The Performing Arts Company is a very successful youth theatre company based in Hedge End near Southampton. The Performing Arts Company, was set up in Hedge End in 1992 for the benefit of the young people of the local area, to perform in the arts under constructive learning to performance level. In the last 20 years we have rehearsed and performed over 60 productions, from musicals and pantomimes to concerts. We have rehearsed in Hedge End Youth and Community Centre twice a week over all that time, initially there was nowhere to perform in Hedge End, so we put our shows on at The Eastpoint Centre, Southampton and The Point in Eastleigh. Over the past few years we have performed our smaller shows at Hedge End Village Hall, and since the opening of The Berry Theatre in Hedge End, and with the committees support we have moved our Summer and Pantomime to The Berry with our concerts based in the Village Hall, which means we are totally based in Hedge End. We have three performances throughout the year, advertised locally and on our site, and over the past 20 years we have trained and encouraged well over 200 young people in the arts, many have now gone out in to the big wide world with confidence to tackle life in a variety of jobs. We are now beginning to encourage the next generation of young people within the company to go into the future. We are always keen to welcome new members in all areas including cast, back stage, choreography, orchestra and production team. Box Office: 01489 799 499 Contact via our website or social media
Welcome to the Petersfield Theatre Group - a leading group of amateur players offering musical theatre to a high standard. We were formed in 2008 by merging the highly regarded Petersfield Hi-Lights Society and the Petersfield Operatic Society - two societies which have entertained audiences for many years. If you would like any further information about the Petersfield Theatre Group Contact via our website or social media or chair@petersfieldtheatregroup.org sec@petersfieldtheatregroup.org
Converted from a former Edwardian school, The Phoenix is a thriving theatre and arts centre in Bordon, Hampshire. The intimate raked theatre plays host to more than thirty professional shows per year which include drama, comedy, music and one-man shows. In addition to this the Phoenix offers a wide range of arts activities both at the centre and as outreach work in the community for people of all ages and abilities.
The Point Youth Theatre is open to all young people aged 8 – 21 giving every young person the opportunity to take part in safe, empowering and challenging theatre regardless of age, background or ability.
We operate an ensemble approach to everything we do, putting young people in the driving seat, creating equality and camaraderie within the youth theatre. We provide inspirational, engaging and celebratory events that allow young people the opportunity to express themselves, develop a passion and make the most of their talent.
Through collaboration between youth theatre members and creative professionals, we create exciting, honest and enjoyable productions that stimulate and challenge participants and audiences’ alike.
As well as weekly workshops we also offer a range of performances opportunities throughout the year from large scale main house and outdoor productions to intimate studio and dynamic street theatre performances. To join and for more information on our youth theatre and drama club contact our Drama Development Team at youththeatre@eastleigh.gov.uk
Founded in the early 1960s, Portchester Players are currently celebrating over 40 years in the business. In this time, we have tackled pretty much all forms of theatre, from Panto to Greek tragedy. We have had some notable successes in the All England Drama Festival. We are a relatively small society and we rehearse at Portchester Methodist Hall on Tuesdays and (very often but not always) Thursdays. We are always very happy to welcome new members. We do between two and three shows a year and our performance venue is the Ashcoft Arts Centre, Fareham.
