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Beauty & the Beast the Teignmouth Players 2026 pantomime

Launch: 25 August 7pm Everyone welcome

Auditions: 30 August 2.30pm and 1st September 7.30pm

at the Victoria Hall

Bridge Rd, Shaldon, Teignmouth TQ14 0DB

Beauty & the Beast the Teignmouth Players 2026 pantomime

Launch: 25 August 7pm Everyone welcome

Auditions: 30 August 2.30pm and 1st September 7.30pm

at the Victoria Hall

Bridge Rd, Shaldon, Teignmouth TQ14 0DD

Book a ticket to our Sherlock Holmes escape room style evening
7.30pm on 8th August at the Victoria Hall, Shaldon. 

Work in teams to solve the clues and the winning team will win a prize.
Come in a pre-formed team or form a team on the night.
A bar will be available! Free to members and £5 pp for non-members.

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Read through -  The Government Inspector -
26th July at 7:30pm Victoria Hall, Shaldon

Come along to the read through of our November production of “The Government Inspector” on 26th July.

Jef Pirie will be directing and doesn’t care what gender you are for the roles, he just wants actors!

The read through will start at 7.30pm at the Victoria Hall , Shaldon (which is where it will be performed) and Jef is already forming great ideas. Hope to see you there.

Play reading for ‘The Lion in Winter’ by James Goldman which is our February play to be directed by Rolande Burrows.

Come along and have a read even if you aren’t sure about whether you would like to audition.

The Lion in Winter is a 1966 play by James Goldman, depicting the personal and political conflicts of Henry II of England, his wife Eleanor of Aquitaine, their children and their guests during Christmas 1183

“Before Frida” tells the story through songs, images and drama, of a girl born four months after the end of the 2nd World War in a tiny village in the very north of Norway with a German father and young Norwegian mother who died when Frida was two. She was brought up by her grandmother, became a respected jazz singer before helping to change the face of pop music for ever. Her name was Anna-Frid Lyngstad, better known as “Frida” from ABBA.

Following the play’s first read-through and some re-writes, we are planning another read-through on Thursday 18th June at 7.00pm at The Ice Factory Studio. The cast is:  

• Anna-Frid Lyngstad – able to play young child, teenager and 20 something

• Synni (Anna-Frid’s mother) – playing age from 17 to 22

• Agni (Anna-Frid’s Grandmother) – playing age from 30 to 50

• Alfred – playing age 22 / compare

• T.V. host – Any age / Band leader / “Studio 8” compare

• Voice-over – any gender / age

• Synni’s friend (small part, could double) – playing age - teen

• Agnetha Faltskog – Age 17

As well as a read-through this is also an opportunity for anyone interested in directing the play to come along and hear it for the first time. 

Any questions can be directed to Jeremy Holloway now on 07909 621438 / jdholloway1@live.co.uk. 

And for a taste of how good Anna-Frid Lyngstad was singing jazz, this is a good example of her talent: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fPeNfUhxM94. 

Amy Burton-Smith will be running a “murder mystery performance” workshop.
It will be a chance to see how these can work and who knows, you may find yourself participating in a “Pearls and Pistols” murder for TP in the future.

Contact Amy Burton-Smith if you plan on attending:  theamyburtonsmith@gmail.com

TP Members Only - FREE

We're planning a final farewell to the Ice Factory for Saturday June 13th, and we need you! If you have any special scenes from TP productions you've done over the years that you'd like to reprise, send your suggestions to

nicoledavall@gmail.com 

We're imagining a cabaret style event with theatrical snippets staged throughout the evening.

Whether it's a musical number you sang, a comedic skit, or a moment of high drama, we want to hear from you!

Ideally if we can get all the original people involved that would be great, but if you're short a cast member or two we can hopefully sub someone in.

THIS PRODUCTION IS AT PAVILIONS TEIGNMOUTH

TICKETS ON SALE NOW - CLICK HERE TO BOOK

Teignmouth Players return to the Pavilions stage with the pop/rock musical SIX.

Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the mic to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power!

This musical is the teen edition of the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over.

The New York Times says SIX is 'pure entertainment' and the Evening Standard hails SIX as 'the most uplifting new British musical I have ever had the privilege to watch'.

7.30 shows, Wednesday 3rd June - Saturday 6th. 2.30pm show Saturday 6th June, and 11am show on Sunday 7th.

All tickets £15.00.  Booking fee per transaction - £1 on telephone & internet sales, 50p at the Box Office. Suitable for 12+ years old.  Performance - 1hr 15mins.

THIS PRODUCTION IS AT PAVILIONS TEIGNMOUTH

TICKETS ON SALE NOW - CLICK HERE TO BOOK

Teignmouth Players return to the Pavilions stage with the pop/rock musical SIX.

Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the mic to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power!

This musical is the teen edition of the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over.

The New York Times says SIX is 'pure entertainment' and the Evening Standard hails SIX as 'the most uplifting new British musical I have ever had the privilege to watch'.

7.30 shows, Wednesday 3rd June - Saturday 6th. 2.30pm show Saturday 6th June, and 11am show on Sunday 7th.

All tickets £15.00.  Booking fee per transaction - £1 on telephone & internet sales, 50p at the Box Office. Suitable for 12+ years old.  Performance - 1hr 15mins.

Saturday 23rd May sees the opportunity to grab a paintbrush to paint some rocks with your own designs based on a theme of shows from the Teignmouth Players. You can choose to keep your stone or to put our website address on the back and hide it around Teignmouth for others to enjoy 

Email theamyburtonsmith@gmail.com or message Amy on the socials to register your interest (so that we have enough stones!!!) open to new and old members!

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT

Welcome to the intimate Speakeasy of notorious gang leader - Ivor Fedora.

Wear your 20s best and get ready for a fun filled evening of cocktails and nibbles.
What could possibly go wrong?

Step onto the red carpet, sip on dazzling cocktails, enjoy entertainment, and dance the night away in true Hollywood style.

Dress to impress. Think show stopping outfits and award accepting elegance.

Join us at the Ice Factory for a night of sparkle, celebration, and unforgettable memories… because every star deserves their spotlight.

No entry fee, but we do ask each person to bring a raffle prize for one winner of the night to take home everything!

A play reading of Orson Welles’ Show Radio Play -  The Hitch‑Hiker by Lucille Fletcher

To be produced at an external venue later.

The Hitch-Hiker is a radio play written by Lucille Fletcher. It was first presented on the November 17, 1941, broadcast of The Orson Welles Show on CBS Radio, featuring a score written and conducted by Bernard Herrmann, Fletcher's first husband. Welles performed The Hitch-Hiker four times on radio, and the play was adapted for a notable 1960 episode of the television series The Twilight Zone.

In the story, a man on a cross-country drive repeatedly notices the same hitch-hiker standing along the side of the road.
Though the hitch-hiker's appearance is non-threatening, the driver becomes increasingly disturbed upon inexplicably seeing him again and again alongside multiple roads across several states.

Eventually, the driver becomes too afraid to stop his car and even attempts to run the man down in hysterical paranoia.

After making a phone call home, however, he is shocked to hear information that totally changes his understanding of his predicament.

Why not come along and join in or just listen to the script being read.

It will give you the chance to see what it is about and maybe you might decide to come along and audition.

The bar will be open so you can have a drink while you watch and listen

Come along to the Ice Factory Studio Theatre for a play reading of our August 2027 production of the Brittas Empire. Come along at 7pm on 30th April - you are welcome to take part or to just listen in.

