The Brindley Theatre
The Brindley Theatre is owned by Halton Borough Council and is the main centre for arts and entertainment for the borough of Halton which covers the twin towns of Runcorn and Widnes on either side of the River Mersey.
The Brindley opened in September 2004 with the following mission statement: The Brindley will provide excellent facilities and opportunities for engaging with and access to performances, exhibitions and events which entertain, educate and inspire'.
Facilities: 400 seat Theatre, 108 seat Studio, Gallery Space and Terrace Cafe. The building was designed by the brilliant architect Richard Brierley of John Miller Partners and the design won a Royal Institute of British Architects Architectural Award in 2004.
The Brindley has also won several other major awards including Best Performance Venue - Mersey Partnership Tourism Awards 2008 and Best Arts Project in the UK - National Lottery Awards 2007.
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A Christmas Carol
Dates: 19th Dec - 20th Dec 2025
Award winning actor Craig Cowdroy presents his one man show. A powerful, humorous and emotional adaptation of Charles Dickens timeless tale A Christmas Carol.
Santa's Christmas Party
Dates: 12th Dec - 16th Dec 2025
Christmas is the busiest time of year at the North Pole, when Father Christmas makes presents to deliver across the whole world and when everyone gets ready for Santa’s Christmas Party!
The Elvis Years at Christmas
Dates: 27th Nov - 27th Nov 2025
It’s the most wonderful time of the year – and that means it’s time to get well and truly into the Christmas spirit as smash hit musical production The Elvis Years at Christmas brings its very special seasonal twist to theatres across the UK.
Cinderella
Dates: 11th Dec - 11th Jan 2026
Our fantastic festive pantomime is presented by New Pantomime Productions.
Businesses close to The Brindley Theatre
Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum
Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum brings science alive for visitors of all ages!
Norton Priory Museum & Gardens
Come and discover a story which spans 900 years and uncover the sites transition from St Augustinian priory, to mitred abbey and onto the family home of the Baronets of Norton.
Hover Force Activity Centre
Located in the Frodsham Marsh just off the M56, Hover Force is about 30 minutes from Liverpool, 35 minutes from Manchester, and 20 minutes from Chester.
Chester on a Plate Food Tours
Discover Chester in an original, fun way as you are taken on a multi -stop, culinary adventure across the city.