The Shape of My Light
The Shape of My Light is a mobile sculpture co-created by Year 4 and Year...
All of Us, Waving
22 July 2026Comments Off
Theatre Porto2026-08-04T16:12:46+01:00All of Us, Waving brings together artwork created by children from primary schools across Ellesmere...
Topsy Turvy 2026
15 July 2026Comments Off
Theatre Porto2026-07-16T11:47:11+01:00Topsy Turvy is back for 2026 – and this year, we’re beginning the countdown to...
Call Out: Bands & Musicians Wanted
23 June 2026Comments Off
Theatre Porto2026-06-25T12:42:35+01:00If you're a musician, especially from Ellesmere Port, this is your chance to share your...
Theatre of Sanctuary – One Year On
10 June 2026Comments Off
Theatre Porto2026-06-10T15:19:23+01:00At Theatre Porto, we are proud to be celebrating one year as a Theatre of...
Call-Out: SEND Immersive Space Specialist – Expression of Interest
4 June 2026Comments Off
Theatre Porto2026-06-04T16:35:53+01:00We're looking for an artist, designer, maker or creative practitioner to help create a new...
Artist Call-Out: Makers Green Commissions for Topsy Turvy 2026
4 June 2026Comments Off
Theatre Porto2026-06-04T15:45:37+01:00For 2026, and as part of the Edge of Wonder place partnership programme, we are offering three...
Join Our Team: Access Administrator & Coordinator
2 June 2026Comments Off
Theatre Porto2026-06-02T15:18:30+01:00We’re recruiting for a new Access Administrator & Coordinator role at Theatre Porto - a...
Join Our Team: Programme and Partnerships Producer (Edge of Wonder)
24 May 2026Comments Off
Theatre Porto2026-06-04T15:42:54+01:00This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative and ambitious programme exploring how child-centred...
Join Our Team: Audience Engagement Volunteer
21 April 2026Comments Off
Theatre Porto2026-04-21T10:18:41+01:00We’re on the lookout for brilliant Audience Engagement Volunteers to help us run our vibrant,...
Save the Date: Topsy Turvy 2026
5 March 2026Comments Off
Theatre Porto2026-06-24T14:19:42+01:00Date 7th, 8th & 9th August Showing Festival / Performance
Join Our Team: Chair of Trustees – Theatre Porto
21 April 2026Comments Off
Theatre Porto2026-06-02T12:56:43+01:00As we grow our work and deepen our impact locally, regionally and nationally, we’re looking...
Over £550,000 secured to support Ellesmere Port’s cultural future
14 April 2026Comments Off
Theatre Porto2026-04-14T12:04:52+01:00Theatre Porto and the Ellesmere Port Cultural Learning Exchange have secured more than £550,000 to...
stART up: Creative Practice & Business Skills
12 March 2026Comments Off
Theatre Porto2026-03-17T11:02:54+00:00We’re launching a new series of free support sessions for artists, freelancers and creative organisations or...
Raffle Prize Donations – Can You Help?
10 March 2026Comments Off
Theatre Porto2026-03-10T10:21:05+00:00As part of our upcoming Theatre Porto Fundraiser on Friday 20 March, we’re putting together a...
Mika and the Polar Bear: A Journey of Friendship, Courage and Climate Hope
8 January 2026Comments Off
Theatre Porto2026-01-08T14:27:59+00:00Created in response to the climate crisis, this visually rich dance theatre work blends contemporary...
Theatre Porto wins at the Cheshire West Design Awards 2025
2 December 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-12-03T14:40:21+00:00This November has been an extraordinary month for Theatre Porto. After being shortlisted in three...
Join the Board of Theatre Porto
20 November 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-11-20T13:56:47+00:00As we grow our work and deepen our impact locally, regionally and nationally, we’re looking...
Three major awards. One big November for Theatre Porto
18 November 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-11-20T07:00:35+00:00Theatre Porto is celebrating a remarkable hat-trick of recognition this autumn, with three prestigious award...
The Scene is Set: Cast & Creative Team Revealed for Twelve Yuletide Yarns
13 November 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-11-13T12:02:12+00:00Theatre Porto is thrilled to announce the brilliant cast and creative team behind Twelve Yuletide...
