Little Theatre News…
Matilda mayhem springs into action
The children are revolting – but there’s fun, laughs, song and dance all the way in an Easter musical by Sheringham Little Theatre’s talented youngsters.
Matilda Junior tells the riotous tale of talented Matilda Wormwood, who is sent by her uncaring parents to Chrunchem Hall Elementary School.
She is pitched into the [READ MORE…]
Get clicking to help SLT in arts awards
Hooray! We have been nominated for an arts award by an online magazine. But we need your votes as soon as possible to take us through to the regional finals.
Sheringham Little Theatre is in the frame for the Best Arts, Culture And Theatre category in the Muddy Stilettos Awards 2024.
We [READ MORE…]
Walpoles bow out after 50 years of service as theatre presidents
They are Sheringham Little Theatre’s longest-running double act.
But Lady Walpole and her late husband Lord Robin have taken their bows after completing 50 years of service as the charity-run community arts venue’s presidents. His Lordship reigned for 48 years until his death in March 2021, before his wife took over [READ MORE…]
Spellbinding fantasy coming to the boil
Witchcraft, murder and romance are stirred in a cauldron of fantasy comedy at the Little Theatre this Spring.
A 22-strong cast of local amateurs from the Little Theatre Players are staging Wyrd Sisters from March 28-30.
The show is based on Terry Pratchett’s sixth Discworld novel, and revolves around a trio of [READ MORE…]
Funds and volunteers are vital for theatre
Generating funds as well as fun is a vital role for the Sheringham Little Theatre.
That was one of the key messages at the annual general meeting of the charity which runs the community arts venue.
Chairman Jonathan Beak said things were improving after some difficult Covid-affected years which hit income streams [READ MORE…]
SURANNE’S STORY
Suranne Jones was born in Oldham and grew up in Greater Manchester.
She started acting at eight years old, took her first steps into making it her career at the Oldham Theatre Workshop, and later completed a Diploma in Performing Arts.
After various stage acting roles which saw her tour the length [READ MORE…]
TV star Suranne is new Sheringham theatre president
Stage and screen star Suranne Jones has stepped into a new role – as president of Sheringham Little Theatre.
The multi award-winning actor best known for Vigil, Gentleman Jack and Dr Foster, was unveiled at the annual meeting of the charity trust which runs the community arts venue.
She takes over the [READ MORE…]
Summer fun is in the wings at seaside theatre
Laughs, chills, a dance party and comic opera are part of the cocktail of summer entertainment being served up by Sheringham Little Theatre.
The annual summer theatre, which has been running for more than 50 years, is building on last year’s successes when it opens on July 30 with a series [READ MORE…]
Diamond is forever in tribute show
His singalong song has become a modern-day sporting anthem but there is more to Neil Diamond than Sweet Caroline.
A touring show highlighting the many hits penned and performed by the American music legend is heading to Sheringham Little Theatre this spring.
And the Norfolk man singing the star’s songs has a [READ MORE…]
Cinders panto packs them in
Cinderella has helped give Sheringham Little Theatre a happy ending to 2023 after the popular panto played to sell-out shows and drew praise from families who enjoyed the fun.
Theatre director Debbie Thompson said: “Many of the 40-plus shows were sold out. We had a dozen visiting schools and added two [READ MORE…]