As WWAOS enters its 100th year, the society is paying homage to its past, by revisiting the first ever production mounted by the society at its life-long home The Cecil Hepworth Playhouse. With it's inaugural production taking place in the same venue which still houses our performances and with the very person whose name the building now bears waving the baton it is only fitting that WWAOS's Centenary Celebration production be The Mikado; last mounted by the society for it's 75th Anniversary. The Mikado; or, The Town of Titipu is the ninth of fourteen operatic collaborations between W. S. Gilbert and Sir Arthur Sullivan. It opened on 14 March 1885, in London, where it ran at the Savoy Theatre for 672 performances, the second-longest run for any work of musical theatre and one of the longest runs of any theatre piece up to that time. The Mikado is the most internationally successful Savoy opera and has been especially popular with amateur and school productions. The work has been translated into numerous languages and is one of the most frequently played musical theatre pieces in history. A satire of late 19th century British institutions, society and politics, which by setting in a fantasy Japan, an exotic locale far away from contemporary Britain, Gilbert was able to satirise British politics more freely and soften the impact of his criticisms of British social institutions, in a similar way that he used other "foreign" settings in Princess Ida, The Gondoliers, Utopia, Limited and The Grand Duke.

Continuing WWAOS's centenary year celebrations, we are marrying the traditional operettas from our past with contemporary musical theatre at it's best. Based on Kenneth Grahames best-selling classic of childrens literature, and with a book by Oscar-winning screenwriter and Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes and songs by Olivier Award-winning composers and lyricists George Stiles and Anthony Drewe, The Wind In The Willowsis a wild, thrill-seeking tale. This riotous comedy follows Mole, Rat, Badger, and the impulsive Mr. Toad, whose insatiable need for speed lands him in serious trouble. With his beloved home under threat from the notorious Chief Weasel and his gang of sinister Wild Wooders, Toad must attempt a daring escape leading to a series of misadventures and a heroic battle to recapture Toad Hall. Full of humour, wit, a gorgeous, soaring score, and heartwarming lessons of friendship, The Wind In The Willows is the perfect fit for family audiences everywhere.

Into the Woods is an epic fairytale about wishes, family and the choices we make. The story 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. Sondheim takes everyone's favourite storybook characters and brings them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece... and a rare modern classic. The Tony Award-winning book and score are enchanting and touching.

The Molesey Musical Theatre Production of The WeddingSingertakes place at the Cecil Hepworth Playhouse, Walton-on-Thames between Wednesday 14 and Saturday 17 May 2025. There will be a total of 5 performances, including a matinee on Saturday at 2:30pm. Director - James Fortune Musical Director - Barry Pritchard Choreographer - Della Bhujoo The Wedding Singertakes us back to a time when hair was big, greed was good, collars were up and a wedding singer might just be the coolest guy in the room. Based on the hit Adam Sandler movie,The Wedding Singerssparkling new score does for the 80s whatHairspraydid for the 60s. Just say yes to the most romantic musical in 20 years. Its 1985 and rock-star wannabe Robbie Hart is New Jerseys favourite wedding singer. Hes the life of the party until his own fiancee leaves him at the altar. Shot through the heart, Robbie makes every wedding as disastrous as his own. Enter Julia, a winsome waitress who wins his affection. As luck would have it, Julia is about to be married to a Wall Street shark, and unless Robbie can pull off the performance of a decade, the girl of his dreams will be gone forever. The Wedding Singer features a large chorus with many featured roles for actors who sing and dancers who act and everyone else, of course ! Book by Music by Lyrics by Chad Beguelin Matthew Sklar Chad Beguelin and Tim Herlihy Based upon the New Line Cinema film Written by Tim Herlihy This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI www.mtishows.co.uk

Based on the celebrated novel by Daniel Wallace and the acclaimed film directed by Tim Burton, BIG FISH tells the story of Edward Bloom, a travelling salesman who lives life to its fullestand then some! Edwards incredible, larger-than-life stories thrill everyone around himmost of all, his devoted wife Sandra. But their son Will, about to have a child of his own, is determined to find the truth behind his fathers epic tales. Overflowing with heart and humour, BIG FISH is an extraordinary musical that reminds us why we love going to the theatrefor an experience thats richer, funnier and bigger than life itself.

Prohibition era, New York. A city full of mobsters, showgirls and dreamers. Rival gangster bosses Fat Sam and Dandy Dan are at loggerheads. The custard pies are flying and Dandy Dans gang has gotten the upper hand since obtaining the new-fangled splurge gun. Now, Fat Sam and his bumbling buffoons are in real trouble! Enter Bugsy Malone, a penniless one-time boxer and all-round nice guy. All Bugsy really wants to do is spend time with his new love, Blousey, but will he be able to resist songstress Tallulah and stay out of trouble long enough to help Fat Sam to defend his business? Our cast full of children are very excited to present this musical, with the band from Halliford School to help raise money for the charity East to West.

Prohibition era, New York. A city full of mobsters, showgirls and dreamers. Rival gangster bosses Fat Sam and Dandy Dan are at loggerheads. The custard pies are flying and Dandy Dans gang has gotten the upper hand since obtaining the new-fangled splurge gun. Now, Fat Sam and his bumbling buffoons are in real trouble! Enter Bugsy Malone, a penniless one-time boxer and all-round nice guy. All Bugsy really wants to do is spend time with his new love, Blousey, but will he be able to resist songstress Tallulah and stay out of trouble long enough to help Fat Sam to defend his business? Our cast full of children are very excited to present this musical, with the band from Halliford School to help raise money for the charity East to West. PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS THE PREVIEW PERFORMANCE and is therefore considered a DRESS REHEARSAL with an audience. Please allow for the fact that we may need to pause and make amendments if necessary during this rehearsal.