Established in 1948, Farnworth Little Theatre is an amateur theatre group situated just outside Bolton. Our first full length play 'Night Must Fall', was presented in 1949, and since then we have offered a continuous programme of up to five full length productions a year. We are totally self-supporting, financing the running and upkeep of the theatre through box office takings, membership fees, charitable donations and regular fund-raising events. The theatre is run by volunteers and therefore offers many opportunities for people of all ages to get involved in a range of activities, from acting to wardrobe, lighting and sound to publicity and set-building. We have a thriving Youth Group for 11-18 year olds who also participate in many of the wider activities of the theatre. Why not come and meet us on one of our club nights – Thursdays from 8pm? Join us for a drink in the bar and find out more about how our Little Theatre is run. Box Office on 0845 643 0808 publicity@farnworthlittletheatre.co.uk
THE GREAT HALL Royal Exchange Theatre, St Ann's Square, Manchester, M2 7DH
JOIN OUR FRIENDLY FLYING SAUCERS DRAMA CLUBS FOR 5-7 AND 8-11 YEAR OLDS 11 JANUARY 2015 - 22 MARCH 2015 Flying Saucer drama clubs zoom back to the Royal Exchange! Crafty pigs and scary wolves have been spotted in the building this season as over 50 children under 11 have taken part in our very first Flying Saucer Drama Clubs, creating work based on the story of the 3 Little Pigs. We’ll be starting a new term on Sunday 11th January and booking is now open for children aged 5 – 7 and 8 – 11. Working with a professional theatre maker and using a whole new story, children will play games, make new friends and have a go at creating their own plays to perform at the Royal Exchange for their family and friends. The friendly sessions will give children the chance to explore the theatre, learn all about storytelling and help to build their confidence. Places are limited and Flying Saucers is very popular, so please book your child’s place early to avoid disappointment. Schools Booking: schools@royalexchange.co.uk
For The Love Of - Theatre Company
Salford
6 University of Salford Students Final Theatre Project | Theatre & Performance
help1@gmdf.org Organisation promoting all aspects of Amateur Theatre in the Greater Manchester region. The Greater Manchester Drama Federation (GMDF) is recognised as one of the leading associations representing amateur theatre in the North West of England. The GMDF is a registered charity, Registration Number 517020. The GMDF's affiliated network alone makes it one of the largest regional organisations of its type and it's Full Length Festival, is probably the largest drama festival to be held in Europe. We also hold a long established, annual, week long, One Act Festival. IF YOU WISH TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT TAKING PART IN AMATEUR THEATRE PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE NOT A PERFORMING COMPANY - Click here to see our members who will be happy to hear from you.
Guide Bridge Theatre is a non-professional theatre run entirely by volunteers producing six plays and one pantomime a year. It’s also home to a number of other community groups including a weekly senior citizens tap class, a monthly luncheon club, an active youth theatre, home of BASE Performing Arts - offering classes in Musical Theatre and Commercial/Street Dance, and home of Made By Mortals and The Johnny Barlow Theatre Company offering weekly classes and workshops. The theatre is also a live music venue and available for ad hoc hires hosting visiting/touring companies. New Members and Friends always welcome – visit our website or email hello@gbtheatre.co.uk for more information.
