Curtain goes up on theatre company's new 15-year lease at historic venue

A RENOWNED theatre company has cemented its future at the heart of one of Stoke-on-Trent's most iconic sites.

- Sentinel Reporter

Claybody Theatre has been performing at Spode Works since 2017 and opened the Dipping House in 2023 at a building previously known as Shed 8R.

Now, following a new lease agreement with Stoke-on-Trent City Council, the site will be their permanent home for at least the next 15 years.

As part of the agreement, Claybody Theatre is working with the council to further develop the venue ready for performances and productions later this year.

"We're absolutely delighted to have secured the future of The Dipping House," says Deborah McAndrew, co-artistic director at Claybody Theatre.

"The Dipping House has proven to be a great space for us and we have already welcomed thousands of visitors who have come to watch our performances, plus participate in workshops and other events.