Lotte Wakeham

Artistic Director of @octagontheatre in Bolton (own views here). Productions include: the world premiere musical adaptation of #TheBookThief

[Lotte Wakeham @LotteWakeham]

Be part of something magical. We hope to see you @octagontheatre soon. ⬇️
Really proud of this short film - huge thanks to Becky Prestwich, @juliehes & everyone who took part in the filming!

[Octagon Theatre @octagontheatre]

Check out this new film which celebrates the special experience audiences have when they visit the Octagon.
Written by local writer Becky Prestwich & voiced by the wonderful @juliehes
Make even more memories & plan your next visit to the Octagon now.
https://t.co/heX3rPlCC2

[Octagon Theatre @octagontheatre]

🎉 Big News! 🎉

We’re thrilled to announce TWO brand-new festivals coming to the Octagon — Awaaz Festival and Bridges Festival!
Plus, our much-loved Family Festival is making a return this August!

Mark your calendars and stay tuned to our socials for all the latest updates 👀��

[Octagon Theatre @octagontheatre]

🎉🎭OUR NEW SEASON IS HERE!🎭🎉

We are so excited to share with you our new Autumn/winter 2025-26 season⭐ The new season is jam packed with amazing shows we can't wait for you to see!

Priority booking (members) opens Sat 12 Apr 11am.
General sale opens Tue 15 Apr, 11am.

[Octagon Theatre @octagontheatre]

📣Our full cast announcement for our co-production of Pride and Prejudice is here! 📣

We are so excited for this incredible co-production to be brought to life on our stage, running Thu 5 – Sat 28 Jun!

Directed by our award-winning Artistic Director Lotte Wakeham🎭🌟

[Octagon Theatre @octagontheatre]

Wishing the cast of The 39 Steps the best of luck ahead of their first performance at the Octagon this evening🎭 We can't wait to see this hilarious thriller come to life!

Tickets still available, BOOK YOURS TODAY!

https://t.co/eJwJ1uyLqQ

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Good luck to the brilliant cast and crew of Of Mice and Men for tonight's press night!⭐

Break a leg as you take this incredible production to the next level.👬✨🎭

[Octagon Theatre @octagontheatre]

Our Big Give 2025 #ArtsForImpact is now live!
For one week only all donations made will be doubled and aid our Bridges Summer Festival happening this summer!
Double the difference with double the donation! Donate and find out more at: https://t.co/57nvHUqw3u

[Octagon Theatre @octagontheatre]

We're looking for an experienced, proactive & passionate Marketing Officer for a fixed term contract.
Responsible for the day-to-day delivery of marketing, communications, & digital activities for all areas of our work.
Full job description & apply: https://t.co/wZBMBRT9f7

[Octagon Theatre @octagontheatre]

Check out these behind-the-scenes rehearsal images from our upcoming youth theatre production No Regrets!

📅 Catch it from 20-21 Mar
🎟️ Just £6

Don't miss out! Get your tickets now - https://t.co/tT2lUewogU

[Octagon Theatre @octagontheatre]

Only a few days left to catch Shirley Valentine at The Octagon! Don't miss your chance for laughter, love, and a nice glass of wine (metaphorically... or literally, we won't judge) ☀️🏖️🍷

Grab your tickets before she jets off for good - https://t.co/SyUB1D2ori

[Octagon Theatre @octagontheatre]

We are seeing stars 🤩 with these fantastic reviews for Of Mice and Men - our powerful new co-production of John Steinbeck's classic that will be opening in a couple of weeks time.

Tickets are selling fast ➡️ https://t.co/REBWoSNeEp

[Octagon Theatre @octagontheatre]

Calling South Asian writers, artists and creatives 👇
We're on the lookout for creatives & facilitators to deliver creative writing workshops for our brand-new arts programme celebrating and showcasing South Asian Arts and Culture.
https://t.co/69dxQzCBSK

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Theatre review: Of Mice and Men from @derbytheatre, @octagontheatre, @HullTruck and @tbtlake at Derby Theatre https://t.co/Ult9oy7HkB

[Octagon Theatre @octagontheatre]

The reviews are in for Shirley Valentine ✨

Willy Russell's powerful comedy is at the Octagon theatre after a hugely successful run in 2020! 🏖️☀️

📅 Don't miss this fabulous production, on until Sat 8 Mar

🎟️ Simply click the link to book your tickets https://t.co/SyUB1D2ori

[Lotte Wakeham @LotteWakeham]

Really proud of the whole @octagontheatre team for these statistics & for everything we’re doing in Bolton and beyond!

[Octagon Theatre @octagontheatre]

#NEWS: Our year in numbers…
Record-breaking performances, expanding our work in the community, & reaching wider audiences across the country, 2024 was a busy year at the Octagon!
Read about our social & economic impact for Bolton & the wider community.
https://t.co/lGovsqtZ7h

[Lotte Wakeham @LotteWakeham]

Still buzzing from last night’s press night performance of #ShirleyValentine @octagontheatre & so thrilled with the response from audiences & reviewers. Not many seats left for the run in Bolton, get your tickets now ⬇️

[Octagon Theatre @octagontheatre]

It's Press Night! ✨

Wishing the entire company of Shirley Valentine the best of luck ahead of tonight's big performance.

Shirley Valentine is back at The Octagon, and here until Sat 8 Mar! 📅

🎟️ Don't miss out - click the link to book your tickets https://t.co/SyUB1D2ori

[Octagon Theatre @octagontheatre]

CALL-OUT: A great opportunity for 2 x mid-career artists from our friends at Tamasha...

TAMASHA TALES is a new series of commissioned short pieces which aims to celebrate global storytelling and cultural intersectionality

➡️ Info & how to apply: https://t.co/AX8kIyj6hT

[Octagon Theatre @octagontheatre]

Good luck to our #AnimalFarm company who are at @malverntheatres this week!

Tickets are available at: https://t.co/MgGL6IGE28

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The 39 Steps cast look like they're having an absolute blast in rehearsals.
Expect hysterical escapades in our hilarious production of this Olivier & Tony Award-winning comedy coming to the Octagon in April.
📅 Wed 16 Apr – Sat 10 May
🎟️ From £15
➡️ https://t.co/WXCTHalP57

[Lotte Wakeham @LotteWakeham]

We’re thinking a lot about fundraising this month @octagontheatre - the Octagon is registered on @easyuk which means you can raise free funds for us as you shop online this year, at no extra cost. Please consider joining today: https://t.co/uuHeJ4ZiSE

[Lotte Wakeham @LotteWakeham]

Standing ovations for our #ShirleyValentine previews this week @octagontheatre! Thrilled to see audiences enjoying the production & @HildaBaker’s performance so much. Tickets going fast…⬇️

[Octagon Theatre @octagontheatre]

Break a leg to our Shirley Valentine company for tonight’s opening night! Wishing you a fantastic run. 🏖️🍳🍟

Don’t miss your chance to experience this incredible show!

🎟️Book your tickets using the link https://t.co/SyUB1D2ori