Theatre Porto – Home Cooked with Love
29 October 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-10-29T09:38:53+00:00At Theatre Porto, we believe in the power of theatre to spark joy, deepen understanding...
Funnelwick Limb brings festive fun this winter with ‘Twelve Yuletide Yarns’
29 October 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-10-30T06:48:29+00:00This big-hearted, chaotic, and utterly joyful show weaves together a mix of winter stories and...
We’ve been shortlisted for the 2025 Fantastic for Families Awards!
14 October 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-10-14T15:01:10+01:00Every year, the Awards celebrate the most inspiring creative opportunities, activities and initiatives for families...
Jack Frost visits St. Helens, Blackpool & Flintshire
14 October 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-10-14T14:49:33+01:00Book a ticket now and join Jack Frost for an immersive magical early years performance...
Call Out: Lead Actor for ‘Twelve Yuletide Yarns’
24 September 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-09-24T06:14:59+01:00We're looking for an experienced, dynamic and captivating male Lead Actor with a deep passion...
Join Our Team: We’re Hiring Casual Duty Managers!
18 September 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-09-22T10:59:10+01:00We’re on the lookout for brilliant Casual Duty Managers to help us run our vibrant,...
OPPORTUNITY: Head of Operations
2 September 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-09-02T10:09:14+01:00Our beautiful dedicated children’s and young people’s theatre in Ellesmere Port is looking for...
Celebrating theatre for children – why it can be good for us all
29 July 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-08-05T09:58:22+01:00Like many in the children’s theatre sector, we’ve been working for some time to achieve...
Topsy Turvy 25
9 July 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-07-09T15:44:44+01:00Topsy Turvy 25 Theatre Porto’s brilliant fun-filled, outdoor arts celebration returns to Whitby Park in...
We’ve Been Shortlisted!
19 May 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-05-20T05:51:56+01:00Theatre Porto has been shortlisted in the Projects category at the Royal Town Planning Institute...
Refugee Week – 16th–22nd June 2025
5 June 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-06-05T11:16:42+01:00Refugee Week is the world’s largest arts & culture festival celebrating the contributions, creativity and...
Bands & Musicians Wanted
21 May 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-05-27T08:16:18+01:00If you're a musician, especially from Ellesmere Port, this is your chance to share your...
The Blue Bag Project – Blended Families
20 May 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-05-21T10:07:34+01:00Theatre Porto are delighted to be supporting The Blue Bag Project, a new idea from...
Save the Date: Topsy Turvy 25
16 April 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-06-24T10:38:17+01:00Topsy Turvy is back – Join us this summer as Theatre Porto turns things delightfully...
You Know My Mum: Heartfelt and Hilarious New Show Comes to Ellesmere Port
15 April 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-04-15T16:29:00+01:00A poignant stage show devised and performed by disabled and neurodivergent actors will see an...
Celebrating Creative Collaboration: Theatre Porto × Dorin Park School
14 April 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-05-07T06:52:26+01:00Over the past three months, Theatre Porto has had the absolute pleasure of working with...
Theatre Porto selected by The Big Give to double donations
12 March 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-03-12T15:27:09+00:00Let’s make double the difference for children and families in Ellesmere Port. Visit BigGive.org between...
Make Half-Term Magical with Theatre Porto’s Exciting Events!
29 January 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-01-29T16:43:07+00:00Half-term is the perfect time for families and young creatives to explore, imagine, and experience...
This Winter in Ellesmere Port – A Magical Family Adventure
20 November 2024Comments Off
Theatre Porto2024-11-20T11:56:45+00:00Get ready for a winter experience like no other… Goofus Theatre, in association with Theatre...
Jack Frost visits Burnley and Chester
13 November 2024Comments Off
Theatre Porto2024-11-13T11:15:27+00:00Book a ticket now and join Jack Frost for an immersive magical early years performance...
Introducing The Ground Up Project
7 November 2024Comments Off
Theatre Porto2024-11-07T13:47:17+00:00We are excited to share the launch of The Ground Up Project, a new Community...
Café at Theatre Porto to relaunch
21 October 2024Comments Off
Theatre Porto2024-10-22T20:12:10+01:00We’re delighted to announce that Theatre Porto has partnered with Ground Up to relaunch the...
