Ravensbury Players

History

Thirty years ago a handful of interested people got together with a view to reviving live theatre in Ramsbury and the Ravensbury Players were born. There were no funds but all contributed a small amount of money in order to get the first production off the ground.

The first production "I'll get my Man" by Phillip King was a success and the Memorial Hall was filled for three nights. Since those early days, over 60 productions have been presented. Over the years the Ravensbury Players have progressed, giving the village a taste of comedy, thrillers, dramas and farces ranging from period plays to present day; from Priestly and Coward to modern-day Ayckbourn.

In recent years the Players have succeeded in attracting a number of talented young people and in Jubilee Year, this enabled the Players to widen their scope and present "Crown Matrimonial" by Royce Ryton.

The momentum has continued with productions of “Murdered to Death” by Peter Gordon, “Rebecca” by Daphne du Maurier, “Flare Path” by Terrence Rattigan and in 2006 “Tons of Money” by Will Evans and Valentine.

Aim

The aim of the Players is to bring together everyone with an interest in drama by providing a taste of live theatre for the enjoyment of all. The Players are made up of approximately 40 members ranging in age from 18 to over 70, living within the village and its surroundings.

Not all of them wish to act but help in many other ways such as Front of House, Stage Management, Wardrobe, Catering, scene building, lighting, sound, makeup and many more.

The Players present a varied programme of material and provide the village with enjoyment, entertainment and drama. This requires resourcefulness but at the same time is extremely rewarding as it involves team effort to make it work.

Productions are held twice yearly in the Memorial Hall. In April the Players usually put on a selection of one act plays with supper. The main production takes place in November in the form of a two or three Act play.

Plays are chosen from a series of play readings held at various members houses. Our November 2004 production was "Rebecca" by Daphne Du Maurier running for four nights.

Next Production

Lady Windermere's Fan

by

Oscar Wilde

Wednesday 19th
to
Saturday 22nd November 2008

Interval with bar

Rehearsals

Usually on Mondays and Thursdays

 Membership

Subscriptions

£5 per member

£10 for family membership

New members are always welcome.

Contacts

Contact any of the people listed or any member of the Players.