AMATA is Falmouth University’s arts centre, offering a diverse year-round programme of exciting performances and productions. 

From monthly comedy nights to fantastic live music, trailblazing new theatre and dance, AMATA offers something for everyone. 

With discounts available for Falmouth University students, staff and great value tickets for the public, it’s well worth keeping an eye on what’s on. 

There are also opportunities to get involved, with a range of classes, residencies and much more available to take part in. 

Upcoming events

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ArtsCentre Comedy Club February 2026 Spring 2026

Wed 04 Feb 2026

Doors open 20:00, event starts at 20:30

Comedy Club: Ian Murphy, Rich Wilson and Tom Glover

In-person

Join us for an unforgettable, laughter filled night of stand up featuring rising stars alongside est...

Comedy Club: Ian Murphy, Rich Wilson and Tom Glover
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ArtsCentre Cuban Salsa Course Spring 2024

Thu 05 Feb 2026

Various dates, please see event listing

Cuban Salsa Dance Course for Adult Beginners: Spring 2026

In-person

Discover the joy of salsa dancing with James, our experienced instructor with 15 years of teaching C...

Cuban Salsa Dance Course for Adult Beginners: Spring 2026
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ArtsCentre AMATA YP Classes February Show Spring 2026

Sat 07 Feb 2026

Various times, please see event listing

AMATA Classes Showcase February 2026

In-person

This year our February show once again celebrates each class's unique group of young people.

AMATA Classes Showcase February 2026
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ArtsCentre Cuban Salsa Course Spring 2024

Tue 10 Feb 2026

Various dates, please see event listing

Cuban Salsa Dance Course for Adult Improvers: Spring 2026

In-person

If you have already discovered the joy of salsa dancing and now wish to build upon the basics, this ...

Cuban Salsa Dance Course for Adult Improvers: Spring 2026
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ArtsCentre SU Performing Arts Showcase Spring 2026

Sat 14 Feb 2026

Doors open 19:15, Performance starts at 19:30

SU Performing Arts Showcase 2026: A Celebration of Dance

In-person

Join us for the Students' Union Performing Arts Showcase 2026: A Celebration of Dance. Mark your ...

SU Performing Arts Showcase 2026: A Celebration of Dance
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ArtsCentre VoTE Sonic Circle Spring 2026

Wed 18 Feb 2026

Workshop from 18:30 - 20:30

VotE Sonic Circle: February 2026

In-person

‘VotE Sonic Circle’, a group co-founded by Jessica Beechey, Frankie Stevens, Gaia Blandina, Caro...

VotE Sonic Circle: February 2026
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ArtsCentre Iris Garrelfs Workshop Spring 2026

Sat 21 Feb 2026

Workshop from 15:00 - 17:00

Workshop with Iris Garrelfs: Voice and Improvisation

In-person

Following the Voices on the Edge Artists residency programme in Summer 2025, we are excited to welco...

Workshop with Iris Garrelfs: Voice and Improvisation
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ArtsCentre Iris Garrelfs Performance Spring 2026

Sat 21 Feb 2026

Doors open 17:45, performance starts at 18:00

Iris Garrelfs and Jenn Kirby present Embodied Dialogues

In-person

Embodied Dialogues is a collaboration between Jenn Kirby and Iris Garrelfs that explores the interse...

Iris Garrelfs and Jenn Kirby present Embodied Dialogues
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ArtsCentre Ekleido Spring 2026

Sat 21 Feb 2026

Doors open 19:15, performance starts at 19:30

Ekleido: Splice | Rorschach

In-person

Join creative duo Ekleido for a mesmerising dance experience featuring original music by world-renow...

Ekleido: Splice | Rorschach
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ArtsCentre Ekleido Workshop Spring 2026

Sun 22 Feb 2026

Workshop from 10:00 - 12:00

Ekleido Pro Dance Workshop

In-person

Ekleido’s workshop draws from our backgrounds combining contemporary dance with underground club d...

Ekleido Pro Dance Workshop
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ArtsCentre Deadman The Freshwater Five Spring 2026

Wed 25 Feb 2026

Doors open 19:15, performance starts at 19:30

Deadman: The Freshwater Five

In-person

Five Fishermen. £53 million of cocaine. An ongoing fight for justice.

Deadman: The Freshwater Five
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ArtsCentre Comedy Club March 2026 Spring 2026

Wed 04 Mar 2026

Doors open 20:00, event starts at 20:30

Comedy Club: Kev Mud, Nick Page and Tom Glover

In-person

Join us for an unforgettable, laughter filled night of stand up featuring rising stars alongside est...

Comedy Club: Kev Mud, Nick Page and Tom Glover
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ArtsCentre In My Head Spring 2026

Sat 07 Mar 2026

Doors open 15:45, performance starts at 16:00

In My Head

In-person

A one woman dance theatre work with original sound design, poetry & text. A personal & universal exp...

In My Head
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ArtsCentre Creative Dance Intensive Spring 2025

Sat 18 Apr 2026

Intensive Dates: 18-19 April 2026

Creative Dance Intensive | Years 3-6

In-person

Spend two-days with Grace Murdoch exploring, moving and creating an original piece of work.

Creative Dance Intensive | Years 3-6
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ArtsCentre CICS Spring 2026

Sat 30 May 2026

Doors open 12:45, performance starts at 13:00

Little Seeds Music: Cinderella Ice Cream Seller

In-person

Get your dessert spoons ready for a tale of perseverance, princes, palace balls, glass slippers and,...

Little Seeds Music: Cinderella Ice Cream Seller
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ArtsCentre NYDC 2026 Summer 2026

Tue 14 Jul 2026

Various times, please see event listing

National Youth Dance Company x Alleyne Dance

In-person

For 2026, founders of award-winning Alleyne Dance – Sadé and Kristina Alleyne – have been appoi...

National Youth Dance Company x Alleyne Dance
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ArtsCentre Creative Dance Intensive Summer 2025

Sat 18 Jul 2026

Intensive Dates: 18-19 July 2026

Creative Dance Intensive | Years 7-13

In-person

Spend two-days with Grace Murdoch exploring, moving and creating an original piece of work.

Creative Dance Intensive | Years 7-13
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ArtsCentre Legally Blonde Summer School Summer 2026

Mon 17 Aug 2026

Summer School Dates 17-22 Aug 2026

Musical Theatre Summer School: Legally Blonde Jnr.

In-person

Do you have a passion for performance or ever dreamt of taking on a lead role in a musical? Now is y...

Musical Theatre Summer School: Legally Blonde Jnr.
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ArtsCentre Cara Dillon Autumn 2026

Sat 21 Nov 2026

Doors open 19:00, performance starts at 19:30

Cara Dillon

In-person

Few voices linger in the soul like Cara Dillon’s. A towering figure in Irish music, she has earned...

Cara Dillon

Get involved

From summer schools to dance classes, we offer plenty of opportunities to get involved. Find out all you need to know now. 

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Plan your visit

You can find us on Penryn Campus in the Academy of Music and Theatre Arts. Click the button below for all the latest updates on ticket information, parking and how to reach us using different methods of public transport. 

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AMATA Café

At the arts centre you can also find our welcoming AMATA café - a great place to gather before a show or enjoy coffee during the day.

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