Ermington Players
  
ErmingtonThe Ermington Players are an amateur theatre company based in the South Hams in Devon. Formed in 1993, starting out as a small village group, the Players have gone from strength to strength and are now a major force in Plymouth theatre.
We perform our annual pantomime at The Globe Theatre in Plymouth.
Contact: info@ermingtonplayers.org.uk
Pantomime and Comedy Plays - Age Range: 11 to 65 - Rehearsals: Monday |
Topsham and ExeterEstuary Players can boast a long and highly varied list of productions in its 34 years of existence, but its not our track record that's our biggest asset: it's our ambition to do better theatre each time which we feel gives us that edge- the next show is always more important than the last one. We aren't avant-garde, or experimental, but we do believe that only the best writing gives us the opportunity to bring out the best acting, directing and presentation. We don't always rise to the occasion, but we always try. Why not come and join us, and. whatever your interest or skill, you will find a welcoming and supportive atmosphere. You can still check out our track record though by looking through the past shows list to see if you share our taste.
Why not come and join us....
Our members come from Topsham and Exeter mostly, and when we have a show in rehearsal we meet twice a week usually. Please contact us via website, if you have any questions. |
Exeter Amateur Operatic Society
ExeterMusicals - Age Range: From 16 years up - Rehearsals: Mondays & Wednesdays |
ExeterExeter Choral Society is a mixed voice choir and performs two concerts each year with professional soloists and musicians.
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We rehe?arse in central Exeter at the Palace Gate Centre (South Street Baptist Church) on Tuesday evenings (September to April) at 7.15 pm.
Rehearsals for our 30 November 2016 concert will commence on Tuesday 6 September.
New members are welcome to join our friendly choir; especially (but not only) tenors and basses!
No auditions necessary, but some sight reading ability is helpful.
Contact: exeterchoralsociety@gmail.com |
Exeterformed in 1954 and 'probably the oldest drama company in the city'. We're celebrating our 60th anniversary in September 2014 anyway! We perform 4 plays a year in March, June, September and December that are a mix of comedy, drama, period, thriller, classic etc etc and also do a minimum of 4 'one night stands'!! (Not as shady as it sounds, honest). We have an age range that goes from 10 to 84 and perform in The Shed in Alphington where we are lucky to have full houses for most of our shows. A fun group who work hard to produce high quality entertainment for the paying public. Or so we hope!
Contact exeterdrama@hotmail.com |
Exeterpantos and plays - Age Range: 12 up - Rehearsals: Wednesday
The Exeter Little Theatre Company was formed in 1954 and was based in Colleton Crescent until 1998 when we moved to our current club house in the Exeter West Quarter. Our club house is easily accessible on foot, by car and on public transport.
We meet on a Wednesday evening for social evenings, play readings, rehearsals and all things theatre. We perform the majority of our plays at the Exeter Barnfield Theatre and we have facilities at our club house allowing us to rehearse, build sets, and meet each week. This includes a wardrobe department, workshop, coffee bar and two rehearsal rooms one of which is large enough to lay out the full size Barnfield stage.
Our youth section is run by a professional drama tutor, her main employer is Exeter City Council and this gives her access to a vast amount of information not to mention her contacts, which can bring great diversity to her timetable. This gives the youth members a varied and far more complete insight into not just drama but theatre as a whole. Their 2008 production was a devised production and included video, animation, choreographed fight scenes and puppetry to compliment the three narrated short stories, which made up the show.
Our membership has a varied skillbase and this allows us to put on shows as diverse as 'Singin' In The Rain' to 'Toad of Toad Hall' and from Pantomimes to Agatha Christie thrillers. We do however need new members continually and would be pleased to hear from anyone who is interested in theatre and drama. A vast knowledge is far from essential but the desire to work as part of team is paramount. Some of the preparation is done by members on their own but during show week the team spirit is generally high.
enq@eltc.org.uk |
ExeterEAOS (Exeter Amateur Operatic Society) was formed in 1904 and is Exeter’s oldest amateur Society. Our first production, \’The Pirates of Penzance\’ was staged in 1905 at the Royal Public Rooms in London Inn Square and was such a success it was decided to stage another show in December that year but this time at a much grander venue, Exeter\’s much loved Theatre Royal which could seat 900 patrons. Shows continued here for one week every year until 1916 resuming again in 1920 and continued until the outbreak of the second world war in 1939.The first production after the war was \‘Merrie England\’ in 1946.Productions continued every year at The Theatre Royal until 1962 when sadly it was demolished.
