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Invest in the Future of Your Theatre

Inspiring People - Enriching Lives

Not only a theatre, cinema or arts centre… our programme and groundbreaking work with communities makes The Dukes an essential and much loved creative hub that reaches out beyond our modest premises, from the Lancashire Coastline to the Pennines, and beyond.

As a registered charity (no. 501935) The Dukes is committed to protecting the arts and cultural life of Lancaster. We rely on support from individuals, trusts and businesses to help us that mission.

There are many ways to support The Dukes – join a membership scheme, sponsor a show, donate or simply bring your friends to the café when you go for a coffee.

Inspiring People - Enriching Lives

Support us to create and present great art which changes people’s lives for the better.

With your support we can:
  • Create, develop and present amazing live productions
  • Work with local and emerging artists to advance their skills and career
  • Provide great opportunities for marginalised groups
  • Engage with schools in deprived areas and enhance their learning
  • Support and encourage young people to gain skills in the Arts
  • Continue to be a thriving artistic hub for Lancaster, Morecambe and the North West

Ways to Support The Dukes

Dukes Film Friend

Join our FILMS ONLY membership at £25 each year

Film Friend - £25 per year

Film Friend benefits include: 

  • 2 free cinema tickets when you first join
  • A free cinema ticket to celebrate your birthday
  • £1 off all film tickets
  • Priority booking on outdoor & off-site cinema screenings
  • No transaction fees
  • Monthly e-newsletter

Dukes Friend

£40 per year (£3.34 per month)

Friend benefits include: 
  • 2 free cinema tickets when you first join
  • A free cinema ticket to celebrate your birthday
  • £1 off all film tickets
  • £1 off The Dukes Productions (incl Christmas & Park)
  • Discounts on selected Live / Visiting events
  • Priority booking on outdoor & off-site cinema screenings
  • No transaction fees
  • Invite to our Season Launch Events
  • Monthly e-newsletter
  • additional benefits from our partner businesses

Dukes Champion

£60 per year (£5 per month)

Membership with benefits and a donation combined.

Champion benefits include:

  • 2 free cinema tickets when you first join
  • A free cinema ticket to celebrate your birthday
  • £1 off all film tickets
  • £1 off The Dukes Productions (incl Christmas & Park)
  • £10 tickets for Stage On Screen events
  • Discounts on selected Live / Visiting events
  • Priority booking on outdoor & off-site cinema screenings
  • Priority booking for our Christmas & Park shows
  • No transaction fees
  • Invite to our Season Launch Events
  • Monthly e-newsletter
  • additional benefits from our partner businesses

Dukes Patron

£180 per year (£15 per month)

An enhanced level of giving to support for The Dukes’ vision to create and encourage great art and entertainment.

Patron benefits include:

  • 2 free cinema tickets when you first join
  • A free cinema ticket to celebrate your birthday
  • £1 off all film tickets
  • £1 off The Dukes Productions (incl Christmas & Park)
  • £10 tickets for Stage On Screen events
  • Discounts on selected Live / Visiting events
  • Priority booking on outdoor & off-site cinema screenings
  • Priority booking for our Christmas & Park shows
  • No transaction fees
  • Invite to our Season Launch Events
  • Invite to our Press Nights for Dukes Productions
  • Invite to all Young Company Performances
  • Monthly e-newsletter
  • Thank you on our supporters' board
  • additional benefits from our partner businesses

Dukes Guardian

£1000 per year (£85 per month)

For those who choose to make a major financial contribution to the work of The Dukes

Guardian benefits include:

  • 2 free cinema tickets when you first join
  • A free cinema ticket to celebrate your birthday
  • Free hot refreshment on every visit to the cinema or live events
  • £1 off all film tickets
  • £1 off The Dukes Productions (incl Christmas & Park)
  • £10 tickets for Stage On Screen events
  • Discounts on selected Live / Visiting events
  • Priority booking on outdoor & off-site cinema screenings
  • Priority booking for our Christmas & Park shows
  • No transaction fees
  • Invite to our Season Launch Events
  • Invite to our Press Nights for Dukes Productions
  • Invite to all Young Company Performances
  • Invitation to our Board Reception
  • Monthly e-newsletter
  • Thank you on our supporter's board & in our season brochure
  • additional benefits from our partner businesses



Dukes Student Membership

FREE

(You'll need to provide proof that you're a University Student before your benefits will be activated)
  • One free cinema ticket when you first sign up
  • £4.50 cinema tickets throughout your membership
  • £8 theatre tickets on selected shows
  • Free wifi & unlimited refills on tea and filter coffee @ our Theatre Bar
  • Invites to our season launch events, gaining a sneak peek on upcoming theatre & cinema
  • Mystery, exclusive discounts and surprises on cinema & theatre throughout the year
  • Our exclusive newsletter sent to you monthly

Amazing, interactive theatre which feels really personal.

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The Dukes provides Lancaster with a cultural heart. I am always inspired, challenged and entertained and I'm grateful that Lancaster has such a great place where I can enjoy the arts.

Guy, Lancaster

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The Dukes is fantastic. We love it for family theatre, a good film, drama classes or for just popping in for a drink.

Joanna, Lancaster

Cracking little cinema.

Neil, Garstang

The Dukes was inviting and the atmosphere electric! I would definitely recommend and will certainly be back to The Dukes in the future.

Becca, Barrow in Furness

Fabulous, friendly people and always something interesting to watch.

Rebecca, Lancaster

Great venue. Lovely and enthusiastic staff and cast.

Danny, Blackpool

Get in Touch

The Dukes,
Moor Lane,
Lancaster,
LA1 1QE

Booking enquiries: tickets@dukeslancaster.org

General enquiries: ask@dukeslancaster.org

Box Office: 01524 598500

You can download our Safeguarding & Privacy Policy here

Opening Times

General opening:

Mon: Closed

Tuesday - Friday: From 11am 

Saturday: From 10:30am

Sunday: From 11am


Events will start at the time advertised. Please arrive in good time to be seated comfortably. 
Please note on days with no events the building will be shut. 

Support The Dukes

The Dukes is a registered charity (no. 501935).

We could not exist without support from our partners and members.

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