# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Theatre Royal Wakefield - history, heritage and future 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 20 Jan, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Tue, 20 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Join us for an enthralling evening of the history and heritage of Theatre Royal Wakefield with our guest speaker Katie Town.

The evening will delve into the origins of theatre on the Drury Lane site, which date back to 1776. The current Grade II* building opened in 1894 and is the design of legendary theatre architect, Frank Matcham – it is the smallest surviving Matcham theatre auditorium. Katie will also talk about the theatre’s role in the community today and how the team ensures it remains relevant to everyone in the district.

Theatre Royal Wakefield is a charity and plays an important role in Wakefield, despite receiving no regular public subsidy. As well as a vibrant and varied programme of produced and touring work, the organisation runs a busy Participation programme that regularly works with young people, socially isolated older people, refugees and asylum seekers, improving wellbeing for all of these groups. The talk will explore how the theatre’s team are able to continue with these important and valuable projects, alongside performances and maintaining a heritage asset.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pontefract/theatre-royal-wakefield-history-heritage-and-future/200029362690923
- **Event Categories**: art, theatre, nonprofit, charities
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 44

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Pontefract
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Pontefract Town Hall
- **lat**: 53.6922989
- **long**: -1.30988
- **full address**: Pontefract Town Hall, 7 Bridge Street, Pontefract, WF8 1, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Theatre Royal Wakefield - history, heritage and future  being held?
  - **A:** Theatre Royal Wakefield - history, heritage and future  takes place on Tue, 20 Jan, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Tue, 20 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Pontefract Town Hall, 7 Bridge Street, Pontefract, WF8 1, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Theatre Royal Wakefield - history, heritage and future ?
  - **A:** Theatre Royal Wakefield - history, heritage and future  is organized by Pontefract Civic Society.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Theatre Royal Wakefield - history, heritage and future  is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Pontefract, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Theatre Royal Wakefield - history, heritage and future  sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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