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The Courtyard Theatre Bar Undergoes Refurbishment!
11th October 2012
The Iconic Bar in the Courtyard Theatre Undergoes Refurbishment The stylish bar at the Courtyard has undergone refurbishment in the past few months and has recently reopened to customers. The fully stocked bar has a wide range of wines, beers and... more
11th October 2012
The Iconic Bar in the Courtyard Theatre Undergoes Refurbishment The stylish bar at the Courtyard has undergone refurbishment in the past few months and has recently reopened to customers. The fully stocked bar has a wide range of wines, beers and... more
Stage Premiere of Sci-Fi Cult Novel/Film Solaris
11th October 2012
Stage Premiere of Sci-Fi Cult Novel/Film Solaris The Courtyard Theatre is very excited to announce the UK Stage Premiere of Solaris will be staged at the venue. This is the first stage adaptation of the cult novel by Stanislav Lem that coined... more
11th October 2012
Stage Premiere of Sci-Fi Cult Novel/Film Solaris The Courtyard Theatre is very excited to announce the UK Stage Premiere of Solaris will be staged at the venue. This is the first stage adaptation of the cult novel by Stanislav Lem that coined... more
King’s Cross Award Shortlisted Play, “You”, to be Staged at the Courtyard
11th October 2012
King’s Cross Award Shortlisted Play, “You”, to be Staged at the Courtyard One of the shortlisted plays for the King’s Cross Award for New Writing 2011 is being staged at the Courtyard Theatre later this month. The play by Mark Wilson is about a young... more
11th October 2012
King’s Cross Award Shortlisted Play, “You”, to be Staged at the Courtyard One of the shortlisted plays for the King’s Cross Award for New Writing 2011 is being staged at the Courtyard Theatre later this month. The play by Mark Wilson is about a young... more
Soundproofing of the Mainhouse Complete
11th October 2012
Soundproofing of the Mainhouse Complete Soundproofing of the Mainhouse in the Courtyard Theatre complex has just recently been completed. This important refurbishment means that sound will no longer travel between the larger Mainhouse theatre and... more
11th October 2012
Soundproofing of the Mainhouse Complete Soundproofing of the Mainhouse in the Courtyard Theatre complex has just recently been completed. This important refurbishment means that sound will no longer travel between the larger Mainhouse theatre and... more
Kings Cross Award 2013
21st September 2012
The Courtyard is delighted to announce that we will soon be launching details of our 7th Kings Cross Award for new writing. The Award, which is open to writers of all levels of experience resident in the UK or Republic of Ireland, seeks imaginative, original... more
21st September 2012
The Courtyard is delighted to announce that we will soon be launching details of our 7th Kings Cross Award for new writing. The Award, which is open to writers of all levels of experience resident in the UK or Republic of Ireland, seeks imaginative, original... more
The King's Cross Award for New Writing 2011: Staged reading of 'Einstein's Daughter' at The Courtyard Theatre
27th April 2012
The King's Cross Award for New Writing 2011 was celebrated last week with an event at The Courtyard Theatre. Rob Johnston won the award with his play 'Einstein's Daughter': the prize included a £4,000 cheque and a staged reading in our Main House.Peter... more
27th April 2012
The King's Cross Award for New Writing 2011 was celebrated last week with an event at The Courtyard Theatre. Rob Johnston won the award with his play 'Einstein's Daughter': the prize included a £4,000 cheque and a staged reading in our Main House.Peter... more
The Courtyard Theatre makes The Londonist's Top 10 Fringe Theatres
12th April 2012
The Courtyard Theatre was rated as one of the Top 10 Fringe Theatres in London, described as an 'enticing prospect both for convivial atmosphere and its challenging and inspired programme.' You can read the article here and visit our facebook page.... more
12th April 2012
The Courtyard Theatre was rated as one of the Top 10 Fringe Theatres in London, described as an 'enticing prospect both for convivial atmosphere and its challenging and inspired programme.' You can read the article here and visit our facebook page.... more
Kings Cross Award for New Writing 2011 Winner Announced!
