Wombwell Thespians

Roof Funding Appeal

Posted on 07/06/2021 by John Hill07/06/2021

Jeff Tiler has managed to get some local press coverage of the Society’s appeal for funding for the replacement of the theatre roof. Items have been published in:- Barnsley Chronicle – https://www.barnsleychronicle.com/article/20983/theatre-group-launch-fundraising-bid Rotherham Advertiser – https://www.rotherhamadvertiser.co.uk/news/view,theatre-group-desperately-in-need-of-a-helping-hand_38761.htm Sheffield Star – https://www.thestar.co.uk/news/opinion/letters/letter-appeal-for-funding-3255710 … Continue reading →

New Roof Funding

Posted on 30/03/2021 by John Hill30/03/2021

On behalf of the members and the committee I would like to thank Jeff Tiler for all the hard work he has been doing in trying to locate funding for the replacement of the theatre roof. Some of you will … Continue reading →

SOCIETY NEWS

Posted on 05/02/2021 by Jeff Tiler05/02/2021

The old saying “it’s an ill wind….”etc, but during this period of enforced closure we have taken the opportunity to make long needed improvements to the theatre – both externally an internally. The back and sides have been landscaped – … Continue reading →

The Thesps “Theatre of the Air” Update

Posted on 05/02/2021 by Jeff Tiler05/02/2021

Following the closure of theatres in the first lockdown, members of the Wombwell Thespians ADS moved the rehearsals of the planned stage play, “Ladies Day” by Amanda Whittington – to online, first on Facebook Messenger and then onto the Zoom … Continue reading →

Alan Parker

Posted on 15/12/2020 by Jeff Tiler15/12/2020

It is with deep sadness that we learned of the passing this afternoon of Alan Parker. Alan was a long-serving member of the “Thesps” who besides being a member of the Front-of-House staff, was also a valued and versatile member … Continue reading →

Lockdown 2

Posted on 09/11/2020 by John Hill09/11/2020

In accordance with the requirements of the current national lockdown, the theatre will be closed until at least Thursday 3rd December 2020. During this lockdown period you can still contact us if necessary by e-mailing enquiries@wombwellthespians.org.uk Thank you.

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BBC Radio Sheffield

Posted on 29/09/2020 by Jeff Tiler29/09/2020

An extract from “Pandemic Stories 1 – Paul & Beth”, is being featured on Thursday October 1st on Radio Sheffield’s “Upload” show at 9pm. After playing the extract, part of the subsequent telephone interview with author of the play, Andy … Continue reading →

Rehearsals Update

Posted on 23/09/2020 by Jeff Tiler23/09/2020

Regretfully, until the government can make up its mind as to who can meet and how many and in what circumstances, play readings are suspended for the time being. Apologies to all – particularly our new members – Karen, Emily, … Continue reading →

The Importance of Being Earnest – Act 3

Posted on 06/09/2020 by Jeff Tiler06/09/2020

The final act of Oscar Wilde’s most popular play has now been released and can be found at: https://anchor.fm/…/The-Importance-of-Being-Earnest-Act-3-o… We hope you enjoy listening to it, allow about 27 mins – and please feel free to feedback! Hear ALL episodes … Continue reading →

REHEARSALS RESUME!

Posted on 31/08/2020 by Jeff Tiler31/08/2020

Wombwell Thespians are pleased to announce that weekly rehearsals will resume on Tuesday September 1st! As reported in an earlier post, to begin with up to Christmas we intend to have weekly readings of plays, some of which we will … Continue reading →