Heritage Open Days

We invite you to look through our archive of historical and modern images, showing the journey of our beautiful theatre.

We will also display a gallery of redevelopment photos and concept images to show how the theatre is changing to become more inclusive.

Our community and outreach department will also show how they support the area with their outreach work.

Youth activities will also be available such as arts and crafts, dressing up and learning about creative jobs in the industry.

The Last Night of the Lowestoft Proms

Zeb Soanes – Narrator, vocalist
Rainer Hersch – Conductor
Laura Ruhí Vidal – Soprano
The Rainer Hersch Orkestra

Lowestoft’s own Zeb Soanes (Classic FM) teams up with conductor and comedian extraordinaire Rainer Hersch (BBC Radio 4) and his brilliant Orkestra for one night only to enjoy, poke fun at and generally celebrate that jewel of the British concert season, the Last Night of the Proms.

From Land of Hope and Glory to Rule Britannia by way of the Shipping Forecast – it’s all here: a high spirited, flag-waving and downright cheeky take on everything British.

Very special guest: soprano Laura Ruhí Vidal.

Music to include:
Land of Hope and Glory
Dambusters March
Rule, Britannia!
O mio babbino caro
Londonderry Air (Danny Boy)
The Shipping Forecast Orchestrated
Laughing Song
The Devil’s Galop
Pomp and Circumstance March No. 4
Marriage of Figaro Overture
Hornpipe (from British Sea Songs)
1812 Overture
‘Right Said Fred’
And more

John Cleese Packs It In

1 85-year-old Man, 5 Countries, 16 Cities, 23 shows, 6 weeks.

Will he make it home … or is this the end of the road?

One of the most recognisable figures in British comedy, John Cleese’s career spans six decades – from his early days with the Cambridge Footlights to co-founding Monty Python, co-creating Fawlty Towers, and writing and starring in the Oscar-nominated “A Fish Called Wanda”. His unique brand of black humour has made him a global icon and intergalactic treasure.

At the age of eighty five, John Cleese sets off on what might be his final European tour – five countries, sixteen cities, twenty-three shows, and retaining just two original body parts. “John Cleese Packs It In” is a wry, behind-the-scenes portrait of a comedy legend on the road, battling various ailments, chaotic travel, and his own stubborn refusal to stop.

Spanning six weeks on the road, the film captures Cleese unfiltered and on the move – riffing on life, fame, and the absurdity of getting old in front of thousands of fans. As he reflects on a stage career that began in 1963, the question lingers: is this the end of the road?

With unique and intimate access and showing unexpected tenderness, this is a documentary about legacy, laughter, and the dignity of bowing out… however reluctantly.

Movie Making & Animation: Arts and Animation

Come and join Joshua Freemantle the organiser of Sunrise Film Festival as he helps you to create your own film.

With experience creating animated film and live action, come and learn what makes an exceptional film.

Movies can be made using mobiles, not just with professional equipment.

Come up with a plot, characters and script….create a piece of film that will entertain frighten or amuse your friends and family.

We often run creative workshops and events for information on this or any of our community activities please contact our community manager Lorna at community@marinatheatre.co.uk