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Potteries Theatre Company (Oliver!)
I would like to say a massive well done to the cast and crew of the Potteries most recent production of Oliver. The hard work and dedication was clear to see. Here's to the next one !!!
Cariad Chief
Newcastle ******** Praising the Theatre
I am one of those loyal fans, attending at least one performance a month with a group of equally loyal fans. Atmosphere is great, seating comfortable, always a good view, good bar for the interval, excellent choice of plays and reasonable pricing. I can go on and on....
Carla Thompson
Rugeley, Staffordshire ******** Acting
My name is Victoria, and I really want to be an actress but without an agent I really dont have much hope, whats the best way to get an agent and get started?
Victoria Justice
Cheddar ******** pttreries theatre company ( oliver )
Potteries Theatre company , their production of oliver is their best show ever
little oliver played by a young Crewe school GIRL Shannon Webb only 8 years old ,fantastic little star in the making.
Natalie Nutall
crewe ******** Lichfield Cathedral School launches a choir for girls
In September 2006, Lichfield Cathedral School is to build on its existing reputation for musical excellence, by launching an exciting new girls choir for talented singers.
For information on choral scholarship auditions (Sat 3rd Dec 2005 and Sat 21st January 2006) or open days (Fri 18th Nov 10.00-12.30) contact the school on 01543 306170 or visit the website: www.lichfieldgirlschoir.co.uk
Lichfield ******** Jill Clewes
I used to dance at Jill Clewes school of dance when she was in Basford and Wolstanton. For the last few shows i was in, they started to do videos. I was wondering if any one had a copy of the last show i was in, i never got to see it and i was in loads of numbers.
The show was in Kidsgrove and the Opening or closing number was Footloose. other numbers i remember were Sleeping Beauty (Ballet), Pink tooth brush Blue tooth brush, Ghostbusters. Please, if anyone has this show on video, i would really love to see it. Please let this board nknow!. Im really hoping someone can help me out.
Wendy Timmis (Nee Smith)
Newcastle ******** Drama
Message to Abigail How old are you? You are probably best to either concentrate on getting your A-Levels or equivalent, either at school ar a local FE college.
I'm not sure about Burntwood but in this area you can study performing arts subjects at 6th form, S-O-T College and Newcastle College. When you are 18 you can look at your options and decided between uni or drama school. There are lots to chose from but you have to watch funding, the fees at drama schools can be very high. Good alternatives are places like Bretton Hall in Leeds and Manchester Met's acting course. I'm sure there are more. Good luck
Julie
Stoke-on-Trent ******** acting
I really want to be an actor, and have taken gcse drama.But i don't no where to go do be one or to get on tv
Chris Asbury
Crewe ******** adam layland
hiya its charl, (he's my sort of step bro) the queens theatre in burslem has opened and i have been 2 a few shows and i thought they were gr8. 4 all you people who enjoy theatres i think that you should go and see a show at the queens - the people who work there do a really good job(especially u ad)! thanx 4 readin it, soz 4 any mistakes im kinda typin quick! :D
charl newman
stoke-on-trent ******** drama school
Abigail, I am in the middle of applying for drama school. I think the best thing you can do is go to college and take a drama or performing arts a-level because drama schools don't tend to accept under 18's uless they are private.
Private schools will cost you arounf £10 000 a year and each course is 3 years long. When you finish college, you can apply through UCAS for drama school or university. most drama schools look at people aged 21 or over, but they do accept 18 year olds.
Get as much experience as you can beforehand as you will be expected to have a broad range of skills. Also, drama schools can be harsh in their auditions and selections, but don't let that put you off. I didn't get in last year so I'm re-applying again this year. Don't give up! Hope that helps. Feel free to e-mail me if you want more info.
Charlie Rylands
Stafford ******** Judith Bibby school of dance
Hiya, my names charlotte and i go to judith bibby school of dance, its an amazing experience and i have been goin there for about 5 years now, i have done about 3 shows in london, west end and it was infront of loads of people , aswell as london shows we do 1 or 2 shows at nearby theatres every year! :) if you are interested in dancin then i think that you should join, beleive me it's ace!
charlotte n
stoke-on-trent ******** drama
i want to become an actress but i carnt find a drama school. have taken drama-gcse corse but i really want to do something better. CANANYONE HELP?
abigail wain
staffordshire-burntwood ******** Fao Jan
Please check the details for Mow Cop Players on the Links page re Dick Whittington auditions
Paul Brammer
burslem ******** Dance 05 review
I was in Dance 05 and Dance 04 and I must say the quality of your performance varies on which night you go on ,
on some nights you get the local free dance doin run around the stage then point your toe... nad on others you get staffordshire youth dance etc who hve worked hard and ae representing stafoordshire for dance
charl
burton ******** Auditions
Hi i have jus left bretton hall drama school. and am now lookin to gain valuable experience in and around the local area. if anyone knows of any up and coming auditions i wolud be greatful if you could contact me with details.Thank you very much.
Daniel
Newcastle Under Lyme ******** See Auditions Page acting
hey i really take you serous dude. i know where you are coming from when you say you love danceing with the girl coz i have bin a situwation where i have been with all the girls and all the othere lads have called me gay or what ever you wanna say... but now im to look for auditions.
i live in gateshead im male 15 and always gonna keep up my gud work and i am a strong beliver that if you want something then just go for it p.s. gud luck with the danceing
scott peel
gateshead ******** Fao Jan
You can contact me regarding Dick Whittington auditions via the BBC Stoke & Staffordshire Am Dram contacts page: Look down the list for Mow Cop Players
http://www.bbc.co.uk/stoke/stage/amdram/web_links.shtml
Paul Brammer -Mow Cop PLayers
burslem ******** snow white and the seven dwarfs
stoke arts are performing this panto in december auditions will be held on Sunday at Burslem Performing Arts Centre 12a Moorland Road Burslem. We require principles chorus members and dancers.
