Thanks to our supporters’ amazing generosity, we were able to reopen at our new home and start showing films again at our new venue.

Our prolonged closure prior to our reopening in October 2024 has left our projection equipment in vital need of an upgrade. On Friday 31 January 2025 our projector failed for the second time. We can temporarily fix the issue, but to continue bringing great independent films to Stoke, we need to replace it as soon as possible.

Although we have recently applied for several capital grants, we have yet to secure funding.

We now face another challenge in finding further financial help to raise the money for a new projector which costs in the region of £38,000. This investment will hopefully secure the future of The Film Theatre, ensuring we can continue screening films that inspire, entertain, and bring our community together.

If you are able to, please donate to help The Film Theatre. Every donation, big or small, will help us reach our goal. As a registered charity, The Film Theatre can claim an additional 25% on eligible donations through Gift Aid, at no extra cost to UK taxpayers.