Join The Mowlem Family
Membership is one of the best ways to support Purbeck’s only year-round cultural venue, and to get closer to everything happening on our stage and screen.
As a Mowlem Member, you’ll enjoy great benefits throughout the year, while helping us keep theatre, cinema, live music, comedy and community events at the heart of Swanage.
Become a member
Mowlem Members
- £1 off all cinema bookings
- £1 off selected live events (theatre, music and comedy)
- Quarterly digital newsletters with exclusive insights and updates
- Priority booking for popular events
- A Mowlem-branded cup and a complimentary drink in The Showbar
- Invitation to exclusive Members only events
Then a year until you cancel, which you can do in My Account at any time.
Then a year until you cancel, which you can do in My Account at any time.
Mowlem Makers
All the benefits that members get alongside:
- VIP backstage tour of The Mowlem led by a member of the staff team
- Mowlem-branded organic cotton tote bag
- 2 complimentary tickets to an event of your choice during the year (subject to availability)
Then a year until you cancel, which you can do in My Account at any time.
Then a year until you cancel, which you can do in My Account at any time.
Circle
Everything in [Tiers 1 and 2], plus:
- 2 complimentary tickets to events in each season (Spring, Summer and Autumn, subject to
availability) - Inclusion at a Trustee led event such as Cheese and Wine Tasting in The Studio or Cream Tea in The Showbar or equivalent.
- VIP backstage tour led by the Executive Director and/or Operations Manager, followed by a drink of your choice in The Showbar.
Then a year until you cancel, which you can do in My Account at any time.
Why become a member?
- Support your local venue. Membership income helps fund our year-round programme and essential upkeep of the building, from replacing outdated equipment to keeping our spaces comfortable in every season.
- Get more from every visit. Priority booking means that you can ensure you don’t miss out on popular events and never miss out on the best seats.
- Feel part of it. Members are the beating heart of The Mowlem, the people who show up, again and again, and help define the positive future of our organisation.
- Receive membership benefits. Discounts on live shows, cinema and a free drink at the bar.
How it works
- Choose your tier using the links on the website or when you book your tickets.
- Sign up, online, by phone, or in person at the venue.
- Start enjoying your benefits, straight away, all year round.
Membership runs for 12 months from the date you join and can be renewed each year.
FAQs
How do I become a member?
You can become a member on our membership page here.
Why do I need to support The Mowlem?
At the heart of Swanage’s creative life, The Mowlem champions local performance groups, hosts classes and workshops, supports major festivals, welcomes touring artists year-round, and operates as an independent cinema and bar – proudly supporting local at every level.