For contact details, check out the BBC Stoke & Staffordshire Am Dram contacts page: Look down the list for BURSLEM STARS
http://www.bbc.co.uk/stoke/stage/amdram/web_links.shtml
carol beardsall
stoke on trent ******** Re: THANK YOU
hi there, can anyoen audition for parts in dick whittington? i am a dancer and would love to be in a panto this year!
Jan
Trentham ******** THANK YOU
Mow Cop Players and the Cast and Crew of ALLO ALLO would like to thank their loyal followers for making the production such a tremendous success. The Mitchell theatre did indeed rock with laughter.
We are now straight into rehearsals for DICK WHITTINGTON - tickets are already selling fast so book now for some festive fun. Thanks again Paul Brammer
Paul Brammer
Burslem ******** burslem stars
hi lisa im james i am a member of burslem stars and it take place every saturday morning 10:15-1:15. come along and have spme fun with us all. its at the drama centre on moorland road in burslem.
james mc
stoke on trent ******** Dont get rid of the mitchell!!
Hello I am 15 years old and I have performed at the mitchell for a long time with plays such as oliver and Annie Warbucks. It has become a great place to perform in and i have grown very attached to the theatre.
If you close it down there will not be as much chance for me to experiece life on the stage and other children looking for thearical oppurtunities. So please dont close down the Mithcell memorial or such a unique education will aslo be damaged in its closure.
Damon Robinson
Ball green ******** Mitchell Memorial Theatre
Well worth a visit not your average Theatre!
Next production - Bugsy Malone well worth the money.
Paul Moore
Stoke-on-Trent ******** Charlotte Morris
Any one congratulating Charlotte Morris on her outstanding performance in Annie at the Regent should really not miss her latest production, Bugsy Malone, at the Mitchell Memorial in November. She is a true star and deserves your support.
k
stoke ******** Bugsy Malone
I am rehearsing hard at the moment for Bugsy Malone and I know it is going to be fantastic. Don't miss it!!
Hannah Quinn
Newcastle ******** The Garrick Theatre
As I am considering travelling form Wolverhampton and am unfamiliar with Lichfield a location map would have been very helpful
Mrs Susan Scott
Wolverhampton ******** Burslem Summer School
This years production is Lionel Barts Blitz!.The show from this award winning company is set in the East End of London during the Blitz. There will be over 40 people on stage who have spent the summer holidays working very hard to learn the show under professional director John White.Come along and have an evening of nostalgia.21-24th Sept Mitchell Memorial Theatre, Tickets£7 .00 adults £5.50 Concessions no reductions Sat night.tel.01782518523
carol beardsall
stoke on trent ******** Bugsy Malone
I'm in Bugsy at the mitch theatre and it's going to be a fantastic show Come and c it!!!
Charlotte Morris
Newcastle Under Lyme ******** pantomime--mother goose
Hiya. Just letting you know there are auditions for the pantomime mother goose on september 17th! They want 36 dancers aged between 8-16! I'm going for it! So might see ya there!
Helen
Cheddleton ******** blitz!
the award winning Burslem Summer Schools forthcoming production of Blitz! takes place at The Mitchell Memorial Theatre from 21st-24th Sept. Call 01782518523 for tickets.
carol
stoke on trent ******** The Shoe-Horn Sonata
As its now upon us...just a little reminder all to all you theatre folk out there: 5th-10th 'The Shoe-Horn Sonata' John Misto's award-winning play tells the story of an Australian nurse, Bridie Cartwright, and an English schoolgirl, Sheila Richards, who are captured in 1942 floating in the South China Sea when their boats fleeing Singapore are sunk by invading Japanese forces. They are flung into prison camps deep in the jungles of Sumatra where they struggle to stay alive despite starvation, disease and the cruelty of their captors. Fifty years later, a film-maker draws Bridie and Sheila together for the first time since the end of the war. Their reunion is filled with laughter and tears, and a shoe-horn which holds a dark secret that has kept the pair apart for half a century. With Di Halstead & Ann McArdle - directed by Geoff Legan and produced for Scrapbooks Productions by Rob Cope. www.stokerep.org.uk Tickets: £9.50 (£6.50 matinee) - PLEASE NOTE FROM 5TH SEPT ONWARDS PLEASE CALL 01782-209784 Stoke Repertory Theatre I'm sorry its a shameless plug for the play and a reminder that the contact phone number has changed as we open this eve(Mon 5th) and bookings are now through the Rep box-Office. Hope you can come...? See you there...! Geofferson.X
Geoff Legan
Stoke on Trent ******** jill clewes
if any1 saw jumpin or wanted 2 c it, ure in luk!!! on nov 22nd 05 were doin anova1 called jumpin back with sum new added items!!!
geo
s-o-t ******** jill clewes
If any1 wants 2 start dancin, Jill Clewes is da place 4 u! I hav been goin since i was 2 an a alf and i realy cant leave!!!!!!!!!!
Geo
Trentham ******** Allo Allo
Good moaning! Listen very Carefully I will say this only once!
