Sterts Arts and Environmental Centre

30/09/2026

It is with immense sadness that we announce the closure of Sterts Theatre CIC.

Following careful consideration, the Board has taken the difficult decision to place the CIC into Creditors’ Voluntary Liquidation. This comes at an exceptionally challenging time for cultural and arts organisations across the sector.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who has been part of Sterts - our employees, volunteers, artists, freelancers, audiences, partners, funders, donors and supporters.

Your creativity, generosity and commitment have shaped Sterts and the community around it.

Sterts Theatre CIC has been brought to life by generations of people who have given their time, talent, imagination and heart to this special place. We are deeply sorry that we have not been able to secure Sterts’ future.

To everyone who has given a part of themselves to our Theatre: thank you. You will always be part of its story.

22/09/2026

Join us for Caradon Orchard Group's annual Community Apple Day on Saturday 3rd October from 11am – 4pm.

Bring your apples and containers, and join us amongst the autumn leaves for the apple pressing. 40p per litre charge.

Our studio and community hub will be home to local makers and producers. Expect local preserves, honey, produce and crafts, as well as apple group equipment displays, apple activities, raffles, cake stalls, and wildlife and nature displays. The Our Stories, Our Sterts exhibition will also be open in the Hall Gallery for you to enjoy.

This is a free event perfect for the whole family. No need to book, just turn up on the day, and don't forget your apples.

For further information contact Carol Horsington on [email protected] or visit www.caradonorchardgroup.org

19/09/2026

Celebrate the final show of the year in our Barn Theatre this evening, at 7.30pm!

Join us for Take a Chance on Us a sensational live tribute packed with stunning vocals, top-class musicians, authentic costumes and audience fun. Bursting with hits and high-energy charm, this feel-good celebration will have you dancing in your seats and singing all the way home.

Fancy dress encouraged but not essential! Don't miss the perfect night out to say goodbye to summer.

Tickets available on the door or via: https://sterts.co.uk/whats-on

18/09/2026

18/09/2026

Tonight at Sterts

WIDDERSHINS: a long-forgotten village buried deep in a dark corner of Cornwall. Here, Bob Droll (local raconteur and village-hall caretaker) will take you on a tour, where mystery lurks about every corner. But beware. The deeper Bob leads you into his forest of far-fetched fables, the more lost you might get.

WIDDERSHINS: ‘tis hard to find but even harder to leave... Expect stories told with a sting, poetry cracked and darkly comic, unforgettable characters and physical theatre, alongside the usual irreverence, wit and silliness. It will be dark, delirious and delightful.

Under Milk Wood-ish, sort of... only waayyy weirder!

🕛️ 7.30pm
📍 Sturrock Studio (at Sterts)
🎟️ available now at sterts.co.uk or on the door.

17/09/2026

🎤 Take a Chance On Us this Saturday 19th September at Sterts 🎤

Join us for our final Barn show of 2026 with a

Over 50 years since winning the Eurovision Song Contest, the music of ABBA still sparkles. Take A Chance On Us is a sensational live tribute packed with stunning vocals, top-class musicians, authentic costumes and audience fun. Bursting with hits and high-energy charm, this feel-good celebration will have you dancing in your seats and singing all the way home.

Fancy dress encouraged but not essential!

Tickets available now at: https://sterts.co.uk/whats-on

17/09/2026

🌳 Join us for Widdershins, tomorrow Friday 18th September in the Sturrock Studios.

Here's a bit about the show:

Welcome to WIDDERSHINS: a long-forgotten village buried deep in a dark, wild corner of Cornwall. Here, Bob Droll (local raconteur, folklore enthusiast and village-hall caretaker) will take you on a tour of a place where mystery lurks about every corner.

You won’t believe the shocking tales of poor 'Pity Me' Jose; or of Cryer Bledstone, the Sea Captain afraid of death! And then there's Sci-Fi Sally, desperate to leave this world for life beyond the stars... But beware. The deeper Bob leads you into his forest of far-fetched fables, the more lost you might get.

Widdershins. Tis hard to find but even harder to leave...

Tickets available now at: https://sterts.co.uk/whats-on

07/09/2026

Don't forget our One Act Play competition with Teylu Theatre Company closes soon!

The competition is open to anyone aged 16+ and entries must be original plays not previously published.

The play should be for a maximum of 4 adult actors and suitable for a studio space, running time should be 25-35 minutes. There is no theme or restriction on location but it must be a complete, short play not an excerpt.

The winning entry will be awarded a prize of £200 and the play will be produced and performed by members of Teylu Theatre Company at Sterts’ Sturrock Studio on January 22nd and 23rd 2027. Two runners up will be awarded £50 and a performance of those plays will be planned for the same dates, although possibly as a rehearsed reading or radio play at Teylu’s discretion.

In addition a further prize of £50 will be awarded to the best entry from a resident of a PL or TR postcode.

Teylu and Sterts are both passionate about creative development and this project is aimed at showcasing new works. Sterts and Teylu are not for profit organisations and any surpluses made from the One Act Plays project will be reinvested in their work to offer a platform for creative development in their region.

Closing date for entries is 27 September 2026.

For full terms and conditions plus an entry form please email: [email protected]

A non refundable admin fee of £10 will be charged per entry.

You can find out more at: https://sterts.co.uk/blog/company-one-act-play/

01/09/2026

This Saturday we celebrate 20 years of Sterts Singers with the Last Night of the Proms.

Joined by Roche Brass band, and soloist Samantha Rowe, this promises to be an evening to remember. Whether you've seen many a Sterts Singers performance or this will be your first Last Night of the Proms at Sterts, this is your chance to celebrate a key part of Sterts' history.

This is one of the final performances in our Barn Theatre this year, so join us for an evening of merriment! Our bar will be open from 6.30pm, so join us for a cuppa or something stronger, before heading into the Barn for an evening of song.

Tickets are available at sterts.co.uk, or by calling 0333 666 33 66.

Please share - we'd love for Sterts Singers to get a big crowd!

31/08/2026

Starting on Thursday 17th September in the Sturrock Studio. Join Dance Centred, Lois Taylor and Hannah Dilworth and find your flow!

Stretch out, open up, enjoy the music and your own lyrical and dynamic movement