Portsmouth Players Theatre 11-18 Founded in 1926, the Portsmouth Players, since their initial production in 1927 of The Gondoliers, have presented a wide range of musicals, including many classics and a number of new shows. The Portsmouth Players aim to work to the highest possible professional standard, and employs professional Directors and Choreographers, Musical Directors and Musicians, scenery and costumes in a full-size theatre. Each production costs £30,000 - £40,000 to stage, and audiences for previous shows have regularly exceeded 8,000 for a week's run. As well as three main musical productions each year, Players also perform a variety of concerts, cabarets and other shows at the Barn (their headquarters in Milton Park) and other venues. There is also an active youth section: Theatre 11-18, which was founded in 1978 and aims to develop in young people a range of theatre skills and the discipline of working with others through training, workshops and an annual musical production. Many members of Theatre 11-18 graduate to the senior company, and a number have gone on to train at Stage School and enter the professional theatre. Membership & Inquiries: PO Box 18, Portsmouth PO4 8TX
We are a small, friendly and enthusiastic amateur dramatics society that meets in Poulner, near Ringwood in Hampshire, on the edge of the New Forest. Productions We produce three main shows each year: a musical play or pantomime in February, a play in May/June and a studio production in August.For membership enquiries, please contact us via membership@poulner-players.org.uk. For ticket enquiries, please tickets@poulner-players.org.uk
Propbox Youth Theatre aims to offer inclusive drama and musical performance opportunities for young people aged 8-16. The not for profit theatre group openly promotes individualism and chances for young people to rehearse with mixed ability and aged peers. Propbox Youth Theatre will offer a professional environment for young people to develop performing skills and learn professional rehearsal ethics. Contact: propboxyouththeatre@gmail.com
We are always on the look out for new actors and also backstage crew. PATS meet every friday night at 7:30 at Deverell hall in Purbrook, this is located just off of London road. for further information feel free to contact us Alternatively please feel free to drop by and see what it is all about. Contact via our website or social media
RicNic Hampshire
Hampshire
RicNic is an award-winning theatre charity which is extremely special, because it does not charge participation fees and prides passion and drive above all else. We encourage young people from any and all backgrounds to join us in our appreciation of the theatre. Every summer, a group of young people come together to produce a musical. Every member of the company, from the director to the cast, the band to the set designer is aged 16-21. As a group of young people, we are eager to develop love of the arts and culture in our local community.
Formed in 1911 (and to put the event in context, that was the year before the Titanic hit the iceberg!), Ringwood Musical & Dramatic Society has been producing musicals, concerts, plays and revues ever since.
Ringwood Waldorf School stands on the borders of Dorset and Hampshire, close to the River Avon. To the east lie the ancient port of Southampton and the beautiful New Forest: to the north the plains of Salisbury and to the south Bournemouth and the sea. From this area, and beyond, children aged between three and seventeen, come to learn and grow together. The School was founded in a row of labourers' cottages - "Folly Farm" - in 1974 and opened with six pupils. There are now over two hundred and sixty children and the school has just completed the building of a purpose-designed complex, the only new-build Waldorf Steiner school in the UK. We have ten classrooms, four kindergartens, a spacious hall and dedicated rooms for special activities such as Music, Handwork, Science, Woodwork and Eurythmy. If you wish to contact us, please do so using one of the methods below. We look forward to hearing from you. By mail@ringwoodwaldorfschool.org.uk By post:
Our mission is to empower as many children as possible through weekly full band lessons in schools and at home, making music fun and accessible for all
Romsey Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society (RAODS) owns and operates The Plaza Theatre. Located between Southampton, Salisbury and Winchester, in the heart of Wessex, the Plaza Theatre is perfectly situated to serve the Test Valley's entertainment and arts needs. Smaller but more intimate than the nearby Mayflower, Nuffield and Playhouse theatres, the Plaza offers Pantomime, Musicals, Operetta, Drama, Dance, Youth productions and Live Music. Plaza Theatre, Winchester Road, Romsey SO51 8JA Booking Office: 01794 512987 Secretary secretary@raods.org.uk Chairman chairman@raods.org.uk Business Manager business.manager@raods.org.uk
Rowlands Castle Amateur Dramatic Society was formed in 1978. We perform two to three productions each year, ranging from farce and comedy to pantomime and thrillers. We are always keen to welcome new members to act or help backstage. We meet every Wednesday evening from 8pm onwards at The Parish Hall, Links Lane, Rowlands Castle. If you are interested in joining our group, or interested in attending one of our productions, contact details are below:
The Royal Navy Theatre Association (RNTA) exists to enhance the confidence, team-working and leadership qualities of service and civilian personnel through the medium of drama and to foster good relationships between those from different backgrounds relating to the Service. Particular encouragement is given to the Naval Training Estate and to Naval Bases and Air Stations, but the higher level headquarters are also urged to pitch in with the active participation.
