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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Claybody Theatre in association with Stephen Joseph Theatre presents: Vacuum Back on stage for the first time in 21 years, Vacuum is a touching, darkly comic & surreal thriller about what it means to live a good life. 📍 Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough 📆 27 - 29 May '27 sjt.uk.com/events/vacuum

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Meet the team bringing Sir Gawain and the Green Knight to life this Christmas! ⚔️🌲 Today we’ve announced our full cast of actor-musicians, alongside our fabulous creative and production team. www.claybodytheatre.com/what-s-on/au... 📍 The Dipping House, Stoke-on-Trent 📆 4–20 December 2026

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Exciting news! 🎉 The Dipping House has been announced as a finalist in the Great Found Space category at the Great British Theatres Awards! The Great Found Space award celebrates live performance venues created in found or repurposed spaces, rather than traditional or purpose-built theatres.

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Watch out for the Claybody team on BBC Midlands Today! We're inviting anyone with memories of Burslem Market Hall to help preserve its story for future generations. Watch the feature here from 05:32 ⬇️ www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis...

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

The Dipping House Autumn/Winter Programme is now LIVE! 🎟️ In Autumn 2026, The Dipping House will open its doors to visiting artists and companies, alongside our own winter production. Take a look ⬇️ heyzine.com/flip-book/fdba8caee2.html And then book ⬇️ www.claybodytheatre.com/what-s-on/au...

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Exciting news for The Dipping House! 📣 We have been awarded £150,000 from Arts Council England’s Creative Foundations Fund! The funding will support essential improvements to The Dipping House, our atmospheric found space venue on the former Spode Factory Site.

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

A fantastic review for The Grand Babylon Hotel at Harrogate Theatre from The Stray Ferret! "Hugely fun, utterly entertaining and imagined so very creatively, The Grand Babylon Hotel has it all. Catch it if you can." Give it a read ⬇️ thestrayferret.co.uk/in-your-area...

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REVIEW: Harrogate Theatre's latest play is 'hugely fun and utterly entertaining'

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ for The Grand Babylon Hotel! We can't wait to bring our crime comedy caper to the seaside, as we head off to Stephen Joseph Theatre this week and turn the show back to in-the-round. 👉 sjt.uk.com/events/grand... 📸 by Andrew Billington

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Your first look at The Grand Babylon Hotel at The Dipping House! 🏨 If you missed out on tickets in Stoke, never fear! We're taking this "rollicking comedy thriller" on tour. www.claybodytheatre.com/tickets/tour... 📸 Andrew Billington

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

Rehearsal chaos incoming 👀 Five actors. Multiple roles. Maximum mayhem. We're having the best time in rehearsals for The Grand Babylon Hotel! The Dipping House now has a waiting list for every show, but you can still see us on tour: www.claybodytheatre.com/tickets/tour... 📽️ by Andrew Billington

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

The Grand Babylon Hotel rehearsals are in full swing! 🥂 We're having so much fun recreating this show for The Dipping House ahead of its tour. Expect a rollicking comedy thriller packed with eccentric characters, quick-fire storytelling and joyous silliness. 📸 Andrew Billington

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

CAST ANNOUNCEMENT! 📣 Who’s checking into The Grand Babylon Hotel for the Spring tour? 🧐 Arnold Bennett’s rollicking comedy thriller returns with some familiar faces from the original cast - and this time, Bill Champion steps into the role of Theodore Racksole. www.claybodytheatre.com/tickets/the-...

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

Some more wonderful words - this time from The Sentinel 🎄 This has put a real spring in our step as we head into the final performances of A Christmas Carol! 📸 by Andrew Billington

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

We are "as merry as a school boy" to read the first reviews for A Christmas Carol! ⬇️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "A Christmas Carol with a real 'Stokie' twist is not just a joy - but an unforgettable festive treat." - Baba Baboon "A spellbinding piece of theatre... a simply beautiful production" - Moorlands Radio

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

Our faces when somebody signs up to be a Friend 😄 Join the Claybody Friends today and enjoy perks: invitations to events, priority booking and a Claybody gift. It supports our work & helps us make high-quality drama in Stoke-on-Trent. www.claybodytheatre.com/community/cl... 📸 Andrew Billington

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

Your first look at A Christmas Carol at The Dipping House! 🕯️ We are so excited to share this brand new adaptation of the greatest ghost story ever told. 📸 by Andrew Billington * All shows now have a waiting list - thank you to all those who have booked!

