About Burnley Mechanics Theatre
The Mechanics Theatre is a vibrant and multi-faceted venue in the heart of Burnley town centre; by day it is a thriving bistro serving home cooked food, uniquely presented with excellent service and by night it is one of Burnley's best evenings out, showcasing a variety of music, theatre and entertainment shows. The Mechanics Bistro offers pre-theatre dining two hours prior to most performances, the perfect start to a great theatre experience. The Theatre boasts a 495 seat auditorium and smaller, more intimate performance spaces in The Front Room and The Loft. The welcoming Lounge Bar has an impressive collection of over 100 gins, serves Burnley's best Afternoon Tea and a fine selection of local ales, it also plays as a changing exhibition space for local artists and students. A dance rehearsal space and conferencing facilities are also available for hire.
The Box Office opening hours are Tuesday to Saturday, 8.30am to 2.30pm.
The Mechanics Bistro is open Tuesday to Saturday, 11am to 2.30pm.
The Box Office and Bar are open an hour before on performance days
Opening hours
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Today
Closed
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Monday
Closed
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Tuesday
8:30am - 2:30pm
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Wednesday
8:30am - 2:30pm
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Thursday
8:30am - 2:30pm
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Friday
8:30am - 2:30pm
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Saturday
8:30am - 2:30pm
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