The RNTA is made up a collection of theatre companies across the world. They include Collingwood RSC (Fareham), Admirals' Players (Portsmouth), Sultan Theatre Group (Gosport) & Trafalgar Theatre Group (Gibraltar).
The RNTA puts on a Summer Production each year as well as holding a Spring Festival for all groups to take part in.
A group of nearly 60 men based in the Hampshire/Surrey area who aim to entertain, to raise money for local charities and to have fun doing it. Contact: recruitment@rushmoormvc.com
Sarisbury Theatre Company & Sarisbury Youth Theatre Company
The Silchester Players are an amateur dramatics group performing in Silchester, north Hampshire. The Silchester Players is a vibrant, active amateur dramatics group in north Hampshire. This award-winning group perform a variety of productions every year from comedies and pantomimes, to thrillers and whodunnits, and revues and Old Tyme Music Halls. We have a varied membership from the local community and all sorts of backgrounds, and welcome anyone from 10 years upwards. Amateur dramatics isn’t just about performing – a whole team of people with different skills come together to make a successful production. If you can act, paint, dance, do DIY, sing, sew, design or have technical skills then we have a place for you.
A musical theatre company Silhouette Musical Theatre has been running for over 10 years and raised in excess of £40,000 for 'HCPT - The Pilgrimage Trust'. HCPT takes mentally, physically and socially disadvantaged young people on a week's pilgrimage to Lourdes, in the South of France, each Easter. All of the members are passionate about music, singing and raising money for such a great cause. Contact info@silhouettemusicaltheatre.co.uk - auditions@silhouettemusicaltheatre.co.uk
Soberton Soberton Village Hall, School Hill, Soberton, Hampshire, SO32 3PF
The Soberton Players are based in the villages of Soberton and Newtown in the picturesque Meon Valley, between Portsmouth and Southampton. Many of the Players live locally, but our ranks are often swelled by talent from further afield, as well as by former residents who have left the area - and all receive a very warm welcome from this friendly group. We perform two productions a year, ranging from farce and comedy to pantomime and musicals. We are always keen to welcome new members to act or help backstage. We rehearse on Monday and Thursday evenings 8 - 10 pm, at the Soberton Village Hall. If you are interested in joining our group or in attending one of our productions, contact details are given below. Tickets tickets@sobertonplayers.co.uk Contact Secretary secretary@sobertonplayers.co.uk
Come along to a FREE taster session! Find details on our website. Looking for a performing arts school, kids club or singing sessions with a difference? We are the UK's leading singing group for young people aged 7-17. We run weekly sessions throughout the year and pride ourselves on teaching young people about harmony singing, vocal technique and performance skills in a fun, creative and engaging way.
St. Mark's Institute, 37 Victoria Road, Woolston, Southampton, SO19 9DY
New Members If you're interested in joining the society as an acting member then please contact our new members' secretary via newmembers@southamptonmusicalsociety.co.uk We hold open auditions for new members two or three times a year at our rehearsal hall in Woolston. What's involved? Audition requirements are that you are required to prepare a song (you will need to bring along a backing track on a CD or MP3 player); you will be asked to read a piece of dialogue (this will be given to you at the audition and you are not required to learn it by heart); and you will be expected to perform a short dance routine. Minimum Age The minimum age for joining is 16, but if the show requires children, we audition them separately.
Southampton Operatic Society (SOS), an award-winning group of about 100 amateur performers of all ages. Established in 1924, we are the longest established dramatic society in the area but we are also a forward-looking group with a vibrant social scene and a large Junior Section (Debut Youth Theatre). We perform a wide variety of shows from grand opera right through to Gilbert & Sullivan and modern musicals. We also have a concert group which is available to provide high quality, entertaining concert performances. We support a number of local and national charities. Acting membership is open to anyone who passes an audition but we are always looking for non-acting members to assist with our all-important offstage activities. For further details please contact us via committee@sotonopera.org
Founded in 1957, the South Downe Musical Society (SDMS) perform 2 musicals per year at the Kings Theatre, Southsea and also a summer show or ‘Showstoppers’ at the Ferneham Hall in Fareham. Rehearsals take place at the new Portchester Parish Hall in Castle Street, Portchester on Wednesday evenings from 7:30 pm. Anyone interested in auditioning or wishing to join in behind the scenes should contact us.
