| Status: | Active, open to new members |
| Coordinator: | |
| When: | Evenings 7:30 pm-10:00 pm As and when tickets are available |
| Cost: | Depends on Visit but normally £14-16 per person - musicals may be a bit more |
This is a popular group that allows many members to enjoy sociable visits to our local theatres.
For practical reasons there is a limit for most performances of 20 and it is for Balsall Common u3a members only. Although individuals are always welcome to join us by booking their own seats. For practical purposes we can't give refunds for tickets not used but will try to reallocate if we can.
Booking Process:
I email the Theatre Group members with details of the next performance I am proposing (normally 4-6 weeks ahead). Members respond to request tickets. I confirm if they are still available and members should pay ASAP. Once all seats are taken I confirm with the Groups Treasurer (that's me at the moment!) that all payments are received and arrange to pay the theatre. Once this is done I confirm to members who have booked. Nearer the date of the performance I will do a seat allocation. I hand out individual tickets on the night. Prompt payment is required. Late payment wastes admin time and compromises our credibility with the theatres whose goodwill we rely on.
PS I am aware that some members use my e-mails to make them aware of local theatrical events and then book them direct. That is fine (and saves me work!)
Future visits:
I regularly arrange new trips (normally every 3-4 weeks (but there is a winter hiatus as I don't do pantos!)). To stay up to date you need to join the group to get emails. You can use the contact form to ask to be added.
I also occasionally email details of other theatre events which I think you will find of interest. (These are listed at the bottom of the page)
Click here to see list of Theatre Visits so far in 2026 and possible future visits
If you would like to join or require any other information please contact the Coordinator
PS I'm no theatre critic but personally I'm amazed at the local amateur talent we have seen. However, there are no guarantees. I book things I think we will enjoy but as in fairy stories you do occasionally have to "kiss a few frogs before you find a prince!"
Not everything will be good or to your taste. However, it will only cost you c£15 and it's close to home. Personally I've spent a lot more on RSC tickets and come away underwhelmed.
These are the 2 Kenilworth theatres we normally visit:
The Talisman, Barrow Road, Kenilworth CV8 1EG
What's On - Great Shows At The Talisman Theatre, Kenilworth
Has a small car park. Some (paid) on road parking and nearby pay car parks.
The Priory, Rosemary Hill, Kenilworth CV8 1BN
No car parking but Abbey Fields Paying Car Park a short walk away.
NB For both it is useful to have the RingGo app on your phone
Also we have a local Balsall Common theatre group who stage a few productions each year at the Heart of England School. I will often share the information about their productions. Details of their next production will appear here.
CENTRE STAGE | BALSALL COMMON DRAMA GROUP
Some other theatre events you may like to book direct:
December at The Old Joint Stock in Brum
Sleigh Miserables - The Ultimate Musical Theatre and Christmas Cabaret Caroline and I are going on 19th December but it is on from 16th-19th
Miracle 2026 Miracle on 34th Street Musical Radio Play. Caroline and I are going on 21st December but it is on from 21st-30th.
January 16th at The Talisman
Hes Behind You - Talisman Theatre And Arts Centre Murder mystery 16th January only