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The Minack Theatre

Porthcurno, Penzance, Cornwall

The Minack Theatre is an open-air theatre on the Cornish coast at Porthcurno, near Land's End.

Official website: https://www.minack.com/

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The Minack Theatre 12:00 on 12th July Twitter

Coming soon at the Minack
Ethereal folk duo 'The Breath'
Friday 11 August 7.30pm
'raw, soulful, often mesmeric, richly textured and lushly constructed' Mojo
Check them out on YouTube
youtube.com/watch?v=IrGhxv…
Book now. minack.com/whats-on/breath


The Minack Theatre 10:00 on 12th July Twitter

This Saturday at the Minack
The students of the Minack Musical Theatre Academy take us on an epic journey from Mary Poppins to Mamma Mia! and beyond in a glorious celebration of Musical Theatre, directed by West End actor/singer #DaisyBoyles
Book now
minack.com/whats-on/stars…


The Minack Theatre 12:01 on 11th July Twitter

Opening Tomorrow
Students of the Minack Acting Academy present their take on one of the world's great dramas.
A political battle of wills between young & old, heart & head, love & power, full of questions that echo down the ages.
Book now
minack.com/whats-on/antig…


The Minack Theatre 10:01 on 11th July Twitter

Work on the Minack Cafe refurb. is coming along. The huge, new windows make the panoramic view even more breathtaking than before. There's still lots of work to do inside the building, but our Terrace Coffee Shop & Kiosk are open for takeaway refreshments throughout the summer.


The Minack Theatre 12:11 on 10th July Twitter

Coming soon to the Minack
Tricksters, deities, complicated marriages & cosmic crises collide in the hands of the exuberant @pandvani108!
World-class storytellers Ben Haggarty, Emily Hennessey & Steph Brittain create enchanting tales for grown-ups
Book now.
minack.com/whats-on/winne…


The Minack Theatre 10:45 on 10th July Twitter

Coming soon to the Minack
Tennessee Williams’ masterpiece, set in the jazz-soaked streets of New Orleans.
'What a production; hotter than a tamale, cooler than a smoky basement jazz club.'
Book now for this powerful portrayal of love, lust & loneliness.
minack.com/whats-on/stree…


The Minack Theatre 10:31 on 6th July Twitter

f you've got little ones age 4 - 7 this new CBeebies show follows two Cornish artists hunting 'treasure' round the county.
Episode 2 'The Magic Stick' (Tues 11 July) features our very own Lynn Batten when the duo's quest leads them to the Minack.
Enjoy!
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The Minack Theatre 12:37 on 5th July Twitter

Next week at the Minack
Celebrate our next generation of performers with 3 fabulous shows
Lullaby of the Tides (multi-school musical project)
Antigone (The Minack Acting Academy)
Songs on the Cliffside (The Minack Musical Theatre Academy)
Book now
minack.com/whats-on/by-ge…


The Minack Theatre 10:00 on 5th July Twitter

Last chance to catch this week's thought-provoking production.
A play that resonates disturbingly today.
'Some rise by sin, and some by justice, fall'
Final performances today and tomorrow (Thursday).
Don't miss it.
minack.com/whats-on/measu…


The Minack Theatre 12:01 on 4th July Twitter

This summer at the Minack
An epic tale of love across the divides of war. Louis de Bernière's sweeping best-seller is perfect for the dramatic setting of the Minack, but book soon because tickets are selling fast.
minack.com/whats-on/louis…


The Minack Theatre 10:00 on 4th July Twitter

This month at the Minack
Mistaken identities, entangled love triangles and cunning trickery - Shakespeare's most loveable comedy is perfect fun for a summer night.
Ideal for everyone aged 8+
Book now!
ow.ly/CVZ350P37v5
@IllyriaTheatre


The Minack Theatre 10:00 on 3rd July Twitter

Opening tonight at the Minack
Measure for Measure
3 - 6 July
Don't miss this exciting interpretation of Shakespeare's topical drama of power & corruption set among the courts & brothels of Vienna. It could have been written for today.
Book now!
minack.com/whats-on/measu…


The Minack Theatre 15:24 on 1st July Twitter

Final rehearsals are underway for today’s Play in a Day, over 60 children are acting, singing, dancing and making a new production of Odysseus supported by a brilliant professional creative team!


