Hampstead Theatre

Hampstead Theatre, a leading theatre for new writing, is dedicated to creating engaging and enriching plays that give voice to the issues of the day. They are dedicated to debating the ethical, moral and political issues that are so important to us, and they set themselves the highest standards in presenting rich and relevant work. At the same time, they maintain a commitment to investing in the talent of the future; their long history bears witness to their dedication to discovering the next generation of writers, actors, and directors.

For example, Mike Leigh has had a long and happy relationship with Hampstead Theatre. His revival of Ecstasy, which was first performed at Hampstead Theatre in 1979, generated an unprecedented demand for tickets. So much so, that Ecstasy transferred to the West End this year.

Despite the artistic successes, Hampstead Theatre still faces financial challenges, especially in this tough funding climate. Although they have been granted the majority of their funding, they have still faced a cut of 11%.

The courage to put on stage bold, ambitious and thought-provoking productions costs money. In order to make their work possible – from commissioning new or established writers to staging major new productions in the main house and from their experimental work Downstairs to running the Heat&Light Young Company – they need your help.

Would you consider becoming part of the Hampstead Theatre family by becoming a friend or joining their Patrons scheme? As a Patron you would receive a host of generous benefits including priority booking, invitations to exclusive Patron evenings, special events, talks and tours – and the opportunity to go behind the scenes and get right to the heart of the Theatre.

They are striving to create a local theatre with world-class productions to make us proud. With the right support they can genuinely respond to the needs of any play, big or small, finished or in early development, and this makes us unique.

I encourage you to support them at Hampstead Theatre. Your generosity will make the work they do there possible. Become a friend of Hampstead Theatre today.