As part of our centenary year, Harleston Players' spring show will be The Marquise, a sparkling romantic comedy by Noël Coward first performed in 1927.
The play involves two long-time aristocratic friends—a Count and a Duke—who decide to unite their families by marrying off their respective children, Adrienne and Miguel. Neither of the young people wants the match, as both are secretly in love with other people. Chaos ensues when the spirited and glamorous Marquise Eloise de Kestournel arrives unexpectedly, exposing old secrets, sparking comedic jealousy and fixing the romantic tangles with sharp wit and clever plotting.
There are nine characters, male and female, of various ages.
Auditions will be on Sunday 6th December, 2pm to 4pm and Wednesday 9th December, 7.30pm to 9.30pm. These will be at Jay’s Green Community Centre.
The performances are 16th, 17th, 21st, 23rd and 24th April, 2027.
For more information then please contact Sara Curtis at harlestonplayers@gmail.com
Goodnight Mister Tom, directed by Meryl Raines, is a deeply moving and timeless story of friendship, healing, and hope. Set during the dark days of the Second World War, the play follows young London evacuee William Beech as he is placed in the care of elderly rural recluse Tom Oakley, forming an extraordinary and life-changing bond. From two vastly different worlds, the only thing that can bring them together is love.
Performances at Harleston Sancroft Academy on 29th and 30th January and 4th - 6th February 2027.
As an award–winning amateur drama company, we are passionate about producing high quality theatre and providing an opportunity for local people to join in the creative process. Auditions are advertised and open to all, and there are numerous backstage roles, from costumes and make up to set building, sound and lighting. We normally put on three main productions each year – anything from musicals to thrillers - and we also run youth theatre projects for 9-15 year olds. Please get in touch for more information – a dramatic opportunity could be just around the corner!
