Pentabus Theatre

02/06/2026

We’re absolutely delighted to share that we have been nominated for the for the NRTF Connection Award 2026 for Make Good: The Post Office Scandal.

This show took the stories of those affected by the Horizon scandal into village halls and community spaces across the country, Make Good sparked conversations, brought people together, and reminded us of the power of gathering to share stories.

We couldn't be prouder of Elle, the company, our partners at New Perspectives, and all the audiences, promoters and community choirs who helped make this journey so special.

Congratulations to all the nominees. We can't wait to celebrate with the rural touring community in 2026.

01/06/2026

For the first time ever, Pentabus Youth Theatre takes to the stage with a live production of Tuesday by Alison Carr.

Originally part of the National Theatre Connections Festival, this funny and thought-provoking play showcases some of Shropshire’s brightest young performers.

Sat 13 June
Ludlow Assembly Rooms

Book now https://pentabus.co.uk/tuesday
This is an amateur production by arrangement with Nick Hern Books.

21/05/2026

Applications are now open for the 2027 Jerwood Writer in Residence at Pentabus ✨

Jerwood Foundation are kindly supporting the programme for a third year with annual funding of £20,000, including a £12,000 bursary for one early-career playwright to spend between six months and a year writing with Pentabus in Ludlow, South Shropshire.

Alongside developing at least one new full-length play or theatre project, the successful writer will gain insight into how a professional theatre company works, with additional support for travel, accommodation and development throughout the residency.

The 2027 writer will be the 12th Writer in Residence Pentabus has hosted, with previous residents going on to awards and exciting careers across the industry.

📅 Applications close Monday 29 June 2026 at 10am.
Apply now https://pentabus.co.uk/about-us/writer-residence

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29/04/2026

Writers from the West Midlands and Welsh Borders —

From changing weather patterns in Herefordshire to flooding in Shropshire, our surroundings are evolving. How might these changes shape new stories for the stage?

Join us in Ludlow for a playwriting workshop exploring storytelling and place, delivered in collaboration with Shakespeare’s Globe, Climate Spring and Fern Culture as part of the Climate Playwriting Prize.

🎭 Develop your own play
🌍 Explore themes of environment and community through storytelling
👥 Connect with fellow writers

📅 6 May 2026
🎟 Limited places available

If you’re a writer, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now

Curious about telling stories about climate and nature on stage? Join one of the upcoming workshops designed to support writers finding their own climate drama to share.

17/04/2026

Writers from the West Midlands and Welsh border, this isn’t a distant story.
From drought in Herefordshire to flooding across Shropshire, the climate crisis is already shaping the places we live.

The question is: how do we tell our story?
Join us in Ludlow for a climate storytelling workshop, delivered in collaboration with Shakespeare’s Globe, Climate Spring and Fern Culture as part of the Climate Playwriting Prize.

🎭 Develop your own play�🌍 Engage with the defining issue of our time�👥 Connect with other writers

📅 6th May 2026�🎟 Limited places
If you’re writing, this is for you.�Apply now → 🔗 link in Bio

17/04/2026

Writers from the West Midlands and Welsh border, this isn’t a distant story.
From drought in Herefordshire to flooding across Shropshire, the climate crisis is already shaping the places we live.

The question is: how do we tell our story?
Join us in Ludlow for a climate storytelling workshop, delivered in collaboration with Shakespeare’s Globe, Climate Spring and Fern Culture as part of the Climate Playwriting Prize.

🎭 Develop your own play�🌍 Engage with the defining issue of our time�👥 Connect with other writers

📅 6th May 2026�🎟 Limited places
If you’re writing, this is for you.�Apply now → https://pentabus.co.uk/climate-storytelling-theatre-workshop-playwrights

27/03/2026

Pentabus is seeking a freelance Sound Designer to work on two productions this summer: Tuesday (Youth Theatre, June) and Raw, a showcase of eight new short plays by this year’s Young Writers (July).

We’re looking for someone with at least two years’ professional experience who is hands-on, collaborative, and confident working in rehearsal and performance settings. We are particularly keen to hear from designers based in Shropshire and the surrounding regions.

This is a paid opportunity.

For full details, please visit our website

https://pentabus.co.uk/home/work-us/sound-designer-call-out

To apply, send a CV and short cover letter to [email protected]
Deadline: Monday 20 April 2026

26/03/2026

We’re delighted to announce that Rhys Warrington is the Jerwood Writer in Residence for 2026 🎉 at Pentabus.

“I am absolutely thrilled, and incredibly honoured, to be the Jerwood Writer in Residence 2026. To get the opportunity to spend a year embedding myself in this extraordinary company whose work, focusing on rural communities, is something not only very close to my heart but feels more pressing than ever in these isolating, polarising times. I’m incredibly excited to work alongside Elle, Verity and the whole team — I can’t wait to get started.”

Welcome, Rhys — we’re so excited for the year ahead.