Yvonne Arnaud Theatre

Who we are

The Yvonne Arnaud Theatre & the Mill Studio Theatre

The Yvonne Arnaud Theatre is a regional theatre, presenting and producing vibrant, excellent drama for the people of Guildford, Surrey and beyond. With a thriving studio theatre and youth theatre, the Yvonne Arnaud is a culture hub and an artistic resource, a local theatre with a national reach.

Under Director Joanna Read the theatre is undergoing a major capital refurbishment currently aimed at making the theatre more accessible, sustainable and fit for purpose for future generations.

Alongside the Main Stage, which seats 586, the Mill Studio, capacity 80, presents work by local and emerging companies, contemporary small scale touring and work for children.  

Built by enthusiastic theatregoers, the theatre opened in 1965 and is an iconic grade two listed building.  A restaurant, cafe, theatre bars and a riverside garden complete the estate. 

We are a registered charity.