It's Christmas Eve, 1956. A cold attic, three hard-up lodgers, and a cat that didn't die of natural causes! In a shabby top-floor room in the small cathedral city of Linchminster, Janet Bowering and her two fellow lodgers are getting on with Christmas Eve as best they can. There are cards to open, a drop of sherry from somewhere, and paper chains that have been up rather too many years running. The gas fire has gone out and nobody wants to spend the shilling to relight it.
Down in the street the congregation is arriving for the carol service. All seems well... ... until somebody's cat is found dead! But nobody sends for the police over a cat. So the three of them decide that if it's going to be looked into properly, they had better look into it themselves. Their methods are unorthodox and their nerve is remarkable. But by eleven o'clock that night there is a detective inspector in the attic after all! TABITHA was first performed at the Duchess Theatre, London, in March 1956. It was co-written by Arnold Ridley, known to millions as Private Godfrey in Dad's Army, and to the theatre as the author of The Ghost Train. Tabitha has his particular gift: warm, funny and thoroughly English, but with something somewhat suspenseful moving about underneath it all!
UK The Old Fire Station, 2a Norwood High Street, SE27 9NS
Directing at South London Theatre
2 Dec 2026 7:45pm
Directing at South London Theatre - an introduction Ever considered submitting a play for performance, but not sure what's involved? We're inviting would-be directors to come along to an introduction to our theatre - and the process of directing here. It can be quite a full-on role and it's good to know exactly what's involved before you throw your hat into the ring.
We will cover the following: A tour of the theatre explaining how each space works from the director's point of view An introduction to directing at SLT including pre-planning, auditions, casting, budgets, technical crew, publicity, rehearsals, pre-show (get in) and show week Factors to consider before submitting a play Gaining experience on other productions if you haven't directed before Please contact theatrecommittee@southlondontheatre.co.uk if you are interested in coming along. Ages: 18+
The Old Fire Station, 2a Norwood High Street, SE27 9NS
The Master Builder By Henrik Ibsen, adapted by David Edgar
Audition one: 15 Nov 2026 10:00 - 12:30 Audition two: 16 Nov 2026 20:00 - 22:00 Performances: 23 - 27 Feb 2027 First Rehearsal: 6 Dec 2026
A tense and symbolic drama about a successful architect whose fear of ageing and being succeeded is brought to crisis by the arrival of a mysterious woman from his past.
Characters:
Halvard Solnes: Male, 40s-50s
Hilde Wangel: Female, 20s
Aline Solness: Female, 40s
Dr Herdal: Male or female, 40s-60s
Ragnar Brovik: Male, 30s
Kaja Fosli: Female, 20s-30s
Knut Brovik: Male, 60s-70s
For more more information, and to register for a place at audition,
I'm taking a film course at Gorey School of Art, and as a part of our course, we have to create a short film. I was wondering if any actors who are a part of the drama groups would be willing to potentially work on the short film I'm making? It would only be roughly two minutes long, and I can pay for transport and send the script for the short film if need be. If there are any other requirements, I will happily fulfill them.
In regards to the actors, I'm mainly looking for one man between the ages of 30-50, one woman between the ages of 30-50, and a boy between the ages of 4-9.
Exclusive Local Offer - 20% Off Venue Hire for Shows, Performances & Auditions at CEME Rainham
We are reaching out from CEME Rainham to introduce our venue to performing arts schools in the local area. We are offering exclusive 20% discount on meeting, training and applicable event space hire.
Whether you are planning an end-of-term show, dance performance, drama production, musical theatre showcase, audition day, rehearsal, casting session or student presentation, we would love to explore how CEME could support your upcoming events. We understand the importance of providing students with opportunities to showcase their talents, build confidence and perform in front of an audience. Our aim is to help local performing arts schools find suitable spaces for their creative projects, productions and events.
Your Exclusive CEME Offer - 20% Off Venue Hire As part of our offer to performing arts schools in the surrounding area, you can enjoy:
. 20% off our standard meeting, training and applicable event space hire rates. . Valid on new bookings made between now and 31 December 2026. . New bookings only: The offer does not apply to existing bookings, agreements, commitments or previously confirmed arrangements. . Subject to availability and the suitability of the space for your event.
From auditions and rehearsals to full-scale student showcases and performances, we would be delighted to discuss your requirements and explore the spaces available at CEME. If you have any upcoming productions, auditions or events in your calendar, please get in touch. We would welcome the opportunity to learn more about your plans and see how we can help make your next event a success.
We look forward to connecting with local performing arts schools and supporting the fantastic creative talent in our community. Kind regards, Simran Kaur Project Officer - CEME CEME Meeting Rooms .pdf
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I have inherited a number of fur items, 2 coats, a number of collars and cravats, a muff and a hat. I realise they are better not worn these days, but I don't want to throw them into landfill. I wonder whether there is anyone in your group who would like to have these items? They would be a gift and no payment involved.
I live in Worplesdon and hope that someone will be able to make use of these lovely bits of fashion.
All items are free and preferably to go in one batch!
Most items are photographed but there is an additional collar; an additional two cravats and another almost identical musquash coat. The first item is a muff in case you could not recognise it!
Let me know if you have enough information. I would just like these fur items to have another good life and not be sitting in a cupboard! Many thanks
Without backstage support our shows simply can't go on!
We have vacant backstage roles for the upcoming productions below. Dates shown are show dates, so do be aware that your help will be needed in the run-up week beforehand and potentially earlier than that.
Please remember though that you need to be a full member to carry out any volunteer role - find out more here.