The Southsea Shakespeare Actors are one of Portsmouth's oldest and most well-renowned amateur theatre companies. We produce 3-4 productions a year at venues across the city. The SSA boasts a large membership of both acting and backstage talents, and we cater for people of all ages, though for full membership you must be over 16 years. The SSA offers the chance to see and, if you want to, perform and direct in the plays of Shakespeare and other writers of merit; and it is also a great way to meet people and have fun. Our youth company, Upstage! is aimed at teenagers, presenting the opportunity to learn theatre skills and take part in in-house and main house productions. The group meets once a week during term-time at our HQ in Omega Street, Portsmouth. We also have a group of supporters of the company, the "Friends of the SSA". As well as receiving our regular newsletter "Billboard", Friends are entitled to attend our in-house productions and social events, get generous discounts on tickets and vote at the AGM. We have recently celebrated our 60th anniversary and have a varied and exciting programme of productions on the horizon to begin the next 60.... Membership & Inquiries: thesouthseashakespeareactors@hotmail.co.uk
Sparsholt College is near Winchester, in the south of England. We are not the local college for the majority of our students so it is their commitment in seeking out the best training available which brings them to us. But we are geared up to be accessible, with Campus Direct buses bringing students right into the campus from all over Hampshire and beyond, plus students from the age of 16 upwards accommodated in wardened, residential halls on campus. Contact enquiry@sparsholt.ac.uk
We are a volunteer run group offering opportunities to anyone interested in musical theatre. If you are aged between 8 and 80 then join us to get involved in acting, stage management, wardrobe, technical, lighting, front of house or marketing. We meet to rehearse on Monday evenings at Guide HQ in Bishopstoke, 7.30-9.30pm. Our productions are staged at The Point in Eastleigh. We perform two major productions in a year, one in May and the other in November. We also undertake other smaller performances, concerts and events throughout the year. For more details, please contact us directly. If you’re interested in working as part of a team, meeting new people and learning fresh skills then please contact us. Spot On Productions warmly welcome new members to our friendly group.
Formed in 1980, the Stage One Youth Theatre Group produces shows from the West End musicals. The Company is open to members between the ages of 8 and 18. Based at Mayfield School, Portsmouth, the group rehearses on Friday evenings, from 7 to 9pm. Stage One encourages and develops participation in arts activities. Its objective is the cultivation of the arts and drama for the youth of today. The Company achieves its aims by allowing members to develop and grow their talents, build their confidence, learn new skills and enjoy the arts, music and drama. And, above all, to have FUN.
The Annex, Highfield Campus, University Road, Southampton SO17 1BJ
Stage Technicians' Society at the Uni of Southampton (StageSoc). We provide complete technical support for SUSU Performing Arts and more! StageSoc are a friendly and busy society, being involved in a huge number of productions every year (we exceeded 26 last year!) We also have weekly socials including trips to the West End, bowling, karaoke (singing optional!), meals out, many evenings in The Stags/Hobbit and not forgetting after-show parties! Contact: stagesoc@soton.ac.uk
The Stage2 Theatre Company is a new company founded with the aim of producing shows that other amateur societies have passed by. We are an amateur society drawing on the best of local talent in the Southampton area of England in order to stage small Musical comedy productions. We pride ourselves on a high standard of music and stage presentation to give our audiences the best of entertainment. Contact via our website or social media
Starburst Theatre Company is an active part of the community. It strives to produce quality theatre whether it be the thrill of a musical or the fun of pantomime while raising money for Starburst Charity helping local children with special needs. We produce two main shows a year. A musical in the summer and a pantomime at Christmas. We are always looking for new people to help out whether on stage or back stage. All profits from our productions go to Starburst Charity which allow the Charity to grant wishes to local children with special needs.
