About Us

The Royalty Theatre is the only venue in the city of Sunderland providing regular dramatic productions. We stage seven plays each season (Sept to June) including a traditional family pantomime every December.

The theatre also hosts events staged by outside hirers. In the past year alone these have included events such as dance school productions, flower arranging demonstrations and a brass band concert.

Our funding comes entirely from membership subscriptions, sponsorship, the proceeds of outside hires and whatever can be raised through our own efforts. We are grateful for the continued support of our play sponsors, who in 2008-2010 comprise;

Tenon

The UK's 9th largest firm of accountants and business advisers; more than 1,900 staff in over 40 offices with a fee income of £160 million.

Rowlands Accountants

First established in 1924 the company provides a range of audit, taxation and accountancy services.

Sunderland Marine Mutual

Formed in 1882, Sunderland Marine is recognised worldwide as being one of the leading specialists in acquaculture and fisheries insurance. 

Philip Parkinson Homecare

The Tyneside-based company provides a range of homecare services tailored to individual needs.

Begbies Traynor

Begbies Traynor is the UK's leading business rescue, recovery and restructuring specialist, providing a partner-led service to stakeholders in troubled businesses.