The Tom Thumb Theatre was originally a coach house in the Victorian era, transformed into one of the smallest theatres in the world in 1984. The building is a mix of Japanese and Alpine architecture. It hosts a variety of events, including comedy nights, music, performance, jazz evenings, theatre, poetry and club nights.

Venue Style: One of the smallest theatres in the world, a quirky Japanese and Alpine-style former coach house hosting comedy, live music, cabaret, theatre, jazz and spoken word.
Location: Near the seafront in Cliftonville, Margate, near the Oval Bandstand.
Visitor Info: A 47-seat auditorium with a first-floor bar reached by an outdoor staircase, plus a ground-floor kiosk bar for busier nights.

What's On
For the latest shows, dates, and tickets, click the Website or Events button above to head straight to their listings.

Opening Hours
Varies depending on show times.

Price
Varies depending on the show.

Age Guidance
Everybody from 12 months onwards requires a ticket.

Accessibility
Due to the age of the building, the theatre isn't fully accessible for those with limited mobility. The auditorium is on the ground floor with ramp access; toilets are on the ground floor, with one further unisex toilet upstairs. The main bar is on the first floor, reached only by an external staircase, though a ground-floor kiosk bar serves a smaller selection at busier events.

Dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome.

Travel Details
Bus
From Margate station - 20 minutes.
Train
Margate station - around 33 minutes
Parking
Free parking on the Eastern Esplanade, outside the Oval Bandstand.

Additional Information
Arrive at least 30 minutes before a show - the small auditorium means latecomers may not be admitted once a performance has started, and refunds can't be offered in that case.

Good To Know
No refunds or exchanges.

Explore more with our Cinema & Theatre in Kent listings.

Facilities
Bar • Toilet • Free Parking

Picture Credit: © The Tom Thumb Theatre.

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