Local Reviews
In November 2013, Adrian M said about Octagon Theatre
The Octagon is well located in the centre on Bolton and parking is very easy and close by.
The bar upstairs is well stocked and the staff/crew are always helpful and cheerful. The seats are comfortable and the view, pretty much all round is excellent (obviously you pay a bit more for the best seats)
The standard of plays of and performances is obviously a personal thing, so it's unfair to say what I thought of the performances I have seen at the Octagon. But you can guess they're all a very good standard!
The bar upstairs is well stocked and the staff/crew are always helpful and cheerful. The seats are comfortable and the view, pretty much all round is excellent (obviously you pay a bit more for the best seats)
The standard of plays of and performances is obviously a personal thing, so it's unfair to say what I thought of the performances I have seen at the Octagon. But you can guess they're all a very good standard!
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In November 2013, Cilla D said about Octagon Theatre
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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In November 2013, ADAMSLMA123 said about Octagon Theatre
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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In December 2013, Nicki V said about Octagon Theatre
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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In January 2014, JAN said about Octagon Theatre
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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In February 2014, Vinylment said about Octagon Theatre
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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In February 2014, MaxManchester said about Octagon Theatre
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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In February 2014, lovetobespoilt said about Octagon Theatre
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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In February 2014, Lesley B said about Octagon Theatre
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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In February 2014, another3 said about Octagon Theatre
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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