9 -  25 Jan 2026
RAODS presents
The Sleeping Beauty by Peter Denyer

A RAODS production

Our traditional annual pantomime for all the family

Princess Beauty has a wonderful and grand christening, but the evil fairy Carabosse is not invited. When she finds out she's not too happy and seeks revenge and curses our heroine. She will prick her finger and die. Can Nanny Cranny and Bumble protect Beauty? Will Prince Michael save the day? What happens to Arcadia? How does the castle survive with a silly King and stupid guards? Why are there so many questions? A rip-roaring ride full of fun and laughter from start to finish.

www.plazatheatre.com

16 -  24 Jan 2026
Chesil Theatre presents
The Judas Kiss, by David Hare

The downfall of a genius at the hands of love.

At the height of his career, Oscar Wilde finds himself prosecuted for ‘gross indecency’. With only hours before the police arrive to arrest him, he faces a life-altering decision: flee England and avoid imprisonment – or stay and risk everything for love and principle. David Hare’s play explores the cost of loyalty and pride, and the tragedy of a love betrayed.

Contains adult themes

www.chesiltheatre.org.uk

22 -  24 Jan 2026
Bishopstoke Players presents
Aladdin by Charles Philip

Step into a world of magic, mischief, and mountains of laughter as Bishopstoke Players bring the classic pantomime Aladdin to life! 

Join us in the bustling streets of Old Baghdad, where young Aladdin dreams of escaping his everyday life and finding a brighter future. Armed with a mysterious magic lamp and a larger-than-life Genie, young Aladdin sets on on his quest to make himself rich and to marry the beautiful Princess Jasmine. But who will help him? Will it be his mum, Widow Twanky, or his brother Wishy Washy? Can he escape the wicked schemes of the evil Abanazar Jaffa and his hapless sidekicks?

This timeless love story of Aladdin and Princess Jasmine makes for a show bursting with all the ingredients of a perfect family pantomime!

www.bishopstokeplayers.uk

23 -  31 Jan 2026
Chameleons presents
CAMELOT (The Pantomime) by Ben Crocker

Help us step back in time with this mad medieval romp! Will Prince Arthur save the beautiful Guinevere from the wicked Valerin the Vicious? Can Merlin defeat the evil Morgan Le Fay and her foolish knights with the help of Connie Clatterbottom the Nurse and Teddy the Bear? 

With all the elements of a traditional Pantomime, come along to cheer the goodies and boo the baddies in this fun packed family show! 

www.chameleontheatre.co.uk

2 - 7 Feb 2026
Maskers presents
Educating Rita by Willy Russell

Educating Rita by Willy Russell tells the story of Rita, a hairdresser who joins an Open University course to escape her working-class roots and reignite her life. Her tutor, Frank, a disillusioned, alcoholic, sparks a transformative journey for both, leaving us to wonder: who is really educating who?

www.maskers.org.uk

9 - 14 Feb 2026
RAODS presents
Faith Healer by Brian Friel

"Am I endowed with a unique and awesome gift? My God, yes, I’m afraid so." Frank Hardy. Faith Healer.

A RAODS Green Room Production

Travelling through remote and isolated areas in Scotland and Wales, Frank offers, for one night only in each location, his unique cure to the most desperate and hopeless of people. Does he actually possess a gift? Or are these rare and miracle healings only tricks of the mind? Is Frank a showman, or a shaman?

Telling the story of Frank, his wife Grace, and manager Teddy, we encounter differing perspectives of their absurd and momentous lives and conflicts together. With each tale come new revelations in this spellbinding narrative.

Faith Healer was voted as one of the 100 most significant plays of the 20th century in a poll conducted by Royal National Theatre and has been named by The Independent as one of the "40 best plays of all time".

Content warning: This production contains strong language and references suicide, physical violence, alcohol addiction and neonatal loss. Suitable for age 14 and over.

www.plazatheatre.com

27 Feb -  1 Mar 2026
Chesil Theatre presents
TakeTen Chesil Theatre New Writing Festival

Ten plays. Five performances. One weekend.

We’re celebrating the premiere performances of our ninth biennial nationwide competition to find the best ten 10-minute plays selected from hundreds of entries. This year’s theme ‘Angels’ has inspired interpretations across a range of ideas and genres. Each performance includes all ten works and we’ll be joined by the winning writers, with judges and directors.

www.chesiltheatre.org.uk

10 - 14 Mar 2026
RAODS presents
Into The Woods

 Stephen Sondheim’s imaginative and comical musical remix of beloved fairy tales.

A RAODS Main Stage production

Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by James Lapine.

Into The Woods follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.

Originally Directed on Broadway by James Lapine.

Orchestrations by Jonathan Tunick.

This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International. All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.co.uk

www.plazatheatre.com

7 -  11 Apr 2026
RAODS presents
The Mirror Crack'd by Rachel Wagstaff

A dynamic new adaptation of Agatha Christie's classic mystery.

A RAODS Production

It’s the 1960’s and the sleepy village of St Mary Mead has been thrown into a frenzy by the news that the glamorous Hollywood star Marina Gregg has moved into the Manor House. Miss Jane Marple; confined to her living room after an accident, has plenty of time to think after a vicious murder occurs during a party at the Manor House. It’s only a matter of time before tragedy strikes again and Miss Marple must use all of her skills to unravel the web of lies and deception as someone is out for revenge.  

www.plazatheatre.com

10 -  18 Apr 2026
Chesil Theatre presents
Ladies In Lavender by Shaun McKenna

A gentle tale of longing and loss.

It’s 1937. The quiet lives of two mature unmarried sisters are disturbed by the unexpected appearance of a young man, washed ashore near their cottage after a storm. As they nurse him back to health, he comes to represent all they have missed. And one day he will have to leave …

www.chesiltheatre.org.uk

22 -  25 Apr 2026
Cheriton Players presents
Fondly Remembered by Gareth Armstrong

Fondly Remembered? – will Douglas be or will his past overshadow the present? This is a wickedly funny play, full of revelations, revenge and reconciliation. It also asks us a simple question – is it ever too late to make amends and start again?

www.thecheritonplayers.org.uk

22 -  30 May 2026
Chesil Theatre presents
Philip Pullman’s Grimm Tales, adapted for the stage by Philip Wilson

Beware those who wander in these wild woods …

Journey deep into the wild woods but whatever you do, keep to the path, there are strangers lurking in the shadows. From runaway princesses to sinister stepmothers and resurrecting snakes, it’s a captivating world where magic meets the macabre, secrets fester under trees and justice creeps in unexpected forms. These are no Disney fairy tales, these are dark, dangerous and very Grimm!

Contains use of flashing lights. This production is not suitable for age 12 and under.

www.chesiltheatre.org.uk

14 -  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