The Sound of Music Richard Rodgers (Music), Oscar Hammerstein II (Lyrics), Howard Lindsay & Russell Crouse (Book) Set in 1938 Austria, The Sound of Music tells the story of Maria, a free-spirited young woman who becomes governess to the von Trapp family while deciding whether to join a convent. Maria quickly bonds with the seven children, using music and playfulness to bring joy back into their strict house-hold, overseen by their widowed father, Captain Georg von Trapp. Initially stern, the Captain sof-tens and falls in love with Maria, and she with him. Based on the real von Trapp family singers, this timeless musical has captivated audiences since its 1959 Broadway debut, winning five Tony Awards. The 1965 film adaptation, starring Julie An-drews and Christopher Plummer, remains a beloved classic. The Cotswold Players are thrilled to present this feel-good show on the 60th anniversary of the film, and we warmly welcome you to the Cotswold Playhouse!

A spooky thriller Written & performed by Mark Carey Produced by Giles Shenton Mark Carey - writer of Into The Breach - has teamed up with Giles Shenton - producer of Old Herbaceous, Three Men in a Boat, Fagin?, and My Dog's Got No Nose - to bring you a spooky thriller set in the same dressing room, during the same play, at the same theatre, but 60 years apart. During both time periods the theatre is hosting a performance of Hamlet where "time is out of joint" and “something is rotten”… What is the unearthly link between the two productions? How can the same things be happening to different people 60 years apart? What secrets have been buried in the old dressing room under the stage? Why are the actors fascinated by the old dressing room mirror? Just don't look into it...you might not like what you see! You’ll leave believing that there are more things in heaven and earth than are dreamt of in your philosophy.

Set in Japan, The Mikado presents a tangled web of love. Nanki-Poo, the son of the Mikado, flees in search of his true love, YumYum, to avoid marrying a much older suitor. Yum-Yum, however, is betrothed to Ko-Ko, the Lord High Executioner, against her will.Things, as you can see, are complicated! But can everything be righted before someone loses their head?Expect high jinx, lots of energy and clever wordplay as all is revealedFor a 10 minute preview on YouTube click here

2025 marks the 250th anniversary year of Jane Austen, and what better to way to celebrate her life than to delve into the world of one of her finest novels. The Dashwood sisters have a very different approach to their love lives. Elinor has much more Sense, but Marianne has a great deal of Sensibility. Whilst uninterested in the affections of a middle-aged man Marianne just cant help herself when a dashing young hero appears on the scene. Heros, heartbreak and debonair villains, all topped off with a dashing duel, will remind you why Austen was a master of her craft. A cast of five actors and DOTS renowned comedic style make this comedy of manners a production not to be missed.

In this new comedy by Simon Downing we find Falstaff, played by Giles Shenton (Old Herbaceous & Three Men in a Boat) in his bedroom in the Boars Head being nursed by Mistress Quickly. The creditors arrive demanding payment. Will Falstaff resort to marrying Mistress Quickly in order to pay off his debts? Will he turn teetotal? Will he mellow in his old age? Find out the answers to all these important questions that Shakespeare never bothered to answer and join Falstaff and Mistress Quickly for an evening of jollity, frivolity, a definite lack of coequality and more Shakespearean insults than ever previously heard on a theatrical stage!

A wonderful comedy written and performed by Mark Carey. Its Dads Army meets The Vicar of Dibley! George Crocker is keen to liven up his dull life so he decides to join the village Drama Club. What happens then turns his world upside down! Set during the Second World War this original, and inspiring show is suitable for anyone 9 years old and above. The quality of acting and writing is as good as any you will see. A deep and nuanced story. Every character drips with personality and charm. The Cheltenham Standard A great little show. Its Dads Army meets The Vicar of Dibley . London Metro A delight, a lovely and very humorous play that fully merited the standing ovation. Stratford Herald Mark Carey shows amazing dexterity and comic skill in playing all 17 parts . The Stage

CODA is an award-winning touring company celebrated for its exceptional performances of the most beloved songs from both the West End and Broadway stages. With a passion for musical theatre and a commitment to excellence, CODA has captivated audiences across the UK with its vibrant productions, bringing to life some of the greatest hits from iconic shows that have defined the genre for decades. At the heart of CODA's success are two extraordinary vocalists: Soprano Gemma Ashley and Baritone Mark #ManInTheHat James. Gemma Ashley's soaring, crystalline vocals combined with Mark James' rich, commanding baritone create a powerful dynamic on stage. Their performances are filled with emotion, technical brilliance, and a deep connection to the music, ensuring audiences are swept away with every note. Together, they breathe new life into classic songs, offering an unforgettable musical experience. CODA's repertoire spans the golden age of musical theatre to modern-day masterpieces, with show-stopping numbers from productions such as Les Misrables, Phantom of the Opera, Little Shop of Horrors, My Fair Lady, Grease, and many more. Whether it's the heart-wrenching drama of Les Misrables or the upbeat nostalgia of Grease, CODA's performances evoke the magic, drama, and joy that have made these musicals enduring favourites. With their award-winning talent and passion for storytelling, CODA is more than a performanceit's a celebration of the timeless beauty of musical theatre, expertly delivered by two of the finest vocalists in the industry. Join them for an unforgettable journey through the songs that have touched hearts for generations.

