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Manufacturing heritage takes centre stage. Wolverhampton company, Aldridge Trimmings, opens its doors to Bridgnorth Musical Theatre Company. Who knew that Wolverhampton still holds a connection to the iconic Dagenham Ford factory’s legacy? It turns out that Bridgnorth Musical Theatre Company’s show director, Laura Davies, certainly did! Laura, who also happens...

Converting a Presbyterian Church to a modern arts centre My journey into the world of theatre began through my two daughters. My eldest first discovered her love for musical theatre after performing in a school production. She quickly caught the bug, and from there, we took the next step by...

  Winners from the NODA East Gala Celebration on Sunday 11th May 2025 For productions during 2024   Best Drama   District 2 Maulden Players - Shakers District 3 Dunstable Rep Theatre Company - Columbo: Prescription Murder District 4 North Peterborough Playgoers - Cat's Cradle District 4 South Bury St...

 WANT TO WORK IN 7 ACRES OF GORGEOUS PARKLAND WITH A 600 SEAT OUTDOOR THEATRE AND A GRADE 1 LISTED HALL?  2026 SEASON  We are seeking applications from directors for our Summer 2026 season.  TWELFTH NIGHT  ONE MAN TWO GUVNORS  TREASURE ISLAND  We are looking for directors who can bring...

Olveston Parish Players are sad to announce the loss of our greatly esteemed Director Emeritus, Linda Evans who died earlier this year. Linda was born in 1938 in Weston-super-Mare, and as a child moved to Bristol, where she attended the Duncan House School.  Her childhood was shaped by regular trips to...

We're delighted to announce the nominations for the NODA South West Awards (for shows performed in the year from 1st January to 31st December 2024). The results will be announced at our NODA South West Annual Awards Evening on 24th May 2025 at Sandy Park Exeter EX2 7NN. NODA South West WILFRED...

We're delighted to announce the South West Certificates Of Excellence and our District Achievement Award Winners (for productions and achievements in 2024). Presentations to these groups will be made at our Awards Evening at our NODA South West Annual Awards Evening on 24th May 2025 at Sandy Park Exeter EX2 7NN. NODA...

We are delighted to announce the results are in for the South West area Poster and Programme Competition for 2024. We'll be celebrating these achievements at our Awards Evening at our NODA South West Annual Awards Evening on 24th May 2025 at Sandy Park Exeter EX2 7NN. The winning entries will go...

The NODA South West AGM will be on 30th March 2025, at the Walnut Tree Inn, North Petherton, Somerset TA6 6QA from 10.30 for 11am. The meeting is open all members of NODA, whether through personal membership or via a Society membership. It is important for us to hear your views and...

West Kirby Musical Theatre Company is looking for a permanent Musical Director following the recent retirement of Rob Bowness. We are looking for a Director with a track record of experience in conducting, leading and shaping concerts and shows and to maintain West Kirby Musical Theatre Company’s dynamic reputation for...