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| | By John Jakes
Based on the novel by Charles Dickens
Director Deb Duncan-Faul
John Jakes' A Christmas Carol brings Dickens' beloved tale to life on stage. In a unique twist, Charles Dickens himself sets the scene, offering personal insights as the story unfolds. Witness Ebenezer Scrooge's unforgettable journey through Christmas Eve with the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future. This faithful adaptation stays true to the heartwarming themes of redemption and generosity, while adding a new musical element with an original carol "God Bless Us Every One." | Buy tickets |
| | By Nancy Pahl-Gilsenan
Director Sarah Glover
Unveiling the complexities of family, Ordinary People delves into the aftermath of tragedy. The play centers on the Jarrett family grappling with the loss of their elder son, Buck. Young Conrad, the surviving brother, struggles with survivor's guilt and emotional turmoil. Meanwhile, his parents, well-intentioned but emotionally distant, navigate their own grief and the fracturing of their family unit. As Conrad confronts his pain through therapy, the play explores themes of grief, communication breakdown, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of extraordinary loss. | Buy tickets |
| | By JONATHON SAYER. HENRY SHIELDS, HENRY LEWIS
Directed by Chad Kraner
The Play That Goes Wrong is a guaranteed laugh riot. Buckle up for an evening of side-splitting physical comedy as the Cornley University Drama Society tackles a classic 1920s whodunnit, "The Murder at Haversham Manor." This ambitious but utterly accident-prone troupe faces catastrophe at every turn. Imagine collapsing scenery raining down on actors, disappearing props thrown into disarray, and lines hilariously forgotten (along with entire exits!). Despite the mounting mayhem, the determined cast perseveres, fueled by a delusional optimism and unwavering passion for the stage. Expect the unexpected as this play-within-a-play hilariously breaks the fourth wall, with clever meta-theatrical jokes that keep the audience roaring with laughter. Part Monty Python, part Sherlock Holmes, The Play That Goes Wrong is a masterclass in physical comedy and a celebration of the endearing chaos that can unfold in live theatre. | Buy tickets |