Formed in 1995 by a group of friends as an amateur company, Ad Hoc have been actively involved in staging plays and seasonal shows ever since, we are a lively and friendly am-dram group . Ad Hoc Theatre Group Ballymena provide opportunities for; acting, performing, directing, writing and developing back-stage skills in Ballymena. Our membership is free and open to all from 17 to 117! Whether you are an absolute beginner, professionally trained in drama, or anywhere in between, all we require from members is enthusiasm. Our programme for the year includes producing plays, readings and rehearsals, devising and developing reviews and sketches and workshop activities. Contact via our website or social media
Mission Ballywillan Drama Group is a cross-community organisation, affiliated to Holy Trinity Church in the Parish of Ballywillan, Portrush; which seeks to promote and encourage all aspects of Theatrical Arts in an environment of friendship, support and responsibility. Description Ballywillan Drama Group is a church based organisation located in Portrush, County Antrim, Northern Ireland. It is part of Holy Trinity Church and is named after the parish of Ballywillan that the Church serves, however from these small beginnings, the group has flourished into an award-winning interdenominational society. contact@ballywillan.com
Larne Drama Circle
Larne Museum, Carnegie Arts Centre, Larne BT40 1RN
Larne Drama Circle was formed in 1949, and meets every Thursday evening (Sept-March) in it's custom built studio in the Larne Museum and Arts Centre, Victoria Road, Larne. We have a sizable collection of props, costumes and plays. Our Thursday nights mostly consist of rehearsed play readings, but we also host theatre workshops and visits from other theatre companies or guests. Every year we produce and perform two plays, each playing over 3 nights in McNeill Theatre, Larne, usually to a full house each night. Our society comprises members of all ages and skills, but we're always keen to welcome new members to our growing ranks. If you are interested in performing, producing, or tackling some of the varied and challenging behind the scenes roles, or maybe just enjoying our private readings, please get in touch to find out when we're next meeting. We guarantee you a warm welcome indeed. Contact via website or larnedramacircle@hotmail.co.uk
Formed in 1962 as the Portrush Players, we are a charity based amateur organisation with a cross community membership drawn from Portrush and the surrounding area. Our fantastic members regularly present award winning shows in the Riverside Theatre, Coleraine - and have terrific fun doing so!! Contact via our website or social media
Slemish Players
Ballymena
Slemish Players was formed in 1969, making 2019 our 50th anniversary. Liam Neeson started his acting career with us, appearing in a number of productions in the early 1970s. We have entered local drama festivals frequently and on a number of occasions have reached the AUDF Finals, where Andy Speirs (appearing in this production) won the Best Actor award in 2003.
