The Minack Theatre is an open-air theatre on the Cornish coast at Porthcurno, near Land's End.
Official website: https://www.minack.com/
The Minack Theatre
Porthcurno, Penzance, Cornwall
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The Minack Theatre
14:31 on 17th May
Children from Alverton School got to meet with the cast of Calvino Nights and some very special puppets, after the Matinee last week.
If you haven't seen this wild, wonderful show, tickets are still available for performances tonight, tomorrow & Thursday.
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The Minack Theatre
11:16 on 17th May
A full house of school children for #CalvinoNights this morning!
The Minack Theatre
12:30 on 16th May
This week our touring Minack production of Superstition Mountain returns to Cornwall. If yo've not seen it yet, catch this brilliant Cornish black-comedy at Trebah on Friday.
'edgy and fizzing with energy' (The Cornishman)
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The Minack Theatre
10:00 on 16th May
Only 4 more days to catch the incredible Calvino Nights at the Minack before it transfers to the Lost Gardens of Heligan (27 - 29 May).
Don't miss this unforgettable show - last performance Thursday.
Book now minack.com/whats-on/calvi…
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photo © Steve Tanner
The Minack Theatre
10:13 on 14th May
The final week of Calvino Nights at the Minack starts tomorrow. Don't miss this wild and wonderful theatrical treat.
"theatre that sharpens the senses." (The Guardian)
minack.com/whats-on/calvi…
photo © Steve Tanner
The Minack Theatre
12:00 on 12th May
There's a secret at the Minack - so secret only you can reveal it! Join treasure seeker Craig Johnson (Squashbox) on the Secret History guided tour & discover Rowena Cade's hidden message for the future. Perfect interactive fun for all ages.
27 June-1 July
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The Minack Theatre
10:00 on 12th May
There's a great feature about Sea Dreams in Toast Magazine.
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Don't miss this special evening of music & poetry inspired by the Minack and the haunting power of the sea.
Book now! minack.com/whats-on/sea-d…
The Minack Theatre
10:00 on 11th May
Bring your visit to the Minack alive with an expert guided tour. Discover the inside story of the Minack or explore our cliffside gardens with our Head Gardeners. Help us celebrate a very special Birthday or discover our Secret History...more info soon...
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The Minack Theatre
10:00 on 10th May
Coming soon ... Rodgers & Hammerstein's classic tale of doomed love & redemption, Carousel. Packed with musical hits like 'June is Bustin' Out All over ' and 'You'll Never Walk Alone', this is a half term treat for everyone. 30 May - 3 June.
Book now. minack.com/whats-on/carou…
The Minack Theatre
12:40 on 9th May
Whether they're playing with fire or reaching for the moon, the cast of #CalvinoNights will entrance you with their 'Irresistible' (The Guardian) storytelling. There's still time to catch this unique show. At the Minack 'til 19 May.
minack.com/whats-on/calvi…
The Minack Theatre
10:10 on 7th May
Show of Hands - The Dog Show Sessions
at the Minack 27 May
West country legends Show of Hands & Irish American roots quartet Track Dogs - think sun-soaked Latin rhythms with a West Country heartbeat.
Tickets still available for the 3pm matinee
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The Minack Theatre
12:30 on 6th May
Yesterday was a glorious spring day here in Cornwall. Not so much sun around this weekend, but we've got beautiful music from #inTuneChoir on Saturday and more fabulous spectacle & fun with #CalvinoNights (Sunday).
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The Minack Theatre
09:48 on 6th May
The first week of Calvino Nights is put to bed - more performances from this Sunday - don't miss this 'irresistible' (The Guardian) show. Meanwhile, you can relax tomorrow night with inTune ladies Choir. Here's a sample:
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The Minack Theatre
11:35 on 5th May
Don't miss Sea Dreams on 20 May
A special evening of original music and poetry inspired by the sea, performed by Kathryn Joseph, Anna Phoebe & Rachael Allen.
Here's a sneak peak - perfect for an early summer evening.
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The Minack Theatre
09:11 on 5th May
Calvino Nights ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
'Irresistible...'
'...theatre that sharpens the senses.'
