Welcome to Horwich Amateur Theatre Society (HATS)

We’re a vibrant, inclusive community theatre society bringing high-quality musicals and magical performances to Bolton and Horwich for over 70 years.

At HATS, there’s a place for everyone—on stage, behind the scenes, or in the audience.

Love theatre? So do we.

Join the journey. Be part of the magic.

Proud to be members of Noda and bats

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Join the HATS Family

At HATS, we’re proud to welcome both familiar faces and new talent into our creative community. Whether you’re an aspiring performer, a director with a vision, or someone who loves to work behind the scenes with a paintbrush or toolkit — there’s always a role for you here.

Step into the spotlight or help bring it to life — there’s no limit to how you can get involved.

Let’s make magic together.

 

What's On at HATS

“Being with my HATS friends, rehearsing routines and songs, is my true happy place after teaching. It's where I can shed the day's pressures and just be myself, surrounded by supportive people. It's more than just practicing; it's where I feel completely at home and can finally decompress. A real source of joy and belonging.”

[Nicholas Edwards]

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I get involved in a production?

We welcome individuals of all experience levels to audition for our productions. Join our social media pages or sign up to our mailing list for announcements about upcoming opportunities!.

Do you offer opportunities for young performers?

Yes, there are always opportunities for young people to get involved. Contact the society to find out more.

How can i purchase tickets for your shows??

You can purchase tickets for any of our shows (excluding showcase events) via our ticketing partners, ticketsource. Click the buy tickets link on our home page.

For showcase events at the Lowry Theatre, contact the society directly.

Contact us

Get in touch with us for more information about our upcoming events and how to get involved in our theatre society.

How to find us

Rehearsals are located at Bolton Arena, Station Approach, Horwich

Just off the M61 (Junction 6)

Easily accessible by public transport. Nearest train station is Horwich Parkway (100 yards away)

Performances are at Peace Community Theatre, Rishton Lane, Bolton