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Latest news
Date
Item
1 Feb
Freckle Productions are bringing The Baddies to Newbury Corn Exchange from 27th to 29th May.
1 Feb
Review of The Resurrection Players' In the Beginning: "it is the cast that breathe life into these otherwise dry proceedings, crafting an immersive ‘courtroom style drama’, complete with excellent period costumes and set design" -NWN.
26 Jan
RABBLE Theatre's next production
is The RABBLE Dazzle, on 28th March at the Reading Hilton.
26 Jan
Aldermaston Players' next production from 21st February to 1st March is Showtime.
26 Jan
Newbury YoungStars' next production from 28th to 29th March is Sister Act Jr.
20 Jan
Newbury Youth Theatre hold workshops for young people aged 14-18 at Ace Space, St Nicholas Road, Newbury, RG14 5PR on Wednesday evenings 1900-2030. They offer drama skills through games and scripts and have previously taken shows to the Edinburgh Festival.
20 Jan
New Era Players' next production between 13th and 22nd March in Newbury is Here Comes a Chopper by Eugène Ionesco.
8 Jan
Russell Players' next production between 1st and 8th February is Jack and the Beanstalk in Swallowfield.
24 Nov
Reviews of the Watermill's Pinocchio: "simply glorious" - ★★★★★ Guardian; "lots of charm and enough subtle asides to keep grown-ups happy" - ★★★★★ The Times; "an absolute magical Christmas treat" - British Theatre Guide; "ingenuity, talent and theatrical flair" - ★★★★★ The Stage; "gloriously vibrant production... succeeds in enthralling kids and their parents" - ★★★★★ WhatsOnStage; "every cast member shines" - ★★★★ AllThatDazzles.
Now and coming soon
Russell Players' next production between 1st and 8th February is The Untold Story of Jack and the Beanstalk written by Juliet Devon. We all know about the story of Jack selling the cow for some beans, the giant, and the beanstalk… but where did the giant come from? Who was Jack’s father? Why take those three things from the Castle? Join us, as for the first time all will be revealed in the pantomime.
Aldermaston Players' next production from 21st February to 1st March is Showtime. An evening of songs and sketches reminiscent of the 1940s, the era of Glitz and Swing. Before you checkout there will be meal options to choose for any vegetarian, vegan and gluten free meal options.
New Era Players' next production between 13th and 22nd March is Here Comes a Chopper by Eugène Ionesco, a comedy about a plague that sweeps through a town, forcing a lockdown situation. The action of the play portrays both anarchic humour and pathos with more than a hint of Monty Python in the absurdist humour and fantastical situations, making for a very entertaining watch.
Newbury YoungStars' next production from 28th to 29th March is Sister Act Jr, an uplifting musical comedy based on the hit film and Broadway show. When disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a crime, she’s hidden in a convent – the last place she ever expected to be. Her bold spirit clashes with the strict Mother Superior, but soon Deloris brings her unique flair to the convent’s struggling choir, filling the community with joy and discovering the true power of sisterhood.
Freckle Productions are bringing The Baddies to life at Newbury Corn Exchange from 27th to 29th May. It's a wickedly hilarious adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s smash-hit story.
Meet the very worst Baddies in the world! Don’t you dare to come too close to a witch, a troll and an ancient ghost!
The Baddies love being bad. They roar, spook and cast wicked spells to try and scare a girl out of her wits… who will succeed? Or perhaps the girl is braver than they think…
A laugh-out-loud riot for all the family.
Auditions and requests for help
Rabble Theatre, a dedicated charity in Reading promoting creativity and accessibility in the arts, is excited to announce the arrival of RABBLE Ensemble, a new opportunity for aspiring professional and dedicated community actors to experience a professional production process.
Rabble Theatre’s Ensemble’s first venture is their upcoming amateur production of
Bloody Wimmin by Lucy Kirkwood. Bloody Wimmin
explores the lives of a group of women navigating the complexities of
feminist activism, personal relationships, and societal expectations. With
sharp wit and a fierce sense of urgency, the play shines a light on the
struggles and triumphs of women fighting for equality and justice. They will be performing the show during the final week of March 2025 in Reading.
Auditions will take place on Thursday 9th January 2025. The production is
open to amateur actors of all experience levels, with a focus on inclusivity
and diversity. Actors interested in auditioning should email RABBLE at
Further audition details will be provided upon submission.