David Garrick, the theatre's namesake, was a pupil of Samuel Johnson at the nearby Lichfield Grammar School.
The venue opened in its current modern building in 2003, replacing the earlier Civic Hall.
The theatre is designed with a fully accessible foyer and lift access to all primary performance levels.
The Garrick Studio space is frequently used for experimental theatre and intimate acoustic performances.
The theatre board operates under a community-led model focused on regional arts engagement.
The Lichfield Garrick Theatre is a multi-purpose cultural venue featuring two performance spaces: a 555-seat main auditorium and the smaller, flexible Studio. It operates as a registered charity hosting professional touring productions, local amateur dramatics, and cinema screenings. The building features a modern glass-fronted exterior integrated into the historic city center. The theatre is named after the renowned 18th-century actor David Garrick, who was raised in Lichfield. The main stage is equipped with a fly tower and an orchestra pit to accommodate a wide variety of theatrical genres. The venue regularly programs a pantomime during the winter season.
The illuminated glass facade viewed from the Castle Dyke approach at dusk.
Book tickets in advance via the website as popular shows frequently sell out.
Check the 'What's On' calendar before visiting to see if your visit coincides with a matinee or evening performance.
Use the on-site cafe bar to avoid city center queues before curtain time.
Do not wait until the night of the performance to purchase tickets, as the box office is not always open for walk-ins.
Box office hours vary depending on performance schedules; check the official website for current event-specific availability.
