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YOUR LOCAL STAGE FOR THEATRE, COMEDY AND MUSIC

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NOW AND COMING SOON

Poster for The 4 Johns: Frank Sidebottom Calling on Friday 25 September. Frank Sidebottom, wearing his distinctive oversized papier-mâché head, suit and red scarf, stands on stage surrounded by performers and bubbles. Yellow text gives the show title and date.

FRANK SIDEBOTTOM CALLING

FRI 25 SEP 2026

Poster for The Phantom Raspberry Blower of Old London Town by Spike Milligan and Ronnie Barker. A cartoon-style phantom in a top hat and cape looms over a London skyline, with Big Ben and St Paul's Cathedral visible below.

THE PHANTOM RASPBERRY BLOWER (MATINEE ADDED)

SAT 26 SEP 2026

Poster for Robin Grey at The Lantern Theatre on 1 October 2026. Robin Grey, wearing a black hat and suit, sits cross-legged outdoors with a guitar beside him. Text includes quotes describing his fresh approach to folk music and his music as “complete and utter beauty”.

ROBIN GREY

THU 01 OCT 2026

Smiling woman, holding her hands up, in front of actors during Stepping Out.

WELCOME TO THE LANTERN

A hidden gem in Sheffield since 1893, The Lantern is a welcoming space for theatre, music, comedy and community. Run by the Dilys Guite Players charity, we bring local talent, new writing and touring artists together on our 85-seat stage, creating performances with heart for everyone to enjoy.

COMMUNITY AND GET INVOVED

A happy woman with the text 'The Lantern' smiling enthusiastically during rehearsals.

VOLUNTEERING

ast of Stepping Out with the focus on the Maxine character, taken during The Lantern Christmas show 2024

AUDITIONS

Man in a gold jacket, arms outstretched, facing forward.

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