What is Network Theatre? 
Network Theatre is a private members club, licensed for regulated entertainment and the supply of alcohol to members and their guests. It’s the home of the Network Theatre Company, located under the arches of Waterloo Station, London. [See also Legal Notices]
This amateur company was originally founded as the Southern Railway Dramatic Society in 1939 and has been going strong ever since. Our theatre is leased from Spacia, part of Network Rail, and we thank them for their continuing support.
We receive no grants or subsidies, and rely on subscriptions and sales income to keep this rare gem - an amateur theatre in central London - alive and well.
What goes on there?
We produce a wide range of theatre from classic plays to new writing, from comedy to cry-your-eyes-out, mixed media and musicals. The list is endless. Recent Network Theatre Company productions have also been seen at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, The Rosemary Branch in Islington and the Prague Fringe Festival. We also organise regular social events, workshops and play readings, so it’s a great way of meeting new friends and keeping in touch with old ones. Some events are open to all, some are free and some require tickets. The What's On page has more about our forthcoming events, and our Newsletter also reports on our activities.
How can I get involved? 
We don’t just want performers – we also welcome directors, backstage team (e.g. costume, props, lighting, sound, stage crew) and people willing to help out front of house with the box office and bar. We’re a friendly and relaxed group; we don't believe in holding nerve-wracking auditions in order for you to join. All you need to do is send us a membership application form and your subscription. Please see the Join us page for further information and a form to download.
You're welcome to come along to a reading or audition for one of our productions without becoming a member, but if you get a part (or otherwise participate) you will need to join. Readings are an opportunity to try out possible parts, to read parts you would not be able to perform on stage (e.g. of the other sex), or just to enjoy the play. At an audition, the director may ask you to read a part on your own or with others, and/or perform your own audition piece.
We hope to see you at Network Theatre soon!