The Gate Theatre

Specialties

The Gate has been inspiring audiences and artists alike for 35 years. We are a small theatre but we always Think Big.

We are a home for anarchic spirits, invigorating theatre, and restless creative ambition. We welcome anyone who wants to change the world. In our ever transformable, 75 seat space we confront and debate the biggest questions that face humanity and act as a loudspeaker for unheard voices from across the globe. We consider ourselves to be a ‘teaching theatre’ and are known to springboard the most exceptional new talent into becoming the theatre leaders of tomorrow.

No two visits to the Gate are ever the same.

History

Established in 1979.

During the late 1970s and early 80s, the majority of plays on the British stage were inwardly British, both in content and style. The Gate’s policy pointed outward, across the channel to Europe, and looked there for inspiration. The truly bohemian, slightly scruffy and internationally mixed neighbourhood of Notting Hill Gate during that time was right for an inventive small theatre with a strong sense of identity.

The Gate Theatre is a true Cinderella story. With little money and an awkward space, it has shown how a small theatre, led with courage, imagination and strong sense of what it is, can grow into one of the most important and internationally influential theatrical powerhouses of the past 35 years.

Lou Stein

Founding Artistic Director

1979 – 1995