Secretary HATS THEATRE GROUP is a small and enthusiastic amateur theatre group based in Stretford, Manchester. The Group has been performing for the local community since the 1970s. Over the years we have presented comedies, farces, dramas, murder mysteries, one-act plays and pantomimes. Minimum age for membership is 16 years and we are always happy to welcome new members whether you are interested in treading the boards or working behind the scenes, in lighting, sound, stage management or front of house. We also enjoy numerous Social activities. Membership costs just £15 per year. YOU WILL FIND US EVERY THURSDAY EVENING FROM 7.30pm at ST HUGH OF LINCOLN PARISH HALL, STRETFORD
Located in South Manchester on the boundaries of Heald Green and Gatley in Stockport, Heald Green Theatre is an amateur company that has something for everyone. If you are in search of a good value night out then we offer a full programme of plays throughout the seaon. Or, if participation is more your thing then we welcome membership from people of all ages and experiences wishing to get involved in acting, directing, backstage work and front of house activities to name but a few. We operate two youth groups, The Academy and Next Generation, which cater for children between the ages of 8 to 21 years and offers them the chance to gain experience of stage craft within a working theatre from experienced performers and staging/technical crew whilst also making new friends and developing new skills. Activities you can get involved in: Acting Directing Production assistant Props Prompting Wardrobe Lighting Sound Stage Management Set Construction Youth Work Front of House & Bar Adult membership costs £40 per annum and includes a season ticket. Youth group subscriptions cost £30 per annum. For membership enquiries info@hgtc.org.uk Box Office boxoffice@hgtc.org.uk
Join the most popular Drama classes in the world. Our classes help students aged 5 to 17 yrs: Develop confidence, Feel good about themselves, Meet new friends. Children will take part in: Dress up days, Mime, Movement, Speech, Plays, Presentations, Fun drama games, Improvisation, Script work, and bring a friend days. Most of the classes are taught by the Principal. All teachers are CRB checked. Act Now FIRST LESSON IS FREE! Contact via our website or social media
Moorside Memorial Hall, Moorside Rd, Swinton, Manchester
Holy Rood Stage Society is an amateur dramatic and musical society based in Swinton, Manchester. We have our own stage and rehearsal space and enjoy performing three productions a year. We recently celebrated our 100th show after many years of successful plays, revues and pantomimes. Our most successful shows are our pantomimes which are always well received and pull in great audiences. Contact: tickets@holyroodstagesociety.com
info@hydefestivaltheatre.org.uk The Festival Theatre in Hyde, Greater Manchester is home to several amateur groups in the area whose combined efforts mean that in one season there can be as many as eleven or twelve productions ranging from drama to musicals, from dance to pantomime. It is the only live theatre venue in Hyde and in recent years there have been performances of La Cage Aux Folles, The Accrington Pals, Return To The Forbidden Planet, Peter Pan to name but a few. For more information about the individual societies who use this theatre please visit our links page.
We rehearse on Monday and Thursday evenings from 7:30pm at Lees Street Church Hall Theatre, Lees Street, Higher Openshaw, M11 1NW. We are very lucky to be able to rehearse in the venue, and on the stage, where we perform our shows. During the year we perform a variety of shows, such as pantomimes, plays and variety shows. We are always looking for new members who would like to perform in shows or help backstage. You can email us leesstreetccamds@yahoo.co.uk , find us on Facebook facebook.com/LeesStreet or check out our website. We look forward to seeing you soon! Contact via email leesstreetccamds@yahoo.co.uk
Little Allstars Casting & Modelling Agency based in Manchester, providing professional representation to Actors & Models, from Babies to Adults. Adult Actors are represented via our Adults division Allstars Actors Management. We also represent Models and Professionally trained Actors from London. Whether you are looking for Actors, Dancers, Models, Promotional Models or Singers – Little Allstars can cater for all your needs. Clients are able to view hundreds of Actors/Models within a 40 Mile Radius of Manchester.
