Sheffield is a city abundant with all forms of culture and arts. Whether you’re an artsy type, interested in the many galleries Sheffield hosts, or you just fancy getting lost in a good bit of stage drama; Sheffield has much to offer.
Theaters
Sheffield has a strong tradition of theatre. The majority are based in Tudor Square in the heart of the city centre, a short walk from most student accommodation. The Lyceum, a traditional theatre, has a wide variety of theatre performances all year round. As does the Crucible (and studio theatre), which famously plays host to the World Snooker Championships every year. Alternatively the smaller Library theatre underneath Central Libraries is home to smaller performances.
In the summer months, the Botanical Gardens just outside of the city centre, accommodates outdoor Shakespearian theatre performances and the ‘Music in the Gardens’ events.
Sheffield City Hall in Barkers Pool features mostly music performances and a wide variety of comedy shows.
There are also a number of smaller theatres on the outskirts of the city including the Merlin, University Drama Studio and the Abbeydale picture house.
Comedy
The Comedy club, a weekly stand up show with a variety of comedians, is well worth a visit. Attend at either the City Hall, The Lescar (at Sharrowvale) or our own students union The Hubbs (for a much cheaper ticket!)
Grin Up North takes place throughout October attracting many big name TV comedians. This is the biggest comedy tour of the north and features the best in comedy from the UK and around the world. Many of these performances take place at Sheffield City Hall, Lescar and in pubs in the City.
Arts & Museums
Sheffield’s artistic reputation is shown in many galleries across the city including; Site Gallery, S1, The Graves Gallery, and the Millennium Galleries with ever changing exhibitions. Most are free and well worth a visit; as is Weston Park Museum and surrounding park.
Being on a student budget shouldn’t stop you from catching the occasional bit of culture. Most theatres offer student concession tickets and many art exhibitions and museums are also free entry.
