The McMillan Theatre

Venue

The McMillan Theatre is a friendly, creative & accessible place for everyone.
The McMillan Theatre has been part of Bridgwater life since 2015. We are proud to present an eclectic programme of events of theatre, comedy, music and film. Whatever your taste, we’ve got you covered.

We are situated just off Bath Road in Bridgwater, Somerset. We are easy to get to from Bridgwater train station and we also offer plenty of free parking. We are fully accessible with step free access, lifts enabling access to our first circle and accessible toilets throughout.

We can’t wait to welcome you to The McMillan Theatre!

Range of programming

We are proud to present an eclectic programme of events of theatre, comedy, music and film. Whatever your taste, we’ve got you covered.

Hire facilities/spaces available

We offer a selection of indoor venue spaces perfect for a variety of event types. We can cater for a meeting of 2 or an event up to 350 people. Event support can be provided by our in-house technical, box office and catering teams.

Come and say hello and have a tour
We are very happy to meet with you to discuss your event and show you around The McMIllan Theatre. It’s a beautiful space and we like to show it off! It also gives you the chance to check if it’s the right space for you.

Spaces to hire
Main Auditorium
Set on Bath Road, Bridgwater and only a short walk from Bridgwater train station, our beautiful 350 seat auditorium is perfect for business conferences, school events, community theatre and hires.

Layout Capacities

Theatre Style – 350 (end-on seating)
Cabaret Style – 200 (20 x 6’ round tables, 10 per table)
Standing Reception with stage – 450
Features and Facilities

Forestage/pit options/flat floor option
Technical Box or Mixer position at rear of stalls
One technician included on all hires
Basic sound and lighting included with added options (some charges may apply)
Large screen and projector
Accessible seating
Stalls cafe bar
Two dressing rooms and studio/room
Backstage disabled access toilets
Backstage toilet and shower facilities
Green room seating and facilties
Lift access to first circle
Excellent wi-fi coverage
The Studio
Our versatile studio is perfect for smaller events such as workshops, seminars, small conferences, breakout spaces, team-building events and meetings.

Layout Capacities

Theatre Style – 90
Features and Facilities

One technician included on all hires
Lift access
Wall-mounted screen
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Tables and chairs