Tobacco Factory Theatres

    At Tobacco Factory Theatres, we provide a home of welcome and wonder for creative adventures and human connection, for incredible theatre and opportunities to learn and exchange ideas.

    Christmas 2025

    Christmas at TFT

    Looking for unforgettable Christmas shows in Bristol this December? Step into the festive world of Christmas @ TFT (Tobacco Factory Theatres) – the heart of North Street’s holiday celebrations.
    From hilarious comedy to magical adventures, there’s a show for everyone this festive season. Plus, the atmosphere in our theatre is truly unforgettable.
    Scruff's Christmas Adventure

    show / Little Angel Theatre

    Scruff’s Christmas Adventure

    04 Dec - 04 Jan 2026

    Join Scruff on a tail-wagging journey filled with magical puppetry, hilarious characters, and lots of audience interaction.
    Gurt Haunted: Miracle On East Street

    show / Gurt Productions

    Gurt Haunted: Miracle On North Street

    09 Dec - 03 Jan 2026

    The Gurt Haunted team are back in town. Rumour has it there are some dark entities lingering in BS3...
    Rapunzel: A Hairy Tale 4

    show / TOBACCO FACTORY THEATRES

    Rapunzel: A Hairy Tale

    27 Nov - 17 Jan 2026

    This Christmas, experience the enchantment of Tobacco Factory Theatres' spellbinding and inventively playful take on a beloved Brothers Grimm...
    Gift Vouchers – Give the Gift of Theatre this Chritmas

    Page / 04 November 2025

    Gift Vouchers

    Looking for a Christmas gift in Bristol that’s truly special? Surprise someone with a Tobacco Factory Theatres gift voucher! They...
    GOVERNMENT INSPECTOR by Peter Barlow

    show / BRISTOL OLD VIC THEATRE SCHOOL

    THE GOVERNMENT INSPECTOR

    08 Nov - 15 Nov 2025

    The news that a government inspector is due to arrive in a small Russian town sends its bureaucrats into...
    WONDERLAND

    show / BRISTOL OLD VIC THEATRE SCHOOL

    WONDERLAND

    12 Nov

    There is a storm inside Alice’s mind - quiet and well-behaved on the outside, she struggles with a whirlwind...
    I Don't Have A Maths GCSE

    show / Mia Borthwick

    I Don’t Have A Maths GCSE

    15 Nov

    In "I Don't Have a Maths GCSE", Mia Borthwick takes us on a laugh-out-loud musical comedy journey through her...
    Josh James: Doin' Alright

    show / UTC Live

    Josh James: Doin’ Alright

    08 Nov

    Rapunzel: A Hairy Tale 4

    show / TOBACCO FACTORY THEATRES

    Rapunzel: A Hairy Tale

    27 Nov - 17 Jan 2026

    This Christmas, experience the enchantment of Tobacco Factory Theatres' spellbinding and inventively playful take on a beloved Brothers Grimm...
    Macbeth 5

    show / TOBACCO FACTORY THEATRES

    Macbeth

    19 Feb - 28 Mar 2026

    When Macbeth hears a prophecy that he is destined to rule, his desire for power overrides loyalty, love, and...

    Get Involved

    DISCOVER. LEARN. IGNITE. Get Involved invites you to dive deeper, to ask questions, to take some time for yourself, to…

    BSA

    We are thrilled to announce a new season of theatre productions from Bristol School of Acting.

    News & BlogMore

    Re-Imagining A Classic - Rapunzel with writer Sharon Clark

    Post / 13 November 2025

    Re-Imagining A Classic – Rapunzel with writer Sharon Clark

    When I began writing Rapunzel: A Hairy Tale, I wanted to start from something we all know – a fairytale...

    Post / 28 October 2025

    Join TFT’s Instagram Creator Press List

    Are you a Bristol-based Instagram creator who loves theatre, culture, and sharing experiences with your followers? Tobacco Factory Theatres...
    Rapunzel: A Hairy Tale 5

    Post / 28 October 2025

    Rapunzel: A Hairytale – Inside the Rehearsal Room with Director Tom Brennan

    Today, we open the rehearsal room doors for Rapunzel: A Hairytale, our magical festive production at Tobacco Factory Theatres....