Arcola Theatre was founded in September 2000 when Mehmet Ergen (the present Artistic Director) and Leyla Nazlı (the present Executive Director) converted a textile factory on the borders of Stoke Newington/Dalston into one of London’s largest and most adaptable fringe venues. In 7 years Arcola has developed a distinct and powerful identity both within in the local community and British theatre.

Through Arcola Energy, launched in July 2007, Arcola Theatre is driving the eco-cultural frontier; in the first 7 months we have already installed a hydrogen fuel cell to power shows, low power LED lighting and Bluetooth paperless marketing tools. Arcola Theatre has the practical expertise (our Chief Executive Dr Ben Todd is a Fuel Cell Engineer) and strategic partnerships (Arts/ Education /Government/Engineering) to lead the arts in taking ‘real’ actions and to demonstrate the ethical, financial and ecological benefits of such change.

For more information, visit www.arcolatheatre.com ; www.arcolaenergy.com