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ThickSkin Theatre
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Extraordinary stories told in unexpected ways. Touring theatre company based in Wigan. Next up: Driftwood
The It Walks Around The House At Night trailer is here! On tour in 2026, look out for it visiting a theatre near you.
It Walks Around The House At Night - Official Trailer
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November 12, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Today is the first Dress Rehearsal of It Walks Around the House at Night, we can not wait to see the show fully assembled. Here is Writer @verbatimfoley.bsky.social giving us the low down on his writing process.

www.thickskintheatre.co.uk/itwalks
October 23, 2025 at 7:51 AM
Announcing our brilliant cast for
@verbatimfoley.bsky.social
's "It Walks Around The House at Night."

George Naylor plays Joe
Oliver Baines play The Dancer

www.thickskintheatre.co.uk/itwalks
September 6, 2025 at 9:24 AM
ALL AUDITION PLACES ARE NOW ALLOCATED FOR GENERATOR & THE APPLICATION FORM IS NOW CLOSED

If you've missed out this time, please still get in touch as there may be future opportunities to get involved. We're keen to hear from Young Creatives from Wigan & surrounding boroughs

thickskintheatre.co.uk
August 29, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Sign up to #Generator now or share with someone who would benefit from joining our professional company. We're looking for 10 performers aged 18-25, for a 2 week paid training opportunity. Auditions are allocated on a first come basis so sign up today: thickskintheatre.co.uk/generator

#casting
August 11, 2025 at 11:25 AM
We've been having a fantastic time with our community ensemble for #Pigeon. They'll be playing "The Locals" in Joe Walsh's play about community, family folklore & what it means to fly away & never return.

15-16 August - The Den, Tyldesley

Book your tickets here: thickskintheatre.co.uk/pigeon/
August 4, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Today is the second day of development for our production It Walks Around the House at Night by @verbatimfoley.bsky.social.

A haunted house story for a new era, brought to life with haunting tricks, chilling twists, & a generous dose of dark humour.

Book Now: thickskintheatre.co.uk/itwalks/
August 1, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Thrilled to annouce the cast of #Pigeon by Joseph Walsh. Opening at @rxtheatre.bsky.social's The Den:
15-16 August. Fred Longworth High, Tyldesley.

Polly Lister plays Debs, Tarek Slater as Liam and Lauren Sturgess as Hollie.

Book Now: thickskintheatre.co.uk/pigeon
July 28, 2025 at 10:58 AM
📣 WE ARE LOOKING FOR TEN TALENTED YOUNG PERFORMERS TO JOIN OUR GENERATOR COMPANY

Generator is ThickSkin’s ambitious Young Company, designed to launch the next generation of fearless theatre-makers. If you're based in the North West and interested in a career in theatre, sign up to audition now.
July 15, 2025 at 5:42 PM
We’re delighted to announce ThickSkin’s 2025 Season of ambitious new work, dedicated to fresh voices and bold storytelling.

The upcoming season features inspiring new work from Northern talent and includes an open call for young professionals to join our acclaimed Generator theatre company.
June 18, 2025 at 9:13 AM
We're looking for people with a connection to Leigh, Atherton or Tyldesley to take part in an exciting opportunity with ThickSkin and @rxtheatre.bsky.social this August.
June 12, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Check out the UK tour of RUM from ThickSkin #SupportedArtist Max Emmerson Productions

“This plaster will outlive me. I shape these rooms but in turn they have moulded me. Hiding secrets. Weak spots made to look strong.”
May 19, 2025 at 11:57 AM
Reposted by ThickSkin Theatre
Jerwood Foundation has awarded Wigan-based @thickskintheatre.bsky.social a total grant of £40,000 over two years to support their Jerwood Associate Artist Placement programme and enable an Associate Artist to join the organisation over a six-month period.

Learn more 👇

jerwood.org/news/121-thi...
May 13, 2025 at 11:45 AM
We can't believe it's only been two weeks since we wrapped up our Driftwood tour, we loved sharing this show with audiences across the UK.

A ThickSkin and @pentabustheatre.bsky.social
April 4, 2025 at 10:17 AM
A heartfelt THANK YOU to our visionary creative team, the dedicated cast and crew, the welcoming venues, and most importantly, the thousands of passionate audience members who joined us. Your enthusiasm and support made this tour truly unforgettable.

Until we meet again… ✨🌊
March 22, 2025 at 7:42 AM
🎭 Final stop alert! 🌊✨ The Driftwood Tour 2025 concludes at The Lowry in Salford on March 20th & 21st. Join us for Tim Foley's inspiring story about hope, love, and belonging. Limited tickets available—secure yours now! 🎟️🔥 #DriftwoodTour2025 #TimFoley #TheLowry #FinalPerformance
March 19, 2025 at 11:49 AM
🚨5 Days to go!🚨
Don't Miss out on your chance to see Driftwood on stage !

🔗🎟 www.thickskintheatre.co.uk/driftwood/
March 6, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Reposted by ThickSkin Theatre
Break a leg to the Driftwood team ahead of their first performance with us this evening! 🌊

There are only two chances to catch this "moving and funny" (Reviews Hub) new show in Scotland, so don't be the one to miss out 👏

@thickskintheatre.bsky.social @pentabustheatre.bsky.social
March 4, 2025 at 12:53 PM
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Just saw Driftwood by @verbatimfoley.bsky.social at The Dukes in Lancaster. Such excellent writing - funny, moving, powerful and tender theatre. Catch the tour while you can! 🌊
February 22, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Everyone should follow @hettyhodgson.bsky.social

Hetty is one of the most exciting young directors we’ve had the pleasure of working with. Check out their website and watch their star rise. You heard it here first.

🔥🤩🔥🤩🔥🤩
finally given my website a bit of an update - with recent projects with @thickskintheatre.bsky.social & national youth theatre REP ✨
pls feel free to have a scroll!
i'm looking for work as a director, associate & assistant - so if you're looking for someone pls do get in touch


hettyhodgson.com
ABOUT | Hetty Hodgson
hettyhodgson.com
February 28, 2025 at 9:10 PM
www.thickskintheatre.co.uk/driftwood/

🚨 Less Than a Week to Go! 🚨

Tim Foley’s Driftwood is coming to @traversetheatre.bsky.social Edinburgh for two nights only – 4 & 5 March!

Don’t miss this gripping and poetic exploration of love, loss, and identity. 🌊✨
Driftwood | new play by Tim Foley presented with Pentabus Theatre
Pentabus and ThickSkin Theatre present Driftwood by award-winning writer, Tim Foley. A new play about family bonds set in Seaton Carew.
www.thickskintheatre.co.uk
February 27, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Captured by the incredible Tommy Ga-Ken Wan these stunning stills showcase Driftwood, Tim Foley’s moving story of two brothers brought together by love and loss.
A production by @thickskintheatre.bsky.social and @pentabustheatre.bsky.social

#Theatre #ProductionStills #UKTheatre#BehindTheScenes
February 27, 2025 at 10:44 AM
"a truly beautifully important piece of theatre"- @theatreandtonic

Driftwood is touring till 21 Mar 2025 🌊

🔗 Book via the link in our bio.

A ThickSkin and @pentabustheatre.bsky.social production
February 24, 2025 at 8:53 AM