A bawdy, fun, big-hearted love letter to the theatre.

England. The swinging 1660's. King Charles II has revoked the puritan laws of the Commonwealth. Theatres have re-opened and by royal decree women are allowed to perform for the very first time.

In the Theatre Royal on Drury Lane, there is an orange seller whose wit and charisma will soon make her one of the country’s most celebrated actors. She will enchant the crowds, with the heart of the king and dance her way into history. Her name is Nell.

Nell Gwynn is a bawdy, fun, big-hearted love letter to the theatre. Come and experience the exhilarating take on some of the greatest personalities (and biggest wigs) of the Restoration.

Bar opens at 7.00pm for pre-show drinks

Do not miss out on a wonderful collaboration between Comedy Cottage and the wonderful Archway Theatre.
Set in Victorian railway arches, The Archway Theatre has a beautiful, tiered auditorium and lovely cosy bar, where you can pre-book your interval drinks, have them waiting for you, and relax in gorgeous boutique surroundings. Situated just by Horley Station, an easy rail journey or short drive from Reigate, Redhill and Crawley.

The award-winning Comedy Cottage, in collaboration with the Archway Theatre, returns with another wonderful smorgasbord of a line-up with Award winning, TV, Circuit, International legends alongside rising stars. A lot of big names have cut their teeth at this lovely community comedy club now a pop-up!

Don't miss our amazing show - book as soon as possible please as we sold out within a few days last time.

With comedians: MARLON DAVIS (@themarlondavis), ALEX BERTULIS-FERNANDES (@Alexbfcomedy), ADAM JAMAL (@adamjamal), KIRK FONTAINE (@kirkfontainecomedy), ANTONY AYTON (@anythonyayton), Mc SAJEELA KERSHI (@SajeelaKershi) and House Tunes by JAMIE AMOS (@jamie.amos)

The Archway Theatre sets the stage for Dingbats Improv, delivering another great evening of unscripted theatrical delights. Witness games, scenes, and stories crafted in the moment.

This month's improv night will start with a showcase of our recent 'Musical Improv Games' course (so expect some hilarious improvised songs!) and a fun mix of spooky improv jam games.

In an improv jam anyone who attends our workshops can jump on stage with other improvisers and have fun making up scenes and stories together. Even if you prefer just to be an audience member, you're guaranteed a delightful night of entertainment.

"Pure genius and pure stupidity! Loved every moment of it!" *****"

"The Dingbats Improv Jams are the highlight of my month." *****

"Hilarious" - Dame Judy

The bar in the function room will be open.

Suitable for ages 16+

Tickets: £10. Online ticket sales only. Ticket sales close 1 hour before the start.

8pm (doors 7.40pm)

The traditional Christmas family gathering – what could possibly go wrong?

Everyone creates their own coping strategies or rules for living. But what happens when an extended family gathers in the kitchen for a traditional Christmas and they each follow those rules, rigidly?

As long-held mechanisms for survival are laid bare, even Mum, who’s been preparing this lunch since last January, becomes embroiled. Time-honoured rivalries and resentments will out. Accusations fly, relationships deconstruct, the rules take over.

In Sam Holcroft’s theatrically playful, dark comedy, the instructions are there for all to see, audience included – so there’s really no place to hide.

Trigger warnings: Sexual references, strong language, references to mental and physical illness

Pratchett’s back! After the sell-out success of previous Pratchett adaptations, we are delighted to be mounting another of the brilliant Discworld adaptations in the Studio.

Staging will be traverse again, as per ‘Lord and Ladies’ (if you saw that), fast paced and very character based. Below is the ideal size cast, with doubling and playing ages.

The Archway Theatre sets the stage for Dingbats Improv, delivering another great evening of unscripted theatrical delights. Witness games, scenes, and stories crafted in the moment.

This month's improv night will start with a showcase of our recent Long-Form Improv Course and a fun mix of improv jam games.

In an improv jam anyone who attends our workshops can jump on stage with other improvisers and have fun making up scenes and stories together. Even if you prefer just to be an audience member, you're guaranteed a delightful night of entertainment.

"Pure genius and pure stupidity! Loved every moment of it!" *****"

"The Dingbats Improv Jams are the highlight of my month." *****

"Hilarious" - Dame Judy

The bar in the function room will be open.

Suitable for ages 16+

Tickets: £10. Online ticket sales only. Ticket sales close 1 hour before the start.

8pm (doors 7.40pm)

A story that will make you laugh and cry.

During World War II, William Beech is evacuated from London to the countryside and is billeted with Tom Oakley, a miserable, elderly recluse who is reluctant to take him in.

The story of their growing relationship and their struggles to overcome difficult personal situations results in one of the most uplifting stories ever written. With a host of memorable characters, including the charismatic Zach who befriends William, this is a story which will stay with you and which will make you laugh and cry as William battles an impossible situation at home, and Mr Tom learns how to love again.

Alice in Wonderland is a truly delightful panto, set in Lewis Carroll’s fantastical Wonderland and features many of the well-loved characters.

Wonderland is in danger from the nasty Knave of Spades and can only be saved by a magical golden heart, supplied by the Wizard of Muddleup Wood.

Cue Alice, who along with her mother and Wally the Joker come to the rescue.

Featuring a slightly surreal and incredibly funny Mad Hatter's tea party, plus hilarious madcap antics courtesy of Tweedledee and Tweedledum, not to mention the Queen of Hearts, who is a cut above.

This panto has everything you would expect from the strange and fantastical world that is Alice in Wonderland!