ONE OF THE BEST KEPT SECRETS IN SURREY
The Chipstead Players Theatre Company operate from a lovingly converted stable block, now called the Courtyard Theatre, off a country lane in the beautiful village of Chipstead. Its sleepy setting belies the vibrant, busy atmosphere and creative energy inside. New visitors are amazed at the wealth of talent, expertise and resources inside this fully equipped 98 seat theatre and bar with its thriving membership spanning all ages. Come and discover our lovely theatre, as a full member or supporter, and share the secret of our success!
RECENT SUCCESSES
Chipstead Players’ most recent production was "Humble Boy" by Charlotte Jones, which played to appreciative audiences at the Courtyard Theatre from the 14th-19th July 2008. A strong cast and stunning set delivered a memorable evening’s entertainment; click here for further details, including the cast list and review.
NEXT PRODUCTIONS
JUNIOR REVUE AND FILM 11th – 13th September 2008 Devised and directed by the Junior Committee Double-bill Centre-stage for an Olde Tyme Music Hall by our multi-talented juniors from 6 – 14 is followed in this double-bill by a sneak preview showing of a 10-minute film made over one intensive weekend by the senior juniors, 11 – 16. It follows five determined youngsters as they concoct a scheme to rescue their community centre from imminent closure, with help – or hindrance! – from a few superheroes. KINDERTRANSPORT 27th October – 1st November 2008 By Diane Samuels Directed by Colin Edgerton Bitter-sweet drama Eva was 9 when her family put her on a train bound for England, just one of the tens of thousands on the ‘kindertransport’. Now grown up, she has buried her German roots and the dark memories of that lonely journey until her daughter inadvertently discovers her past. This powerful drama, based on true-life events, opens our war-themed trilogy.
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FORTHCOMING EVENTS
PLAY READING – "My Boy Jack" Thursday 28th August 2008 – 8:00pm at The Courtyard Theatre Maggie May is hosting a reading of this powerful and moving play (March 2009’s production) at the Courtyard on the above date. All are invited. This promises to be an interesting and informal evening, to review the strengths (and weaknesses?) in the play and to discuss how it can be turned into a powerful piece of theatre. It is also an opportunity to familiarise everyone with the range of parts available, including Kipling, his son Jack (17/18), Carrie (Kipling’s American wife), Elsie (Jack’s sister), and some Irish Guards on the Western Front and later at Kiplings home at Batemans. Juniors please note: There are 2 excellent opportunities for talented Junior members in the parts of Jack and Elsie. See the Juniors page or the Auditions page for more details. Click on this link for the audition dates, and more details of the play itself.
From time to time, the Chipstead Players organise events for their members including workshops, dinners, mystery evenings and treasure hunts. Further details can be found throughout this website and are mailed free to members.
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