In Conversations are your opportunity to put questions to a wide range of theatre professionals including actors, directors, writers, musicians, costume designers, producers, Board Chairs, Principals, photographers, theatre workers, Council Leaders,  to name but a few! This picture was taken during an In Conversation with Jude Owusu who played Lopakhin in The Cherry Orchard.  

In Conversations are usually hosted by a Member of the Bristol Old Vic Theatre Club and last around an hour. Following questions from the audience guests usually stay on after the event for further discussion.  

Most In Conversations are recorded. In Conversation Podcasts by year  All In Conversation Podcasts. Upcoming Guests. 

Our Lunch Circle events are always popular. A wonderful opportunity to share a nice meal, with good company and of course a chat about theatrical experiences. Previous lunch venues have included Bristol Old Vic, Aqua, San Carlo, SS Great Britain, Cowshed, Prezzo, Pitcher & Piano, Glass Boat, Cote Brasserie. 

We always seek to find accessible venues which are reasonably priced and have a good selection of gluten free, vegetarian and vegan dishes.

The Theatre Club not only supports Bristol theatres, but we also visit theatres further afield.  Most recently Members enjoyed a trip to The Dresser at Cheltenham Everyman. Previous events have included trips to Hay on Wye to watch Story Book by poet, Owen Sheers and trips to  London’s West End. 

Closer to home we have enjoyed tours including a backstage tour of Bristol Hippodrome, the Costume Warehouse at the Bottle Yard Studios (pictured), BBC Studios on Whiteladies Road and Bristol Old Vic Theatre School facilities. 

A group also attended a fascinating walking tour courtesy of Show of Strength Theatre Company, where members found out about the history of Blood and Butchery in Bedminster. We regularly support events held at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, including the annual Generate Exhibition, which showcases the work of graduating students, as well as Director and Design events. We have also been treated to observing Open Rehearsals at BOVTS. Upcoming Trips and Tours