Current Backstage roles for upcoming shows
They Promised Her the Moon by Laurel Ollstein
Performances 3 - 7 November 2026
Projection Designer
Email the director, Craig Norman
Things I Know to be True by Andrew Lovell
Performances 24 - 28 November 2026
Stage Manager
Set Designer
Sound Designer
Email the director, Stephen Hayward Stephen would welcome interest from those underrepresented in our theatre, including those of global majority heritage, disabled folk and those who identify as trans.
The Flint Street Nativity by Tim Firth
Performances 9 - 19 December 2026
Stage Manager
Construction Lead (required 29 November)
Email the director, Guy Jones
Year-round volunteering opportunities
It's not just specific shows which need volunteer support - our amazing theatre is reliant on member volunteers to keep it running, and there are lots of rewarding ways to get involved. Find out about the functions you can support here. If you've ever wanted to try something new, or bring your skills to our supportive theatre community, then please take a look at our current vacancies here.
1 Snow Wright Court, Andergrove, Mackay, Central Queensland, Australia 4740
Founded in July 1947 as Mackay Community Theatre, Kucom Theatre is Mackay's longest-running community theatre, delivering performances with passion, humour, and heart.
From classic plays to quirky club nights, we bring people together through the magic, chaos, and charm of live theatre. In 2027, Kucom will be celebrating 80 years of continuous operation as a community theatre in Mackay.
Easy-to-stage musicals for schools and community theatres.
Each musical comedy includes adaptable script, backing tracks, and all the materials you'll need.
No orchestra required. Musicals written by a drama teacher and performed by hundreds of schools and theatre groups around the world. Perfect for beginners, schools with little to no theatre experience and large groups.
I Love the Knightlife
King Arthur has finally found himself a bride and you're invited to the Wedding of the Year at Camelot.
Unfortunately his half-sister Morgan Le Fay spoils their plans by stealing the six discs that make the Round Table work. The Knights have only two days to recover these musical discs or Camelot will suffer one hundred years of Math lessons. This medieval madness is full of Monty Python-like silliness.
24 Roles + Chorus, 14 Songs, Act 1 (60 mins) Act 2 (35 mins)
When the tomb of the legendary Pharaoh Neverbeenanygood is uncovered, a hapless team of explorers accidentally unleashes a rapping mummy with an outrageous plan to conquer the world! Packed with hilarious parodies of familiar characters such as Indiana Jones, Lara Croft, Cleopatra and Frankenstein, the show delivers plenty of laughs and a host of catchy rap songs that students will love. But when our heroes fight back with country, jazz, pop and rock, the battle for musical supremacy reaches a hilarious climax as an American Idol-style panel of judges and audience decide which musical style will ultimately rule the world!
36 Roles + Chorus, 10 Songs, Act 1 (50 mins) Act 2 (25 mins)
Impossible to find a Funny and Original Panto Script? Oh no it isn't! Nick Lawrence Pantomimes publishes original pantomime scripts written specifically for amateur and community theatre, from the traditional favourites to some lesser-performed titles, with casts from small to large. Every script can be read in full, free, before you decide, by requesting a Perusal Script. Performed by groups across the UK, Ireland, Australia, Canada, and the USA.
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From our latest Robin Hood production. Dame Dora Laundry mangle - FOR SALE - £100 - rollers and wheel on side all move so a person can go through it.
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GAF Percussion
I wanted to introduce myself and let you know that I run GAF Percussion, a percussion hire service based between London, Cardiff and Cheshire, supporting orchestral, theatre, and recording work. I'm happy to travel anywhere as required. Originally I'm from Cheshire but I did my undergraduate at The Royal Welsh College of music and drama, and I'm currently studying for my masters at the Royal Academy of Music. Hence the Cardiff and London links too.
I'm a freelance percussionist and timpanist so if you also need extra players as well as percussion instruments then I can help with that too. The service is set up with performers and MDs in mind - flexible, well-maintained kit, and quick turnarounds when things are needed at short
I have a growing stock of orchestral and theatre percussion, and I'm always happy to help with specific requests where possible. I have many contacts with percussion instruments too so no matter what you need, I'm sure I'll be able to accommodate
If you ever need percussion hire, players or would like a price list for future reference, I'd be very happy to send one over. Feel free to take a look at my Instagram, where you'll find pictures of percussion hire as well as me playing.
Many thanks for your time, and I hope our paths cross at some point.
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My local theatre group, Blackmore Players were going to do this, Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, a while ago then COVID hit! Having a tidy up tonight and found these in the stage store. Unused x 20. Not written in at all, brand new. They cost £10 each but if we got £5 each, they would be happy. Bargain all round! If you are thinking of doing this, DM me and if you're not far from Blackmore, CM4, then sure we can sort something out. Thanks all.
I would be interested to speak to anyone who has produced "Til Beth Do Us Part" (Jones/Hope/Wooten") as some aspects of licensing are unclear. More generally, it's on the books of Dramatists Play Service in the USA. Their website doesn't list any alternate rights holders in the UK (there are for Asia, Scandanavia etc). There are some suggestions that weinbergers holds DPS rights in the UK but I get redirected to the MTI site and I'm just likely to around in circles. Anyway if anyone can offer advice here or message me I'd be grateful to hear experiences. Thanks in advance.
Please message me https://www.facebook.com/rob.burbidge
Peter's response:
Hi Rob,
I'm afraid I don't have any information that would help.
I will post your query in the #Advice section of www.dramagroups.com asking anyone who is able to help to contact you directly via Facebook.
I’m Amanda. I’m currently doing make up artistry at West College Scotland. I am in my first year level 6.
I am looking for any work experience I could do. Anything at all would be great. Any local groups who need makeup artists for their productions do please get in touch.