For two years the Society presented shows at St. Georges Hall in Market Street until a new home was found at the Savoy Cinema just across the road from the old Theatre Royal and in 1965 opened with \‘Oklahoma!\’ one of the most popular post war shows and playing to an audience of 1900 per night.
In 1969 the Society presented \’The Gondoliers\’ as a second show at the recently opened Northcott Theatre. The Society then returned to the ABC as it was then called for a further three years until it was also demolished.
\’Pink Champagne\’ was the choice for the Society\’s opening at the Northcott Theatre in 1973 and it is here we have presented shows every year since. We also use the Barnfield Theatre to stage a concert or second show usually in November.
At this years Annual General Meeting (AGM) the idea was proposed for a name change. The majority of members voted in favour of this and from July 2009 we shall be called 'Exeter Musical Society' or E.M.S. for short. We are hoping to hold some events to relaunch ourselves, so watch this space!
We have a proud history and tradition in Exeter and are the only amateur society in Exeter to stage musicals with a full orchestra at a professional theatre the next one being \‘Anything Goes\’ 2010. We employ an outside Director, Choreographer and Musical Director and aim to present shows to the highest standard.
Of course we always need new members to keep the Society alive and thriving, whether acting, singing, dancing, backstage or just to support, if you feel like \’ having a go\’ then feel free to contact us.
Chairman chairman@exetermusicalsociety.com
Secretary secretary@exetermusicalsociety.com
Marketing marketingofficer@exetermusicalsociety.com |
ExmouthExmouth Musical Theatre Company have a long history of exciting and charismatic performances within the South West. Formerly known as 'Exmouth Amateur Operatic Society', EMCo pride themselves on being a fun-loving and friendly group, who enjoy the challenges and rewards of working together to the highest standards they can achieve.
EMCo work towards two large productions a year; typically a June musical and a November concert. They rehearse weekly throughout the year towards the next show. A lively social calendar is also important to the members, including nights out, a summer dinner-dance or cruise, Barbecues, Christmas Carol singing and various other events.
The company pride themselves on their welcoming and familial ethos, having many families with at least three generations within the society. They are also a very social group, and meet regularly for social occasions and to visit other society’s performances.
They continue to welcome new members and fans, so if you would like to find out more about membership, or our various productions and performances, please explore our website and get in touch.
Contact via website |
Blackmore Theatre, 10 Bicton Street, ExmouthBlackmore Theatre – Home of the Exmouth Players
Contact via our website or social media |
PlymouthFast and Funny is a brand new theatre company born in Plymouth, who specialise in finding the humour in the world around us. Our aim is to create edgy new shows where sketch style comedy and the traditional theatre form collides, resulting in a mash up of coherent moments that explore the real, the weird and the downright ridiculous all in one hour! We truly believe that laughter is the answer to most of life’s worries, and that comedy is the best lens through which to comment on the world we live in, so our shows are shaped to allow you to escape from your daily woes and invite you to explore the very depths of your imagination.
Contact: fastandfunnyuk@gmail.com |
Plymouth / Launceston / LiskeardContemporary Drama / Touring / Education - Age Range: 16+
Contact fourthwall@btinternet.com |
19 Norton Avenue, Plymouth, Devon PL4 7PEAge Range: 16 - 106
Rehearsals: Workshops are first Sunday of every month and rehearsals are currently Mondays, Thursdays and Sundays (subject to change)
Gadzooks Theatre Company is a fresh and exciting not-for-profit theatre company producing work in the South West region.
