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Happenings in the bar, the auditorium and elsewhere

Coffee Morning - Cancelled There Will Be No Coffee Morning This Month - It Will Restart Again In February.

In the Bar and Foyer

In the Bar and Foyer

4th January from 10:30 to 12:30

Performance - Every Brilliant Thing At The Talisman Fringe Extra

Our September production of this wonderful play was a triumph for all concerned and we are thrilled to have another opportunity to perform it by special invitation of our friends at the Talisman. ‘Every Brilliant Thing’ is directed by Anne-marie Greene and stars Jon Elves. This unique performance is a captivating mix of one-man show and stand-up comedy, where the audience becomes a vital part of the storytelling - in the kindest and most delightful way imaginable. We know that many people were disappointed to miss it on the Criterion stage, so you have another chance to see it in all its glory. All details of the production including how to buy tickets can be found on the Talisman Fringe Extra pages [https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/talismantheatre/t-dvroyna]. 

In the Other External

In the Other External

9th January from 20:00 to 21:30

Open Reading

In the Bar

In the Bar

12th January from 19:30 to 21:00

Play Reading - In House Drama Reading For Springboard

In the Bar

In the Bar

13th January from 19:30 to 21:00
In the Bar

In the Bar

24th January from 20:00 to 21:00

Coffee Morning

In the Bar and Foyer

In the Bar and Foyer

1st February from 10:30 to 12:30

Audition - Springboard 2025: Scapegoat By David Court, Director Dean Sheridan

Haunted by doubt and fueled by alcohol, Father Murray, a haggard Catholic priest world-weary from a thankless job, faces the ultimate test. His love for people long extinguished, he merely goes through the motions. Enter The Devil, an androgynous, arrogant, and exuberantly manipulative tempter, determined to exploit Murray's despair and shatter his already crumbling faith. A gripping exploration of temptation, despair, and the battle for a soul. _Casting Requirements:_ Father Murray: Male, Playing age: 45+. An alcoholic priest doubting his calling in life, disillusioned with the church. The Devil: Male or female presenting. Playing age: 20 - 40. Lucifer themself, playful and a convincing orator, wishes to finally break Murray’s faith Please email deansheridanperformer@live.co.uk with your interest and request the script segments for the audition.  

In the Auditorium and Bar

In the Auditorium and Bar

9th February from 19:30 to 21:00

Audition - Springboard 2025: 1001 By Camilla Whitehill, Director Gennie Holmes

Maya is taking recovery one step at a time in this funny and uplifting play about mental health and friendship.   _Casting Requirements:_ Maya - female, mid-twenties. She is funny, quick and has bi-polar disorder Iza - female/non-binary/female-presenting, mid-twenties. Maya's best friend and flat-mate. Kind, loving, funny. Doctor - female, any age. Not warm, but good at her job. Sam - male, mid-twenties. Cool without trying, attractive, warm and fun.   For auditions people will be directed on sections given out on the day. No preparation is required.In person auditions are preferred. If you are interested in auditioning, please contact Gennie Holmes.   

In the Auditorium and Bar

In the Auditorium and Bar

13th February from 19:30 to 21:00
In the Auditorium

In the Auditorium

16th February from 15:00 to 17:00

Club Night - Bar Open - 8.30 - 10Pm

For the next few Wednesdays we will be trialling an early close of 10pm for the bar - please support the bar team member with this endeavour, thank you! 

In the Bar

In the Bar

19th February from 20:30 to 22:00
In the Auditorium

In the Auditorium

21st February from 19:00 to 22:00

Audition - Springboard 2025: No Place Like Home By Alexandra Taylor, Director Cassandra O'floresca

_In this absurdist piece, set in a dystopian near future, ALDER baffles BETTINA with __red tape and bureaucracy._ PRINCIPAL ROLES ADLER: A dispassionate and unsympathetic petty official in an immigration centre. Passive aggressive jobsworth. Any gender or age. Any heritage. BETTINA: A frazzled and frustrated mother of a 13 year old boy, waiting to be seen. Female identifying. 30- 50 ish (credibly mother of a 13 year old). Any heritage. SUPPORTING ROLES Ideal for newcomers to the stage,if possible, the characters should be of contrasting heritages. CLAIMANT: Two short lines of dialogue. SECURITY GUARD: Takes Bettina into custody. Non-speaking role. Auditions will take the form of a group table read of all or extracts from this short play (7 pages) to judge the dynamic and chemistry between the two main characters.

In the Bar

In the Bar

25th February from 19:30 to 21:00

Club Night - Bar Open - The Scotscars!

In the Bar

In the Bar

28th February from 20:30 to 23:00

Coffee Morning

In the Bar and Foyer

In the Bar and Foyer

1st March from 10:30 to 12:30
In the Bar

In the Bar

14th March from 20:00 to 21:00

Coffee Morning

In the Bar and Foyer

In the Bar and Foyer

5th April from 10:30 to 12:30
In the Bar

In the Bar

2nd May from 20:00 to 21:00

Coffee Morning

In the Bar and Foyer

In the Bar and Foyer

3rd May from 10:30 to 12:30
In the Bar

In the Bar

30th May from 20:00 to 21:00

Coffee Morning

In the Bar and Foyer

In the Bar and Foyer

7th June from 10:30 to 12:30

Coffee Morning

In the Bar and Foyer

In the Bar and Foyer

5th July from 10:30 to 12:30

Coffee Morning

In the Bar and Foyer

In the Bar and Foyer

5th July from 10:30 to 12:30

Coffee Morning

In the Bar and Foyer

In the Bar and Foyer

2nd August from 10:30 to 12:30

Coffee Morning

In the Bar and Foyer

In the Bar and Foyer

6th September from 10:30 to 12:30

Coffee Morning

In the Bar and Foyer

In the Bar and Foyer

4th October from 10:30 to 12:30
In the Bar

In the Bar

10th October from 20:00 to 21:00

Coffee Morning

In the Bar and Foyer

In the Bar and Foyer

1st November from 10:30 to 12:30

Coffee Morning

In the Bar and Foyer

In the Bar and Foyer

1st November from 10:30 to 12:30

Coffee Morning

In the Bar and Foyer

In the Bar and Foyer

6th December from 10:30 to 12:30
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