Programming on the ship focuses on experimental, under-represented and interdisciplinary music and arts, with a particular remit to support new work and genre-pushing artists. Theatreship's programme opened with a season of the films of
Powell and Pressburger paired with contemporary live performances as a part of the
British Film Institute's 2024 celebration of the filmmakers. Theatreship has subsequently collaborated with the BFI on further film programmes, including the 'Art of Action' and 'Too Much: Melodrama on Film' seasons. The venue also screens historic silent films accompanied by newly commissioned live musical scores. Theatreship runs a regular weekly free mystery cinema night, where audience members do not know what the film will be in advance. Beyond film, Theatreship curates a live music programme that heavily features traditional folk music and maritime heritage. The venue hosts regular acoustic singarounds, such as "Songs on the Water". The ship also serves as a residency space for the London folk collective
Broadside Hacks, whose recurring folk club onboard was ranked number 7 in
Time Out magazine's list of the "50 Best Nights Out In London" for 2025. The venue's classical and contemporary music programming has included performances by string ensembles such as the Modulus Quartet, who use the ship's hold to perform modern compositions paired with visual projections. The space is also used by independent promoters for multi-genre music showcases, featuring emerging acoustic, indie, and soul artists. == Operational model ==