Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
Guildford, Guildford
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Guildford's main producing theatre, on the bank of the River Wey about seven minutes' walk from the station, staging drama, musicals, comedy and dance. Its family pantomime is one of the biggest Christmas outings in the town.
Highlights
- Sleeping Beauty pantomime, 5 December 2026 to 10 January 2027
- Riverbank Kitchen with pre-show Christmas dinners on selected panto dates
- Smaller shows in the Mill Studio
Good to know
- Allow time to park before matinees, as town car parks get busy
- Pantomimes are not part of the theatre's multi-buy offer
Getting there
Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Millbrook, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 3UXParking: Millbrook car park (council, pay and display) is closest, with fewer spaces until 31 October 2026 because of National Trust weir works. Farnham Road and Bedford Road car parks are about 10 minutes' walk; Park and Ride runs from Artington and Merrow for matinees.
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What's on at Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
Image: Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, River Room (top floor)Little Notes: 5-14mos Autumn Term Pass
Little Notes is a term of 40-minute music classes for babies aged 5 to 14 months, led by classically trained musician Lou Bradbury. Sessions use instruments, puppets, percussion and sensory objects, and run on Tuesdays at midday at the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre in Guildford. The autumn term pass is sold out, so check the theatre's page for taster classes or future terms.
Image: Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Main HouseThe Anastasia File
The Anastasia File is a theatre production at the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Main House in Guildford from 20 to 24 October 2026. Inspired by the true story of Anne Manahan, it stars Jenny Seagrove. Times are listed on the event page, and booking is required.
Image: Yvonne Arnaud Theatre River RoomCreative Make-Up: Special Effects 12-16yrs
A one-day workshop at the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre River Room in Guildford on Thursday 22 October 2026, where young people aged 12 to 16 learn theatrical media make-up and special effects techniques. Places are limited and booking is required. Price and session times are not listed, so check the event page before attending.
Image: Yvonne Arnaud Theatre River RoomCreative Make-Up: Special Effects 7-11yrs
A one-day theatrical make-up workshop for children aged 7 to 11, held on Friday 23 October 2026 in the River Room at the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre in Guildford. Participants learn media make-up and special effects techniques. The workshop is sold out, so places cannot currently be booked.
Image: Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Mill StudioSister Queens
Sister Queens is a theatre production on Friday 23 October 2026 at the Mill Studio of the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre in Guildford. It follows the story of two women and asks whether the death of one was the only answer. Booking is required and tickets are reported to be selling fast.
Image: Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Mill StudioRosalie
Rosalie is a one-day theatre performance on Saturday 24 October 2026 at the Mill Studio of the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre in Guildford. It is inspired by the life of Rosalie Chichester, a scientist, photographer, explorer and collector. Booking is required, and the event suits adults and families interested in theatre and local history.
More things to do in Guildford
Nearby
Photo: Serenapaliria, CC BY-SA 4.0Guildford Castle and Grounds
The keep of the Norman castle stands on its mound in the middle of Guildford, surrounded by award-winning gardens that are free to wander. When the keep is open you can climb to the top of the tower for views across the town and the Surrey countryside.
Photo of Guildford: Colin Smith, CC BY-SA 2.0Guildford Museum
A free museum in a run of historic buildings beside the Castle Grounds, partly built into the walls of the castle gatehouse of 1256. It covers Guildford and the surrounding area from prehistoric times to today, with a fine textile collection and changing exhibitions.
Photo of Guildford: Colin Smith, CC BY-SA 2.0Guildford House Gallery
A 17th-century Grade I listed town house on Guildford High Street, opposite Sainsbury's, now a free gallery with changing exhibitions. It is also home to the town's Tourist Information Centre and a craft shop.