We are Bechdel Theatre

We are a grassroots community interest company that supports, connects and amplifies people of marginalised genders* in and through theatre and performance.

We create and facilitate physical and digital spaces to increase visibility, build solidarity and radically re-imagine the possibilities of UK theatre.

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*eg, women, trans and non-binary people. See our FAQs for more on gender and our community.

What we do

Workshops, events, social media, podcasting, blogging, audience discussions, stickers and more…

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Purple podcast digital illustration with Bechdel Theatre and two microphones in the background and cartoon depictions of Pippa and Beth in the front

​Latest podcast

We interview artists and audiences to chat about their work & passions.

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Event photo of an outside venue strung with colourful bunting and fairylights in the evening with lots of people in groups talking. A placard on the left stands saying Drag To Watch Out For.

​Events

Upcoming workshops and events - dates for your diary

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Latest Blogs

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EdFringe ‘25: More to see
EdFringe ‘25: More to see
Shows to See: Aug-Oct 2025
Shows to See: Aug-Oct 2025

Recommendations of theatre & performance to see, taking you from the end of summer into Autumn. From solo shows to ensemble pieces, long tours to one-nighters, cabaret mixed-bills to epic plays.

Shows to See: Fringe 2025
Shows to See: Fringe 2025

Shows we think look good at Edinburgh Fringe 2025!

Don’t forget, if you’re at the festival, you’re welcome to join our Dykes To Watch Shows With WhatsApp group, for finding friendly folks to watch shows with, peer-to-peer survival tips, and general solidarity.

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