Shirley Valentine by Willy Russell

8pm Tuesday - Saturday

Experience the Magic of Shirley Valentine!

Join ProAct Theatre Company for a heartwarming and hilarious journey with Shirley Valentine, Willy Russell’s beloved one-woman play.

Trapped in the routines of everyday life, Shirley—funny, frustrated, and full of dreams—sets out on an adventure that just might change everything. This uplifting story of self-discovery, laughter, and second chances will leave you inspired and entertained.

Following last year’s successfully and moving production of Hansard, ProAct are so thrilled to be back at the Alma Tavern producing Shirley Valentine.

Starring Emma Smart, fresh from her Edinburgh Fringe debut, in which she performed in the one woman show “Mother”, which also premiered at the Alma. Emma brings depth and warmth to the role of Shirley and once again teams up with our Director Steve Woolley to breathe new life into this timeless and classic play.

All tickets include a £1 admin charge

Approx running time 2 hours (including interval)

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The Alma Theatre has been serving the community for 25 years and has never been the recipient of ACE or other funding. Our theatre manager started maternity leave as the pandemic hit and as a result we missed all opportunities for additional arts council support. We have been offering reduced rates, preferential box office splits and extended promo support to aid the recovery from the past year and a half. Your help will enable us to continue bringing fantastic stories to your local theatre. 50% of your donation will go to the Alma Theatre, and 50% to our inhouse company, Schoolhouse Productions.