Aylmers Circus makes a return to the Cotswold Playhouse from Fri 4 - Sun 6 July with its newest spectacle, Dancing Queen - a disco-inspired celebration of the 70s! Leave your troubles at home and step onto the dancefloor to get swept up in the magic. Featuring Nancy Trotter-Landry, this unmissable show blends breathtaking acrobatics, from thrilling tightwire performances and daring chair balancing, to the mesmerising cyr wheel, with a heartwarming and humorous storyline. All set to a soundtrack of some of the 70s greatest hits, along with hilarious clowning and an explosion of sequins. A joyful escape for the entire family, this promises to be the highlight of the summer! Aylmers Circus is suitable for all ages. Children aged 2 or over need a ticket. Under 2s go free seated on a parent / guardians lap.

My Dad: The Woman, The Myth, The Legend. By Greedy Pig Theatre Company Jamies going to be a dad. Hes over-prepared, unpredictable and only slightly on the brink of a nervous breakdown. The only thing left to do is tell his dad. But thats where it gets a bit complicated After all, Jamies dad isnt the most conventional father in the world. For one thing, shes a woman. For another, shes unruly, and has very different ideas about parenting. Shes trying her best - and sos Jamie. But the baby's on its way, and shts about to hit the fan. Based on a true story, My Dad: The Woman, The Myth, The Legend is a riotous and honest dive into unconventional family life. With laugh-out-loud comedy and hard-hitting vulnerability, Greedy Pig Theatre Company (Peacock, Be.) invites you to join them for this bold, new play and dont be late! The clock is ticking Age rating: 14+ (Strong language, and depictions of violence/suicide) For a full list of content warnings please visit https://www.greedypigtheatrecompany.com/ Instagram: @greedypigtheatrecompany

Miserable Dorothy runs away from home but is soon whisked up into a magical land where her adventures teach her that happiness is to be found in her own back yard. Classic stuff indeed, just chockful of great songs, characterisation and memorably garish design. Perhaps marginally less enjoyable for the curmudgeonly element rooting for the Wicked Witch of the West, though.

Sing, dance & laugh along with this family friendly festivity experience Frozen like never before at the ultimate Xmas Cinema.

Live Wire Theatre & Roughhouse Theatre present Jane Eyre: an autobiography In the face of the isolation and abandonment of a loveless childhood, Jane Eyre refuses to bend to the will of her abusers. But does she achieve the independence and equality that she craves, and does her resistance change anything? Hailed as a brilliantly engaging piece of drama and a theatrical tour de force, Live Wire and Roughhouse Theatres inventive exploration of the status of women in society make this critically acclaimed dramatisation as relevant today as Charlotte Brontes original novel was 178 years ago. Here is a company of technical brilliance, with a rare gift for bringing classics to life with loyalty, energy and intrigue. FEMALE ARTS This is the way to introduce recalcitrant students of literature to the classics and in particular the Victorian novel. BRITISH THEATRE GUIDE

Name of the Dame is the fast-paced, comedy-two-hander that left audiences at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in stitches. The hour-long play is written and performed by comedians Kate McCabe and Adam Perrott. Dames, detectives, stylish hats, car chases... this parody of the film noir genre has got a gag rate that fires faster than a Tommy-gun and is marginally less painful. If you like Airplane, the oeuvre of Mel Brooks, dicey puns and sight gags, this show is probably for you. With entertainment as the objective, the show makes the promise that You will learn nothing from this play. Nor will you experience personal growth or important revelations. NOTD is influenced by the likes of satirical masterpieces AIRPLANE and POLICE SQUAD. The film noir genre is firmly in the crosshairs. Come see the play that reviewers say has broad appeal silly, daft, hilarious, and highly entertaining , is easily the best show Ive seen at The Fringe and is hilarious from the first second .

First performed at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 1966, Rosencrantz & Guildenstern are Dead cemented Sir Tom Stoppards reputation as one of Britains finest comedy playwrights. This is a retelling of Shakespeares Hamlet with two very crucial differences. Firstly, it is told from the point of view of two minor characters, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern, who pop up briefly and periodically in Shakespeares play to advance the plot. Secondly, Stoppard has taken what is arguably Shakespeares most grim tragedy, full of death, madness, jealousy and rage and turned it into a comedy! Whilst struggling to understand where they are, what they are doing and even which one is Rosencrantz and which Guildenstern, the story unfolds. We meet a disreputable raggle-taggle troupe of musical Tragedians and their enigmatic and bawdy leader, the original cast of Hamlet, including: the wicked usurping Uncle Claudius; Hamlets amoral and conflicted mother, Gertrude; the tragic weeping Ophelia; and the counterfeiting Hamlet himself. Rosencrantz and Guildenstern, aided and abetted by the Tragedians, and betrayed by Hamlet, grapple with the increasingly absurd plot as they journey towards their inescapable fate. It is, by turns, riotously funny, deeply disturbing and heartbreakingly sad, and remains as fresh and relevant today as when it was first unleashed on an unsuspecting and bemused public!

Four struggling bohemians a poet, a painter, a musician, and a philosopher share a cramped attic in Paris. It's Christmas Eve, the city is bitterly cold, and their lives are warmed only by friendship, art, and fleeting moments of joy. But everything changes when a quiet knock at the door introduces Mim, a gentle seamstress searching for a candlelight and sparking a powerful love at first sight with Rodolfo, the poet. Yet as quickly as love blooms, the shadows gather. Mim is gravely ill, and Rodolfo, unable to provide the care she needs, is left haunted by his helplessness. In this poignant reimagining, Cardiff Cotswold Opera sets Puccinis timeless tale in the post-war world of 1919 Paris a city reeling from conflict and on the cusp of a devastating pandemic. Against this backdrop of fragile hope and looming tragedy, La Bohme becomes more than a love story: its a reflection on resilience, sacrifice, and the fleeting beauty of life. 20 full price, 15 concessions, and 5 for students and those under 18. Anyone under 10 comes in free (but still needs to book a seat!)