For 4 performances only from the 15th to 17th Septemeber at the Mitchell Memorial Theatre you have the oppoprtunity to see The Smash Hit Stage Show of one of BBC Tv's Most Popular and Sucessful Sitcom's ALLO ALLO written by Jeremy Lloyd and David Croft.
The show is presented by Mow Cop Players who staged the premeiere back in 1993. Following great public demand they restaged it in 1998 and now it's back again. With all the well loved characters and Situations but with a new plot never seen on Tv this riotous show will have you rolling in the aisles. Start the autumn theatre season off with a bang at the Mitch with this truly hysterical Comic masterpiece
Full Booking details can be found on the diary pages
Paul Brammer
burslem ******** Men wanted!
The potteries theatre comapny are looking for male chorus members for thier forthcoming show Oliver!
These are small background scene parts, however there may be an opportunity for a few lines here and there in the final scene. We are looking for approximately 8-10 male actors, if you are interested, able to attend a couple of rehearsals and can make the show dates 12-15th October please contact rhianjthomas@aol.com
Rhian
Stoke on Trent ******** BLITZ !! =>
hey i am performing in 'Blitz' the musical at the mitch theatre in hanly. It is burslem summer schools production and i am realy looking forward to it, i am having loads of fun at the moment rehersing for it and cant wait till the show.
i hope u can come and see it, it is 21st-24th of september!!!! xXx
Katie xX_MOI_Xx
Stoke-on-trent ******** jill clewes
i have wnted 2 do drama 4 ages n found jill clewes in da yellow pages - but can any1 tell me how much it is b4 i ring up plz?
i wud b ded gr8ful !!!
becky
newcastle-under0lyme ******** BUGSY MALONE
Fie Towns Theatre is to stage its production of BUGSY MALONE at the Mitchell MEmorial Theatre in November. This is gonna be ther greatest performance yet, and thats saying something.
I recommend people aquire their tickets now before they're gone. Call 01782 321666 or email bugsy@fivetownstheatre.org
Chris
Stoke on Trent ******** burslem Summer School
Burslem Summer School still have a few vacancies for students in this years production of Lionel Barts Blitz!. further info from Val 01782518523 or Carol 07949734572
carol beardsall
stoke ******** Reply to Derek and Shafique
Yer there is a show Jumpin back on Sunday the 22nd of November at the the Victoria Hall in Hanley with some numbers from jumpin and many more new ones.
Danni.t ******** Local Part-Time Theatre Schools
Can anyone recommend a really good part-time Theatre/Drama School in the area (preferably Saturday School).
Suzie
congleton ******** danni.t
you speak like sooooooooooooo much truth danni,what fab fab fab shows jumpin were,
i saw it twice with my boyfriend and we had our breaths taken!!! is there any other shows planned by jill clewes in the near future or is it an annual event???
derek and shafique
normacot ******** Burslem Stars
hi. does anyone no when burslem stars is next doing a show?i went to see there variety show last year and i think as young performers they were brilliant. please let me know
Lisa
Stoke ******** reply 2 charlie n pookster
charlie i am so proud ov u in jumpin u were ace. spk 2 soon lv u loads n loads danni.t p.s. well dun 2 evry1 else who was in jumpin it rocked dis world x x x x x x x x x x x x
danielle.t ******** fantastic productions
there have been some like totally fab shows recently throughout the area,i have been like wowwwww this is sooooooooooo random and soooo like outta there,i hope all the guys(youre fab) and girls can kepp up this like so awesome production level up i for one will be like sooooo first in th`e queue for the sure to be popular tickets,i think the sold out signs will be up like sooooo fast!!!! well done again all,BIG BIG HUGS from meeee
drama queen derek
normacot ******** NEW COMMUNITY GOSPEL CHOIR
WOULD YOU LIKE TO JOIN A GOSPEL CHOIR?
The aims of the Charity Gospel Choir are to: meet with other people to have fun & sing the blues away through meaningful songs & raise funds for local charities through performances !!!
To join, you need to be able to sing (or at least think so!), and be able & willing to sing aloud with others. The choir is open to all sections of the community. (You must be over 18 years of age). If you would like to join you must pre-register and confirm your attendance before July 23rd simply by leaving your name and number using the contact number below. Pre-register your attendance by phone, then simply turn up to the first introductory session on Sunday 31st July 2005 3.15pm. Venue: The YMCA, Harding Road, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 3AE. TO PRE-REGISTER CALL: 07913 781 515 (For enquiries: gospelchoirfun@yahoo.co.uk) Please note: No room for observers or people just looking. You would have needed to have pre-registered before the meeting, to be able to take part. Time commitment needed: roughly one Sunday afternoon per month, 3.15-4.45 at the YMCA, Stoke-on-Trent. Great singers rooted in or influenced by Gospel music: Mahalia Jackson, Al Green, Ray Charles, Marvin Gaye, James Brown, Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, Mary Mary, R Kelly, Usher, Michelle Williams (Destiny?fs Child), Beyonce, John Legend. are you next
C Nelson-Rowe
Stoke-on-Trent ******** good dance schools theatre groups
Hi Just letting everyone know Diane jones is a great dance school, and Diane is working alongside with the queens theatre so there's something for everyone. When my daughter started dancing I was worried she would'nt like being left
She was 4 when she started and diane let us go and watch to see if my daughter liked it firstly and she was great. my daughter is now doing her second year after passing her first exams and she love it
sue
abbey hulton ******** just being fabulous
oh i loved jumpin'. the cast was totally awesome ,,and that voice from the one with the hair! oh my gosh what a fab performer . i think his name was jeremy
dave
blurton ******** j
plz dont dis j e is sound and is da best theatre arts teacher eva so dnt dis.