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 08/11/2025

Introducing the cast of A CHRISTMAS CAROL at The Dipping House! 🕯️ Scrooge - Andrew Price Jacob Marley/Mr Fezziwig - Howard Chadwick Mrs Fezziwig - Purvi Parmar Belle / Martha Cratchit - Ava Ralph Mrs Cratchit - Molly Roberts Bob Cratchit - Perry Moore Fred / Young Scrooge - Jack Quarton

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Claybody Theatre 🤝 @lucideon.com We are thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership with local company LUCIDEON, who are proudly sponsoring our festive production of A Christmas Carol. Lucideon is a materials science consultancy headquartered in North Staffordshire.

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

The Grand Babylon Hotel is back for a Spring 2026 tour! 🏨 Expect “a fun-filled whirlwind of mayhem and chaos” (Baba Baboon) from this rollicking comedy thriller! www.claybodytheatre.com/tickets/the-...

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

🚧 Improvements underway at The Dipping House! New toilets (inc. accessible) New box office Heating (some this year, more in 2026!) Facilities for bar + costume washing All ready in time for A CHRISTMAS CAROL 🎄 Huge thanks to Stoke-on-Trent City Council for supporting this next chapter!

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

Join us for a performance created in response to the works of Arthur Berry, including original monologues inspired by Arthur's portraits, and a new musical piece by Ashley Thompson, performed by Cor Bach with Acceler8 Band. 📆 Sun 27 July, 8.30pm 🎟️ www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/sto...

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

Our Arthur Berry inspired creative workshops are now FULLY BOOKED! 🚨 You can still join us for A Portrait of Arthur – a free talk on Saturday 19 July at 1:30pm celebrating Arthur Berry’s life and work. No booking required for the talk, just drop in to The Dipping House!

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 08/06/2025

🚨 Our Poetry workshop with Nick Degg is now FULLY BOOKED! There’s still a chance to delve into Arthur Berry’s world on Sat 19 July with a free Music workshop led by Ashley Thompson at 4:30pm. Spaces are limited, so don’t hang about: 👉 www.claybodytheatre.com/productions/community-events/

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

Two of our upcoming workshops are now FULLY BOOKED - thank you for the amazing response! But there’s still time to explore more of Arthur Berry’s world on Saturday 19 July, with two fantastic sessions: ✍️ Poetry 🎵 Music Spaces are free: 👉 www.claybodytheatre.com/productions/community-events/

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

Our free creative Arthur Berry workshops are booking up fast! 💨 VISUAL ART - led by @ianrpearsall.bsky.social is now FULLY BOOKED. Places are still available for all other workshops (script writing, poetry and music). Book your place ⬇️ www.claybodytheatre.com/productions/community-events/

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

MEETING ARTHUR Join us at The Dipping House for arts workshops and talk, as part of the #ARTHURBERRY100 project. Details on the flyer below. More info and registration: www.claybodytheatre.com/productions/...

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

Do you have memories of the Theatre Royal Hanley? 🎭 Were you a Hanley Babe? Did you help backstage? We’d love to hear your memories and have a look at your keepsakes and memorabilia! If you’d like to help with research for our new project, please come along and bring your box of memories to share.

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pleachy.bsky.social @pleachy.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

This will be another Claybody Theatre play in the New Vic Theatre. I can’t wait!

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Paul Williams @paulwilliams207.bsky.social · 26/04/2025

How fitting that the hotel which was the inspiration for Bennett’s The Grand Babylon Hotel is to be adapted by @claybodytheatre.bsky.social @deborahmc.bsky.social in Stoke-on-Trent’s centenary year.