'...this is nothing if not beautiful.'
Read The Guardian review here
theguardian.com/stage/2022/may…
Don't miss this unique theatrical treat at the Minack 'til 19 May.
minack.com/whats-on/calvi…
#calvinonights
The Minack Theatre
18:39 on 4th May
We’re absolutely delighted with this ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review from @guardianstage for Calvino Nights! Tickets are still available minack.com/whats-on/calvi… twitter.com/guardianstage/…
The Minack Theatre
10:43 on 4th May
We were proud to support #ITVLorraine's #NoButtsCampaign and Fly the Flag to help spread the word about bowel cancer this morning at the Minack.
The Minack Theatre
10:09 on 3rd May
There are two chances to see the amazing Calvino Nights today - matinee at 4pm & evening at 8pm.
'a show that widens our eyes to flaming flamboyance and fills our ears with an enticing rhythm'
Book now: ow.ly/g3Ih50IXHfu
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The Minack Theatre
14:42 on 2nd May
Calvino Nights opened last night to enthusiastic acclaim!
"a wild and wonderful cacophony of colourful sound and vision that makes the heart sing"
Don't miss this feast of fire, storytelling, fun and fiasco! On at the Minack until 19 May.
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The Minack Theatre
11:39 on 1st May
Opening tonight at the Minack - Calvino Nights - a marvellous mélange of Song, Story, Fire (lots of fire!) and Fiasco! Perfect for everyone age 8 and over. Running 1 - 19 May. Don't miss it.
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The Minack Theatre
09:49 on 30th April
Lynn Batten shot this beautiful, peaceful video in the sunshine yesterday. You can just glimpse the exciting set for Calvino Nights, all ready for opening night tomorrow!
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The Minack Theatre
11:30 on 29th April
Only 2 days to the launch of Calvino Nights at the Minack. We can't wait to be drawn into the wonderful imagination of these fantastic tales. Perfect for everyone who loved Kneehigh and anyone who's ever enjoyed stories!
Don't miss it: 1 - 19 May
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The Minack Theatre
11:17 on 29th April
The Minack & Tête á Tête Opera are looking for a small team of dancers age 16+ to support our summer production of The Firework-Maker's Daughter at the Minack and Prideaux Place.
More info plus audition details on our website
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The Minack Theatre
10:10 on 27th April
We're loving the amazing designs created for Calvino Nights. We can't wait to find out what this amazing mask that Alice King is making will become.
Book now and join us for a night of wild possibilities.
Opens 1 May. (photo: Steve Tanner)
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The Minack Theatre
09:51 on 26th April
LAST CHANCE: today at the Minack - SWIM, don't miss Liz Richardson's mesmerising performance of this uniquely powerful story of community, loss and wild swimming. Performances at 4pm and 7.30pm.
minack.com/whats-on/swim
The Minack Theatre
10:30 on 25th April
Calvino Nights will be full of magic & marvels, but we've no idea what these delightful sponge cutouts are going to become! To find out, don't miss this show of wild possibilities & extraordinary adventure.
Opens 1 May. (photo: Steve Tanner)
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The Minack Theatre
11:59 on 24th April
Opening tomorrow at the Minack, SWIM, Liz Richardson's acclaimed SWIM, a tender tale of community, loss and wild swimming in words and music.
Watch the trailer here: ow.ly/7lXX50IQIoU
Mon 7.30pm Tues 4 & 7.30pm
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#SWIM
The Minack Theatre
10:13 on 23rd April
The heat is on in rehearsals for Calvino Nights! Don't miss this unforgettable ride through fire, feast, fiasco & fabulous stories, created by Mike Shepherd, founder of Kneehigh, & his team of taletellers. (Photo: Steve Tanner)
Opens 1 May.
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#calvinonights
The Minack Theatre
11:19 on 21st April
Next Monday & Tuesday at the Minack. SWIM, a powerful, uplifting story of community, grief & wild swimming.
'A moving exploration of loss and regeneration’ (The Stage)
‘Astonishing’ (Northern Arts Review)
See the trailer ow.ly/NNiM50IOtzW
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