Pooky ******** Stagecoach Open Morning
Anyone who is interested in finding out what the Stagecoach Theatre Arts School is like can book a free place at an Open Morning. See weblinks
Julie ******** what theatre?
jan: what theatre is it that you go to?
melissa ******** Noise
My friends and I went to the Regent last Wed to see "Thoroughly Modern Millie" Show was great but the sound volume was horendous,we could quite easily have stayed at home and heard the show. This is the third time we have been to the Regent and each time I vow never again, the show was spoilt by the volume of sound. We may be senior citizens but we ARE NOT DEAF.
Jean Jones
stoke on trent ******** Mow Cop Players - Cash On Delivery - Mitchell Theatre
Thanks for a highly enjoyable performance. We came down from Sheffield especially to check out the play (doing it up in S Yorks later this year!). Lively and engaging acting all round from the Mow Cop crew ! Hanley, you've got a fine welcoming theatre... and even a bar (of sorts). Twas a jolly night!
However, why do so many amdram groups slavishly reproduce the safe bland sets 'as pictured'?! Come on set designers - show some imagination!
Arthur
Sheffield ******** RE: Diane Jones Dance Academy
Hi there! I used to dance with "Diane Jones" and her shows were at the mitchel memorial, in hanley, usually around june time..if im right, they should be doign one this year, but im not 100% sure!!
They are really talented yeah, so is Jenny Stephensons, new school "studio number one" anyone who is interested in starting to dance dance, street(mainly)..should try jenny :-) she dsoes LOADS of events, blackpool, southport and such like, fantastic.
Diane Jones was based in Newcastle, when i left, last year and they had just moved into the new studio... on Merrial Street , behind the Police station..hope this helps
xJx
Trentham ******** Dancing
Why do all the local dance schools have to be in competition? All the people that attend are there for the same reason. I love to dance, but if i wanted a bitching competition i could go to school for one, i go to dancing to enjoy myself and push myself, not to hear everyone trying to beat the other local schools.
Dancing girl ******** reply to Mrs Holmes
Thank you for your coments, regarding my dance students, the girls put a lot of hard work in the festival at relatively short notice. We are producing a show at the Queens Theatre in November, see press for details near to the time. Once again Thank You
Diane Jones ******** performing arts
charley should be careful saying that Jill Clewes is the only place where singing dancing and acting is taken seriously. There are a lot of other award winning centres and groups within Stoke/Newcastle who take all aspects of performance seriously. This is the second time recently where correspondents on this site have said there own groups are the best. I am sure that whilst the people running these groups would say that whilst they strive to be the best they would not actually say they were the best. I also think they would be very upset to think that there hard-won reputations were being damaged by these unthinking advocates of the groups.
carol beardsall[not afraid to sign name]
stoke on trent ******** in reply to A Performer
I think you have totally mis understood what I was refering to, regarding professional theatres.
Let me explain, I think that the Regent's hire costs are far to steep -, I would like to see them reduce their hire costs, so that the theatre is accessable to all groups.
As for the Queens, I do not live in Burslem and altough I look on their web site I would like to see more advertising around. , It is not a small theatre as you put it, and therefore could be our city's second professional venue, their should be a sign outside adveritising it as a theatre. Yes I have seen banners, but it would be nice if it was promoted as much as the regent.
I think you should realise that the theatre does not pay for costumes props etc, unless it is a in-house production, so Im sure that the theatre - and this goes for any theatre - promotes themselves the best they can so that more groups book their venue's and keep these theatres open.
theatre goer ******** Burslem Festival
I would just like to say that this years Burslem Festival was brill. Their was lots going on for all the family.
I watched children dancing from Diane Jones Dance Academy which I beleive is based in Burslem and they were fab. Full of energy and very professional. I would like to know where they hold their shows and when their next one is, if anybody knows, please tell me.
I was very impressed with their talent, well done to everyone involved.
Mrs Holmes ******** amanda andrews
i wourk with amanda andrews she is brilliant. you should try her if you want to get into drama.
Jax
stoke ******** Mow Cop Players Latest Production
Mow Cop Players will be rocking the foundations of the Mitchell Theatre with laughter from the 18th - 21st May with their Hilarious West End Comedy about Benefit Fraud called CASH ON DELIVERY. By Michael Cooney This famous Play has been performed Worldwide and now comes to Hanley by Arrangement with Samuel French Ltd. Don't Miss It Full Details Can be Found in the Whats On Pages
Paul Brammer
Burslem ******** school holidayz
i went 2 c grease @ burnwood primary school and it waz ace; my cousin was in it yeeeeee!!!!!
ozzie
near bradely ******** Children of Eden
Dear Theatre Goer. I attend Longton United Reformed Church. Last week Five Towns Theatre performed a section of their forthcoming production during our service. I can only say what a wonderful display it was. I would recommend anyone to see the show. It is going to be spectacular.
Sarah
Stoke on Trent ******** Auditions for Bugsy Malone
Five Towns Theatre are holding open auditions for Bugsy Malone at the Quality Grand Hotel, Hanley on Sunday 12th June Starting @ 10am. We are looking for people aged 8 - 25 to come along.
