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Due to the weather, we will be opening at 11am on Friday 9th January with last entry at 3pm. Take a look at what's on

The Girl on the Train

The Girl on the Train

presented by Ilkley Playhouse

Based on the bestselling novel by Paula Hawkins & DreamWorks film
Adapted by Rachel Wagstaff & Duncan Abel
Directed by Rick Hyland

"Everyone has bad thoughts. It’s how we act on them that counts."

Adapted from Paula Hawkins’ best-selling novel, The Girl on the Train is a gripping psychological thriller that keeps audiences guessing until the final moments.

When Rachel Watson witnesses something shocking, her curiosity quickly spirals into obsession. As she becomes entangled in a missing person investigation, the line between memory and imagination becomes blurred.

How much can she trust the people in her life? What about the ones she’s been watching? And most of all… can she trust herself?

With twists at every turn, this dark and atmospheric story explores memory, identity, and the fine line between truth and illusion. If you love compelling drama, sharp storytelling and edge-of-your-seat suspense, this is not to be missed.

This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Curtis Brown Group Ltd, Cunard House, 15 Regent Street, London SW1Y 4LR

Priority booking

Priority booking for Minack members and supporters opens 2 February



Approx. 2h 20m (inc. interval)


From: £12.00 - £22.00


Suitable for age 14+

Contains adult themes and depictions of domestic abuse & addiction

Includes strong language; strobe lighting; loud noises & depictions of violence


Minack Theatre

Porthcurno, Penzance, Cornwall, TR19 6JU
01736 810181
[email protected]

First visit to the Minack

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Coming to a show

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If you have any questions about booking please don't hesitate to contact our Box Office team. The box office is open for telephone bookings daily from 10am - 4pm. Call 01736 810181.

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Booking tickets

Ticket prices vary depending on the performance and where you choose to sit. For most events children aged 15 or under are half price.

If a show appears as SOLD OUT there are no more tickets available. We do not operate waiting lists for tickets.

When you make your booking you will receive a confirmation message through by email with your tickets.

Digital tickets will also be sent shortly before the date of your performance via text and you will receive an information email about your visit.

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Where do I sit?

The Minack is not like other theatres. Our seating is on either grass or concrete terraces. If the performance staging permits, a few tickets are available for members of the audience to sit on the stage.

Our auditorium is very steep and there are a lot of steps. If you are unsure about where to sit, please phone and we'll be very happy to help you. You can also check out the photos below to see the view from various parts of the auditorium.

We have an accessible balcony for those with limited mobility. If you have other seating requirements, please phone to discuss your needs.

An induction loop is available on the grass terraces and in the accessible balcony.

If you have a group booking, it is helpful if you all arrive together so that we can seat you next to each other.

If this is your first visit to the Minack take a look at our handy tips for your visit, they'll help you to prepare yourself!

There are also example views from seating areas below - although please note there will be audience members in front of you!

Accessibility

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Seating Gallery

These images give a guide to the views from each area of the theatre. Our seating is not allocated and so we cannot guarantee the exact view.