Little Theatre News…
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…]
Trio of pantos in theatre’s new season
A triple bill of panto action is among the entertainment looming in Sheringham Little Theatre’s newly-released autumn and winter programme.
The venue’s main panto Robin Hood is based on a show that was a huge success in its “sister theatre” St George’s in Great Yarmouth last year – but writer Nick [READ MORE…]
Lofty ambitions for new one-woman play
A loft clear-out triggers a chance for Marcella to unbox her past, and her future, in a new play heading to Sheringham in September.
Marcella’s Minute to Midnight sees a woman in mid 60s tackling the declutter of a lifetime following a botched eBay order which requires more loft space [READ MORE…]
Unsung team who make summer shows special
With summer season in mid-flow Sheringham Little Theatre director Debbie Thompson highlights the work of the behind-the-scenes stars.
The mood has shifted from madcap musketeering to spooky spinechilling as our summer season moves to its second play.
After the breathless comedy of the Three Musketeers rollicking romp that opened the four-play season [READ MORE…]
Actors bring town history alive
Local history is being brought back to life by actors from Sheringham Little Theatre’s adult drama group.
Lifeboat rescues, war diaries and stories about a prominent family from “the big house” will be showcased in cameo performances for visitors to the town museum in August.
Nine members of the theatre’s adult drama [READ MORE…]
