The ABTT Theatre Show is the exhibition where the broadest collection of specialist suppliers supporting live performance technology and production gather to connect with those who deliver the performance in the world of theatre, events, festivals, music and more. This key event in the our Industry’s calendar delivers you access to 150+ brands, a jam-packed programme of seminars and demonstrations by key Industry figures.

The ABTT Theatre Show is a bit different to your average exhibition. It is about the community of technical experts who deliver live performance at their annual gathering to network, to discuss, to discover and to develop. It is a shop front for many suppliers of goods and services, who over the year, stand to benefit from the exposure they have with this community. It is all about the exhibitor to exhibitor connection, the visitor to visitor connection and the visitor to exhibitor connection.

As the only trade show dedicated solely for theatre and live events, the renowned ABTT Theatre Show is the opportune time to promote your brand, develop relationships within the community and secure new connections and deals. As the ABTT is a registered charity, the ABTT Theatre Show is presented annually for the benefit of the industry with any money being redistributed into the development of the Industry. Exhibitors at the Show not only invest in their own industry but also ensure visitors may attend without charge.

The ABTT Theatre Show draws exhibitors and visitors from all over the world whether they be interested in lighting, audio visual, scenography, rigging, set construction, sound, costume, seating, staging, wigs, make-up, pyrotechnics or anything else employed in a performance. They represent the full range of theatre and live event practitioners, everyone from international Technical Directors through to new entrants.

The Theatre Show is the place for conversation, collaboration, mentoring and training no matter how you connect to the theatre and live performance sector. In addition to the exhibition a range of activities will be presented over the two days, including a variety of meetings, debates and seminars and providing spaces for all our sister Associations and organisations to meet in person.

The networking in the industry along with the sharing of information and opportunity lies at the core of The ABTT Theatre Show offer. Stand face to face with big brands and get ready to make long-lasting connections. Ranging audio, AV, lighting, staging and rigging – you’re guaranteed to source new suppliers. You might even discover something game-changing! Every year, our exhibitors present their latest products to the marketplace. The gathering of over 2,000 people at the show is the stimulus for many new product launches.

The ABTT Theatre Show is the UK launch pad for new theatre products from both local and international brands. Whether you are seeking lighting fixtures, sound desks, staging technologies, or software, it’s waiting to be seen on the show floor.