Tewkesbury FuturesLab

River Stories – A town called to speak

A brand new play, created by the Tewkesbury community, written with acta Community Theatre and performed by Drama students from UWE, Bristol.

18th March 2026

The Roses Theatre, Tewkesbury

A brand-new play for Tewkesbury, River Stories – A town called to speak, was developed from conversations with local children and elders through as part Tewkesbury StoryLab. It will be followed by creative audience interaction to explore how communities can adapt to change together.

Through series of creative of workshops, we have spoken to children and elders in Tewkesbury, gathering their stories, pictures, dreams and ideas, inspired by the town’s past, present and possible futures.

River Stories – A Town Called to Speak is a living script, born from these stories, written with acta community theatre and performed by Drama students from UWE, Bristol.

Around the foyer and bar area, there will be a range of activities where you can find out more about the project, contribute ideas and share creative responses.

Venue

Roses Theatre, Tewkesbury

Tickets

FREE

Duration

Activities from 4:30

Performance: 6pm (approx. 1 hour)

Production images