The first AGM of the Thespians since the advent of the pandemic, was held on Wednesday April 6th. The Chairperson, Chris Thorpe, welcomed members and the minutes of the last AGM in March 2019 were read and confirmed – by … Continue reading →
Following our Christmas break, the “Thesps” are now back in action! We had a very-well attended first read-through of our May production – “Beside the Seaside” – and also for a reading of George Bernard Shaw’s “Pygmalion” (the original play … Continue reading →
On Tuesday 14th December the “Thesps” enjoyed their annual Christmas Dinner which was held at The Old Moor Tavern, Broomhill. Unfortunately, one of our members was so exhausted after their day’s labours that they fell asleep and didn’t wake until … Continue reading →
After a very hectic 5 months during which we presented both “Ladies Day” & “The Wind in the Willows”, the “Thesps” are taking a well-earned break! All being well, we resume meetings on TUESDAY JANUARY 11th when we will begin … Continue reading →
DATE 9th December 2021 SOCIETY Wombwell Thespians ADS VENUE The Playhouse Theatre – Wombwell TYPE OF PRODUCTION – Play DIRECTOR – Jeff Tiler PRODUCER – Jeff Tiler Report Author – Sue Cox Kenneth Grahame’s classic, “The Wind in the Willows”, … Continue reading →
We are well into the final stages of rehearsals for our Christmas production of this timeless classic. This delightful stage adaptation was first performed at York Theatre Royal in 2010 and is clearly aimed at reproducing the success of both … Continue reading →
Following our funding submission to the Sheffield based FRESHGATE TRUST we have just been awarded a grant of £2000 towards the replacement of the theatre roof. This brings the total raised so far to £12000 towards our target of £36000. … Continue reading →
Review by National Operatic & Dramatic Association (NODA) NODA Review 21st Oct 2021 Wombwell Thespians ADS The Playhouse – Wombwell Ladies Day By Amanda Whittington Directed By Jeff Tiler After two years since your last production it must have been … Continue reading →
Breakaleg Productions finished their run of “An Evening in Little Grimley” last night which signalled the return of live theatre at Wombwell Playhouse These are some of the many comments from a very appreciative and satisfied audience:- “Great evening watching … Continue reading →
September 9th – 11th: 7.30PM “Break-a-Leg” Productions Present “AN EVENING IN LITTLE GRIMLEY” Two One-act plays written by David Tristram The evening follows the story of a small amateur dramatics company in the town of Little Grimley as they come … Continue reading →