MerseyDee Collective Launches
17 October 2024Comments Off
Theatre Porto2024-11-21T09:29:48+00:00The MerseyDee Collective is a network for freelance creatives working in all aspects of performing...
Theatre Porto – Call for freelance Community Artists
26 September 2024Comments Off
Theatre Porto2024-09-26T13:01:55+01:00We are seeking passionate and creative Community Artists to join our pool of freelance practitioners for new...
OPPORTUNITY: Freelance – Development & Fundraising Specialist (Arts & Community)
13 May 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-05-20T14:08:57+01:00Theatre Porto is looking for a proactive and strategic freelancer to help us make progress with...
Book Your Festive Tickets Now!
17 September 2024Comments Off
Theatre Porto2024-10-02T11:15:49+01:00This winter, Goofus Theatre in association with Theatre Porto proudly presents The Tale of Nobody...
Star of Wonder at Unity Theatre This December
17 September 2024Comments Off
Theatre Porto2024-09-17T11:50:27+01:00Originally created and produced by Theatre Porto in co-production with the international Teatro Pomodoro, Star...
Second City Coffee ‘pop-up’
2 May 2024Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-01-16T11:55:35+00:00Our amazing current coffee supplier, Second City Coffee, will be hosting a special 'pop-up' in...
RAWD Joins Theatre Porto as Associate Company in Residence
23 April 2024Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-01-16T11:55:38+00:00We're thrilled to announce that RAWD (Random Acts of Wildness Disability) will be joining us...
Bands Wanted (2024)
28 February 2024Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-05-21T15:23:13+01:00If you're a musician, especially from Ellesmere Port, this is your chance to share your...
Beautiful Sustainability – the development and impacts of hyperlocal cultural education partnership
2 February 2024Comments Off
Theatre Porto2024-02-08T14:33:36+00:00Theatre Porto are looking for trustees to join our small and passionate team
If children ruled the world
30 January 2024Comments Off
Theatre Porto2024-02-02T14:31:05+00:00Theatre Porto are looking for trustees to join our small and passionate team
Funnelwick Limb announce Atom and Luna UK tour this Autumn
16 July 2024Comments Off
Theatre Porto2024-07-16T10:54:00+01:00A genuinely magical piece of modern fairytale that speaks of love, family, friendship, lost identity...
Theatre Porto – Trustee Opportunity
25 January 2024Comments Off
Theatre Porto2024-01-25T11:46:27+00:00Theatre Porto are looking for trustees to join our small and passionate team
Movement In Recovery
21 December 2023Comments Off
Theatre Porto2024-05-03T09:13:18+01:00Theatre Porto and HOME announce all female cast for acclaimed family production Little Red coming...
All-Female cast ready for Little Red
9 November 2023Comments Off
Theatre Porto2023-11-30T09:19:19+00:00Theatre Porto and HOME announce all female cast for acclaimed family production Little Red coming...
Introducing Kristen Rollinson: The New Manager of Café At Theatre Porto
24 October 2023Comments Off
Theatre Porto2023-10-24T10:48:30+01:00EOI callout - Theatre Porto is in search of an external consultant or agency to...
Expressions Of Interest open for IMPACT/EVALUATION/SROI Consultant
17 October 2023Comments Off
Theatre Porto2023-10-17T09:57:09+01:00EOI callout - Theatre Porto is in search of an external consultant or agency to...
Little Red’s winter homecoming
11 October 2023Comments Off
Theatre Porto2023-11-30T09:23:34+00:00Theatre Porto is thrilled to announce the return of our beloved classic, Little Red, to...
The Little Big Important Things
11 October 2023Comments Off
Theatre Porto2023-10-11T09:47:39+01:00The pandemic made us all reassess what was important to us. For a group of...
A spellbinding fairytale adventure comes to Theatre Porto – Baba Yaga
20 September 2023Comments Off
Theatre Porto2023-09-20T16:35:51+01:00Get ready for a magical journey into the heart of Slavic folklore as Theatre Hullabaloo...
Theatre Porto – 1st Birthday Picnic
9 August 2023Comments Off
Theatre Porto2023-08-09T14:17:21+01:00Let's kick off #TopsyTuvy2023 weekend with a bang! Bring your own picnic, or enjoy...
‘Topsy Turvy’ is back for 2024 – Save The Date!
