Maskers Theatre Company
BEST FOR
Ages 12+
ENTRY
from £16.50
WHERE
Southampton
What it’s like
A studio theatre in Southampton staging plays like The Breath of Life, with tickets at a flat £16.50 and no under-12s admitted.
This one's for the grown-ups, or at least the near-grown-ups. The minimum age is 12, so it's not somewhere to bring younger children along for the ride. What's on is proper studio theatre: The Breath of Life runs 21 to 26 September 2026 at 7.30pm, and there's an Open Studios session on 3 October from 10am to 1pm if you fancy a look behind the scenes rather than a full performance.
Tickets are a flat £16.50 with no concessions, which stings a bit if you were hoping for a student or over-60s rate, but at least the pricing is simple. Booking online in advance is the way to go, though you can ring up if that suits better. E-tickets only here, so don't expect to pay on the door with cash or turn up with a printed voucher.
Doors open half an hour before curtain up and that's genuinely your window: latecomers don't get in, so build in time for parking and finding your seat rather than cutting it fine. The venue itself is on the cool side because windows stay open for ventilation, so a layer or a cardigan is sensible even in September. Access needs are covered with a stairlift and a disabled toilet, and the accessible toilet and wheelchair access more generally are part of the building.
If a performance gets cancelled, they'll move you to another one rather than leave you out of pocket, which is a decent bit of reassurance for a show booked months ahead. For older teens interested in the craft side, there are also drama and performing arts classes running for children aged 4 to 16, separate from the evening productions.
Facilities
Need to know
- Best for
- 12 plus; not a venue for younger children
- Last entry
- Doors open 30 minutes before performance
- Booking
- Prior online booking encouraged
- Bring a layer, the theatre stays cool with windows open for ventilation
- E-tickets only, so have your phone or a printout ready rather than cash
- There are separate drama classes for children aged 4 to 16, distinct from the evening shows
- Open Studios on 3 October runs 10am to 1pm if you want a shorter, daytime visit
Plan your visit
What age is this suitable for?
The minimum age is 12, so it's not a venue for younger children.
How much are tickets and is there a discount?
Tickets are £16.50 with no concessions, so that's the price whoever you are.
Do we need to book in advance?
Prior online booking is encouraged, and you can also book by phone. Tickets are e-tickets only, no cash or paper on the door.
What time should we arrive?
Doors open 30 minutes before the performance starts and late arrivals aren't admitted, so don't cut it fine.
Is the venue accessible?
There's a stairlift and a disabled toilet on site, and staff keep windows open where possible for anyone who needs that too.
What happens if the show is cancelled?
They'll offer you tickets for an alternative performance rather than just refund you and leave it there.
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