Octagon Theatre
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What a wonderful theatre the Octagon is. Not only the main theatre, but also the smaller venue inside. And with great productions all year round, a lovely bar area, friendly, helpful staff and easy access NCP car park next door it is a gem that the people of Bolton should be mighty proud of.
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Bolton is lucky to have a theatre of this calibre. As a keen theatre goer who attends the theatre in London frequently I was very impressed by the quality of the production I saw; the creative team and the programme for this year and 2015. I believe there is an excellent Season Ticket which I would buy immediately if I lived in Bolton.
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One of the best cafes lovely coffee and yummy toasted tcakes just whats needed after being at the ye olde pastie shop
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My daughters and I saw Love Story last night and it was truly wonderful! I was so traumatised by the ending,(and I already knew the ending) that I had to sit and compose myself a little while! The music was great, beautifully portrayed.This was a fantastic final play in a fabulous season, we have thoroughly enjoyed each and every production. Thanks and credit to Directors, actors and everyone involved!
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Really enjoying the programme, especially those that allow you to bring the children. The christmas play was excellent and we will definitely make a plan to attend this year.
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Went to see Brassed Off last Friday as a birthday present for she who must be obeyed. Thoroughly enjoyable evening.
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been here on many occasions and it has always been an enjoyable experience. never seen a bad production yet.
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We went with friends to watch this highly acclaimed play. What a great cast and the play lived up to expectation.
The brass band on the evening we attended where from Darwen and again a faultless display and when they played the hairs on your neck stood on end.
A great evening and I would recommend this to anybody.
The brass band on the evening we attended where from Darwen and again a faultless display and when they played the hairs on your neck stood on end.
A great evening and I would recommend this to anybody.
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A great theatre in the round. Friendly staff, and no queues for drinks at the interval! Great venue.
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I go quite often to watch plays at the Octagon and most performances do not disappoint. The layout of the theatre is brilliant, easy to see the stage wherever you seat. The choice of seats and prices is great as well, as they can be quite affordable. The theatre also has a cafe which I have never used but it seems like a good option if you want to have a bite before the show.
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Watched a show here through college education trip, it was alright could of been better, could do better with seats not being to tight so that there is no leg room.
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Been many times watching plays and music the place has a great atmosphere, have always enjoyed it but the staff could be a bit more pleasant and the fod and drinks prices are creeping up
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I have been to many plays at the Octagon and can honestly say that their productions are second to none. I always come away feeling that I have had a thoroughly good evening.
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food average really I love the theatre and the Octagon has good plays on and then you can have a little bite to eat or a drink is good, in a good location with parking next door
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wonderba acting, set and costumes. Hardly an empty seat in the theatre. How lucky are we to have such quality in bolton.
Laughed all the way thro.Well done to you all and the director.
Laughed all the way thro.Well done to you all and the director.
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Good night at the Octagon Theatre friendly staff lovely place to visit good café and restaurant We both enjoyed our night watching Hobson's Choice acted perfectly by the actors not to expensive and good seating easy free parking ant the octagon multi car park not to far to walk theatre can get a bit warm so don't put thick clothes on
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We had a bad experience when we had a pre theatre meal several months ago. As a result we received the offer of a free meal which we took up on the 15th Feb 2014. The menu was small but the choices much better than when we last visited. When I booked I was reminded that it was important to arrive on time which we did. The restaurant was fully booked but we got our starters very promptly, they were hot and delicious. Our main course was slightly delayed - we both had pizza, my pizza came 5 mins before my husbands and it was cold when his arrived. No explanation was offered why our food didn't come out at the same time. I had to ask for the table to be cleared after the main course and my desert failed to arrive. I wasn't the only diner to complain that their sweet didn't arrive. I had to ask for it to be served at the interval in truth I don't think the waitress had realised it hadn't been served. It was too late to eat it as the curtain was due to go up. A lot of the issues we had last time had been ironed out and a new fully fledged member of staff had arrived in the shape of the EPOS till. However this seemed to be at the expense of a waiter. Credit were it is due the two remaining front of house staff worked really hard, they didn't have time to speak to diners or ask if everything was ok the service was so busy. They took restaurant orders and payment, ran between the restaurant and the kitchen,served food and drinks and cleared tables. Later during service they were also serving coffees, drinks and cakes to people arriving for the show and taking orders and payment drinks for the interval. So close to being 100% better let down by not employing an extra person front of house who could have helped when service was busy and then concentrated on serving drinks and taking drinks orders leaving the other staff to concentrate on looking after diners.
