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29th July 2026
Tickets for our 2027 Bristolian Gala Dinner are live, and we can’t wait to welcome you to this very special event celebrating the past, present and looking to the future of the school. Join us in celebration and in style, reunite with old friends and a familiar city you may have once called home.
Tickets include:
➔ A welcome drinks reception
➔ Three-course dinner (with wine)
➔ Live entertainment from BOVTS students
➔ DJ and the chance to ‘bust some moves’ on the dance floor
➔ Charity Auction
➔ Raffle with prizes to be won
➔ Opportunities to network with School alumni, staff, students, supports and friends
This year our Gala Dinner will be held at the Harbour Hotel (BS1 1HT), on Thursday 4th February 2027.
If you would like to donate a prize for our raffle, please contact us on [email protected]
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80th Anniversary Celebration: Romeo & Juliet Performance with post-show talk with Gregory Doran
As part of our year of events to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, we are excited to welcome you to a unique one-off spectacle.
A performance of Romeo & Juliet, coupled with a celebration of all things BOVTS.
Wed 4 Nov 2026 I 6:00 PM – 11:30 PM I Tobacco Factory Theatres, BS3 1TF
This ticketed event includes:
➔ Drinks reception before the performance
➔ Light buffet before the show
➔ Birthday cake in the interval
➔ Exclusive ‘in person’ conversation with the show’s director, School alum and world-famous Shakespeare expert – Gregory Doran
➔ A chance to meet with the cast and crew of the production and the School’s staff team
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The Good Listening To Show LIVE with Sir Gregory Doran
A Bristol Old Vic Theatre School & The Good Listening To Show Co-Production! We are offering a very exciting evening in theatrical conversation with Gregory Doran and an audience Q&A, with “The Good Listening Show”, presented by fellow BOVTS Alumni, Chris Grimes.
Tue 13 Oct 2026 I 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM I The Weston Studio, Bristol Old Vic Theatre School
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The Next Act – Donate Today
Join us and help secure a future of training at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School! Your donation matters; you’ll also get closer to the heart of the school and enjoy:
➔ Priority booking for our public productions
➔ Access to behind-the-scenes opportunities and exclusive special events
➔ Regular news about the students you are supporting
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Looking back at our 80th Celebrations so far
This year is the school’s 80th anniversary; many events have been in the works, and many yet to sink your teeth into.
In July, we opened our doors to past alumni and friends of the school for our Summer Garden Party for our 70th anniversary of the school calling Downside Road our home. It was a joy to see so many familiar and new faces, witness heartfelt reunions, revisit treasured moments through our archive footage and enjoy outstanding performances.
