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Lewes Little Theatre

Lewes Theatre Club was founded by the Rev. Kenneth Rawlings in 1939 to give the people of Lewes and the surrounding villages the opportunity to see and be involved in theatre. He and his friends set high standards which the Club has tried to live up to ever since. Members have worked hard over the years to enlarge and improve the theatre but they always give priority to the quality of their stage productions. Now more than 70 years later, the Club has grown to serve a wide catchment area covering much of Sussex. The premises in Lancaster Street have been expanded and now provide a comfortable 154-seater theatre with foyer and bar facilities for members and their guests. The Club presents 6 to 8 main stage productions every year, between October and July, and additional foyer events give a broad range of theatrical experiences. The Club also has a thriving Youth Theatre Club that meets every Thursday in term time, they also present productions either in the foyer or on the main stage; some of the group are often involved with the main stage productions. Everybody involved in the Club - actors, directors, back-stage and Front of House support, set designers and builders, light and sound staff, costume makers and many more - give their time freely and without payment. You will find that there is a friendly and welcoming atmosphere extended to all members and guests. Whether you wish to take an active role in the Club, or simply come and see the productions, we want you to enjoy your membership. We look forward to seeing you at the Theatre.

What's On @ Lewes Little Theatre

The 39 Steps

The 39 Steps

9 May 2026 - 16 May 2026

Adapted by Patrick Barlow. From the novel by John Buchan. From the movie by Alfred Hitchcock. Licenced by ITV Global Entertainment Limited. An original concept by Simon Corble and Nobby Dimon. Directed by Jacqui Freeman. Accessibility Stalls: Lewes Little Theatre is committed to making your theatre experience as accessible as possible with the following features in our small but perfectly formed theatre, There are limited number of Wheelchair spaces or Transfer seats available in the Stalls for every performance. Access seats need to be booked directly with the theatre box office, as the box office team knows the layout and facilities and can book the best seats for you. Lewes Little Theatre operates a free scheme for those who need an Essential Companion to be with them at a show to assist them. Essential Companion tickets can be booked by calling the box office on 01273 474826. The theatre would be extremely grateful if audience members with additional needs arrive in plenty of time for each performance, as the auditoriums configuration means late comers cannot always be adequately accommodated. Audience members are expected to transfer to a seat without assistance from the theatres volunteers, either by themselves or with assistance from their companion. Gallery: Our gallery provides seating for 59 people with the following features: - Access to the gallery is by a main stairway and a series of steps in the space itself. It therefore may not be the best option for those with any condition which may make access/egress from the area difficult, especially in the event of an emergency evacuation. If an audience member would have difficulty in climbing or descending the stairs in an emergency, we would politely ask them to book seats in the Stalls. Seat bookings in the Gallery are accepted on this basis and the audience members have assessed their own accessibility to this area of the theatre. A safety rail is in place in the Gallery and your view may be slightly restricted as a result. Please direct queries about access to [email protected]
Uncle Vanya

Uncle Vanya

27 Jun 2026 - 4 Jul 2026

Written by Anton Chekhov. Directed by Darren Heather. Accessibility Stalls: Lewes Little Theatre is committed to making your theatre experience as accessible as possible with the following features in our small but perfectly formed theatre, There are limited number of Wheelchair spaces or Transfer seats available in the Stalls for every performance. Access seats need to be booked directly with the theatre box office, as the box office team knows the layout and facilities and can book the best seats for you. Lewes Little Theatre operates a free scheme for those who need an Essential Companion to be with them at a show to assist them. Essential Companion tickets can be booked by calling the box office on 01273 474826. The theatre would be extremely grateful if audience members with additional needs arrive in plenty of time for each performance, as the auditoriums configuration means late comers cannot always be adequately accommodated. Audience members are expected to transfer to a seat without assistance from the theatres volunteers, either by themselves or with assistance from their companion. Gallery: Our gallery provides seating for 59 people with the following features: - Access to the gallery is by a main stairway and a series of steps in the space itself. It therefore may not be the best option for those with any condition which may make access/egress from the area difficult, especially in the event of an emergency evacuation. If an audience member would have difficulty in climbing or descending the stairs in an emergency, we would politely ask them to book seats in the Stalls. Seat bookings in the Gallery are accepted on this basis and the audience members have assessed their own accessibility to this area of the theatre. A safety rail is in place in the Gallery and your view may be slightly restricted as a result. Please direct queries about access to [email protected]
Fleetwood Mac

Fleetwood Mac

12 Sept 2026 - 12 Sept 2026

See the fantastic tribute to Fleetwood Mac - Our Own Way - at the beautiful Lewes Little Theatre.

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