Registered Charity
About us
Who we are
Lancaster Grand Theatre is one of the UK’s oldest working theatres, first opened in 1782. Today, our 460-seat Grade II listed venue stages over 250 events every year — bringing joy to thousands of people from across our community and beyond.
The charity that runs the theatre — Lancaster Footlights & Grand Theatre CIO — is powered by volunteers and driven by a commitment to making arts and culture accessible, welcoming and sustainable.
Our culture and values
Our Mission: To be a place of joy, and a cornerstone of cultural and artistic excellence, for our community and beyond.
Lancaster Footlights & Grand Theatre Values
Everyone wants to have a happy work, volunteer, and visitor experience. It’s a theatre after all, so why not think about the word ‘ACTORS’? Are you:
A Approachable
C Courteous
T Trusting
O Open-minded
R Respectful
S Supportive
