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Enjoy a wide variety of plays, comedy, film, music and event cinema in Chorley town centre.
Run entirely by volunteers from Chorley Amateur Dramatic and Operatic Society (CADOS) the venue stage their own productions plus the best in touring comedy, music, and films across their two performance spaces: the main stage, and the Studio.
Originally opened in 1910, this is one of the oldest purpose-built cinemas still open in the world, equipped with the latest technology, a well-stocked bar, and fully accessible throughout.
The award-winning CADOS currently stage 10 productions a year, including a very popular Pantomime, with two productions by Chorley Youth Theatre and plenty of ‘one-night only’ events.
| Open (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025) |
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Angela BarnesA brand new stand-up show from Angela Barnes, star of Mock The Week and Live at The Apollo. 
Ed Patrick: Catch your BreathNHS anaesthetist, comedian and author Ed Patrick injects Chorley with a gut-punch hilarious show about becoming a junior doctor, the NHS, and the pitfalls of modern medicine.
Clare Ferguson-Walker & Arthur Smith: Two poets and a packet of crispsExpect poems, puns, laughter and tales from these two brilliant wordsmiths.
Phil Walker: Happy BunnyHe's a husband, a dad, a man in the middle of life desperately trying to stay relevant in the ever-changing world around him.
Andrew Bird: Ticklish MindAfter his TV appearance on The Russell Howard Hour, Andrew supported Russell Howard on his massive national tour.
Rachel Fairburn: Side EyeRachel, star of Live at the Apollo and co-host of All Killa No Filla, is a renowned stand up.
The Story Forge: Make Your Own MythLee Hithersay and Robert Rhys Bond, forge three new myths from the unhinged minds of their audience and a boatload of cardboard props. 
Tom Lawrinson: Buried Alive (and loving it)Everything is awful but that's okay, argues Tom in his ridiculously entertaining show about family and growing up in a Spanish subterranean cave.
Jamali Maddix: AstonCritically acclaimed comedian Jamali Maddix is back on the road with a brand new tour show, Aston.
Steve Royle & Jamie Sutherland: Finding FunniesThe show will feature comedy, favourite features from the podcast, and a stand-up set from special guest Justin Moorhouse.
Disney's Aladdin, JrChorley Youth Theatre presents an exciting stage adaptation of the legendary tale of the lovable thief with the heart of gold. 
Hal Cruttenden: Can Dish It Out But Can't Take ItHal is back with a brand-new tour for 2025 with a show that promises to stick it to 'The Man', as long as 'The Man' doesn't stick it back to him.
Neil Delamere: Achilles NeilFresh from sell out shows at The SSE Belfast Arena and Vicar Street Dublin, the comedy hero is back on the road with a brand new epic standup show.
Kae Kurd: What's O'KurdStand up sensation and social media star Kae Kurd returns with his highly anticipated brand new tour, What's O'Kurd.
Matt Richardson: BrashMatt has moved to the countryside, settled down, and is trying his hardest to not make rude jokes. 
Knightmare LiveThe hilarious, award winning show returns for its 10th anniversary (now in its second year). Based on the cult TV classic, Knightmare.
The Magic of Terry PratchettJoin author and comedian Marc Burrows on a journey through the life and work of Sir Terry Pratchett, based on his Locus Award-winning biography.
Hayley Ellis: Silly MareJoin Hayley as she navigates middle age and as everyone agrees, the middle of anything is always the most delicious part.
The Swing CommandersThis hugely talented, high-energy Lancashire band has wowed listeners and dancers alike, through its unique presentation of some of the finest music from the 30s, 40s and 50s.
The Beatles CompleteBeatles Complete present a night of Beatlemania, packed with massive hits and a little festive sprinkle from the most influential band of all time.
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