Keith Ragdale
Stoke on Trent ******** Our theatres
Dear 'THEATRE GOER' The queens theatre re-opened in time to produce a christmas pantomime in 2003 and help host a summer school for younger people. Since then another pantomime was staged the following christmas and i hope another will be staged this christmas also.
I have no inside information and yet i know all about it. The 'advertising' consisted of banners on the actual theatre itself and adverts in the sentinel as well as im sure a few posters in burslem itself. If you want to know about theatre productions in this area it is upto you to find out about them. The queens theatre is an extremely small theatre which is unable to charge the prices the grander regent thatre can, and so anymore advertising than what was employed would have, i'm sure, virtually broken the bank. I wonder that you are so against theatres making a decent profit to cover costs when you express such a desire for advertising.
If our theatres lowered their prices as much you would like them to there would be even less money for advertising. Im sure anyone with experience in the performing arts industry will agree that expenses such as buying rights, costumes, buying materials for set and then making the set as well as the hundreds of other costs hindering our theatres and performance groups soon mount up.
So if you wish to know what is happening in our theatres get off your bum and find out rather than spending your time criticising and complaining about or struggling performers and performance venues.
A PERFORMER
Longport ******** Decades
I recently went to watch "Decades" at the mitchell memorial theatre,performed by The Rhythm Factory theatre group.I was blown away by their professionalism and talent.I will certainly be going to many more of their shows.It was a joy to watch this up and coming young talent.Well done to you all and thank you for a great night out.
Bev
Stoke-on-Trent ******** actin singin n dancin
ERM................ deres only one place where singng dancin n actin iz taken seriously (let me fink) JILL CLEWES!
Charley n pookster
Fairy land ******** Dance Fusion
Hi, I was in dance fusion and you dont know all of the hard work and effort which me and my friends and all of the dancers and singers put into it. we gave up most weekdays and weekends for the show and it wasn't for just your approval it was for charity and to raise money. If you think it was bad why don't you try it yourself - you don't know what thousands of people are going to think you just put your all into it. I thoroughly enjoyed it and can't wait for another show. Also, the singing was real.
stoke-on-trent ******** clonter opera
what a wonderful venue. it really is dreamy. it's an amazing place - you must go!
rachel
stoke-on-trent ******** Summer Holiday
Well, summer really is here next week at the Regent when Porthill Players present Summer Holiday ( based on the '60s film ) next week (26/30 April). I went to one of the final rehearsals last night - it looks fab ! Adrian ( Director ), Ann Marie ( Dancing ) and Chris ( Music ) have put together a great show with a really talented bunch of kids. 60's music beats it all for me !
Alan
Newcastle ******** Denise Leigh
Hello my name is Fiona, I am 23 years old and from Australia. The television series Operatunity has just finished being broadcast over here. I’ve been glued to it for the last couple of weeks and was compelled to write to both Jane and Denise.
Unfortunately I have been unable to email Denise via her website, although I have been able to email Jane. My boyfriend and I have never been to an Opera nor bought any Opera music until listening these two beautiful singers. Their voices have brought tears to my eyes. What a wonderful gift they both have. I felt very inspired and moved by their courage and angelic, haunting voices. I really hope that they continue to have the chance to share their fantastic personalities and amazing talent with the world. Thank-you so much
Fiona FitzGerald
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia ******** Auditions for North Staffs Operatic Society's Guys and Dolls
Following the recent success of Annie, NSAOS require Actors, Singers and Dancers (over 16 years old please) for Guys and Dolls at the Regent Theatre, Hanley. Playing Dates 18th - 22nd October 2005. Directors pre-show talk with Scott St. Martyn at Thistley Hough High School on Tuesday 19th April. Audition workshops - Friday 22nd, Tuesday 26th April and Friday 6th May. AUDITIONS Tuesday 10th and Wednesday 11th May 7.00pm at Thistley Hough High School, Penkhull. Contact Val on 01782 314708 for further details.
Julia O'Rourke
Newcastle, Staffs ******** Drama Groups , Staffordshire
Gatehouse theatre Stafford runs a drama club and also a Summer School every year - this year its 'Sweeny Todd the Musical' and auditions are on 22nd May.My daughter has taken part in the Summer Schools for a few years now - 3 weeks full time, after 12 days public performances start. Brilliant!
Anna Warrington
Slindon, Stafford ******** Day-Star touring theatre
We are a small professional Company (touring the canals for 23 years and primary schools for 20 years) and have extended our work into village halls and small theatres. Have a look at our web site
Jane Marshall
Crewe ******** stagecoach schools
Also stagecoach schools are in wales and all over GB i believe .
SC
LA ******** My 9 year old daughter has been in acting for 5 years and would like to take her acting career further. How?
Nadia Gilmour
Paisley ******** I would just like to say that I was most impressed with the recent Production of Annie staged by the North Staffs Operatic Society. It was in every way excellent and everyone I have spoken to has said that if they had paid to see it on the West End it couldn't have been bettered. The sets, the costumes,the singing,dancing and acting was truly first rate. I saw it on the Friday night, when Charlotte Morris was Annie and she was utterly convincing in the role, with a super voice. Others worthy of mention were Daddy Warbucks and Miss Hannigan although it is impossible to miss anyone out. The whole thing was a fantastic triumph for everyone involved. Very well done to you all. Andrew Cox
Andrew Cox
Hanley ******** Annie - Regent theatre March 2005
We were knocked out by the production and thought that Sarah Mould playing Miss Hannigan was fantastic. Also Charlotte Morris (she and Charlotte O'Rourke shared the role) was outstanding as Annie. She has an amazing voice for her age and seems a really natural actress. We are sure that we will see her again in other productions in the future. Well done to both Charlottes and everyone involved in a truly fantastic show!
