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Since 2011, the Ustinov Studio has presented highly acclaimed programmes of world and UK premieres, alongside the best in small-scale touring theatre, comedy, music and dance.
Deborah Warner’s third and final season as Artistic Director features an equally exciting and eclectic line up of productions throughout summer 2024.
The season includes DANCE and Echo and Narcissus, a brand new work by Kim Brandstrup completing his trilogy of works inspired by Greek mythology. THEATRE follows with a new production of Harold Pinter’s The Birthday Party directed by Richard Jones.
The RECITAL series returns led by the season’s Head of Music and Head of Music at the Royal Opera House, conductor and pianist Richard Hetherington, who performs Bach’s Ich habe genug with Mezzo soprano Catherine Wyn-Rogers. To close, countertenor Iestyn Davies with Sergio Bucheli offer an evening of Lute Songs including works of John Dowland.
The season ends with MUSIC and the return of internationally renowned tenor Ian Bostridge and pianist Julius Drake in a staging of Schubert’s Winterreise (Winter Journey) directed by Deborah Warner.
Accessibility Information
There is ramp access into the foyer, and staff are on hand at all times to assist with the opening of the foyer
doors.
The Ustinov bar includes a lowered serving point. Drinks can be purchased to consume inside the auditorium.
An accessible toilet is situated just off the main foyer. All accessible toilets are fitted with alarm cords.
Mini-com/hearing loop is stationed in the foyer for the purchase or collection of tickets, half an hour
before performances or by calling the Main House Box Office
There are up to 2 wheelchair spaces available at Stalls level, which can be booked in advance
Occasional sign interpreted performances are provided.
Assistance dogs only are permitted inside the auditorium.
Touch Tours may be available for patrons who have a sensory impairment.
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- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors
- Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Ramp/Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
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Opening Times
| Opening (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026) |
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Events
Thursday, 22nd January 2026 - Friday, 23rd January 2026
Mettle at the Ustinov StudioAward-winning solo performer Nicholas Collett (British Arrows Best Actor, Special Performance Award World Duo Festival, Seoul South Korea, Best Theatre Award Adelaide Fringe 2023) tells the story of his father's service during the Atlantic Convoys of World War Two.- more info
Saturday, 24th January 2026 - Saturday, 24th January 2026
The Parody of The Rings at Ustinov StudioIt's a show that's more fun than a barrel of hobbits, and definitely more chaotic than a Gandalf speech. If you've ever wanted to see Gollum fight a battle with sound effects, or Gandalf desperately trying to remember what happens next, then you're in for a hilarious treat!- more info
Tuesday, 27th January 2026 - Thursday, 29th January 2026
Chinese Boxing at the Ustinov StudioChinese Boxing is a bold and innovative piece of theatre that tackles one of the urgent questions of modern times: can China and the West get along? And it tackles it from both sides, no punches pulled.- more info
Friday, 30th January 2026 - Saturday, 31st January 2026
Saturday, 31st January 2026 - Saturday, 31st January 2026
Sherlock Holmes: The Death and Life at Ustinov StudioA light-hearted and intriguing investigation of the consequences, when fictional characters take on lives and ambitions of their own, quite against the wishes of the author. In this wryly humorous one man tale, of murder, mystery and the occult the world's greatest detective refuses to leave the…- more info
Monday, 2nd February 2026 - Tuesday, 3rd February 2026
Rank at the Ustinov StudioA taxi driver's life is turned upside down by an epic encounter with a young woman and her two small children who use his services to travel cross-country to buy a horse.- more info
Wednesday, 4th February 2026 - Friday, 6th February 2026
Team Viking at the Ustinov StudioTeam Viking premiered in a tiny meeting room at the 2016 Edinburgh Fringe and became a breakthrough hit: critically acclaimed, completely sold out, and the launched James' career as a contemporary storyteller. Since then it has toured hundreds of times across the UK and beyond.- more info
Saturday, 7th February 2026 - Saturday, 7th February 2026
Please Do Not Touch at Ustinov StudioThe show asks important questions about colonial legacy and contested heritage whilst shining a light on the criminal justice system.- more info
Monday, 9th February 2026 - Tuesday, 10th February 2026
Too Small To Tell at the Ustinov StudioNearly thirty years later, in the wake of recent stories about Mohamed al Fayed, Sean Combs, Neil Gaiman, Justin Baldoni, Lisa reflects on her time at Miramax and asks: Why does this keep happening? What prevents women from coming forward? And when is a story too small to tell?- more info
Thursday, 12th February 2026 - Saturday, 14th February 2026
Life Before You at the Ustinov StudioLife Before You, a fierce and unflinching new play by Eva Hudson, lays bare the fault lines between mothers and daughters. Addressing women's healthcare, class, survival, and the erasure of aging women, it asks: what do we pass on, and how do we escape the lives written for us?- more info
Tuesday, 24th February 2026 - Wednesday, 25th February 2026
Orpheus Dismembered at Ustinov StudioBen Haggarty reads between the lines of Greek Mythology to restores them to their terrifying and truly awesome glory. This is world-class storytelling - dark, magical, and provocative.- more info
Friday, 27th February 2026 - Saturday, 28th February 2026
1984 at Ustinov StudioAward winning Box Tale Soup (Casting The Runes) present a stunning new adaptation of Orwell's dystopian classic. Known for their ingenious sets and slick storytelling, Box Tale Soup's unique puppetry becomes a striking metaphor for Orwell's chilling vision of power and control.- more info
Thursday, 5th March 2026 - Thursday, 5th March 2026
Fantastic Stranger at the Ustinov StudioFantastic Stranger are a dynamic, saxophone-led trio from Bristol, known for high-energy performances fusing unrelenting riffs and delicate melodies with a generous dose of improvisation.- more info
Wednesday, 11th March 2026 - Saturday, 14th March 2026
Stolen Ram at Ustinov StudioWhy can't her teaching colleagues Rich and Kris learn how to torch a BMW properly? And wasn't the plan always to be rock stars rather than teachers?- more info
Monday, 16th March 2026 - Wednesday, 18th March 2026
I Bought a Flip Phone at Ustinov StudioI Bought a Flip Phone is a hilarious and heartfelt exploration of modern digital burnout, raunchy text messages from men, and the perpetual feeling of life being on hold. Join Charlie for an hour of laughter and empathy as he navigates his quest for connection and a little peace of mind.- more info
Thursday, 19th March 2026 - Saturday, 21st March 2026
Saturday, 21st March 2026 - Saturday, 21st March 2026
Two Halves of Guinness at Ustinov StudioTwo Halves of Guinness reveals a mysterious life story worthy of the darkest Ealing Comedies, revisiting his most memorable characters and encountering a galaxy of stars along the way.- more info
Monday, 23rd March 2026 - Wednesday, 25th March 2026
Hooray for Hollywood at the Ustinov StudioThe Wizard of Oz to Wicked, West Side Story to La La Land - and many many more- more info
Thursday, 4th February 2027 - Saturday, 6th March 2027
Blackbird at Ustinov StudioFifteen years ago, Una and Ray had a relationship. He was 41 years old. She was 12. They haven't set eyes on each other since.- more info
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