The bar will be open and it will be a great chance to see what roles will be available when auditions come around

A play by Stephen Briggs adapted from the novel by  TERRY PRATCHETT
  
SYNOPSIS
 
Agnes Nitt leaves Lancre to seek a career in the Opera House in Ankh-Morpork.  When Granny Weatherwax realises that Nanny Ogg has written an immensely popular “cook book” (under the nom de plume “A Lancre Witch”) but has not been paid, they both leave for Ankh Morpork to collect the money.  In the meantime a ghost stalks the corridors of the Ankh Morpork Opera House, leaving strange letters for the management and….killing people! 
 
This comedic murder mystery spoof of the “Phantom of the Opera” follows Granny and Nanny as they (along with Agnes) investigate the ghost and are soon involved in all types of skullduggery, mayhem and splittingly loud singing.  
 
A treat for all Pratchett fans!
 
Key Details of the Play 

• Genre: Comedy/Fantasy.

• Characters: Includes Granny Weatherwax, Nanny Ogg, Agnes Nitt (Perdita), Walter Plinge, and opera management.

• Plot Focus: A parody of The Phantom of the Opera involving murder, music, and shenanigans in an opera house.

The bar will be open for those who want to enjoy a drink while you watch or join in.

Play Reading - Maskerade - Stephen Briggs adaptation of Terry Pratchett’s Discworld novel Maskerade

All is not well in the Ankh-Morpork Opera House.

A ghost stalks the dark corridors, leaving strange letters for the management and ... killing people. Granny Weatherwax and Nanny Ogg, two Lancre witches, investigate, and are soon involved in all kinds of skulduggery, mayhem and ear-splittingly loud singing.

Quirky and original characters, a labyrinthine plot and numerous witty one-liners make this a treat for Discworld fans and 'uninitiated' theatregoers alike.

Your chance to join in and play a part in this popular play without having to learn the liners as we offer a play reading session in the Ice Factory Studio Theatre.

Why not come along and join in or if you don’t want to read just come and listen.

Everyone welcome

A couple reviews on the play

Local witch Nanny Ogg has written a book revealing some passionate recipes and Granny Weatherwax sees she has been ripped off by the Ankh-Morpork publisher.
They go there to straighten matters out and encounter a local witch candidate who is ghosting for a budding diva at the opera house.
There is a ghost in the opera house and foul play that needs sorting out and our heroines are up to the task with their insight and persistence.
As usual, the dialog is fast and funny, and the insights into human nature and institutions profound. All these books are fun.

———————

I'd forgotten how much I enjoyed Maskerade as it's been a while since I read it, but this reminded me. It's also a really clever adaptation that makes a fantasy novel work for a small cast and a small budget. Clever and fun.

Run-Dates May 12th to 16th daily at 7pm Matinee May 16th at 2pm

"Before Frida" - The life and Songs of AnnaFrid Lyngstad before ABBA.

Our last production at the Ice Factory before we hand it back to Teignmouth Council

"Before Frida" - The life and Songs of Anna-Frid Lyngstad before ABBA is exactly that, the life and songs of "Frida" before she became part of one of the biggest bands in pop history. The play is a mix of songs, images and acting and has a read-through at the

Ice Factory on Tuesday 27th January at 7.00pm.

Feel free to come along whether you want to be in the production or not, we would like a variety of readers and if possible singers.

Auditions will be the week after, Tuesday 3rd February @ 7.00pm and Sunday 8th February @ 6.00pm.

AnnaFrid was born in the far north of Norway, four months after the end of the 2nd World War to a young Norwegian girl and a German army officer. At the age of two her mother died leaving her to be bought up by her Grandmother. She became a brilliant jazz singer, married and had two children before her 22nd birthday.

And she went on to change the face of pop music for ever.

"Before Frida" will be performed from 12th May at The Ice Factory; the cast will include:

AnnaFrid - 18+ (playing age child - mid-20's - must sing jazz)

Synni - (AnnaFrid's mum - playing age 14 - 22)

Agni (AnnaFrid's gran - 30 - 50)

Alfred (AnnaFrid's father) 20

One or two assorted males (20 - 60)

We will also need 2 technicians, one for image cueing and one for lighting / sound and a stage hand.Audition / interview dates will be available soon.