James Marsh ******** Rhythm Factory Shows and Classes
Rhythm factory is one of Stoke on Trent's performing arts school and dance centre. The school provides all round education for performers, singers and dancers. All Rhythm Factory shows are proffessional, well produced and contain original choreography, there recent show 'Decades' was amazing and really shocked me. There next show is Burn The Floor at The Victoria Hall in Hanley Stoke on Trent....its well worth getting a tickets.
Dave Edwards
Stoke on Trent ******** re professional venues
The regent may host there whatever year, but they should be more reasonably priced in general. They would offer the young people of SOT more opportunities by doing this, all those execellent groups out there who have talent, would be able to showcase their work, and soley their work on this professional theatre.
theatre goer ******** Professional venues in Stoke - The Regent
Re Expensive venue, the Regent brings annual dance showcase every January and local dance groups can be included at a cost of £15 getting full technical back up and have the stage for ten minutes. Where else does that?
Pye
newcastle ******** theatres
So u fink d regent shud still b a cinema den huh? WHATEVA!
mwah
...................................... ******** The Play what I wrote
I see this play has retuned to the Regent and it's opening night starred Joe Pasquale as the Mystery star guest. Lets hope that David Pugh doesn't repeat what he did 18 months ago and openwith a high profile celebrity to get the Publicity and great reviews like he did with Nigel Havers and then put on Anthea Turner for the rest of the week. It will be intersting to see who the guests are! The show is great fun and is well worth seeing just lets hope that people paying to see a mystery star guest are'nt ripped off this time. Anyone who sees the later showslet us know who thet were
PJ
Burslem ******** dance schools in SOT
I have been in lots of shows with Jill Clewes, including: FX, Flame, Be our guest and many more.It is a very disiplined school but it is well worth it! I love it and nobody should dis it!!!!!
Geo
Trentham ******** local theatres
I think that the Regent theatre should reduce their hiring costs. It would be nice to see smaller groups and Dance schools on there, if they reduced their hire charge they would in the end make more money, its a shame that small groups are limited to the Mitchell or the Rep, there is nothing wrong with these theatre's but they do not have the professional look of the regent. I hear the Queens Theatre is re open, but where is the advertising??. The new owner looks like they need to buck their ideas up and start promoting the theatre, get more big shows there, I know they had Jim Davidson but it needs more. This theare could be the second professional theatre in Stoke on Trent, available to all those dance schools and groups, who have out grown the Mitch and Rep but can not afford the Regent, and are not prepared to rob people by charging rehearsal fees etc, and extra meetings just so they can pay the theatre bill. Come on the Regent lower your prices, g! et more people hiring and to the Queens, advertise no one knows its a theatre or re open.
Theatre go-er ******** amanda andrews
Hi Samantha. Amanda Andrews who is based in blythe bridge...does she teach 10 year old boys too..My son is desperate to have drama classes. many thanks
gaynor morse
stoke on trent ******** Jill Clewes
i go to jill clewes i am proper tellin d truth............................. the shows r WICKED i would really recommend them
Charley
Alsager ******** reply to Ben Plant
Hi Ben its Ryan Jones saw your note and wondered if you were interested in auditioning for BIG its with the stoke youth section on Friday nights 7.30-9-30pm at Seabridge Education Centre they are having workshops now auditions in April and they need boys. Look forward to seeing you.
lynn jones
Stoke On Trent ******** jill clewes next show
In reply to your question regarding the show its called jumpin its the week of 7th of June at the Regent and its just going to be as fab as ever
Ryan Jones
stoke ******** auditions/drama groups
Can anyone tell me if there are any auditons for 12-13yr olds or if not are there any drama groups around the staffordshire area that i could join post here if you have any information
fliss kempson
stoke on trent ******** Rose Theatre
it is great the shows are brilliant and the beers good too
a friend
cannock ******** Its fab!!!!!
Hi i have been going dance classes now for 9 years and i have done 5 dance shows at your theatre. I think the theatre is great and as great space and hope it stays there. Its fab!!!
Kirsty Reeves
Stoke On Trent ******** holsworthy panto
thanks rose!-Amy Painter(Jill Goose)
Amy Painter
Holsworthy ******** Dance/ Drama Schools
I Have An 11 Year old Daughter Who Is Looking For A Good Stage School To Go To In The Staffordshire Area Please Can Anybody Reccomend One?
Miss.Ingley
Rugeley ******** Dracula
Has anyone seen Dracula at the Regent Theatre in Stoke? I'm thinking of going to the matinee on Saturday and wondered what it was like.
Anne
Hanley ******** BBC Staffordshire Online: You can see a review of Dracula on our Stage Reviews messageboard... click here Short Film Auditions
Antarctic Pictures, based in Stafford, are holding auditions for a short film due to be shot in March called "Overtime". Auditions will be held on the 16th and 23rd February. See our website for more information. Thanks!
Dan Hunt
Stafford ******** DRAMA
Try amanda andrews - she is based in blythe bridge, does drama classes and represents for work.
Samantha
nantwich ******** jim Davidson
I agree with Joan, I went to see the show at the Queens theatre, the staff I thought had bent over backwards to help. Unlike the Regent, it was more personal. I will be looking forward to many more shows there.