17 April 2024Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-01-16T11:55:42+00:00Date 7th - 11th August 2024 Time Every Day Ages All
CALL OUT – Company Stage Manager – Little Red
8 August 2023Comments Off
Theatre Porto2023-08-08T15:10:38+01:00Theatre Porto are recreating their production of LITTLE RED following the 2022 remount by Eastern...
The Summer Family Hangout at Theatre Porto
4 July 2023Comments Off
Theatre Porto2023-07-04T15:31:56+01:00We know that the holidays can be an expensive time so we are kick-starting August...
Our Porto selected by Cheshire West and Chester Council Shared Prosperity funding
21 June 2023Comments Off
Theatre Porto2023-06-29T07:29:25+01:00Theatre Porto is thrilled to be one of the 26 projects selected by Cheshire West...
CASTING CALL OUT – Baba Yaga
13 June 2023Comments Off
Theatre Porto2023-06-28T13:26:02+01:00We are currently casting for BABA YAGA which will be shown at Theatre Porto, The...
CASTING CALL OUT – Little Red
8 June 2023Comments Off
Theatre Porto2023-06-08T10:14:08+01:00Theatre Porto are recreating their production of LITTLE RED following the 2022 remount by Eastern...
Introducing Our New ArtCart: A Game Changer for Theatre Porto!
13 June 2024Comments Off
Theatre Porto2024-06-13T11:48:55+01:00The Ellesmere Port Cultural Learning Exchange has unveiled an innovative work-based learning project designed to...
CALL OUT – Casual Staff
18 May 2023Comments Off
Theatre Porto2023-05-19T07:43:36+01:00Theatre Porto is looking for passionate individuals to join our team as Casual Staff...
Coming this Winter – The Tale of Nobody Nose
9 May 2024Comments Off
Theatre Porto2024-05-15T14:46:46+01:00Goofus Theatre, in association with Theatre Porto, are thrilled to announce the upcoming winter show,...
Invitation to Tender: Café at Theatre Porto
16 April 2024Comments Off
Theatre Porto2024-04-18T08:24:17+01:00Café Management - call out for informal expressions of interest
Refugee Week 2025: Everyone’s Welcome – Community Is Our Superpower
15 May 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-06-24T11:00:33+01:00Dates 14th, 16th & 17th June Ages All Cost FREE
OPPORTUNITY: Strategy and Fundraising Consultant
16 April 2024Comments Off
Theatre Porto2024-04-16T16:02:44+01:00On behalf of the Ellesmere Port Cultural Education Exchange, we're delighted to share the opportunity...
Refugee Week 2025: Home Cooked with Love
1 May 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-06-24T11:00:45+01:00Dates Friday 20th June Time 5pm - 7pm Ages All Cost FREE
Topsy Turvy 25 – Now Booking!
26 May 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-08-14T07:32:03+01:00Date Friday 8th – Sunday 10th August 2025 Ages ALL What Topsy Turvy 25
Café Management – call out for informal expressions of interest
19 March 2024Comments Off
Theatre Porto2024-03-19T09:52:43+00:00Café Management - call out for informal expressions of interest
Topsy Turvy 26 – Now Booking!
24 June 2026Comments Off
Theatre Porto2026-06-24T14:03:58+01:00Date Friday 8th – Sunday 10th August 2025 Ages ALL What Topsy Turvy 25
Circus Skills with Splats Entertainment & Teatro Pomodoro!
6 March 2025Comments Off
Theatre Porto2025-03-18T10:11:53+00:00Looking for a fun and exciting way to start your Saturday? Theatre Porto’s Saturday Family...
CALL OUT – Trustee Opportunities
1 February 2023Comments Off
Theatre Porto2023-02-28T13:14:19+00:00Theatre Porto is looking for passionate individuals to join our thriving team as Trustees...
Hello, We Are Theatre Porto
1 January 2023Comments Off
Theatre Porto2023-02-28T13:13:55+00:00On 10th August 2022, we opened the doors of our new theatre and transformed cultural...
Theatre Porto opening, August 2022
1 August 2022Comments Off
Theatre Porto2023-02-28T14:06:28+00:00Theatre Porto (formerly Action Transport Theatre) opens its transformed building: a state-of-the-art theatre and new...