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

Calendar Girls

4 Oct 2025 - 11 Oct 2025

Based on the Miramax motion picture. Written by Juliette Towhidi and Tim Firth. Directed by Trish Richings. Accessibility Stalls: The stalls provide seating for 90 people, providing flexibility to accommodate those with mobility difficulties, including wheelchair users. There is a good view of the stage from all seated areas. Gallery: Our gallery provides seating for 59 people providing a good view of the stage from all seats. 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, particularly 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. Due to safety reasons, a barrier rail is in place in the Gallery and your view may be slightly restricted.

Stones in His Pockets

31 Jan 2026 - 7 Feb 2026

Written by Marie Jones. Directed by Simon Hellyer. Accessibility Stalls: The stalls provide seating for 90 people, providing flexibility to accommodate those with mobility difficulties, including wheelchair users. There is a good view of the stage from all seated areas. Gallery: Our gallery provides seating for 59 people providing a good view of the stage from all seats. 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, particularly 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. Due to safety reasons, a barrier rail is in place in the Gallery and your view may be slightly restricted.

Treasure Island

29 Nov 2025 - 6 Dec 2025

Written by Robert Louis Stevenson. Adapted by Nicholas Alexander. Directed by. Accessibility Stalls: The stalls provide seating for 90 people, providing flexibility to accommodate those with mobility difficulties, including wheelchair users. There is a good view of the stage from all seated areas. Gallery: Our gallery provides seating for 59 people providing a good view of the stage from all seats. 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, particularly 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. Due to safety reasons, a barrier rail is in place in the Gallery and your view may be slightly restricted.

The Crucible

14 Mar 2026 - 21 Mar 2026

Written by Arthur Miller. Directed by Shaun Hughes. Accessibility Stalls: The stalls provide seating for 90 people, providing flexibility to accommodate those with mobility difficulties, including wheelchair users. There is a good view of the stage from all seated areas. Gallery: Our gallery provides seating for 59 people providing a good view of the stage from all seats. 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, particularly 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. Due to safety reasons, a barrier rail is in place in the Gallery and your view may be slightly restricted.

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: The stalls provide seating for 90 people, providing flexibility to accommodate those with mobility difficulties, including wheelchair users. There is a good view of the stage from all seated areas. Gallery: Our gallery provides seating for 59 people providing a good view of the stage from all seats. 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, particularly 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. Due to safety reasons, a barrier rail is in place in the Gallery and your view may be slightly restricted.

Uncle Vanya

27 Jun 2026 - 4 Jul 2026

Written by Anton Chekhov. Directed by Darren Heather. Accessibility Stalls: The stalls provide seating for 90 people, providing flexibility to accommodate those with mobility difficulties, including wheelchair users. There is a good view of the stage from all seated areas. Gallery: Our gallery provides seating for 59 people providing a good view of the stage from all seats. 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, particularly 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. Due to safety reasons, a barrier rail is in place in the Gallery and your view may be slightly restricted.

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