Based in the picturesque village of Roadwater in West Somerset, the Roadwater Players put on high quality shows all year round. We are winners of multiple awards at the Somerset Fellowship of Drama, and have recently got involved with NODA.With a committed membership we put on a play every spring and a Panto every Christmas, with other things interspersed if time/people allows. We perform in the local Village Hall, which is small and cosy, presenting it’s own challenges to performance; which we deal with admirably. We always welcome new members both for stageside and backstage/ support work. We are a very friendly group and we take people in with open arms! Please see our website for more information, details of shows and how to buy tickets. Contact: info@roadwaterplayers.org
The Rondo Theatre Company is the performing arm of the Rondo Trust. We usually present several productions each year, both at the Rondo Theatre and elsewhere in Bath at highly enjoyable outdoor events in the summer. The Company dates back to 1953 when the Everyman Theatre Club met at the Octagon in Bath, the name was then changed to The Octagon Theatre Club. In 1982 the Club began performing at the newly opened Rondo Theatre in Larkhall. Its first production was Hedda Gabler, followed by a string of highly acclaimed, successful productions. Following the creation of The Rondo Trust, and the first stage of the development of the Rondo Theatre, the Company formalised its relationship with The Trust, and changed its name to The Rondo Theatre Company. It then became the Rondo’s resident community theatre group and continues to enjoy performing in this well-respected venue. Contact: mail@rondotheatrecompany.org
Saltford Amateur Drama Club was formed in 1961. Since that time, the Club has put on 115 productions on the stage and we are looking forward to many more years of performing amateur dramatics at Saltford Community Centre, Saltford, near Bath. Want to get involved? We are always looking for new members to our Club. If you are interested in acting, backstage work, publicity or front of house, then we would be delighted to hear from you. Contact via website
Somerset Opera is a friendly group of singers. We usually produce one Gilbert and Sullivan light opera every spring and follow this up with a grand opera in the summer. Occasionally there will also be a lighter show in the autumn. Of course, this isn't set in stone and some years Somerset Opera may deviate form our usual programme. Somerset Opera supports young performers in a range of ways. In addition to its Young Performers Programme, Somerset Opera is delighted to support the Somerset Song Prize (SSP) The SSP is a biennial national singing competition for young people aged 18 to 26. Somerset Opera holds rehearsals on Thursday evenings at St. James Church School, Cranmer Rd, Taunton TA1 1XU and welcome enquiries from all voice registers. We do hold auditions and these are arranged with the musical director. Somerset Opera's spring production is usually a tour, performing in village halls, churches and theatres around Somerset.
Stagecoach Bath is a part-time theatre arts school training children aged 4 - 18 years in Dance, Drama and Singing. Weekly sessions are held every Friday and Saturday during term time. Friday classes: Early Stages (age 4 - 6) Friday 4pm – 5.30pm Main School (age 6 - 18) Friday 4.30pm – 7.30pm Friday classes are held at Oldfield Park Junior School, Bath, BA2 2JL Saturday Morning classes: Early Stages (age 4 -6) 10.00am – 11.30am Main School (age 6 – 18) 9.30am- 12.30pm Saturday morning classes are held at Hayesfield Lower School, Bath, BA2 3QX Saturday Afternoon classes: Early Stages (age 4 - 6) Saturday 1.30pm - 3.00pm Main School (age 6 - 15) Saturday 2.30pm - 5.30pm Further Stages (age 15 – 18) Saturday 2.30pm – 5.30pm Saturday classes are held at Hayesfield Upper School, Upper Oldfield Park, Bath BA2 3LA. Sibling discounts of 50% are available. We limit classes to just 18 children in both Early Stages and Main School. Main School is divided up into 3 stages depending on the children’s age. Stage 1 (6 - 9), Stage 2 (9 - 12) & Stage 3 (12 - 15) and Further Stages (15 - 18). We also hold workshops at Easter and in the Summer holidays, this is open to all stagecoach and non-stagecoach children. For more details please email bath@stagecoach.co.uk, visit their website www.stagecoach.co.uk/bath You can also see more about Stagecoach Bath online via their Facebook page (StagecoachBath).
