Little Theatre News…
There’s a hole in the budget dear Rachel
A hilarious rendition of the classic comedy song “There’s a Hole in my Bucket” was one of the highlights of a special fundraising variety show at Sheringham Little Theatre.
Staff members Robert Briggs and Hannah Smith shed their front-of-house and commercial managers’ roles for the spotlight as they put a local [READ MORE…]
Suranne’s playwright challenge aims to soften theatre budget blow
The new Budget is likely to put a £25,000 black hole in Sheringham Little Theatre’s finances.
The grim news was delivered to the annual meeting by chairman Jonathan Beak while explaining that it was already “a struggle” to balance the books at the charity-run community arts venue – even with the [READ MORE…]
Where there’s a will – there’s a way to help the theatre
Theatre lover Tom Dick will live on long after he’s gone thanks to his donations to his local community arts venue.
The retired corporate public relations is leaving a generous legacy to Sheringham Little Theatre where he pursues his love of ballet and opera through national screenings.
It was also favourite haunt [READ MORE…]
Variety show set to spice up theatre funds
Talented friends of Sheringham Little Theatre are teaming up to stage a fundraising variety show for the venue.
A mix of mainly professional actors and singers plus some star staff will perform at the special show on Saturday October 26.
There will be musical theatre songs, comedy and some surprises on the [READ MORE…]
Youngsters complete panto line-up and staff stage variety show
Youth and staff talent prepare for the spotlight!
The last piece of Sheringham Little Theatre’s panto cast jigsaw is in place. Well 21 pieces to be precise.
Three teams of seven youngsters, aged six to 19, have been chosen to be the dancers and “chorus” in this winter’s Robin Hood romp.
From now [READ MORE…]
Lifetime award for director Debbie
Take a bow theatre director Debbie Thompson. Her tireless energy, enthusiasm, commitment and creativity have been recognised with a lifetime achievement accolade in the Norfolk Arts Awards.
Debbie, whose career spans nearly 40 years, was chosen for the honour through a public vote. It comes as she reaches the personal milestone [READ MORE…]
Poignant premiere for dementia drama
A brand new comedy drama delving into the sadness and smiles of a family living with dementia will be premiered at Sheringham in November.
It has been written by two local amateur actors whose own lives have been touched by the cruel condition – and was sparked by a dream. The [READ MORE…]
Doris and dame roles in wings for mum and son
A theatre-loving mum and son are preparing to perform two contrasting roles at Sheringham Little Theatre.
Professional actor Oliver Westlake is gearing up for his first ever dame role as Little Jane in the Robin Hood panto which opens in December.
His “am-dram” mum Sarah is currently rehearsing her character Doris, a [READ MORE…]
Panto sheriff ready to take on Sheringham
Sheringham’s independent shops are under threat from takeover – by the Sheriff of Nottingham.
But it’s all right. Robin Hood is out to save the day and deliver a pantomime happy ending.
The Little Theatre’s version of the famous forest folklore tale promises to give a local flavour to the classic panto [READ MORE…]
A theatre for all four seasons – and three pantos!
Sheringham Little Theatre director Debbie Thompson reflects on the summer and looks ahead to autumn and panto.
As one door slams shut another one opens – just like in our recent farce. But as we say goodbye to summer and hello to autumn, we are fully prepared for the rest of [READ MORE…]
