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Comedian and national treasure Dave Thursby has died, and on the day of his funeral, friends and colleagues gather beside his coffin to pay their last respects.
18 May 2024, 19:45 – 22:00
Cheadle Hulme,
Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8 5EX, UK
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- Multiple DatesSat, 18 MayCheadle Hulme18 May 2024, 19:45 – 22:00Cheadle Hulme, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8 5EX, UK
Multiple DatesSat, 16 MarCheadle Hulme16 Mar 2024, 19:45 – 22:00Cheadle Hulme, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8 5EX, UK16 Mar 2024, 19:45 – 22:00Cheadle Hulme, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8 5EX, UKSet in an Italian-American neighbourhood near the Brooklyn Bridge, this modern classic examines the boundaries between love and obsession; the conflicts of immigration and the American Dream; and the relationship between reputation and respect, through the lens of 1950s masculinity.
Multiple DatesThu, 07 DecCheadle Hulme07 Dec 2023, 19:45 – 22:00Cheadle Hulme, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8 5EX, UK
Multiple DatesSat, 02 DecCheadle Hulme02 Dec 2023, 19:45 – 22:00Cheadle Hulme, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8 5EX, UK02 Dec 2023, 19:45 – 22:00Cheadle Hulme, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8 5EX, UKGod of Carnage concerns two sets of parents; the son of one couple has hurt the son of the other couple at a public park. The parents meet to discuss the matter in a civilized manner, but the meeting quickly devolves into chaos...
Multiple DatesSat, 07 OctCheadle Hulme07 Oct 2023, 19:45 – 22:00Cheadle Hulme, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8 5EX, UK07 Oct 2023, 19:45 – 22:00Cheadle Hulme, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8 5EX, UKTwo suddenly single pals — a sloppy sportswriter and a fastidious news writer — strain their friendship by turning roommates and unconsciously repeating the same mistakes they made in the marriages they just left.
Multiple DatesMon, 22 MayPlayers Theatre22 May 2023, 19:45 – 27 May 2023, 22:30Players Theatre, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8, UK22 May 2023, 19:45 – 27 May 2023, 22:30Players Theatre, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8, UKThis 1930s comedy of manners concerns a divorced couple who, while honeymooning with their new spouses, discover that they are staying in adjacent rooms at the same hotel. Performed for a week, Monday to Saturday, with curtain up at 19:45.
Multiple DatesSat, 25 MarPlayers Theatre25 Mar 2023, 19:45 – 22:30Players Theatre, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8, UK25 Mar 2023, 19:45 – 22:30Players Theatre, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8, UKa fast-paced, hilarious farce that follows the mixed fortunes of Francis Henshall. Down on his luck and eternally hungry, Francis suddenly finds himself employed by two bosses. Performed for a week, Monday to Saturday, with curtain up at 19:45.
Multiple DatesMon, 28 NovPlayers Theatre28 Nov 2022, 19:45 – 03 Dec 2022, 22:30Players Theatre, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8, UK28 Nov 2022, 19:45 – 03 Dec 2022, 22:30Players Theatre, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8, UKCecilia is a successful psychologist who, among many sessions, runs a support group for single and divorced women. She’s got troubles of her own, but it’s her ensemble of neurotic patients who provide the action... Performed Monday to Saturday, curtain up at 19:45.
Multiple DatesMon, 26 SeptCheadle Hulme26 Sept 2022, 19:45 – 01 Oct 2022, 22:30Cheadle Hulme, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8 5EX, UK26 Sept 2022, 19:45 – 01 Oct 2022, 22:30Cheadle Hulme, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8 5EX, UKEdith is stuck in a loveless marriage to a brewery owner. Looking to fill the void in her life, she begins meddling in the romantic affairs of her quite lonely maid, Anna May. Performed for a week, Monday 26th Sept to Saturday 1st Oct, with curtain up at 19:45.
Mon, 16 MayPlayers Theatre16 May 2022, 19:45 – 21 May 2022, 22:25Players Theatre, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8, UK16 May 2022, 19:45 – 21 May 2022, 22:25Players Theatre, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8, UKA funny and poignant comedy, dramatising the events backstage as a colourful, complicated actress makes her farewell performance. Performed every evening for a week (excluding Sunday) with curtain up at 19:45. Shows on 16th & 17th will be socially distanced - call 01614857704 to book these dates
Sat, 05 MarPlayers Theatre05 Mar 2022, 19:45 – 12 Mar 2022, 22:25Players Theatre, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8, UK05 Mar 2022, 19:45 – 12 Mar 2022, 22:25Players Theatre, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8, UKSecret loves and long-held resentments threaten to tear a family apart in a tender exploration of human frailty. Performed every evening for a week (excl Sunday) with curtain up at 19:45. The 7th & 8th will be special socially distanced performances - please call 0161 485 7704 to book these dates
Sat, 20 NovPlayers Theatre20 Nov 2021, 19:45 – 27 Nov 2021, 22:45Players Theatre, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8 5EX, UK20 Nov 2021, 19:45 – 27 Nov 2021, 22:45Players Theatre, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8 5EX, UKStones in His Pockets is a tragicomic two-hander about a small town in Ireland turned upside down by a visiting Hollywood film crew. Curtain up at 19:45, Saturday to Saturday (excl Sunday). 22nd and 23rd will be special socially distanced performances, only available to book by phone - 0161 485 7704
Sat, 25 SeptPlayers Theatre25 Sept 2021, 19:45 – 02 Oct 2021, 19:45Players Theatre, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8, UK25 Sept 2021, 19:45 – 02 Oct 2021, 19:45Players Theatre, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8, UKA family celebration in the local Italian brings up all kinds of issues... Directed by Anne Wint. Performances at 19:45 every night for a week (excluding Sunday). Shows on 27th & 28th will be special socially distanced performances and only be available to book by phone - call 0161 485 7704
Sat, 09 MayPlayers Theatre09 May 2020, 19:30 – 16 May 2020, 22:00Players Theatre, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8 5EX, UK
Sun, 19 AprPlayers Theatre19 Apr 2020, 19:00Players Theatre, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8 5EX, UK
Sat, 07 MarPlayers Theatre07 Mar 2020, 19:30 – 14 Mar 2020, 23:00Players Theatre, Anfield Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8 5EX, UK
Sat, 14 DecPlayers Theatre14 Dec 2019, 19:00Players Theatre, Players Theatre, Anfield Road, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle, UK
Fri, 13 DecPlayers Theatre13 Dec 2019, 19:00 – 14 Dec 2019, 21:00Players Theatre, Players Theatre, Anfield Road, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle, UK
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Auditions
Our Play Selection and Casting Committee read plays throughout the year and auditions for the main season generally take place in the Spring. Keep checking the website in the new year for the following season’s play choices, our season launch date and audition dates. Successful auditionees will be required to join the theatre as a member to take part in plays but you don't have to be a member to audition.
Auditions for 2022/23 season will take place on Thursday 21st July at 19:45 at Players Theatre.
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