Whether you are looking for Actors, Dancers, Models, Promotional Models or Singers – Little Allstars can cater for all your needs. Clients are able to view hundreds of Actors/Models within a 40 Mile Radius of Manchester. LOOKING FOR REPRESENTATION? Spotlight Actors wishing to register should email your recent showreel, CV & headshot to casting@littleallstars.co.uk. Non-Spotlight Actors, Models & Promotional Models: please email us for an Application Form. Dancers & Singers: please email us a Showreel and any Recent Work. Contact via our website or social media
Oldham The Lyceum Theatre, 95 Union Street, Oldham, Lancs OL1 1QG
The Lyceum Theatre Oldham is the home of the Lyceum Players The Lyceum Players are an amateur theatre company based at the Lyceum Theatre in Oldham, Lancashire. Five productions are presented each season in our own theatre in the lower ground floor of the Lyceum Building, Union Street, Oldham Contact thelyceumtheatre@gmail.com or info@lyceumtheatre.org.uk
We are always on a recruitment drive, as all groups need new and young blood. We rehearse on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings Sept - April at St Nicholas's Church Hall, Kingsway, East Disbury M19 1PL We present our productions in Nov, Feb and April at St Werburgh's Church Hall, St Werburgh's Road, Chorlton M21 0UH Auditions: liaison@mcr-ath-dramasoc.orgsecretary@mcr-ath-dramasoc.org Contact information for auditions – email address or phone number liaison@mcr-ath-dramasoc.org or find us on Facebook as Manchester Athenaeum Dramatic Society
A new independent theatre company producing shows and showcasing our Actors in Manchester City Centre. We aim to produce fun shows of a professional standard to entertain our audiences. We're always open to new members looking for a place to grow their experience, learn new skills and meet new theatre friends. Our sessions run every week in the busy city of Manchester. We're a little group with big ambitions - please come see what our little hub is all about! Contact: info@mhdrama.com
Manchester Shakespeare Co Drama Society
35 39 Oldham Street, Manchester M1 1JG (we'll be in the 3MT Venue)
Hello, just to let you know we have a new Drama Society in the heart of Manchester, in Afflecks. Adults who live in the city or on the East side of Manchester are most welcome. We're hoping to put on two performances a year but no pressure if that doesn't happen. The group is about enjoying learning and experiencing W. Shakespeare' s plays 'done the Manchester way'. Contact: us for further details. Contact via our website or social media
The Manchester Theatre Academy is aimed at 6-18 year olds who want to learn more about performance. Drama is a great way to build confidence, alongside learning new skills and making new friends. Are you aged between 6-18? Always fancied learning more about drama? Being involved in drama is a great way to build confidence, alongside learning new skills, working as a team and making new friends. So, why not join us on Saturdays at ‘Manchester Theatre Academy’? When and Where? Droylsden Little Theatre, Castle Close Junior group- 6-10 yr olds, 1.30-2.30pm Intermediate group- 11-14 yr olds, 2.45-3.45pm Senior group- 14-18 yr olds, 4-5pm
MUGSS is one of Manchester's longest-running student societies (2011 was our 60th anniversary!) and over the years we have earned a reputation for producing fun, innovative shows at professional venues. How to Join The easiest way to get involved is to come along to our next rehearsal. We meet on Wednesdays from 7:00pm, and our first few rehearsals will be at the University of Manchester Student's Union (South Campus). We don't assume any prior experience so don't worry if you can't read music or you've never performed in a show before. You don't need to audition or have any previous experience to join our cast. We want to give everyone the opportunity to be on stage and can teach you everything you need to know. We only audition for our principal roles. Contact: www.mugss.org/contact/
WE’RE ALWAYS LOOKING FOR NEW TALENT. Are you an actor or interested in becoming an actor? ‘Marble Academy’, here in Manchester, is devoted to tutoring actors who are passionate about acting, want to work on their talent, expand their techniques, and are aiming to make it their career. We focus on getting students to bring out the best performances they can.
Marble Academy is not just a 'drama club' for those who quite like acting, our students have a passion, a determination, and a focus on what they want to do and where they want to go. They listen and learn from tutoring to help them achieve the best they can. We also work towards putting on theatrical productions, and doing ‘Showcases’ so our students can perform sketches, monologues, and scenes in front of an audience. We also concentrate on getting our students on networking pages and scan audition sites to put them forward for possible, and suitable auditions If you are interested in becoming a student, please get in touch with me as soon a possible and you will be sent an application form, we’ll arrange an interview, I will also send a script piece for you to perform at the interview session so I can see your potential. www.marbleacademy.co.uk
Contact via meighan.meighanandhodgins@googlemail.com Meighan Youth Theatre Productions was founded in 2009 when it was then known as Meighan and Hodgins Productions. We perform 3/4 shows a year.
Mossley Amateur Operatic & Dramatic Society (MAODS) has a very active calendar of events based around our yearly productions of a play, a pre-Christmas musical and a Spring musical production. Alongside this we have our exciting and talented Next Generation youth theatre group which meets weekly and produces its own showcase productions throughout the year. The Society is based at Woodend Mill, Mossley, where we also have our own mini-theatre, rehearsal rooms and youth theatre workshop facilities, as well as set production workshop. All our major productions are presented at the George Lawton Hall, Stamford Street, Mossley. Just check out the website for details of our youth theatre workshops, and for the latest information on forthcoming productions. Contact via our website or social media
