acta is committed to increasing access to the arts, and to individual and community development through participation. acta enables people to use their creativity, gain access to education and develop confidence self-esteem and pride of place.

In our 24th year of delivering quality arts projects in and around Bristol, we continue to develop new partnerships in each of our four key areas of development: touring community theatre, neighbourhood arts, youth theatre, and work with learning disabled people.

Our projects include theatre, carnival, music, video and visual arts, involving hundreds of people every year.

“There should be an acta on every street corner” – Lawrence Weston resident

acta facts

Last year (2008/9) acta:-

• Worked with over 1000 participants.
• Delivered nearly 500 workshops.
• Created 10 original theatre shows.
• Attracted a total audience of over 2,000
• Worked with over 50 artists and professional arts practitioners.

Most of the people we work with have little or no experience in the arts. 80% of acta audiences do not regularly attend the theatre.

acta is working to a three year business plan for the period April 09 – March 12. Copies are available from the office on request, together with copies of the following policy documents:-

• Youth Theatre
• Education
• Equality & Diversity
• Child Protection & Vulnerable Adults
• Volunteer
• Health & Safety

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Newsletters

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acta Centre

We are based at the acta centre in Bedminster, Bristol; a former youth centre, which we refurbished in 2002 with funding from Bristol City Council and Arts Council England, South West. The centre is a base for all our work, with offices, storage, design and costume studios, and a large hall which offers a well designed rehearsal and performance space for both acta groups, and visiting participatory arts companies.

Hire the acta centre

The acta centre is available for hire. It is suitable for theatre performances, workshops and conferences. There is a pull-out raked seating unit and room for up to 150 people.

We also have a supply of technical equipment available for hire including lights, sound equipment and Q Build portable staging. Please click following link to download a copy of the hire policy and booking form or contact us for further details.

The majority of the photos on this site have been taken by Mark Simmons Photography; if not alternative credit will be given.