Sylvia ******** boys dance Drama CLASSES
I am a parent living in Burton on Trent and would like to know why there aren't more opportunities for young boys to get involved in dance drama. (Apart from the obvious comments why!) I am on the search for a class to teach a 10 year old boy who loves to choreograph his own routines and obviously has a keen interest in music and drama?
Angela Roome
Burton on Trent ******** Jim Davidson show & Queens theatre
Show was excellent, felt Jim could have been on a little longer, but the content good. As a disabled person, I was looked after very well with very good seats. We will visit again
Joan Twigge
Newcastle staffs ******** Any Auditions
I have recently preformed in the King and I and throughly enjoyed it. Would you know of any other shows where i could go and auditon. I do ballet, tap, modern and i compete in ballet festivals. I am 6 years old
katie
Merseyside ******** Aladdin at Queens theatre
I recently went to see Aladdin at the Queens Theatre in Burslem, it was fab. Great show, it was really funny, there was no famous person in it, but it was better than most. The dancing was good as well as the acting. I never see any support on this site for this theatre and its shows, come on everyone lets hear more about the Queens Theatre !!
Tracy ******** brilliant panto at the Regent
i think that aladdin is a brilliant show. the actors are great and sonia makes a good aladdin.
when i heard her sing it made me want to buy her album because she has a absolutley outstanding voice.
my favorite is kate she portrays the princess briliantly and has a superbe voice. kate was verey nice to me when i met her. i wish i could see this show over and over again.
if i had a time mechine i woulkd always visit the moment when i came to see aladdin.
please can you make it into a video of it because i realy liked it. i got my uncle micheal to ask you but i have not heard from him so please put it on video it would mean the hole world to me. your biggest fan
louise barker
stoke ******** Auditions
hey there! just wonderin if anyone could tell me of any auditions coming up next year. i have just been in my first show and reli enjoyed it! im 16 and love to sing n dance
jess
stoke-on-trent ******** BBC Staffordshire Online - For all the latest audition calls click here... If you're a theatre company who is looking for cast members - please send them to us at BBC Staffordshire Online! ' Lifes Dream'
I have always wanted to become more serious about my acting and i have been to plenty of drama classes and examinations, I'm 16 years old and have recieved honours for my acting,if there are any auditions at the BBC for a new actress please could you let me know and email me the website?
Merlisa Power
Burntwood
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Hi Merlisa - your best bet is to try the BBC Talent website - which is full of interesting information! See http://www.bbc.co.uk/talent/ My Drama Club
If you ask at your local library about drama clubs/schools they will be happy to help, i went to a drama club for 3yrs at Cannock Athletic Stadium which was held on monday evenings where you are also entered for examinations which can help your son/daughter if they chose to further there drama education in the future, hope this helps you.
Merlisa
Burntwood ******** Peter Pan
Tickets for Peter Pan are selling fast Dont miss out on this Fantastic,Spectacular production of the the Boy who never grew up.See Peter Fly to Neverland and fight Captain Hook Ring the Ticket Hotline on 01782518523
Carol Beardsall
Stoke on trent ******** Hi Kirsty Burslem STARS may be what you are looking for They meet on a saturday morning And learn Dance Singing and Drama Contact Val on 01782 518523 for further information
Carol Beardsall
Stoke on trent ******** new vic
great treat for all the family. great feeling inside the building. very intresting contemporary feel to all that happens. great and hopeful staff. well rounded theatre withgreat events happening all the time.
james E green
kings lynn ******** new wanna be actor
hi ... i am 12 years old and i would like to join drama classes ....can you give me help on where to go in stoke on trent ....newcastle under lyme thnx ....
kirsty henson
stoke on trent ******** Stafford eastgsate theatre
I don't live in Stafford so a map of where it is would be useful. It may be on the site but I can't find it!
Nigel Slater
Nottingham ******** Go charlie!
I went to see Juddith Bibby's latest dance spectacular at the stoke rep on saturday and thought it was amazing, especially charlie who was so gracious. Congratulations on your honours in your ballet Charlie, you really deserved it! Love kelly xxxxxxxxxxxx
Kelly Adams
Newcastle ******** One act drama festival
Conatct the Mitchell Theatre on 01782 235411 for dates. The Actual programme and performance days will not be decided until February. Hope this helps
Stoke on Trent Drama Committee
Hanley ******** One- Act Festival?
could you please let me know when next years one act festival is and if possible the days that burslem stars are performing?
many thanks
andrea ******** ALADDIN AND HIS MAGIC LAMP At The Mitchell Theatre
Just To avoid confusion Local Childrens Entertainer Paul Brammer is appearing as Widow Twankey in Mow Cop Players Production of Aladdin at the Mitchell Theatre Hanley.
There are several other productions in the area and people have been enquiring which production he is in. Full Details on the Panto Pages. PS Tickets selling fast
Julie Holford - Box Office Assistant
Stoke ******** Theatre/amature dramatic groups in stoke-on-trent
I am 30yrs old & have a son who is nearly 8yrs. We both would like to join a theatrical group. We live south of the city towards Blythe Bridge/Longton. We are prepared to travel but are wondering if anybody knew of any close to us. I used to be with a theatre group called the "staffordshire Rascals" when I was younger, I did performing arts at school & college, now my son is showing a talent & an interest in it aswell. Please could someone give us any information. Thank you.