We are constantly seeking to improve the theatre itself and the quality of our shows. To do this we always welcome new members and patrons who can bring with them new ideas, energy and commitment. We would very much like you to join us on stage and off. The Swan Theatre, 138 Park Street, Yeovil, Somerset BA20 1QT Email: swantheatre@gmail.com
We welcome new members to come along and join the society, but TAOS is not just singing and dancing. There is a huge range of other skills and activities needed to help put on a successful show – such as costume, make-up, props, and other blackgang duties – so come along, join us and get involved you will be most welcome! Contact via website or Tauntonaos@me.com
The Taunton Thespians have been providing live theatre for and by the people of Taunton and surrounding area since 1927. The Thespians' home is The Place in Wilfred Road, Taunton, Somerset, England. Every year the Thespians entertain thousands of people by: •Staging two major main-house productions, for many years at the Brewhouse Theatre, from November 2009 till March 2014 at the Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre, returning to the Brewhouse in November 2014 •Participating in drama festivals in other theatres around Somerset •Putting on in-house productions for members •Spending two weeks on the road with a touring production every summer Email via website Contacts page or: chairman@tauntonthespians.org.uk or secretary@tauntonthespians.org.uk or membership@tauntonthespians.org.uk
The wide and universal theatre... All the world's a stage, And all the men and women merely players They have their exits and their entrances And one man in his time plays many parts, His acts being seven ages. - Shakespeare (1564-1616) As You Like It,II.7.137 The Blakehay Actors Company was formed in 2006. From the start it was decided to aim for the highest standard possible. Actors were recruited locally and auditioned. It turned out that Weston has a wealth of acting talent and the Actors Co were fortunate to recruit several and the original company comprised of Frances Iles, Rebecca Fuller, Robert Iles, Peter Nicholls, Pauline Colsey, Jennifer Hart, Pete Nicholls, Conrad Collinge, Laura James, John Edgar. The company's first production, Comfort and Joy by Mike Harding was an ambitious choice and it was decided to hire professional director Keith Myers. Several productions later the Blakehay Actors Company have settled into a routine of two major productions per year and several bye monthly short play evenings. These midweek (usually Wednesday and Thursday) productions are far ranging from Pinter to local writing talent. There is no doubt one of the reasons that the Actors Company has grown in popularity is the format, ticket prices include a wine and cheese supper and a chance to chat to the cast. The Blakehay Actors Company is always on the look out for new talent and indeed new actors have joined the group as others have left. They are also on the look out for all sort of support both front of house and back stage. If you have some acting experience and would like to join the Blakehay Actors Company Please contact us. Experienced back stage and technical crew members are always welcome. Contact via our website or social media
Drama, comedy and Variety - Age Range: 14 onwards - Rehearsals: Tuesdays, Thursdays A group for everyone in and around the Taunton area. Newcomers always welcome! Contact via our website or social media
The MATA Regal Theatre Company Ltd runs the theatre with the help of an army of volunteers all of whom work hard to make you feel welcome and to ensure that you enjoy a splendid night out. mail@regaltheatre.co.uk
Based in Taunton, Somerset, the group has been putting on popular family shows since 1962. Now performing annually at the Brewhouse Theatre in Taunton, the group has grown from strength to strength. In fact in the last couple of years, performing in the Wayfarers has turned into a fun 12 month extravaganza with special appearances at charity events all year round! Contact: enquiries@wayfarers-pantomime.co.uk
Tickenham Drama Group is a fun and friendly amateur dramatics groups based in Tickenham, North Somerset. We perform at Tickenham Village Hall, 205 Clevedon Road Contact: see website
Conygre Hall, North Rd, Timsbury, Near Bath BA2 0JQ
We are a small but lively Theatre Group based in Timsbury in North East Somerset. We aim to put on a play in the Spring, an entertainment evening in the early summer and our widely renowned pantomime in December. We meet in the Conygre Hall, North Road, Timsbury most Tuesday evenings at 8pm and are always interested in greeting new members. You don't even have to get up on stage - we are always seeking people with varied skills to help with productions, from scene building to costumes and music. We also have an active social calendar, with theatre trips, skittles evenings, an annual dinner, a Treasure Hunt and various other fun activities. During the summer we have play readings to pick the following year’s productions - there is always something going on! Fancy getting involved? Join us every Tuesday night at 7.30 in the Conygre Hall or get in touch via our web site. Contact via our website or social media
Friendly, 40-strong adult choir enjoying mainly church music, but have even sung Abba! 3 or 4 concerts per year, some with orchestra, and occasional services. The Trinity Singers is a unique combination of concert choir and church choir, based on the north slopes of the Mendips
