26 Oct - 1 Nov 2026
Maskers presents
2:22 - A Ghost Story by Danny Robins

One House. One Secret.

One Night That Changes Everything.

Jenny is certain something is wrong in their new home. Every night at 2:22 a.m., she wakes to unsettling noises on the baby monitor — sounds she’s convinced mean someone, or something, is watching. Her husband, Sam, insists it’s nothing more than stress, but when their friends Lauren and Ben arrive for dinner, the conversation spirals into a night of uneasy laughter, sharp disagreements, and revelations that cut far deeper than any of them expect.

As the hours slip by and the tension mounts, secrets surface, loyalties shift, and the boundary between scepticism and belief begins to fracture. With 2:22am drawing ever closer, the four of them are forced to confront what they fear, what they trust, and what they can’t explain.

Blending dark humour, psychological unease, and a creeping sense of the supernatural, 2:22 A Ghost Story delivers a gripping, nerve jangling night that leaves audiences questioning what they’ve seen — and what might be waiting in the dark.

A brilliantly crafted psychological thriller that asks one haunting question:

Do you believe in ghosts?

Mon 26th Oct - Sun 1st Nov 2026
Monday to Saturday at 7:30pm, Sunday matinée at 2:30pm
Doors open at 7pm for evenings, and 2pm for matinée.
Contains some strong language and sexual references. Recommended for ages 12+

www.maskers.org.uk

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

13 - 21 Nov 2026
Chesil Theatre presents
Bleak Expectations by Mark Evans

Directed by John Wakeman

Dickens with a dash of Monty Python!

Follow half-orphan Pip's extraordinary exploits with sisters Pippa and Poppy and best friend Harry Biscuit, as they attempt to escape the calculating clutches of the dastardly Mr Gently Benevolent, defeat the hideous Hardthrasher siblings and deflect disaster at every turn!

Bleak Expectations is a hilarious, chaotic caper, featuring contemptible villains, preposterous names and definitely, probably, hopefully a happy ending.

Best for ages 10+. Contains stylised violence.

Bleak Expectations is presented by arrangement with Nick Hern Books

www.chesiltheatre.org.uk

19 - 21 Nov 2026
Bursledon Players presents
Simon's Way conceived by Tim Taylor

The Bursledon Players celebrate their 75th anniversary with a brand new home-grown comedy called Simon’s Way.

It begins in Bursledon Village Hall in 2026, where members of the group have gathered to brainstorm ideas for their 75th anniversary production. Sounds familiar? It’s all a little too close for comfort!

When Simon proposes a play-within-a-play about the Bursledon Regatta in the style of a certain nautical TV drama filmed on the River Hamble, we’re whisked back to 1986. Here we encounter fierce regatta rivalries, a chaotic baking competition, bribery, cheating and plenty of 80s over-the-top glamour.

At the heart of the drama is a millionaire new to the village who wants to cut down three ancient oak trees that are blocking her view of the river. But she doesn’t reckon on the local planning officer whose honour stands between her and her destiny!

Written with plenty of affection for village life, this is an evening of sharp one-liners, big characters and gentle chaos, played by a cast who clearly enjoy every minute.

Conceived by Tim Tayler, progressed by Ned Neve and his AI friends, and further development and script by Sean Tyler.

Note: please double-check the date on your ticket after purchase. After purchasing tickets your name will be added to the guest list. Please give your name on the door, there is no need to print your ticket(s).

A bar/refreshments will be available (cards accepted). Thursday 19th to Saturday 21st November, 7.30pm (doors open 7.00pm). Saturday matinee 2.30pm (doors open 2.00pm). We look forward to seeing you.

bursledonplayers.yapsody.com

26 - 28 Nov 2026
CADG presents
The Unfriend by Steven Moffat

What happens when a perfectly polite holiday friendship comes home with you?

When Peter and Debbie meet the delightfully eccentric Elsa on holiday, they promise she can visit them if she’s ever in England.

They didn’t think she actually would!

Soon their quiet suburban life spirals into awkward dinners, shocking revelations, and very British panic as they realise that their new friend may not be quite what she seems.

Curdridge Amateur Drama Group present an amateur production by arrangement with Nick Hern Books

www.curdridgedrama.co.uk

28 Nov - 5 Dec 2026
CATS presents
Snow White by Ben Crocker

Snow White comes to Copythorne!

Copythorne Amateur Theatrical Society (CATS) are delighted to be performing 'Snow White', by Ben Crocker an award-winning pantomime with a big heart.

Fearing that the Wicked Queen is no longer “the fairest of them all”, 

Dolly and her son Danny, and her dog Fang, try to keep Snow White safe by impersonating the Magic Mirror - but in true panto style, they spectacularly fail. 

Fortunately – and also in true panto style, the Queen has hired the most thoroughly inept and engagingly useless murderers to do her dirty work. 

A fun filled show is guaranteed with lots of traditional panto fun, oh yes it is!

Performances are as follows at Copythorne Parish Hall

Saturday 28th November at 7.30pm

Sunday 29th November at 2.30pm

Saturday 5th December at 2.30pm and 7.30pm

Ticket prices are £10 for adults, under 16s are  £5 and a family ticket is £25.

More information at https://copythornecats.org.uk/

Tickets available from Bartley Post Office, The Compass Inn or online at

https://www.ticketsource.com/cats-snow-whites

copythornecats.org.uk

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

hambleplayers.co.uk

4 -  12 Dec 2026
The Worthy Players presents
Treasure Island - Pantomime by Ben Crocker

The original tale already has plenty of Goodies and Baddies on which to base this Christmas show, but we couldn’t put on a panto without the Dame character, the love interest and a lot more jokes & songs than in the classic book.

Think of Pirate battles, Treasure hunts, Ghosts and Cake-making.

Cake-making? Yes, because in this production, W.I. does not – as you might expect in the Caribbean – stand for West Indies, but something much closer to home!

The cast are already enjoying this one, but you’ll have to wait until December!

See the poster for details, but note the dates in your diary for

Fridays and Saturdays, 4th, 5th, 11th and 12th December.

Evening performances start at 7.30pm in the Jubilee Hall at Kings Worthy, with Matinees on the 5th and 12th at 2.30pm.

Tickets go on sale on Monday 5th October.

www.theworthyplayers.co.uk

22 -  30 Jan 2027
Chameleons presents
Dick Whittington - Pantomime by Ben Crocker

The family favourite pantomime.

Dick Whittington travels to London to seek his fortune, but in his quest, he encounters a host of problems that try to scuttle his plans. A nasty King Rat who is out to destroy him, a jealous rival who frames him in crime, and an evil queen who wishes to take his life! A traditional fun-filled, fast-moving, swashbuckling pantomime story with some lovely characters for you to enjoy.

www.chameleontheatre.co.uk