The Old Market (or TOM) was opened in 2011 by creators of the global percussive phenomenon STOMP to create an independent hub for the arts in their home city and channel some of their success back in to the local arts eco system. Under the directorship of Loretta Sacco and starting with just two staff in 2011, TOM now employ a passionate and engaged team of 46 full, part time and casual staff to deliver their busy schedule.
The festival-like programme at TOM is the cornerstone of our identity. They host over 200 different events every year from their multi-format (300 seat, 500 standing capacity) space. Over 55,000 people come through their doors each year to experience live music, film, boundary breaking theatre, dance, cabaret, comedy, literature, workshops and performances using new technologies, as part of their #TOMtech programme.