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Herne Bay Little Theatre exterior at night
IThe Proscenium Entrance · Herne Bay
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Actors performing a drama on stage
IIDramatic Tension · Main Stage
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The Green Room with members socializing
IIIThe Green Room · Interval Refreshments
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Detailed shot of a colorful panto costume
IVDecember Panto · Wardrobe Detail
MMXXIII
Empty theatre seats facing the stage
V72 Seats · An Intimate Experience
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Antique props on a backstage shelf
VICuriosities · The Prop Room
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Actors in a comedy production
VIILaughter in the Stalls · Comedy Night
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Technical lighting rig above the stage
VIIIThe Limelight · Technical Suite
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Brass signage for the theatre
IXHeritage · Established MCMXLIV
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Scripts and coffee on a rehearsal table
XFirst Read-Through · The Script Room
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Shadowy lighting for a thriller production
XIAtmospheric Noir · Thriller Season
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Ice cream and drinks at the theatre bar
XIIInterval Traditions · Green Room Bar
MMXXIV
Herne Bay Little Theatre exterior at night
IThe Proscenium Entrance · Herne Bay
MMXXIV
Actors performing a drama on stage
IIDramatic Tension · Main Stage
MMXXIII
The Green Room with members socializing
IIIThe Green Room · Interval Refreshments
MMXXIV
Detailed shot of a colorful panto costume
IVDecember Panto · Wardrobe Detail
MMXXIII
Empty theatre seats facing the stage
V72 Seats · An Intimate Experience
MMXXIV
Antique props on a backstage shelf
VICuriosities · The Prop Room
MMXXII
Actors in a comedy production
VIILaughter in the Stalls · Comedy Night
MMXXIV
Technical lighting rig above the stage
VIIIThe Limelight · Technical Suite
MMXXIII
Brass signage for the theatre
IXHeritage · Established MCMXLIV
MMXXII
Scripts and coffee on a rehearsal table
XFirst Read-Through · The Script Room
MMXXIV
Shadowy lighting for a thriller production
XIAtmospheric Noir · Thriller Season
MMXXIII
Ice cream and drinks at the theatre bar
XIIInterval Traditions · Green Room Bar
MMXXIV
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ACT I — THE VENUE

Behind the Scenes

Explore the heart of Herne Bay Little Theatre. From our intimate 72-seat auditorium to the bustling Green Room, discover the spaces where community and creativity meet.

View of the Herne Bay Little Theatre stage from the stalls
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Performance Space

The Main Stage

Our intimate 72-seat auditorium features professional air conditioning and a state-of-the-art audio hearing system, ensuring every whisper and crescendo is heard with crystal clarity.

Features: 72 Seats, Full Accessibility, Audio Loop

“The connection between the actor and the audience here is electric.”

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Close up of the comfortable theatre seating

Social Hub

The Green Room

A welcoming space for patrons to gather before the show and during intervals. Enjoy a selection of drinks and our famous local ice cream in a warm, heritage-inspired atmosphere.

Features: Licensed Bar, Interval Refreshments, Social Space

“The interval is where the community truly comes together to share the magic.”

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The cozy Green Room bar area
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Backstage area with props and costumes
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Production & Design

Backstage Magic

From intricate set builds to atmospheric lighting design, our dedicated volunteers work tirelessly behind the scenes to bring six diverse productions to life every single year.

Features: Lighting Rig, Sound Console, Workshop

“Every prop and spotlight is a labor of love for the craft of theatre.”

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Detail of the lighting control board

Our Volunteers

Community Spirit

Herne Bay Little Theatre is powered by the passion of local residents. Whether on stage or front of house, our members are the heartbeat of this historic institution.

Features: Membership, Workshops, Youth Theatre

“We aren't just a theatre; we are a family rooted in Herne Bay.”

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A group of smiling theatre volunteers
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Racks of colorful theatrical costumes
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Costume Design

The Wardrobe

Our extensive wardrobe department houses decades of theatrical history, providing authentic period costumes for everything from Victorian dramas to festive pantomimes.

Features: Period Costumes, Sewing Atelier, Accessories

“The character truly begins the moment the actor steps into their costume.”

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Detail of a costume being hand-stitched

Creative Process

The Rehearsal Room

Where the vision takes shape. Our rehearsal spaces host months of preparation, character development, and technical blocking before the curtain finally rises.

Features: Rehearsal Space, Script Library, Piano

“This is where the hard work happens, and where the laughter begins.”

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Actors rehearsing a scene in the studio
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The welcoming entrance and box office area
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The Welcome

Front of House

From the moment you step through our doors in Herne Bay, our front of house team ensures your visit is comfortable, accessible, and thoroughly enjoyable.

Features: Box Office, Accessibility Support, Programs

“A warm welcome is the first act of every great performance.”

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A printed theatre program on a wooden table

Sound & Vision

Technical Excellence

We invest in modern technology to support our amateur productions, including a high-fidelity audio hearing system and professional-grade stage lighting.

Features: Digital Sound, LED Lighting, Hearing Loop

“Modern tech meets heritage charm to create an immersive experience.”

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The technical booth overlooking the stage
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Shelves filled with theatrical scripts and archives
09

Literary Heritage

The Script Library

Our collection spans decades of dramatic literature, from classic Shakespeare to contemporary thrillers, serving as a resource for our directors and actors.

Features: Archive, Script Collection, Research

“Every great production starts with the power of the written word.”

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Close up of a script with handwritten notes

Performance Legacy

The Final Bow

Since our founding, we have remained a cornerstone of the Herne Bay community, celebrating the enduring power of live amateur theatre for all generations.

Features: Heritage, Community, Performance

“The applause may fade, but the memories of the night remain.”

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Actors taking a bow at the end of a performance
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— End of Act I

Herne Bay Little Theatre is a registered charity (No: 289287) dedicated to bringing the arts to our local community through passion, performance, and volunteer spirit.

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HBLT

A small amateur theatre staging six productions a year in the heart of Herne Bay.

No. 14 Marlowe Court
Herne Bay · Kent · CT6 8UH

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