News

Wed 18 Feb, 2026

Prescot bidding for UK Town of Culture 2028

The historic town of Prescot in Knowsley is submitting a bid to be crowned the UK’s Town of Culture in 2028.

Tue 17 Feb, 2026

Galloping into the Year of the Fire Horse

In partnership with the Confucius Institute at Edge Hill University we are celebrating Chinese New Year!

Fri 13 Feb, 2026

A night built on belief in artists

Our recent Gala Night was a statement of trust in artists and the cultural future of Knowsley and the Liverpool City Region. The Playhouse was filled with artists, audiences and supporters united by a shared conviction: creativity deserves more than applause, it deserves real investment. And that ma...

Fri 30 Jan, 2026

HEADING NORTH FRINGE FESTIVAL – CALLOUT

Calling all theatre companies, artists and makers who have committed to be a part of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2026! We are programming a season of Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2026 previews at Shakespeare North Playhouse Studio as part of our HEADING NORTH FRINGE FESTIVAL.

Tue 6 Jan, 2026

Children’s party hire

Hassle-free celebration space and children's party food packages.

Mon 22 Dec, 2025

The Big Meet

Planning something big in 2026? We've got the perfect venue.

Wed 17 Dec, 2025

ORIGIN8

Yesterday we officially launched ORIGIN8, our newly enhanced artist development programme. With support from the Amazon Regional Creatives Fund, ORIGIN8 strengthens our commitment to nurturing bold new creative work and supporting underrepresented artists across Knowsley, the Liverpool City Region a...

Tue 2 Dec, 2025

Big Give Christmas Challenge 2025

Creativity is the key to bright futures. With your help, we will provide opportunities that transform, inspire, and empower the lives of children and young people every day. Let’s get to work!

Tue 18 Nov, 2025

Spotlight: Kay Nicholson

With ‘Women Aren’t Funny’ coming up on the horizon (mark your calendar for November 27th), we thought we’d shine a spotlight on one of our stars: the wonderfully funny Kay Nicholson.

Tue 11 Nov, 2025

Shakespeare North Match Funds Round 9 of the Teacup Commissions

Paperwork Theatre's Teacup commission is a microfund for creatives, to help get early stage ideas off the ground.

Thu 23 Oct, 2025

Wishing Tree

To complement The Tempest and highlight our shared commitment to sustainability, Andy created The Wishing Tree, a special feature in our accessible family area in the entrance foyer.

Tue 21 Oct, 2025

Where there’s a Will…

Theatre has always thrived on generosity and community. The word charity comes from the Latin caritas, meaning love, care, and kindness. For centuries, theatre has embodied this spirit, bringing people together to nurture creativity, education, and shared experience.

Prescot bidding for UK Town of Culture 2028

Galloping into the Year of the Fire Horse

A night built on belief in artists

HEADING NORTH FRINGE FESTIVAL – CALLOUT

Children’s party hire

The Big Meet

ORIGIN8

Big Give Christmas Challenge 2025

Spotlight: Kay Nicholson

Become A Supporter

Shakespeare North Match Funds Round 9 of the Teacup Commissions

Wishing Tree

Where there’s a Will…