We are a small friendly group who enjoy our hobby, presenting two plays & one Music Hall per year. Check out our website for further details, Give it a go, look forward to seeing you!
STP Musicals was born in 2004 - a reincarnation of Southern Theatre Productions. In 2005 a Junior Section was created named STP Musicals Academy and the group are now in rehearsals for their 10th production. Former venues include the Theatre Royal Winchester and Hanger Farm Arts Centre. 2007 sees a return to Ferneham Hall in Fareham for Disney’s High School Musical. Rehearsals currently on Sundays, 2 - 6pm at Fleming Park Bowling Club, Eastleigh Membership & Inquiries: stpmusicals@btinternet.com
Sultan Theatre Group is a self funded amateur theatrical group that puts on two entertaining shows a year. The first is staged around the end of March early April and serves as our annual entry to the RNTA Drama Festival. The second is staged early December and provides the seasonal fun in our notorious Pantomime. The group consists of a mixture of multi-talented performers and back stage crew taken from a wide variety of serving members, civil servants, friends, family, civilians and children from within the local area. We are always on the lookout for new members to help out with all aspects of our productions, both on stage and behind the scenes. If you think you have a talent and would like to find out more information about the theatre group please contact us. Membership & Inquiries: info@sultantheatre.org.uk
Southampton University Players (SUP) is an amateur dramatic society based at the University of Southampton. Our membership is drawn from current and past university staff, some students, as well as people of all ages from the wider Southampton community. As a society we put on two major productions a year at the Nuffield Theatre as well as studio and children’s outdoor productions. In addition we regularly participate in drama festivals both in Eastleigh and Totton. When and where do we meet? Rehearsals for a production at the Nuffield Theatre take place twice a week usually on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. 7.30pm - 10pm. In the weeks before a production, rehearsals may increase to include a Sunday morning or afternoon. Rehearsals for outdoor and festival productions usually take place once a week on a Thursday evening, with the occasional Sunday afternoon added in as we approach the production dates. All rehearsals take place on the University Campus. Why not join us? We are a very friendly society, with a real team spirit and we are always looking to welcome new members. Whether you want to act, direct, stage manage, make costumes, find props etc. or simply come to a play reading and see what it is all about, then we would love to hear from you. Contact us via the website or social media
SUSU Comedy Society
Southampton
Writing, Performing, and Appreciating Comedy. Southampton University
We are @YourSUSU Showstoppers, the University of Southampton Students' Union Musical Theatre Society! Get in touch for info, or come along to a free workshop! Showstoppers was nominated for the Best Society at the SUSU Excellence in Volunteering Awards in 2008, 2010 and 2012. As well as putting on shows, we are a highly social society - we organise loads of socials including theatre trips, balls and of course pub crawls. We are a very welcoming society and aim to give members the opportunity to expand their talents and learn new skills, as well as provide a lively social group within the Students Union. Contact: showstoppers@susu.org or president@susushowstoppers.co.uk
Theatre Group is the University of Southampton Students’ Union’s theatre society. If you love live theatre, be it acting, directing or simply going to see shows, we’re the society for you! Theatre Group produces an extensive annual programme of shows throughout the year which are staged in a number of venues in Southampton, most commonly the Annex Theatre on the University’s main Highfield Campus. We also take a variety of shows on tour to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe every August. Additionally, we run regular, free workshops which cover a range of topics and techniques from stage combat to improvisation, from directing techniques to original writing performance, and from Shakespeare to Shaffer. Whether you’re a veteran of the stage or just interested in seeing what it’s all about, we welcome all Southampton University students who have a passion for theatre. There are plenty of ways to get involved with Theatre Group, be it whether you’d like to take on the fully fledged experience of being involved with a show, or instead prefer to just drop in occasionally and experience, partake in, or talk about theatre. Contact via website
We are a friendly group and always ready to welcome new members to join in with whatever we are involved with. For more information, visit our website www.swanmoreamateurdramaticsociety.co.uk
