Can you get married at Minack Theatre?
The theater is available for events during the rest of the year, including weddings.
Where is the best place to sit in the Minack Theatre?
1 answer. Hello. Thanks for your enquiry. The lower terrace section is the preferred area by most of our customers.
Who owns Minack House?
Rowena Cade
Rowena Cade, recently moved to Cornwall, had bought Minack headland (Cornish for ‘rocky place’) for the princely sum of £100 and built Minack House for her and her mother to live in. Entertainment in those days being a do-it-yourself affair, family and friends put on follies and plays to entertain one another.
How many steps are in the Minack Theater?
39 steps
We saw a production of ‘The 39 steps’ at the beautiful Minack Theatre. So much already been said about this breathtaking theatre and its location.
Is Minack Theatre open all year?
Minack theatre currently is used from Easter to September for a full summer season of 20 plays, produced by companies from all over the UK and visiting companies from the US. The theatre is open for visitors throughout the rest of the year.
Do you have to book for the Minack Theatre?
You must book in advance You can book online or by phone (see below for our box office hours). If you are a few minutes late arriving, don’t worry, you can be admitted to the theatre within 30 minutes after the time on your ticket.
Do you have to book for the Minack theatre?
How many seats does the Minack theatre have?
750
The Minack Theatre/Capacity
Is Rowena Cade still alive?
Deceased (1893–1983)
Rowena Cade/Living or Deceased
How old is Minack?
It took six months for Rowena and two local craftsmen to build a simple stage and some seating. The first performance in the summer of 1932 was lit by batteries and car headlights. The Minack Theatre was born!
What beach can you see from the Minack Theatre?
Porthcurno beach
Looking out from Minack Theatre you will see Porthcurno beach below. Porthcurno is one of the nicest beaches we came across in Cornwall. White washed sands, tranquil and unspoilt.
Where is the Minack Theatre in Cornwall located?
The Minack is a unique open air theatre perched on the cliffs high above the Atlantic ocean. Built by one extraordinary woman, Minack is an amazing place to visit, whether you come to see a show or just want to look around and enjoy our spectacular setting. Welcome to The Minack, a spectacular open air theatre, perched on the Cornish cliffs.
Is the Minack Theatre open in the summer?
As well as being a theatre that’s open for performances throughout the summer, it’s also a major tourist attraction. Thousands visit every year to see this architectural masterpiece and enjoy the incredible panoramic views. The Minack Theatre boasts some beautiful coastal gardens, an exhibition, sea view café and gift shop.
Why did Rowena Cade buy Minack headland?
It was made by hand with only basic tools and became the life work of Rowena Cade who was born in 1893. Her father tragically died in World War I and her families fortune’s soon dwindled. They needed to move from their stately home in Cheltenham. So, Rowena Cade decided to buy Minack headland for £100 in 1920.