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friendly staff, warm cafe, lovely place to pop in and meet your friends for a quite chat. we visit quite often :)
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Decided to treat my Mum to a spot of food here while shopping in Bolton. Mum opted for toast, while I chose a toasted tea cake. Good value for money, came hot with butter on the side. To drink, we both had lattes. I asked for a skinny latte, which was not a problem and was a nice drink. We both enjoyed it that we agreed it should be a weekly treat. Been again and Mum had a scone, which she said was delicious. There is enough choice on the menu to suit all. Give it a go
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An excellent theatre in the round, we had a trip to the Octagon to see Hobson's Choice. The staff were really great, polite, helpful and there to ensure we had a good day.
Our group had booked a lunch, we were treat to soup, sandwiches and a hot drink. The catering staff were very efficient, focused on meeting our needs. Margaret and Tom were on the catering counter and were both very personable, clearly well trained in customer service.
The play itself was first class very well acted and presented, the leads, Maggie, Will and Mr. Hobson were outstanding. The story is very funny showing Maggie change her husband from his timid start to become master of the house.
We had an short presentation from the Stage Manager and an Electrician at the start of our visit and this gave us an insight into the problems of set changes they had to meet on a daily basis.
I can strongly recommend the Octagon and our group are already making plans to see another play at this really great theatre.
Our group had booked a lunch, we were treat to soup, sandwiches and a hot drink. The catering staff were very efficient, focused on meeting our needs. Margaret and Tom were on the catering counter and were both very personable, clearly well trained in customer service.
The play itself was first class very well acted and presented, the leads, Maggie, Will and Mr. Hobson were outstanding. The story is very funny showing Maggie change her husband from his timid start to become master of the house.
We had an short presentation from the Stage Manager and an Electrician at the start of our visit and this gave us an insight into the problems of set changes they had to meet on a daily basis.
I can strongly recommend the Octagon and our group are already making plans to see another play at this really great theatre.
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I go to nearly everything this wonderful theatre produces. It is currently led by Olivier award-winning Artistic Director David Thacker, whose experience includes directing at the RSC, the National Theatre, the Young Vic and several other leading theatre companies. There is Shakespeare, the classics, comedies, farces, new writing, children's shows: something for everyone whether they are new to theatre or lifelong fans. Many Octagon productions and the actors in them have won awards. What I love is that every show is staged with enthusiasm and a genuine desire to engage the audience. There are special events for children and teenagers too, as the passion for audiences of the future is important to this forward-looking theatre. If you've never been, go! You won't be disappointed.
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Very intimate little theatre but wonderful to feel so close to the players. Have been going for many years. They have such a good variety of entertainment there is always something for everyone.
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Just returned from my first ever visit to The Octagon, and hopefully not my last.
The show was a fantastic adaptation of a classic story. The cast were superb and interaction with the audience made the event even more pleasant, especially as the compact size of the theatre means all seats have an uninterrupted view of the action.
Parking was easy and free in the NCP next door and the ice cream (whilst not cheap) locally sourced and delicious.
Highly recommended.
The show was a fantastic adaptation of a classic story. The cast were superb and interaction with the audience made the event even more pleasant, especially as the compact size of the theatre means all seats have an uninterrupted view of the action.
Parking was easy and free in the NCP next door and the ice cream (whilst not cheap) locally sourced and delicious.
Highly recommended.
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The Octagon provides a variety of plays throughout the season which would interest all. It is centrally located in Bolton, close to the rail and bus stations and several car parks. The public areas of the theatre have been remodelled over the summer; the foyer, restaurant and bar areas are both modern and welcoming. David Thacker's excellent reputation as a director encourages many respected actors to wish to be part of his productions.
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Have never yet been disappointed at the Octagon. It is a really nice little theatre, where every seat has a good uninterrupted view. Due to it's relatively small size it is a very intimate venue, & the audience feels totally engaged in the play. You can have a great meal beforehand in the restaurant, & see the cast afterwards enjoying a drink in the newly refurbished bar.
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