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

Tickets are now available for THE GRAND BABYLON HOTEL! 🥳 A New Vic Theatre production in association with Claybody Theatre. 📆 Saturday 13 September – Saturday 4 October 2025 📍 New Vic Theatre A rollicking comedy thriller, with a virtuoso cast of five! 👉 www.newvictheatre.org.uk/productions/...

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

AT LAST we can share this fantastic news with you! 🥳 Our next show is THE GRAND BABYLON HOTEL by Arnold Bennett - in association with the New Vic Theatre! Adapted by Deborah McAndrew and directed by Conrad Nelson. If you enjoyed THE CARD, you'll love this! www.newvictheatre.org.uk/productions/...

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

For #ThrowbackThursday we're looking back at the making of our choral piece, Greenwood Dreams – The Silver Arrow 🏹 This was an unforgettable experience - one of the few original choral works created and recorded in isolation worldwide!

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 23/03/2025

5 years ago today, the first UK lockdown began. During an incredibly uncertain time for theatre, we were determined to keep creating – and crucially, to keep people working! Through THE CALL, our audio drama, we employed 25 freelancers. Read all about it ⬇️ www.claybodytheatre.com/productions/...

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Listen back to @deborahmc.bsky.social on BBC Radio Stoke 📻 Deborah talks to Paula White about returning to be a judge for the BBC Make A Difference Awards! Tune in from 1:55:27 👉 www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

Did you watch HOOTENANNA, our online show for NYE? 🧐 We would love to know what you thought about it via an online survey. It's not very long, and it would be a huge help to us. In fact, your responses could decide whether we do another HOOTENANNA in the future. ⬇️ docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Deborah McAndrew @deborahmc.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

A love story for Valentine's Day... Me and Stoke-on-Trent. If you think you know this city, think again. ❤️

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Ever wondered how and why Claybody Theatre began? 🧐 Listen to the whole story with Deborah McAndrew on 'Stoke-on-Trent 100 - Voices of the Centenary'. Free to watch on YouTube now! ⬇️ youtu.be/zfgNOj-oFUU?...

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Episode 1: Deb McAndrew

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

This is your face when you win the Potto Lotto after only spending £1 🤭 Potto Lotto is a weekly lottery that raises money for good causes in Stoke-on-Trent. And you can support our cause... if you'd like! Find out more ⬇️ www.pottolotto.co.uk/support/clay... 📸 Andrew Billington #StokeOnTrent

Polly Lister behind a bar with her hands in the air, looking very excited and happy.

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

The last day of January and last chance to watch our online New Year show - HOOTENANNA! Featuring fabulous music, great guests and reports from across the city of Stoke-on-Trent. Guaranteed to beat the last of the January blues! @artscouncilengland.bsky.social #UKSPF www.youtube.com/watch?v=ad0u...

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HOOTENANNA!

YouTube video by Claybody Theatre

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

Today we popped into the amazing Indi Club to catch up with Superstar Nanna and HOOTENANNA! presenter, Marie Bird and all the guys. If you haven't seen our New Year show yet, hop over to our YouTube channel before it finishes on Saturday: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ad0u...

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

You don't have all that long left to watch HOOTENANNA! 🎊 Featuring music from a fabulous House Band, reports from communities around the city of Stoke-on-Trent, and a studio full of guests and stories. Watch for free before the end of January ⬇️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=ad0u...

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HOOTENANNA!

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

Loud cheering for our unique city! Stoke-on-Trent is in at Number 3 Time Out Best Places To Visit in 2025! www.timeout.com/uk/things-to...

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The 15 best places to visit in the UK in 2025 – ranked

From culture-packed cities to remote Scottish islands

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Claybody Theatre @claybodytheatre.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

We’re new to Bluesky, so here’s a little potted history of Claybody Theatre to get you up to speed. A thread! 🧵

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