm and, during the interval, snacks on small plates will be served at our seats.

Parking is available at St John’s Shopping Centre car park.