The People’s Players

A great opportunity to learn the craft of acting and theatre.

Welcoming those over 18 years of age, who want to learn the craft of acting and theatre.

What skills are we looking for? Nothing, just your enthusiasm. It is okay if you have no previous experience. Just come along and try it out.

There are no fees or subscription, no pressure to perform or previous experience necessary.

Classes

We meet every Monday evening, 7-8:30pm (except on Bank Holidays) in the studio at the Royal Court.

Sessions are free to attend and we cover basic acting skills including; character development, improvisation and physical theatre.

Past performances:

Improvise your way out of that!– A comedy competition showcasing improvisation skills. The Studio, Liverpool’s Royal Court.

Can’t Stop Us Now– Residents of a care home provide their own festive entertainment. The Studio, Liverpool’s Royal Court.

The Scouse Nativity– A comedy festive retelling of the nativity. Main stage ensemble. Liverpool’s Royal Court.

The Golden Oldies Members of a choir turn into a rock band. Main stage ensemble. Liverpool’s Royal Court.

A Different Me during a training session with dementia friends. The Studio, Liverpool’s Royal Court.

Home and Going Halves in the Studio. The Studio Liverpool’s Royal Court.

Dress rehearsal HomeBaked the Musical at the Royal Court Theatre. Picture Jason Roberts

Dress rehearsal HomeBaked the Musical at the Royal Court Theatre. Picture Jason Roberts

If you are interested in coming along click here and fill in this membership form. If you need more information, please contact jay@liverpoolsroyalcourt.com.

Whats's on?

The Scouse Christmas Carol 20 Nov 2025 - 24 Jan 2026

Ha! Bumbug!It’s that time again when the Royal Court searches “Christmas shows” on Google and pic

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Emmanuel Sonubi – Life After Near Death 23 Jan 2026

Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer nominee and Best Show nominee, Emmanuel Sonubi is back on tour after sold-out

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Royal Court Heritage Tour 05 Dec 2025 - 27 Apr 2026

The Royal Court is a Grade II listed building, a magnificent example of one of the best theatres built in the Art D

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Take Me Home County Road 31 Jul 2026 - 29 Aug 2026

Shelly’s a County Road girl, born and bred, through and through. Once upon a time, she had it all – the

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Justin Moorhouse – The Greatest Performance of My Life 13 Feb 2026

Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Justin returns with "The Greatest Performance of My Life".

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Gary Delaney – Work in Progress 20 Jan 2026

Comedy’s greatest mad scientist of one-liners arrives back in town, armed with an enormous vessel of puns to

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It’s A Wonderful Life 20 Nov 2025 - 22 Nov 2025

Return to Bedford Falls this Christmas when, after a sell out run in 2024, Old Fruit Jar Productions comes back to

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Conteh 17 Apr 2026 - 09 May 2026

Conteh by Aron Julius10 years old and fighting out of a club in Kirkby. 19 years old and winning gold at the C

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Letter To Brezhnev 11 Sep 2026 - 10 Oct 2026

Letter To Brezhnev Teresa and Elaine are young, beautiful and full of life. But they don’t think that will l

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Nick Mohammed is Mr Swallow – Show Pony 09 Apr 2026

A Berk’s Nest production in association with United Agents Nick Mohammed is Mr. Swallow: Show Pony Taskmast

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Ray O’Leary and Melanie Bracewell – One Night Kiwi Invasion 04 Mar 2026

Ray O’ Leary recently pulled a man from a wrecked car and as the man lay dying, he used his last ounce of str

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Cured 22 May 2026 - 06 Jun 2026

For some people, a pilgrimage to Lourdes is an opportunity for prayer, contemplation and quiet self-reflection. But

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Chloe Petts – Big Naturals 21 Feb 2026

Following three sell out shows, Chloe Petts (Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News for You) returns with a brand new

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Desiree Burch – The Golden Wrath 14 Feb 2026

There comes a day when you look around and wonder “is the world a raging bin fire, or is it perimenopause?&rd

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Variety Lunch Club 26 Nov 2025 - 17 Dec 2025

The Royal Court Variety Lunch Club runs throughout the year with matinee performances in the main theatre.  Va

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Royal Court Stocking Fillers 28 Nov 2025 - 03 Jan 2026

A show that is as much a part of Christmas as turkey, carols and an inexplicable gift from your auntie, we are deli

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Variety Lunch Club NEW 20 Jan 2026 - 25 Mar 2026

Due to popular demand, we have introduced two Variety Lunch Clubs every month. The two events in each month wi

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Ania Magliano – Peach Fuzz 22 May 2026

Fresh from starring in the latest series of Taskmaster, Ania Magliano (Live At The Apollo, Edinburgh Comedy Awards

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Mark Watson – Before it Overtakes us 19 Feb 2026

20 years in stand-up for the 'Taskmaster' cheeky texts icon, multi-award-winner, YouTube cult figure, Rad

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Come Together 13 Mar 2026 - 28 Mar 2026

Join us for an unforgettable evening of the music of John Lennon and Paul McCartney in thi

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Grace Petrie – This is No Time To Panic! 16 Jan 2026 - 17 Jan 2026

Like protest songs? Neither does Grace Petrie - and she's been singing them for 15 politically disastrous year

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Pierre Novellie You sit there, I’ll stand here 25 Mar 2026

It's time for Pierre to do stand - up! It's time for you to watch! Why not just embrace that, for God&apo

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The Peaceful Hour 2 06 Feb 2026 - 07 Mar 2026

A Nice Day For A… Scouse WeddingIt only seems like last year that Julie and Tim first met but now they are p

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