For a taste of AnnaFrid's jazz credentials, try this.......

Click on this link About Frida

Run ~Dates May 12th to 16th daily at 7pm Matinee May 16th at 2pm

"Before Frida" - The life and Songs of AnnaFrid Lyngstad before ABBA.

Our last production at the Ice Factory before we hand it back to Teignmouth Council will be

"Before Frida" - The life and Songs of Anna-Frid Lyngstad before ABBA is exactly that, the life and songs of "Frida" before she became part of one of the biggest bands in pop history. The play is a mix of songs, images and acting and has a read-through at the

Ice Factory on Tuesday 27th January at 7.00pm.

Feel free to come along whether you want to be in the production or not, we would like a variety of readers and if possible singers.

Auditions will be the week after, Tuesday 3rd February @ 7.00pm and Sunday 8th February @ 6.00pm.

AnnaFrid was born in the far north of Norway, four months after the end of the 2nd World War to a young Norwegian girl and a German army officer. At the age of two her mother died leaving her to be bought up by her Grandmother. She became a brilliant jazz singer, married and had two children before her 22nd birthday.

And she went on to change the face of pop music for ever.

"Before Frida" will be performed from 12th May at The Ice Factory; the cast will include:

AnnaFrid - 18+ (playing age child - mid-20's - must sing jazz)

Synni - (AnnaFrid's mum) playing age 14 - 22)

Agni (AnnaFrid's gran( 30 - 50)

Alfred (AnnaFrid's father) 20

One or two assorted males (20 - 60)

We will also need 2 technicians, one for image cueing and one for lighting / sound and a stage hand.

For a taste of AnnaFrid's jazz credentials, try this.......

Click on this link About Frida

Run Dates May 12th to 16th daily at 7pm Matinee May 16th at 2pm

"Before Frida" - The life and Songs of AnnaFrid Lyngstad before ABBA.

Our last production at the Ice Factory before we hand it back to Teignmouth Council

"Before Frida" - The life and Songs of Anna-Frid Lyngstad before ABBA is exactly that, the life and songs of "Frida" before she became part of one of the biggest bands in pop history. The play is a mix of songs, images and acting and has a read-through at the Ice Factory on Tuesday 27th January at 7.00pm.

Feel free to come along whether you want to be in the production or not, we would like a variety of readers and if possible singers.

Auditions will be the week after, Tuesday 3rd February @ 7.00pm and Sunday 8th February @ 6.00pm.

AnnaFrid was born in the far north of Norway, four months after the end of the 2nd World War to a young Norwegian girl and a German army officer. At the age of two her mother died leaving her to be bought up by her Grandmother. She became a brilliant jazz singer, married and had two children before her 22nd birthday.

And she went on to change the face of pop music for ever.

"Before Frida" will be performed from 12th May at The Ice Factory; the cast will include:

AnnaFrid - 18+ (playing age child - mid-20's - must sing jazz)

Synni - (AnnaFrid's mum) playing age 14 - 22)

Agni (AnnaFrid's gran( 30 - 50)

Alfred (AnnaFrid's father) 20

One or two assorted males (20 - 60)

We will also need 2 technicians, one for image cueing and one for lighting / sound and a stage hand.

For a taste of AnnaFrid's jazz credentials, try this.......

Click on this link About Frida

The next play reading at the Ice Factory Studio Theatre will be Play On - a comedy

Synopsis

One plucky community theatre is about to produce a show called Murder Most Foul, a new “murder mystery play” with the same title as an Agatha Christie novel but with no relation whatsoever.

The director/theatre manager, Gerry, thought producing the play was a good idea since the inexperienced playwright has agreed to let the company perform the show for no charge. Gerry, however, had no idea what disasters awaited her: the show is hilariously amateur, the “murder mystery” plot doesn’t really have a murder, and to top it off the playwright keeps changing the story and script only two days from its premiere!

