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 Adult Ballet Classes Autumn 2024

Sat 18 Apr 2026

Various dates, please see event listing

Adult Beginners Ballet: Short Course - Spring 2026

In-person

This block of six classes is for Adult Beginners to learn the fundamentals of Classical Ballet Techn...

Adult Beginners Ballet: Short Course - Spring 2026
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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
A line of people dressed in black clothing doing ballet classes with a wall mounted barre looking at a mirror
ArtsCentre Adult Ballet Classes Autumn 2024

Sat 18 Apr 2026

Various dates, please see event listing

Adult Improvers Ballet: Short Course - Spring 2026

In-person

This block of six classes is for Adult Improvers to build upon and progress the fundamentals of Clas...

Adult Improvers Ballet: Short Course - Spring 2026
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ArtsCentre VoTE Sonic Circle Spring 2026

Wed 22 Apr 2026

Workshop from 18:30 – 20:30

VotE Sonic Circle: April 2026

In-person

Over the past few years, Voices on the Edge have hosted events, roundtable discussions and workshops...

VotE Sonic Circle: April 2026
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ArtsCentre AMATA YP Classes Backyard Boogie Spring 2026

Sat 16 May 2026

Assemble at 10:45, performance starts at 11:00

AMATA Classes Site-Specific 2026: Backyard Boogie

In-person

Our outdoor performance this year is a Backyard Boogie. From buzzing bumblebees to a mad and marvell...

AMATA Classes Site-Specific 2026: Backyard Boogie
An open book in a nighttime garden with illuminated butterflies flying off of the pages
ArtsCentre AMATA YP Classes Site at Night Spring 2026

Sat 16 May 2026

Assemble at 20:45, performance starts at 21:00

AMATA Classes Site-Specific: Site at Night

In-person

For the first time we are venturing out to perform in the dark, with magical lights and creature...

AMATA Classes Site-Specific: Site at Night
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ArtsCentre Cry Baby The Musical Summer 2026

Fri 29 May 2026

Various times, please see event listing

Tremough Follies: Cry-Baby The Musical

In-person

If you’re looking for a show that blends the romance of West Side Story with the energy and fun of...

Tremough Follies: Cry-Baby The Musical
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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 Adult Day of Dance Spring 2026

Sun 31 May 2026

Event runs from 10:00 - 16:00

Adult Day of Dance

In-person

This course is open to and created for adults of ranging abilities from complete beginners to those ...

Adult Day of Dance
A range of dancers performing on stage
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.

Explore café
AMATA Arts Centre cafe in the day