The Festival team have unearthed the hidden history of these theatrical moments and spaces with the help of a super team of volunteers, in a new exhibition: The New Ventures.
This exhibition is a celebration of resourcefulness and improvisation and delves into the influence of third spaces on CFT’s history and future. Resonating in all the stories shared are experiences of opportunity and hard work, as well as an energising shared purpose to try something new, take risks, and of course revel in the joy of theatre!
You can view this free exhibition here at Chichester Cathedral from 18 August - 7 September 2025, located within the South Transept.
The New Ventures Exhibition is made possible using money raised by National Lottery players. The National Lottery Heritage Fund supports projects that connect people and communities with the UK’s heritage.