Minghella Studios

From Script to Screen: Inspire, Produce, Perform at Minghella Studios

Looking for a flexible, professional venue to host your next production, event, or creative project?

The Minghella Building at the University of Reading offers a suite of high-spec, flexible facilities designed to inspire and empower filmmakers, theatre-makers, and digital creatives alike.  Whether you’re planning a film shoot, a live performance, a corporate showcase, or a creative workshop, Minghella Studios provides the perfect backdrop.


Minghella Studios, Whiteknights

Our facilities are more than just a stage—they are a playground for innovation. From intimate showcases to large-scale productions, Minghella Studios offers a dynamic environment where your imagination can thrive. Collaborate with peers in a supportive and vibrant community, guided by expert practitioners and academics who are passionate about helping you succeed.

Located on our beautiful award winning green campus, the facilities in Minghella Studios include:

Minghella Cinema

A 72-seat, high-definition screening space with 7.1 surround sound, ideal for premieres, private screenings, and presentations.

G02 Bob Kayley Theatre

The Bob Kayley Theatre is one of three professionally-equipped black box theatres and rehearsal studios, adaptable for both experimental and traditional productions and seats up to 75 guests.

Cutting Rooms

7 cutting rooms available with high-performance editing and sound design facilities to bring your creative vision to life.

102 Studio

The upstairs studio is flexible space for both experimental and traditional productions and a great rehearsal studio.

G08 Bulmershe Theatre

The Bulmershe Theatre is one of three professionally-equipped black box theatres and rehearsal studios, adaptable for both experimental and traditional productions and seats up to 100 guests.

G09 TV Studio

A multi-camera television studio and sound stage, supported by cutting-edge lighting, sound, and projection technologies

Ground Floor Foyer

The Minghella Foyer is a great space for arrival drinks or catering provided by our Hospitality team.  The space also lends itself to an exhibition space to have alongside other spaces in the building.

G03 Dressing Room

A small dressing room is available on the ground floor to hire alongside the theatre production spaces.

Whether you’re an independent creator, production company, or organisation seeking a unique venue, Minghella Studios offers a professional, inspiring space to turn your ideas into reality.


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