AUTUMN 2026
7 - 14 Nov
UNREAL
A Festival of Magic and Performance
Curated by Tom Cassani, Augusto Corrieri and Tim Bromage
A week-long festival presented by extraordinary artists from across the UK and Europe, working at the intersection of magic and performance.
17 - 21 Nov
A Song and Dance
Action Hero
Action Hero return with a show about masking, performing and ‘acting the part.’
28 Nov - 24 Dec
Dear Santa
Rod Campbell
Norwell Lapley Productions
From the author of the well-loved children's book Dear Zoo, comes Dear Santa and it's LIVE! An ideal introduction to theatre for those aged two and over.
LIFT RETURNS IN 2027
London International Festival of Theatre (LIFT) will return from 3 June to 4 July 2027 beginning a new chapter presented by Battersea Arts Centre.
GET INVOLVED
What's On
We are the go-to place for boundary pushing theatre in the UK. Our diverse programme features some of the most exciting creatives from around the world, and many performances are available on a Pay What You Can basis.
Next Gen
If you’re aged between 11-29, we have a range of classes and workshops for you to meet like-minded people. Join our world-famous Beatbox Academy, take part in our hip hop Dance Academy or get support to start your own business via The Agency.
Creative Development
BAC has been a launchpad for companies that have gone on to become world-leaders in performance throughout the globe. If you’re an artist interested in developing your practice with us, we have a number of ways to get involved.
Champion The Extraordinary
Secure your seat to unmissable experiences by becoming a BAC Champion and supporting our work with artists, young people and communities.
Make Our Building Yours
With multiple spaces available across our historic building, we cater to a wide variety of events from elegant weddings to studio rehearsals, with proceeds supporting groundbreaking creative opportunities for our local community.
YOUR VISIT
How To Get Here
Based just 7 minutes walk from Clapham Junction station, we are accessible via rail, tube and bus network.
We provide information on accessible travel options and detailed routes to make your journey to us as smooth as possible.
Tom's Café
Named after our longest-serving staff member Tom Cameron, Tom’s Café is the perfect spot to meet friends, work amongst creatives or grab a pre- or post-show tipple.
A flexible events space, Tom’s Café is also home to monthly entertainment including comedy nights, poetry and music from our local community.
Access
As a Proactively Inclusive organisation, we are committed to continuously finding ways to remove barriers for disabled visitors to attend performances, engage with our projects and enjoy our spaces as a welcoming, accessible venue.