26 - 28 Jun & 1 - 5 Jul 2026
Maskers presents
The Secret Garden by Elizabeth Newman

When the walls come down, life begins to grow

After the death of her parents, young Mary Lennox is sent from India to live with her reclusive uncle in a vast Yorkshire manor filled with locked doors and unspoken grief. Angry, lonely, and convinced she is unwanted, Mary begins to explore her strange new world — and in doing so uncovers a long-forgotten garden hidden behind ivy-covered walls.

As Mary slowly brings the garden back to life, she forms unexpected friendships with the warm-hearted Martha, the gentle animal-loving Dickon, and her sickly cousin Colin, who has been hidden away from the world. Together, they discover that healing can come from fresh air, hard work, and human connection.

This intimate studio production of The Secret Garden brings Frances Hodgson Burnett’s much-loved story to the stage, exploring how compassion, imagination, and hope can transform even the most wounded hearts.

But can a garden really change a life?

This stage adaptation by Elizabeth Newman captures the essence of the book, and it is brought to life with our joint production between Maskers and the youth of Light UP drama!

www.maskers.org.uk

30 Jun -  4 Jul 2026
Hamble Players presents
Nuns - A Satire

A satire about three rebellious Nuns and how they plot to overthrow the mother superior in order to establish smoking rights for themselves

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15 -  18 Jul 2026
Chesil Theatre presents
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare

The war is over. The battle of the sexes is just beginning.

One of the Bard’s most popular comedies re-imagined at the end of WWII. Breaking their journey on the way home from the front, a group of soldiers stop for a few days’ rest, recreation and a little romance. Delivering razor-sharp banter, slapstick comedy and a happy ending, you won’t want to miss this open-air enemies-to-lovers classic!

www.chesiltheatre.org.uk

3 -  5 Sep 2026
Hamble Players presents
Murder Mystery

Enjoy solving the mystery with a delicious supper

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15 -  19 Sep 2026
RAODS presents
Relative Values by Noel Coward

A classic Noël Coward comedy about class, marriage, and social climbing, centered on an English Earl who brings his American film star fiancée home, causing chaos when his mother discovers the fiancée's former maid is now among the staff. The play, set in the 1950s, features witty dialogue, mistaken identities, and a hilariously snobbish Countess.

www.plazatheatre.com

12 -  17 Oct 2026
RAODS presents
Last Of The Red Hot Lovers by Neil Simon

Neil Simon's hilarious 1960s play about one man's attempt to take part in the sexual revolution.

Middle-aged and married, overworked and overweight, Barney Cashman wants to join the sexual revolution before it's too late and arranges three seductions: the first, Elaine Navazio proves to be a foul-mouthed bundle of neuroses; Bobbi Michele is next, a 20-ish actress who's too kooky by half; finally comes September and Jeanette Fisher, a gloomy, depressed housewife who happens to be married to Barney's best friend.

Content warning: This production contains strong language and references to drugs and suicide.  Suitable for age 14 and over.

www.plazatheatre.com

10 -  14 Nov 2026
RAODS presents
Young Frankenstein by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan

The NEW Mel Brooks Musical

A mad scientist, a hunchbacked sidekick, a charming local girl, a mysterious housekeeper, and a 7ft monster: "it's the Transylvania Mania!"

Young Frankenstein follows the journey of the brilliant (but reluctant) Dr. Frederick Frankenstein to Transylvania, having inherited his infamous grandfather's estate. The doctor quickly uncovers his ancestor's brilliance and history soon starts to repeat itself. Much to the dismay of the angry townsfolk, Dr. Frankenstein completes his grandfather's work and brings a man back to life. However, this 'new' monster is intelligent, emotional, and has an eye for the ladies. What could possibly go wrong?

Based on Mel Brooks' 1974 comedy classic film, Young Frankenstein is a laugh-a-minute romp - think The Producers meets midnight monster movies. Be sure to grab your tickets for a night of mad science, laughter, and musical mayhem: "it’s alive… and it's hilarious!"

www.plazatheatre.com

1 -  6 Dec 2026
Hamble Players presents
Treasure Island - Pantomime

Following young Jim Hawkins as he discovers a treasure map after a dying buccaneer’s arrival at his parents’ inn. 

With Dr. Livesey and Squire Trelawney, Jim sets sail on the Hispaniola to find the buried treasure, but the voyage turns perilous when he learns his charismatic friend, Long John Silver, is secretly a pirate leader planning a mutiny

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