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front of house duties, you’ll be warmly welcomed as a new member. Not only does this provide the chance to take part in the theatrical experience, but it also offers social activities and the chance to meet new friends. Plays are cast by audition and everyone is welcome to read for a part, whatever your experience. The company has many members, several of whom are retired professional actors, but also has talented newcomers who are trying their hand at acting for the first time. Once you have become a member of the company, a monthly newsletter will inform you of everything going on at the theatre, including audition details, social activities and back-stage stories. It is definitely never too late to try your hand at theatre, so why not give them a call and see how you can become involved? Perhaps you would like to help with selling programmes, or managing the foyer, or maybe you would like to learn the technical aspects of putting on a play. There are so many varied and interesting roles to undertake, that your help in
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any of these areas will always be welcomed. For younger people who are interested in exploring all that theatre has to offer, the award-winning Tadpoles Theatre holds rehearsals and workshops every Tuesday evening, providing opportunities for everyone aged 12 to 18 to take part in productions, learn new theatre skills and express themselves through acting and physical theatre. As well as being a great social activity, Tadpoles offers the chance to grow as a performer, teaching classes in improvisation, script interpretation and voice technique, as well as the opportunity to gain an understanding of how the theatre works, including lighting, scenery and costumes. If you are interested in visiting the Little Theatre, or in joining the company, please telephone the box office on 01803 299330 or visit the website where you will also find a full listing of all forthcoming productions, and the chance to book online. o toadslittletheatre.co.uk
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