The first play opened in October 1967,[2] and it is now a busy theatrical venue, presenting more than 22 shows annually in its theatre space, which was remodelled during refurbishment of the Old Fire Station during the period 2015–2018.

The theatre facilities also consist of two dedicated rehearsal spaces, an entire floor of wardrobe rooms[3] and a private basement bar, open Sunday to Friday evenings to audiences and members and which plays host to regular social events.

The adult theatre group welcomes both Full Members (participatory) and Friends of SLT (audience supporters) and stages productions across genres, including Shakespeare, theatrical classics, comedy, pantomime, musicals and modern cutting-edge drama.

The original theatre was traditional proscenium arch in style, with a fly loft requiring the removal of a floor in part of the first storey.

These doors had been boarded and secured in the Owen Luder design, forming the rear boundary to the Bell Theatre stage space.

Whilst the building was significantly remodelled, the community theatre relocated to Stanley Halls in South Norwood and Youth Group performances were staged in St Luke's Church next door.