Mandie Waldron
Stoke-on-Trent ******** Tarnia Baker
hi sue! hi bob! i love dave lovatt, i cant wait to perfoorm in peter pan soon!!!!!
Tarnia Baker
Bradley ******** Acting
Hi, I was wondering if anyone can send me information on me joining some kind of acting group. Im a 23 years old and did theatre at GCSE and A-level but then did my degree in Film. I'm very keen to get back into acting and want to get some experience behind me. Anything would be greatly appreciated, post here to give me more info...
Aj
stoke on trent ******** Stafford & District Operatic Society
It’s over eighty years since some budding Thespian came up with the idea of forming an operatic society here in Stafford and it’s thanks to an enthusiastic group of local folk that we celebrated eighty years of making music for the County in 2004. Following a meeting at The Sheridan Hotel, twenty aspiring performers voted to form an Amateur Operatic Society. The annual subscription was fixed at five shillings (25p) and “The Mikado” was chosen as the first production in 1924. We’ve performed it four further times since then - a popular choice and it is our Spring show 2005. The Oddfellows Hall is our main base for rehearsals today but earlier memories are of the old hall in Tipping Street with members gathered cosily around a coke stove during Winter rehearsals. Apparently male members of the Society took it in turns to stoke the stove, a chore they gladly washed their hands of later on ! All but two of our shows have been presented at The Gatehouse Theatre. The exceptions were “Patience” in 1979 and “Kismet” the following year, which were staged at Walton High School while the Borough Hall underwent extensive refurbishment. Since then we have been able to put on two shows a year. We were especially privileged in 2004 to stage our first world premiere "Mind Your Manor!", written and musically directed by Ken Wragg.
Dianne Maxfield
Stafford ******** SGYT
Stafford Gatehouse Youth Theatre talanted youngsters reach for the stars with stafford gatehouse's theatre group which has been going for many years. This year they will be putting on many shows including Macbeth and Dream Date!
Charlotte Partridge
Stafford ******** Acting
I was wondering if there were any auditions on this site for 14 year olds. I live in Burton and am keen to act, I would be able to come to other towns, please get in contact with me as I am very keen. Leanne
Leanne
Burton-upon-Trent ******** From BBC Staffordshire Online
Hi Leanne
Check out our Amateur Dramatics page and you'll find loads of info there on audition calls and local drama groups.
Click here to take a look
Regards,
Matt Newsum
BBC Staffordshire Online Newcastle Amateur Operatic Society's The Boyfriend (19th- 23rd April 2005)
This is Gordon Alcock's sparkling production of this vibrant 1920's all-singing, all-dancing, romantic comedy. Pre-audition rehearsals are 23rd, 25th & 30th November 2004 at Poolfields Youth & Adult Centre, Newcastle under Lyme. Pre-audition 'Charleston' Workshop at The Harriet Higgins Centre, Newcastle under Lyme on 5th December 2004. Auditions to be held at St. John's Ambulance HQ, Cobridge on 12th December 2004. The Society are particularly looking for lead boys and girls in their late teens/ early twenties (although any ages welcome to attend) able to dance and sing. Lack of experience is no bar, as the cast will be choroegraphed and coached during rehearsals. Come and have some great fun!
Jon Bott
Stoke on Trent ******** In reply to Jo - Nights out
Jo asked for advice on nights out for her local theatre group - why not vist fellow companies's productions at the Mitchell Theatre and The Rep as well as the many others performing the length and breadth of Staffordshire - If you went to see everthing that's on in the area you wouldn't have enough days in the week -such is the talent in this area. Musicals, Plays Panto's Evrything you could wish for and remember the more productions you see the more tips you pick up and if there's a production you like and think that your own comapny could do it it's one to put on the back burner for a few years. Anyway have fun - and as for fundraising and social events I think that you will find that actors are very keen to participate if it involves Alcohol - in vast quantities!!!!
Paul Brammer
Burslem ******** Queens Theatre
I would just like to say to the person who wrote regarding Queens Theatre Panto, they are doing another you will be pleased to know, Aladdin is this years. My daughter is taking part in it. Dont know when tickets are available, but ring the theatre and they will help.
Mrs L ******** Aladdin at the Mitchell Theatre presented by MOW COP PLAYERS
Just a quick note to let all panto fans know that all Matinee perfromances are now completely sold out and we have a waiting list for returns. Evening shows are also selling very quickly and some have strictly limited availablity. So don't miss out on the fun and book now. Full Details can be found on the Whats on Pages of this site. See you all soon - oh yes we will!!!!!
Paul Brammer
Burslem ******** Queens Theatre
I would just like to say, that I am really looking forward to the Queens Theatre Panto this year,I do hope they are doing one that is! I took the family to watch Cinderella there last year and it was fab, brill costumes, acting and dancing. Its lovely to see this theatre up and running again
Stoke ******** theatre
Hi wondered if anyone could help me. im on the committes of local theatre company and need advice for venues and noghts out that could be enjoyed by our group.
Any fundraising ideas or crowd drawing ideas would be useful. also wondered if you could help me get in touch with any one that could help
Jo
Stoke on trent ******** Rep Theatre
This theatre is great! I've done about 4 or 5 dance shows here and everytiem everyone's enjoyedit, it's modern, friendly and just all round...brill!
jan
Staffordhsire ******** socials
hi i recently became part of a theatre company committe and as im new at this wondered if anyone had any tips on popular events or noghts out tehy have experienced in the local area. Also ideas for venues All info greatly recieved x
jo
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