Our aims are to create innovate theatrical works, take chances and reflect and include our community
Gadzooks Theatre Company aims to offer a creative environment to produce excellent theatre for our society.
No other not-for-profit theatre company in Plymouth is as truly democratic as Gadzooks - with every single member having the right to propose and vote for the plays that we perform.
We will always endeavour to offer a safe and creative environment for our members to work in, in order to create the best theatre that we possibly can. Gadzooks is prepared to take risks to perform the plays that others may steer clear of.
email: info@gadzookstheatre.com |
OakehamptonGet Changed based in Okehampton Devon was founded in 1995 with just 7 people…….over the years it has increased in both size (now over 20 participants and still growing) and the complexity of performance.
Get Changed works with adults with learning disabilities and mental health problems using role play and performing arts techniques to develop life skills and confidence, promote social inclusion and empower people to realise their full potential. Our work is led by our participants and is designed to inspire, entertain and educate public audiences.
Our mission is to raise the profile of the disability community and change public attitudes towards those with disabilities by creating and performing high quality arts projects.
Our vision is to increase awareness of the problems faced by people with learning disabilities and leave something striking and of lasting value within the community.
If you would like to get involved with Get Changed or discuss anything regarding the charity please contact us on the details below
get.changed@yahoo.co.uk
Get Changed meets each week at the Okement Centre main hall, North Street, Okehampton EX20 1AR (from 6th February 2013) on a Wednesday from 10.00 am -4pm.
Get Changed welcomes new members (whatever your ability) aged 16 and upwards.
Contact: info@getchanged.com |
PlymouthFarces, Dramas, Comedies & Pantomime - Age Range: 3-93 - Rehearsals: Tuesday evenings, Friday evenings & Sunday afternoons
Contact via our website or social media |
Honiton, East DevonHoniton Community Theatre Company is a friendly group who perform a pantomime in February and other plays, musicals and variety shows throughout the year.
Contact: info@honitontheatre.co.uk |
Honiton, East DevonAmateur theatre society based in East Devon. 2 productions yearly, variety nights and more!
Contact: info@honitonpanto.co.uk |
Exeter and East DevonFun and exciting Drama classes for 8-16 year olds in Exeter and East Devon.
Come along to our weekly classes for fun and exciting Drama classes in Pinhoe taught by our experienced teacher. Classes will combine games, role play, improvisations and much much more for a fully rounded Drama experience!
Classes are split into 2 age groups;
8-11 years (4-5pm) and 12-16 years (5-6pm)
Each class aims to develop imaginations, increase confidence and learn some industry performance skills.
Please visit the website for much more information
Contact: enquiries@imaginethatdrama.co.uk |
TavistockIn The Wings Theatre Company was set up in March 2009 by co-founders Ross Ayling and Morag Stolton. The concept behind ‘In The Wings Theatre Company’ is to provide exceptional entertainment to local audiences in the South West of England and also to provide education and fun to adults and children of all ages. The Company are currently producing musical and theatrical shows each summer to raise funds for local charities and to provide an opportunity for local performers and students to take part in short run performances. |
SidmouthNew 18+ drama group for Sidmouth + surrounding areas! FREE taster!
Drama groups for 13-18 yrs + adult group. LAMDA, acting coaching and consultancy for business.
Contact: info@kalla-arts.com
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MalboroughTraditionally KATS perform their main musical production in March of each year, casting and rehearsals for which can start as early as September. In 2007 KATS introduced an additional summer play which has also become a popular annual event.
The only venue in our area suitable for staging full-scale musicals is currently the Village Hall at Malborough where the Malborough Amateur Dramatic Society have been staging very successful Pantomimes for many years. The transformation of Malborough Hall into a raked-seated theatre is always a spectacular success and KATS look forward to staging quality musicals and plays there for many years to come.
Contact via website or social media |
Kingskerswell Theatre Group
KingskerswellWe meet regularly in Kingskerswell to explore and discuss all things theatre. including producing our own plays, workshops in performance and Theatre trips to local groups and mainstream venues. Go to our facebook page for more details. |
