The Little Theatre does exactly what it says on the tin: it's little and it's a theatre. If you like small theatrical venues, then this is the place for you. Located right in the centre of town, just a hop-skip-and-a-jump from the Cultural Quarter (consisting of the Curve, the Phoenix and an array of trendy bars), nestled amongst the best bars and clubs in town and conveniently opposite a generously sized car park, the Little Theatre doesn't attract the large audiences - as they won't fit in, it's very little - of other venues like the Curve or De Montfort Hall but does put on some quality performances.
I have previously seen a very delightful rendition of Agatha Christie's Spider's Web and a lively performance of Gilbert and Sullivan's The Gondoliers, but the variety is wide and well-received. At the moment, I'm particularly interested in a comedy thriller called Death Trap by Ira Levin and A Midsummer Night's Dream by Shakespeare (of course!).
Mostly run by amateurs, home of the Leicester Drama Society and steeped in history, the Little Theatre has the honour of naming Lord Richard Attenborough as a previous performer and honorary life president. Also, somewhat inexplicably, Sir Anthony Hopkins is a patron. It holds a popular pantomime at Christmas time and has a laugh when the comedy festival is in town. All-in-all it is a lovely venue and one not to be missed on the cultural circuit of Leicester.
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