1st February 2012
The Kings Cross Award for New Writing is now a national platform for emerging playwrights and plays. In this, its seventh edition, the judging panel selected for final consideration the work of six playwrights from an outstanding long list. They were:... more
1st February 2012
The Kings Cross Award for New Writing is now a national platform for emerging playwrights and plays. In this, its seventh edition, the judging panel selected for final consideration the work of six playwrights from an outstanding long list. They were:... more
King's Cross Award for New Writing 2011 Shortlist Announced
1st December 2011
We are pleased to announce the Shortlist for the Kings Cross Award for New Writing 2011. The 6 shortlisted plays are below: Einstein's DaughterMaxinePhiloctetesYouBorderlandOnly Human Congratulations to each playwright. The plays will now go on to be... more
1st December 2011
We are pleased to announce the Shortlist for the Kings Cross Award for New Writing 2011. The 6 shortlisted plays are below: Einstein's DaughterMaxinePhiloctetesYouBorderlandOnly Human Congratulations to each playwright. The plays will now go on to be... more
Pre-Edinburgh Season 2011
10th May 2011
The Courtyard Pre-Edinburgh Season, now in its 4th successful year, once again offers our annual discounted platform for emerging companies. Whether your aim is to test-drive material, or finalise company logistics, this is a chance to perform... more
10th May 2011
The Courtyard Pre-Edinburgh Season, now in its 4th successful year, once again offers our annual discounted platform for emerging companies. Whether your aim is to test-drive material, or finalise company logistics, this is a chance to perform... more
The Kings Cross Award for New Writing 2011
17th March 2011
The King's Cross Award for New Writing 2011 The Courtyard is delighted to announce that the 6th King's Cross Award for New Writing was formally launched on 1st March 2011, and entries will be accepted between now and the closing date 1st September 2011.... more
17th March 2011
The King's Cross Award for New Writing 2011 The Courtyard is delighted to announce that the 6th King's Cross Award for New Writing was formally launched on 1st March 2011, and entries will be accepted between now and the closing date 1st September 2011.... more
Kings Cross Winner Announced!
3rd November 2009
The Kings Cross Award for New Writing is now a national platform for emerging playwrights and plays. In this, its sixth year, the judging panel selected for final consideration the work of six playwrights from an outstanding long list, they were: 2023... more
3rd November 2009
The Kings Cross Award for New Writing is now a national platform for emerging playwrights and plays. In this, its sixth year, the judging panel selected for final consideration the work of six playwrights from an outstanding long list, they were: 2023... more
Kings Cross New Writing Award 2009 Shortlist Announced!
3rd September 2009
The Courtyard are delighted to announce the shortlist for the Kings Cross New Writing Award. The shortlisted plays, which will be considered by a panel of industry professionals throughout September, are: 2023 Leopoldville The Dealer of Ballynafeigh Mother... more
3rd September 2009
The Courtyard are delighted to announce the shortlist for the Kings Cross New Writing Award. The shortlisted plays, which will be considered by a panel of industry professionals throughout September, are: 2023 Leopoldville The Dealer of Ballynafeigh Mother... more
Courtyard Offices Moved - Change of Address and Number
26th August 2009
Please note that the admin offices for the Courtyard Theatre have changed premises. We are now located in the Theatre itself.The address for the Courtyard offices is now the same as the Theatre address:The Courtyard TheatreBowling Green Walk40 Pitfield... more
26th August 2009
Please note that the admin offices for the Courtyard Theatre have changed premises. We are now located in the Theatre itself.The address for the Courtyard offices is now the same as the Theatre address:The Courtyard TheatreBowling Green Walk40 Pitfield... more
Kings Cross Award 2009 Longlist Announced
28th July 2009
The Courtyard are pleased to announce the Longlist for the Kings Cross New Writing Award 2009. The titles in this year's Longlist are: CrocodileNapoliBricolageMish Gorecki Goes MissingMother of HimThe Dealer of BallynafeighLeopoldvilleLittle... more
28th July 2009
The Courtyard are pleased to announce the Longlist for the Kings Cross New Writing Award 2009. The titles in this year's Longlist are: CrocodileNapoliBricolageMish Gorecki Goes MissingMother of HimThe Dealer of BallynafeighLeopoldvilleLittle... more
CTTC showcase date announced
27th February 2009
The Court Theatre Training has releasd the date of it's graduate showcase 2009. The event which is an oppurtuniy for industry professionals to see the graduates in action will take place on the 20th April at the Courtyard Theatre. For tickets... more
27th February 2009
The Court Theatre Training has releasd the date of it's graduate showcase 2009. The event which is an oppurtuniy for industry professionals to see the graduates in action will take place on the 20th April at the Courtyard Theatre. For tickets... more
Kings Cross Award 2009 details announced
19th October 2008
PRESS RELEASE The King's Cross Award for New Writing 2009 The Courtyard is delighted to announce that the 5th King's Cross Award for New Writing will be formally launched on 3rd November 2008, and entries will be accepted between now and the... more
19th October 2008
PRESS RELEASE The King's Cross Award for New Writing 2009 The Courtyard is delighted to announce that the 5th King's Cross Award for New Writing will be formally launched on 3rd November 2008, and entries will be accepted between now and the... more
