Barnfield Theatre facts for kids
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The Barnfield Theatre is a popular theatre located in Exeter, England. It's right in the middle of the city on Barnfield Road. This building started its life as Barnfield Hall in the late 1800s. The Exeter Literary Society built it. Later, in 1972, it was changed into the theatre we know today.
The theatre now runs as a charity. This means it's a non-profit organization. It provides a place for both amateur and professional groups to perform plays and shows. The building belongs to Exeter City Council. Until December 2021, Barnfield Theatre Limited managed it. After that, the Northcott Theatre took over its management.
What Can You Do at Barnfield Theatre?
The Barnfield Theatre is a busy place. It hosts many different events. You can watch plays, musicals, and dance shows. It's also used for concerts and comedy nights. Sometimes, there are talks or presentations too. It's a great spot for local groups to show their talents.
The Main Auditorium
The theatre's main room is called the auditorium. This is where most of the big shows happen. It has a proper stage and some basic lighting equipment. There are 280 comfortable seats for the audience. These seats were updated in 2005. They are set up on a slope, called a rake. This means everyone gets a good view of the stage. The auditorium is also good for meetings or displays.
The Clifford Room
The Clifford Room is another space in the theatre. It's very flexible. It can be used as a smaller theatre space. It's also perfect for meetings or workshops. The seats in this room can be moved around. They can even be set up on a slope, just like in the main auditorium. This allows for different types of performances. For example, the audience can sit all around the stage. This room can hold up to 60 people. It was named the Clifford Room in 2007. This was to honor Clifford Scott. Before that, it was called the Bedford Room.
The Foyer
The main entrance area is called the foyer. This is where you come in and buy tickets. It was given a fresh look in 2015. Then, it was updated again in 2022. This happened when the Northcott Theatre started managing the building.