The Minack Theatre 12:01 on 30th June Twitter

Save the Date!
Leskyn Kernow - 28 July
Cornwall’s Big Band return to the Minack after their sell-out performance last year. Join us for a night of classic swing favourites, plus a few surprises. Featuring Sylvia McEwen & Jimmy Cannon.
Book now
minack.com/whats-on/lesky…


The Minack Theatre 10:01 on 30th June Twitter

Next Month at the Minack
Life & the afterlife get complicated when Charles & Ruth find themselves with an unwelcome houseguest - the ghost of Charles's first wife! Supernatural humour from the eternal style icon, Noël Coward.
Book Now
minack.com/whats-on/blith…
@IlkleyPlayhouse


The Minack Theatre 11:58 on 29th June Twitter

Coming Soon at the Minack
Join us for an epic journey through musical theatre history as the Minack Musical Theatre Academy performs classic songs from Cole Porter, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Boublil & Schonberg & many more!
Book now
minack.com/whats-on/stars…


The Minack Theatre 10:00 on 29th June Twitter

Coming Soon at the Minack
Join us for an epic journey through musical theatre history as the Minack Musical Theatre Academy performs classic songs from Cole Porter, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Boublil & Schonberg & many more!
Book now
minack.com/whats-on/stars…


The Minack Theatre 12:01 on 28th June Twitter

Coming Soon at the Minack
A single act of defiance shakes the state to its foundations & everyone has a choice to make. Even those who don’t take sides can’t avoid the fallout.
This production is performed by Minack Theatre Acting Academy.
Book now
minack.com/whats-on/antig…


The Minack Theatre 10:00 on 28th June Twitter

This Friday at the Minack
Celebrate the weekend with some sparkling brass.
West of England Champions #CamborneTownBand presents an evening of fabulous music.
30 June
Book now
minack.com/whats-on/brass…


The Minack Theatre 15:12 on 27th June Twitter

The Minack is looking to recruit new trustees! If you are interested, or know someone who is then check out the information pack at minack.com/taking-part/ne…. Deadline 21 July 2023.


The Minack Theatre 12:00 on 27th June Twitter

Next week at the Minack
Measure for Measure
@_movingstories returns to the Minack with this timeless tragicomedy in partnership with Women's Aid, giving a voice to Shakespeare's silenced women & the struggle for freedom, empowerment & morality.
3-6 July
minack.com/whats-on/measu…


The Minack Theatre 10:15 on 27th June Twitter

Some more pix from this week's exciting performance of #Glassworks.
A feast of thrilling contemporary dance & music from @kevoscornwall and Cheap Date, plus students from Falmouth University's Propeller dance.
On Tues & Wed
Don't miss it.
minack.com/whats-on/glass…


The Minack Theatre 10:22 on 26th June Twitter

Opening tonight at the Minack
Glassworks - exciting contemporary dance set to music by Philip Glass & Bryce Dessner performed by Kevos & dance company Cheap Date + Falmouth University's Propeller group.
Tickets selling fast.
26-28 June
minack.com/whats-on/glass…


The Minack Theatre 12:01 on 23rd June Twitter

This Summer at the Minack
Tickets are selling fast for our summer season. There's so much to enjoy. To make sure you don't miss anything, download our digital season brochure
ow.ly/XLyb50OVtT4
or visit our website
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The Minack Theatre 10:00 on 23rd June Twitter

Next week at the Minack
Glassworks
Don't miss this rare opportunity to see two masterpieces of contemporary music performed on the Minack stage by @kevoscornwall with imaginative dance interpretation from, Cheap Date.
Book now
minack.com/whats-on/glass…


The Minack Theatre 10:22 on 22nd June Twitter

Last Chance to see
Calvino Nights
'Nothing is impossible for Calvino Nights.' The Cornishman
Last tickets available today: 4pm
'This compassionate show wears its heart on its sleeve' The Guardian
A final celebration of fire, feast & fantastical fable
minack.com/whats-on/calvi…


The Minack Theatre 09:55 on 22nd June Twitter

Last Chance to see
Calvino Nights
'Nothing is impossible for Calvino Nights.' The Cornishman
Last performances today: 4 & 8pm
'This compassionate show wears its heart on its sleeve' The Guardian
Join us for one last night of fire, feast & fantastical fable
minack.com/whats-on/calvi…


The Minack Theatre 12:10 on 21st June Twitter

Coming soon at the Minack
Join @IllyriaTheatre for an evening of yearning romance, music and sheer joy with one of Shakespeare's best-loved comedies.
Ideal for everyone aged 8+
Book now!
minack.com/whats-on/twelf…


The Minack Theatre 10:00 on 21st June Twitter

Next week at the Minack
Celebrate summer with some sparkling brass.
West of England Champions #CamborneTownBand presents an evening of fabulous music.
30 June
Book now
minack.com/whats-on/brass…


The Minack Theatre 12:01 on 20th June Twitter

Teachers and children from @StLevanSchool joined staff from the Minack, @PKPorthcurno and @CornwallAONB yesterday for a beach clean on Porthcurno beach. Thanks to all our willing helpers and to @sascampaigns, who provided the equipment.
#PlasticFreePorthcurno


Shows

  • Sun 15 Sep
  • Mon 16 Sep
  • Tue 17 Sep
  • Wed 18 Sep
  • Thu 19 Sep
  • Fri 20 Sep
  • Sat 21 Sep

Past shows

See all the shows that have been performed here at the venue history page.