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Archway Theatre

The Archway Theatre is a thriving 'little theatre' located under the railway arches in Horley, near Gatwick. - 95 seats accommodation. - 10 full productions every year. - 10 Performances over a two-week run. - Youth Workshops and Young Adults Workshop & productions. - Studio Theatre and Function Room. We pride ourselves on a professional approach, and we are rather ambitious with some of our productions. We try all aspects of theatre, from musicals through drama to pantomime. We are a club, so members can buy tickets, take advantage of the youth workshop facilities, and visit the members’ bar. Those wishing to go on stage or backstage are members of the company, who put on all the shows.

What's On @ Archway Theatre

The Addams Family

The Addams Family

16 Jul 2025 - 26 Jul 2025

A wonderfully crazy, new musical comedy. The Addams Family is a wonderfully crazy, new musical comedy created by Jersey Boys authors Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice, and Drama Desk Award winner Andrew Lippa (The Wild Party) and based on the original Addams Family characters created by Charles Addams. The Addams Family features an original story, and its every fathers nightmare. Wednesday Addams, that well known macabre teenager, has grown up and fallen in love. The only problem is that the target of her affection is respectable and not like the Addams clan at all and whats more, they have never met him. When she shares her secret with him, Gomez Addams must do something hes never done before keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. How will Pugsley cope when his sister doesnt want to torture him anymore? How will the meet the parents dinner go? And what will the Addams family ancestors make off all the shenanigans and secrets? The only way to find out is to book a ticket and join this spooky family for a truly Addams family adventure. Originally produced on Broadway by Stuart Oken, Roy Furman, Michael Leavitt, Five Cent Productions, Stephen Schuler, Decca Theatricals, Scott M. Delman, Stuart Ditsky, Terry Allen Kramer, Stephanie P. McClelland, James L. Nederlander, Eva Price, Jam Theatricals/Mary LuRoffe, Pittsburgh CLO/GuttermanSwinsky, Vivek Tiwary/Gary Kaplan, The Weinstein Company/Clarence, LLC, Adam Zotovich/Tribe Theatricals . By Special Arrangement with Elephant Eye Theatrical
Rules For Living

Rules For Living

29 Oct 2025 - 8 Nov 2025

The traditional Christmas family gathering what could possibly go wrong? Everyone creates their own coping strategies or rules for living. But what happens when an extended family gathers in the kitchen for a traditional Christmas and they each follow those rules, rigidly? As long-held mechanisms for survival are laid bare, even Mum, whos been preparing this lunch since last January, becomes embroiled. Time-honoured rivalries and resentments will out. Accusations fly, relationships deconstruct, the rules take over. In Sam Holcrofts theatrically playful, dark comedy, the instructions are there for all to see, audience included so theres really no place to hide. Trigger warnings: Sexual references, strong language, references to mental and physical illness
Goodnight Mister Tom

Goodnight Mister Tom

3 Dec 2025 - 13 Dec 2025

A story that will make you laugh and cry. During World War II, William Beech is evacuated from London to the countryside and is billeted with Tom Oakley, a miserable, elderly recluse who is reluctant to take him in. The story of their growing relationship and their struggles to overcome difficult personal situations results in one of the most uplifting stories ever written. With a host of memorable characters, including the charismatic Zach who befriends William, this is a story which will stay with you and which will make you laugh and cry as William battles an impossible situation at home, and Mr Tom learns how to love again.
Drama Summer School 2025

Drama Summer School 2025

28 Jul 2025 - 28 Jul 2025

A week long intensive drama workshop (for 8-14 year olds) full of games, exercises and Drama skills lead by two experienced drama practitioners. Make new friends, discover new talents, build confidence and self awareness and have loads of fun! Bring a packed lunch and plenty to drink. Wear loose, comfy clothes and sensible footwear. Cost of week 100 Venue: The Archway Theatre Studio Complex, Horley
Nell Gwynn

Nell Gwynn

24 Sept 2025 - 4 Oct 2025

A bawdy, fun, big-hearted love letter to the theatre. England. The swinging 1660s. King Charles II has revoked the puritan laws of the Commonwealth. Theatres have re-opened and by royal decree women are allowed to perform for the very first time. In the Theatre Royal on Drury Lane, there is an orange seller whose wit and charisma will soon make her one of the countrys most celebrated actors. She will enchant the crowds, with the heart of the king and dance her way into history. Her name is Nell. Nell Gwynn is a bawdy, fun, big-hearted love letter to the theatre. Come and experience the exhilarating take on some of the greatest personalities (and biggest wigs) of the Restoration
Art Workshop

Art Workshop

22 Jul 2025 - 28 Aug 2025

SUMMER HOLIDAYS ART CLUB at THE ARCHWAY THEATRE Are you looking for something to do with the kids (or Grand-Kids) this Summer holidays? Do you have a budding Van Gough or Picasso? If they are aged between 8 and 12, why not try Art Club? Running from 10.00 15.00 in the Archway Theatre Function room, Art Club will be fun packed with drawing, painting, collage and printing activities. Your kids will get expert advice and tuition from ArtWorks Gary Andrews (@GaryScribbler) with a range of guided activities. All materials supplied but please bring your own packed lunch and drink (there will be a lunch break in the middle of the session). Cost is 40 per day, or 90 total if you book all three days in a block.
Heartburn

Heartburn

11 Sept 2025 - 13 Sept 2025

Lucy Miles has only just embarked on playwriting having spent most of her professional life working as an NHS doctor in general practice and women's health. Heartburn is her first play and was inspired by the stories and experiences of the many strong and resilient women she has met over the years. A black comedy set in modern times which explores family and feminism through the lives of a grandmother, a mother and a daughter. From their relationships, conversations and experiences emerge stories of love, loss, pain deceit and indigestion.
The Unfriend

The Unfriend

20 Aug 2025 - 30 Aug 2025

Steven Moffat, the award-winning writer of Dr Who and Sherlock Holmes gives us a smash hit play The Unfriend the funniest new play by a British author since Ayckbourn at his peak, said the critics. When Peter and Debbie meet Elsa, a lusty, non-woke, Trump loving widow from the USA on holiday they agree to stay in touch but you never do do you? So, when Elsa invites herself to stay they decide to look her up online, but its too late as they learn about Elsa and deadly danger is on its way! But how do you protect those you love after all its a bit impolite to ask questions! A hilarious and satirical look at middle-class Englands instinct to appear nice.

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