Local Reviews
In October 2013, jh251 said about Octagon Theatre
first time I have visited since a recent refurbishment,much improved public areas very nice modern bar most importantly plenty of staff on hand,this is a very cosy little theatre with some great productions well worth a visit, and you dont have to buy the expensive seats as views very good from any seat and you are never far from the stage, only suggestion would be to avoid any night when there are coaches of school children visiting we had 2 and they were fine in the auditorium but in the interval a nightmare
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In October 2013, Lynn H said about Octagon Theatre
It has just undergone a refit, so I have not yet seen the new stage etc. but have often seen plays here, it is intimate and has a lovely feeling inside, many top actors have been to here, The café and upstairs bar are cosy and relaxing.
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In October 2013, LjuneF said about Octagon Theatre
Having seen several productions here I can say that over the last few years the Theatre has grown and the shows keep getting better and better. A well structured theatre in the heart of Bolton close to other bars and restaurants if you want to eat before or after.
There is a bar within the theatre with reasonably priced drinks and a cafe but I have never eaten there.
There is a bar within the theatre with reasonably priced drinks and a cafe but I have never eaten there.
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In November 2013, Thomas and Rene H said about Octagon Theatre
Located right in the center of the town. Has a good variety of events over a 12 month period, with work by well known playwrights, and a pan to, or Christmas production for the children. There is also cafe and bar fro refreshments, but don't expect too much from the choice of menu, and do pre order your interval drinks, as you have queue to get served.
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In November 2013, JillianMc123 said about Octagon Theatre
A very special theatre, whatever the occasion. I have been many times and always been impressed. It is an intimate theatre but everything it does is of a very high standard.
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In November 2013, Zoe M said about Octagon Theatre
Have seen a few shows here. Wizard of Oz and Peter Pan. Unusual setting makes you feel part of the theatre and show
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In November 2013, Pennington54 said about Octagon Theatre
Great intimate theatre where you are always feel part of the action. Good choice of plays and visiting theatre companies. Good facilities within the theatre. Recommend the pre-show meal for a very relaxed evening. Great parking next door to the theatre.
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In November 2013, grahamggm said about Octagon Theatre
We have been many times to the Octagon over the last 40 years still very enjoyable very intimate and a good choice of work by some well known playwrights .The bar and small restaurant does not live up to the theatres great plays.
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In November 2013, ZLS1983 said about Octagon Theatre
This theatre consistently produces work that moves you to the point where you want to go out and do something you would never normally do! It has always been a good theatre but since David Thacker took over as Artistic Director, the place has seemed to become a lot more ALIVE! The Octagon Theatre is exceptionally welcoming and I have rarely left at the end of the night feeling as though I wasn't high on the buzz of the theatre. Only niggle for me is they don't tend to have as many ex-tv stars cast in their plays these days which may be due to funding cuts but is noticeable. Think it would be awesome if they let the public air their views on the types of plays they'd like to see performed. I've never heard of any other theatre doing that either though so doubt it will ever happen but definitely something I would write in a suggestion box if they had one!
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In November 2013, JimG27 said about Octagon Theatre
The Octagon theatre has a fantastic selection of plays to suit all types of tastes in drama. Over many years we have seen many serious, comic, traditional, and modern plays. The Octagon theatre company is in my mind as good if not better than many big city theatres.
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