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Crafting Stories Since 1954.

Zurich English-Speaking Theatre

Get excited for an unforgettable journey into the lively world of theatre right here Zurich! Come join us for captivating performances that will inspire and entertain, and immerse yourself in the magic!

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Zurich English-Speaking Theatre (ZEST) - Your Community for English Theatre in Zurich

Upcoming Productions

Upcoming Auditions

Upcoming Regular Events

Thursday

April 2, 2026

17:30

Musical Theatre

Seize The Day & 9 To 5

Eglise réformée française - Community Centre

Two high-energy, powerhouse anthems: the spirited and rhythmic call to action "Seize the Day" from Newsies, and Dolly Parton’s legendary, upbeat tribute to the daily grind, "9 to 5", from the musical 9 to 5.


Sign up to attend here: app.rallly.co/invite/o4V6a5Q84QXA


Sheet music available at: www.thezest.ch/mt-2026-04-02


Location: The Grosser Saal of the Community Centre at the French Church (Église Réformée Française), Schanzengasse 25, 8001 Zürich.

Thursday

April 9, 2026

17:30

Improv

Improv April 2026

St. Andrew's Community Centre

Come and explore the fun of improvisation in a welcoming and supportive environment! Whether you're a seasoned performer or a curious beginner, our Improv Workshops are the perfect, low-pressure way to build confidence, think on your feet, and have a lot of laughs. There's no script, no pressure, and no need to prepare anything: just a friendly group ready to play.

Monday

April 13, 2026

17:30

Monday Reading

CLUE! by Sandy Rustin

St. Andrew's Community Centre

Adapted in 2017 from the iconic 1985 film and the classic Hasbro board game, CLUE: On Stage brings the mystery to the stage in a whirlwind of slapstick and suspense. Six eccentric guests gather at a remote mansion for a dinner party, only to find themselves suspects in a mounting body count. It is a high-energy, nostalgic farce that keeps the audience guessing "whodunnit" with every secret passage and lead pipe.

Thursday

April 16, 2026

17:30

Musical Theatre

CANCELLED

Eglise réformée française - Community Centre

Session Cancelled


Unfortunately, we are cancelling this musical theatre session due to a lack of sign-ups.

We need a minimum of eight singers to make the session work and to ensure we can properly cover the harmonies, which we didn't reach this time.

Monday

April 27, 2026

17:30

Monday Reading

Boiler Room Six - A Titanic Story by Tom Foreman

St. Andrew's Community Centre

Debuting in 2018, this play shifts the focus away from the luxury of the upper decks to the tragic final hours of the Titanic as seen by the men in the bowels of the ship. As the water rises, the stokers in Boiler Room Six must make impossible choices to keep the power running. It is a harrowing, claustrophobic drama that honors the unsung bravery of the working class in the face of catastrophe.

Thursday

April 30, 2026

17:30

Musical Theatre

TBC

Eglise réformée française - Community Centre

Songs will be announced shortly.

Thursday

May 7, 2026

17:30

Musical Theatre

TBC

Eglise réformée française - Community Centre

Songs will be announced shortly.

Thursday

May 21, 2026

17:30

Musical Theatre

TBC

Eglise réformée française - Community Centre

Songs will be announced shortly.

Thursday

May 21, 2026

17:30

Improv

Improv May 2026

St. Andrew's Community Centre

Come and explore the fun of improvisation in a welcoming and supportive environment! Whether you're a seasoned performer or a curious beginner, our Improv Workshops are the perfect, low-pressure way to build confidence, think on your feet, and have a lot of laughs. There's no script, no pressure, and no need to prepare anything: just a friendly group ready to play.

Thursday

June 11, 2026

17:30

Improv

Improv June 2026

St. Andrew's Community Centre

Come and explore the fun of improvisation in a welcoming and supportive environment! Whether you're a seasoned performer or a curious beginner, our Improv Workshops are the perfect, low-pressure way to build confidence, think on your feet, and have a lot of laughs. There's no script, no pressure, and no need to prepare anything: just a friendly group ready to play.

Monday

July 13, 2026

17:30

Monday Reading

Newcomers Evening - June Production

St. Andrew's Community Centre

More information will be published soon.

Thursday

August 20, 2026

17:30

Improv

Improv August 2026

St. Andrew's Community Centre

Come and explore the fun of improvisation in a welcoming and supportive environment! Whether you're a seasoned performer or a curious beginner, our Improv Workshops are the perfect, low-pressure way to build confidence, think on your feet, and have a lot of laughs. There's no script, no pressure, and no need to prepare anything: just a friendly group ready to play.

Monday

August 31, 2026

17:30

Monday Reading

Jekyll & Hyde (MUSICAL) by Leslie Bricusse

St. Andrew's Community Centre

Since its 1990 premiere, this gothic musical has captivated audiences with its exploration of the dual nature of man. Dr. Henry Jekyll’s quest to chemically separate "good" from "evil" backfires, giving birth to the murderous Edward Hyde and terrorizing the streets of Victorian London. It is a sweeping, romantic, and tragic exploration of the monsters we create when we try to play God.

Thursday

September 10, 2026

17:30

Improv

Improv September 2026

St. Andrew's Community Centre

Come and explore the fun of improvisation in a welcoming and supportive environment! Whether you're a seasoned performer or a curious beginner, our Improv Workshops are the perfect, low-pressure way to build confidence, think on your feet, and have a lot of laughs. There's no script, no pressure, and no need to prepare anything: just a friendly group ready to play.

Thursday

October 1, 2026

17:30

Improv

Improv October 2026

St. Andrew's Community Centre

Come and explore the fun of improvisation in a welcoming and supportive environment! Whether you're a seasoned performer or a curious beginner, our Improv Workshops are the perfect, low-pressure way to build confidence, think on your feet, and have a lot of laughs. There's no script, no pressure, and no need to prepare anything: just a friendly group ready to play.

Thursday

November 5, 2026

18:30

Improv

Improv November 2026

St. Andrew's Community Centre

Come and explore the fun of improvisation in a welcoming and supportive environment! Whether you're a seasoned performer or a curious beginner, our Improv Workshops are the perfect, low-pressure way to build confidence, think on your feet, and have a lot of laughs. There's no script, no pressure, and no need to prepare anything: just a friendly group ready to play.

Monday

December 14, 2026

18:30

Monday Reading

Newcomers Evening by Creative Team

St. Andrew's Community Centre

More information will be published soon.

Our Passionate Theatre Community

Who We Are

Since 1954, ZEST has been a key part of Zurich's English-language theatre scene. Our volunteer-run and self-funded organisation stages two major productions and one smaller production annually, showcasing diverse performances that resonate with audiences. You can support our mission and become a ZEST member by getting involved with our productions or by joining our community at events such as workshops, play readings, and improv nights, all of which foster a passion for the arts.

Past Productions

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