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Zurich English-Speaking Theatre

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

Upcoming Productions

Upcoming Auditions

Upcoming Regular Events

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

CANCELLED

Eglise réformée française - Community Centre

Session Cancelled


Unfortunately, we are cancelling this musical theatre session. Neither Paddy nor Oli are available to lead the session due to scheduling conflicts.

Monday

May 4, 2026

17:30

Monday Reading

The 39 Steps by Patrick Barlow

St. Andrew's Community Centre

When a mysterious woman is murdered in Richard Hannay’s London flat, he becomes the prime suspect in a nationwide manhunt to uncover a ring of international spies. This zany comedy is an adaptation of Alfred Hitchcock’s 1935 film, where cast of four actors portray over 150 characters. Originally premiered at the West Yorkshire Playhouse in 2005, it went on to win the Olivier Award for Best New Comedy and two Tony Awards on Broadway.

Thursday

May 7, 2026

17:30

Musical Theatre

Sunday (Finale) and I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change (Finale)

Eglise réformée française - Community Centre

An evening featuring two of musical theatre's most powerful and harmonically rich closing numbers: the breathtaking "Sunday (Finale)" from Sunday in the Park with George and the vibrant, heartfelt "I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change (Finale)".


Sign up to attend here: https://rallly.co/invite/yieCvR6z82Sx


Sheet music available at: https://thezest.ch/mt-2026-05-07

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

  • Time: Doors open at 19:15; singing begins at 19:30.

Monday

May 11, 2026

17:30

Monday Reading

Boeing Boeing by Marc Camoletti

St. Andrew's Community Centre

This classic farce centers on Bernard, a French architect living in Paris who is juggling three different fiancées, all of whom are airline stewardesses. By tracking their flight schedules, he ensures they never encounter one another in his apartment, aided by his housekeeper and a visiting friend. However, the introduction of a new, faster Boeing jet disrupts the timetables and brings all three women to his door at the same time. The play premiered in Paris in 1960 and later opened in London’s West End in 1962. It was revived in 2008 on Broadway, where it won the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play.

Monday

May 18, 2026

17:30

Monday Reading

Home, I'm Darling by Laura Wade

St. Andrew's Community Centre

Judy and Johnny have decided to live their lives as if they are in the 1950s, complete with period clothing, vintage furniture, and traditional gender roles. Judy has quit her job to become a dedicated 1950s housewife, but as the demands of maintaining this nostalgic lifestyle begin to strain their finances and their relationship, the realities of the modern world start to intrude. The play premiered at Theatr Clwyd in 2018 before transferring to the National Theatre and London’s West End. It won the 2019 Olivier Award for Best New Comedy.

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.

Monday

May 25, 2026

17:30

Monday Reading

NO READING - Pfingstmontag

St. Andrew's Community Centre

No reading due to public holiday

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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