It doesn’t help that the cast is disgruntled, and the playwright accidentally deletes the entire sound effect board. All of the disasters come to fruition in Act III when the company performs the actual show with hilarious mishaps as every turn. Play On! is a hilarious love letter to community theatre.

Cast 7 Female and 3 Male but everyone is welcome

A message from Nicola Davall - Director for the production

Hello all! I have some dates for Canterbury Tales auditions.

Audition dates will be Monday 15th December at 7:30pm and Saturday 20th December at 4pm at the Ice Factory in Teignmouth. Since there's no script for this one there isn't a read through date, just the two audition dates.

This will be a devised piece based on four to five of the Tales from Chaucer's The Canterbury Tales. No prior knowledge of Chaucer is required! I'm looking for 8 actors interested in taking an active part in developing (multiple) roles for themselves and creating the final piece through workshop style rehearsals.

The audition will involve a series of improv challenges, so come ready to be creative, think on your feet and (hopefully) have a bit of fun!

Production dates will be the first two weeks of April.

We regret that this production has been cancelled

Refunds will be automatically made for all tickets purchased

The world is not what it was.
What we need is a wizard to sort out the mess we’ve made.
A legendary wizard who is not afraid of the big issues.

“Wizard Guide to Saving the World” does what it says on the enchanted vessel. It contains words that feel wrong in the mouth, actual tricks, sexy love philtres, charms enough to stop wars or climate change, and plenty of stuff about wizards. This brand-new character standup is concerned with slippery social attitudes and cultural standards, viewed and skewed through ancient wizard eyes. The forces of evil attack, Merlin slips in and out, and there’s a world-changing singalong.

And, naturally, there can be no Dumbledore without J. K. Rowling so writer and performer, Terry Victor, has learnt how to transmogrify with dignity.

The show is coming direct to the Ice Factory fom a run at the Edinburgh Fringe. It’s written and performed by Terry Victor, actor, comedian & lexicographer. His many professional credits include the West End, Punchdrunk, Oscar-nominated and Bafta-winning movies, a few dictionaries and getting away with multiple murders on the Orient Express.....

Get ready to jingle and mingle at the Riviera Ramblers Christmas Concert -
it's gonna be a festive night to remember!

Welcome to the Riviera Ramblers Christmas Concert!

Join us for a festive evening of swinging music and merriment at The Ice Factory.
Get ready to be serenaded by our talented musicians.
Don't miss out on this special event!

A message from Nicola Davall - Director for the production

Hello all! I have some dates for Canterbury Tales auditions.

Audition dates will be Monday 15th December at 7:30pm and Saturday 20th December at 4pm at the Ice Factory in Teignmouth. Since there's no script for this one there isn't a read through date, just the two audition dates.

This will be a devised piece based on four to five of the Tales from Chaucer's The Canterbury Tales. No prior knowledge of Chaucer is required! I'm looking for 8 actors interested in taking an active part in developing (multiple) roles for themselves and creating the final piece through workshop style rehearsals.

The audition will involve a series of improv challenges, so come ready to be creative, think on your feet and (hopefully) have a bit of fun!

Production dates will be the first two weeks of April.

Teignmouth's own 70s and 80s disco with an original vinyl DJ,
held early enough so that you can have a boogie and still be in bed by ten!

Teignmouth Day Disco

Come and join us for Teignmouth's very own 70s and 80s day disco down at the The Ice Factory!
Have an early evening boogie without staying up til the early hours.

Bring your friends or even join us for your works Christmas do!
Our vinyl DJ will be playing classics from the 70s and 80s like Kool and the Gang, Madonna, Wham, Queen,Earth Wind and Fire and some Motown hits.

Fancy dress welcome, so get out your sequins and platforms and we'll see you on the dance floor!