Stratford Play House

Situated in the heart of Stratford upon Avon, the Stratford Play house is ideally placed as the premier hire venue serving the local community.

With a large, flexible auditorium that is equipped to high professional standards we are home to a number of local organisations producing Drama, Music and Exhibitions.

As part of Stratford Town Trust a major part of our work is focused on the local area, providing a comfortable air conditioned space that may be hired for a variety of purposes by charitable and educational organisations, commercial business and individuals.

Everyone is welcome at Stratford Play house and we will do whatever we can to ensure you have an enjoyable visit. Staff are available to help, so please ask us if you need any assistance.

Please notify us if you have any specific requirements
when booking tickets and we can advise on the most suitable seats.


Upcoming Events

The Simon and Garfunkel Story

Fri 3rd May 2024 07:30pm

Following a weeklong run in London’s West End, a SOLD-OUT Worldwide tour and standing ovations at every performance, we are now heading to Stratford Playhouse on 3rd May.

Steeleye Span

Fri 10th May 2024 07:30pm

Together for fifty years now, Steeleye Span changed the face of folk music forever by taking it into the world of gold discs and international tours.

Oh What a Night!

Fri 17th May 2024 07:30pm

Oh What a Night! takes you back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.

Folk Club Iona Lane

Thu 23rd May 2024 07:30pm

Driven by awe and wonder of the natural world Iona Lane delivers poetic songs, with subtle musical touches and contemplative melodies that link unheard stories with the world we find ourselves in today.

Buddy Holly's Winter Dance Party

Sat 1st Jun 2024 07:30pm

In this the 65th Anniversary year, we will bring you a show that will have your foot tapping, and itching to be out of your seats for a fun packed Rock n Roll evening!

Metamorphoses (Night Owl)

Wed 19th Jun 2024 07:00pm

Exploring transformation in music and words - from Bach to Britten  <br>and Keats to Kafka

Aled Jones - Full Circle

Sun 22nd Sep 2024 08:00pm

Prepare to hear Aled Jones as you’ve never heard him before.

Sh!t Faced Shakespeare: Midsummer Nights Dream

Fri 27th Sep 2024 07:30pm

The smash-hit, internationally acclaimed, multi sell-out fringe phenomenon is touring the UK with one of Shakespeare's most loved plays: Macbeth.

This Carpenters Masquerade

Fri 4th Oct 2024 07:30pm

Taking you through an enthralling story featuring the music of the Carpenters.

Emilio Santoro as Elvis

Sat 5th Oct 2024 07:30pm

Internationally acclaimed, Emilio Santoro brings his award-winning ELVIS PRESLEY theatre show to the UK.

Shaun Ryder

Fri 11th Oct 2024 08:00pm

He’s the wild man of rock who became a national treasure. Happy Mondays and Black Grape frontman Shaun Ryder is hitting the road for a new, spoken word tour.

Kerry Ellis - Queen of the West End

Sat 12th Oct 2024 08:00pm

Kerry Ellis is the Queen of the West End. From My Fair Lady to We Will Rock You, from Les Miserables to Wicked, in both the West End and on Broadway, she has starred in musical theatre’s biggest roles, making shows her own and earning her numerous awards.

The Gerry Colvin Orchestra

Sat 16th Nov 2024 08:00pm

The Gerry Colvin Band will be joined by very special guest Marion Fleetwood, The GCB Folk choir, five string players, a top horn section and Paul Johnston on drums. Twelve people on stage to create a wonderful night not to be missed

Kiri Pritchard-McLean - Peacock

Fri 15th Nov 2024 07:30pm

Prepare for a joyous and uplifting show from a comedian known for making "powerhouse stand-up from the thorniest of subjects" - The Guardian

Mania - the Abba tribute

Fri 25th Apr 2025 07:30pm

Direct from London’s West End, MANIA is accepted as the world’s number one ABBA tribute show.

Hello Again - Neil Diamond

Fri 7th Jun 2024 07:30pm

Join us for the world’s greatest celebration of the life and work of one of the best-selling singer-songwriters of all-time, Neil Diamond.