Monday Mix Up
18th October 2008
Auditions: J&I Productions return to the Courtyard Theatre in Hoxton with the "MondayMix-Up", presenting a mixture of light hearted acts from London's up and comingactors, comedians and singers. -We are now casting for our latest... more
18th October 2008
Auditions: J&I Productions return to the Courtyard Theatre in Hoxton with the "MondayMix-Up", presenting a mixture of light hearted acts from London's up and comingactors, comedians and singers. -We are now casting for our latest... more
CHRISTMAS SHOW ANNOUNCED
11th October 2008
This year the Courtyard Theatre have teamed up with Aitherios Theatre Company to offer an exciting and colourful version of the classic The Tin Soldier by Hans Christian Anderson. More details to be found in What's On... more
11th October 2008
This year the Courtyard Theatre have teamed up with Aitherios Theatre Company to offer an exciting and colourful version of the classic The Tin Soldier by Hans Christian Anderson. More details to be found in What's On... more
Keith Jack - Tour comes to London
11th October 2008
Succesfull reality tv star Keith Jack plays the Courtyard on Oct 20th and showcases from hios new album... more
11th October 2008
Succesfull reality tv star Keith Jack plays the Courtyard on Oct 20th and showcases from hios new album... more
UPP Magazine LIve
11th October 2008
The monthly live event from the team at UPP Magazine promises to be a real corker this month with the following acts confirmed: Upp Magazine Live 27th October Band Line up: Electric Room: The Tacticians The Fiction Rock City Sixteen Gabriel... more
11th October 2008
The monthly live event from the team at UPP Magazine promises to be a real corker this month with the following acts confirmed: Upp Magazine Live 27th October Band Line up: Electric Room: The Tacticians The Fiction Rock City Sixteen Gabriel... more
Edinburgh Previews
12th June 2008
The Courtyard Theatre is having a pre-celebration of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival with 'Edinburgh Previews' in the Studio Theatre. A fabulous opportunity to participate in the festival spirit as an audience member and witness these sometimes... more
12th June 2008
The Courtyard Theatre is having a pre-celebration of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival with 'Edinburgh Previews' in the Studio Theatre. A fabulous opportunity to participate in the festival spirit as an audience member and witness these sometimes... more
Centurion Theatre Company brings a month run of Shakespeares Measure for Measure to the Courtyard Main House
6th June 2008
Further Details to be announced soon. Run Dates 29thOct - 23 Nov 2008... more
6th June 2008
Further Details to be announced soon. Run Dates 29thOct - 23 Nov 2008... more
Hannah and Martin recieves rave reviews "4 Star " Time Out
1st June 2008
"Quite a find this play" "You will leave the theatre not only entertained, but almost certainly smarter" Time Out * * * * (4 Stars) "This is something special" The Metro * * * * (4 Stars) "Based on their... more
1st June 2008
"Quite a find this play" "You will leave the theatre not only entertained, but almost certainly smarter" Time Out * * * * (4 Stars) "This is something special" The Metro * * * * (4 Stars) "Based on their... more
SHOULD BRITNEY PLAY BOOZY BLANCHE IN WEST END?
6th April 2008
IT SOUNDS like the perfect role for a Southern belle who has seen better days and is desperate to restore her fortunes. So playing one of the theatre's most celebrated and tragic heroines might just be the way for Britney Spears to repair her damaged... more
6th April 2008
IT SOUNDS like the perfect role for a Southern belle who has seen better days and is desperate to restore her fortunes. So playing one of the theatre's most celebrated and tragic heroines might just be the way for Britney Spears to repair her damaged... more
UK Premiere of Tennesse Williams, The Pink Bedroom to Open at the Courtyard Theatre
28th March 2008
'This pink bedroom. Incurable disease. Worse than drink or drugs it has broken my will and made me a lump of flesh' Tennessee Williams' The Pink Bedroom receives its UK premiere alongside three other rarely performed one act plays: Talk to Me Like the... more
28th March 2008
'This pink bedroom. Incurable disease. Worse than drink or drugs it has broken my will and made me a lump of flesh' Tennessee Williams' The Pink Bedroom receives its UK premiere alongside three other rarely performed one act plays: Talk to Me Like the... more
Courtyard Theatre Launches Writers Group
21st March 2008
This week the Courtyard Theatre launched its new writers group, offering writers the chance to work across a spectrum of mediums ranging from short plays and radio to full length dramas and screen writing. The course will be taught by the professionals... more
21st March 2008
This week the Courtyard Theatre launched its new writers group, offering writers the chance to work across a spectrum of mediums ranging from short plays and radio to full length dramas and screen writing. The course will be taught by the professionals... more
Launch of I don't like Monday s at iambic bar
18th March 2008
This week the iambic bar launched "I don't like Mondays" an evening of acoustic sessions, from the warmth of the iambic bar. A weekly event "I don't like mondays launched successfully of the 17th of March with a selection of London's best acoustic acts,... more
18th March 2008
This week the iambic bar launched "I don't like Mondays" an evening of acoustic sessions, from the warmth of the iambic bar. A weekly event "I don't like mondays launched successfully of the 17th of March with a selection of London's best acoustic acts,... more