The Weir
By Conor McPherson
Directed by Mary McCallum
18-22 February
Gathered at the pub on a windy night in rural Ireland, the landlord and his regulars share old stories with Valerie, a young woman who has recently arrived from Dublin.
At turns ghostly and mesmerising, their tales draw Valerie into their world – but it is her story that stops the men in their tracks.
Upcoming Shows
The Pitmen Painters
By Lee Hall
Directed by Jacqs Graham
8 - 12 April 2025
Working down the pit by day and discussing the old masters by night, the men discover that there’s more to the art world than they had first thought. And when they start painting for themselves, the art world discovers there’s more to this group of coal miners than they expected too…
A Hero of the People
By Brad Birch
Directed by Nathan Hook
29 - 31 May 2025
A Black Box Production
Do you believe in the public good? Do you want to see prosperity return to our families? Have you had enough of listening to experts and their so-called ‘facts’? This reimagining of An Enemy of the People by Henrik Ibsen combines traditional, immersive, and interactive theatre.
Romeo & Juliet
By William Shakespeare
Directed by Chris Hawkins & Sarah Lawrence
24 - 28 June and 1 - 5 July 2025
Two households, both alike in dignity… but make it gay.
This elegant and energetic retelling of Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet explores the world’s most well-loved romantic tragedy through the restraints the world enforces on queerness. It’s the same text, the same forbidden love, the same tragedy, but with a fresh new twist.
Expect a retro feel set in a liminal space, not quite the past but not quite the present, and a healthy dose of LGBTQ+ aesthetic influence. What better way to celebrate Pride Month?!
About Us
Kelvin Players is one of the largest and most respected non-professional drama companies in the South West. From the base of our Studio Theatre on Gloucester Road in Bristol we present at least five productions each year varying hugely in style, period and genre.
Whether you're interested in treading the boards or in one of the numerous backstage roles you'll find a friendly atmosphere and a group passionate about making quality theatre for the people of Bristol.
