Mitchell Arts Centre

Mitchell Arts Centre opened in 1957 as a tribute to one of the City’s most loved local heroes - Reginald Mitchell who designed the Spitfire. It was paid for by the public following an appeal in the Sentinel. The theatre quickly became the main venue for amateur dramatic societies and the home for theatrical youth groups.  It also offered performance training including dance, drama workshops and acting classes.

In 2007 with the building in much need of repair, a successful bid was made to the BIG Fund. This allowed the MAC to be restored to and beyond its former glory.

Flexibility is the key to the MAC and while its use is mainly as a community cultural and creative venue, it is also perfect for business and corporate purposes such as awards ceremonies, seminars, and conferences. With music and dancing licences as well as a fully-licensed bar, the MAC is also ideal for all kinds of entertaining.