Thingwall Players

In this lively and whimsical play, a fresh-faced newcomer to the world of Jane Austen joins forces with two die-hard Austen fanatics to tackle a daring theatrical quest: to unleash the magic of ALL Austen's cherished tales... in a whirlwind 80 minutes!

This family friendly stage adaptation of ‘A Christmas Carol’ brings a fresh, lively take on Charles Dickens' classic tale. Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly businessman, is visited by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future, who guide him through his life’s mistakes and the consequences of his greed. Through these encounters, Scrooge transforms. The play features humour, tender moments and a few new elements while retaining the timeless message of redemption and compassion. A wonderful way to get into the festive spirit !

In the middle of the Middle Ages, Morton Montesque's troupe of travelling players happily believe they've volunteered to perform their play about a dragon for King Stanley The Stern. Actually, they've volunteered to slay a real dragon! When they discover their mistake, it's too late to back out - but how can they succeed where so many brave heroes have failed?

Work, love and life are just one long hard slog for the fish filleting foursome Pearl, Jan, Shelley and Linda. But their fortunes are set to change when Linda finds tickets to Ladies' Day at Royal Ascot the year it relocated to York. Out go the hairnets, overalls and wellies as the four ditch work, do themselves up to the nines and head off for a drink, a flirt and a flutter. If their luck holds, they could hit the jackpot - and more besides!

As a baby, Princess Rose is cursed to prick her finger on a spinning wheel before her 18th birthday & sleep for 100 years. As her birthday approaches, will the curse from the Wicked Fairy Nightshade come true? Will our heroes be able to save Rose? Will Rose finally meet her Prince? Featuring songs, time-travel, dancing, ghosts & at least one funny joke. Join us in January to find out!

Neil Simon's brilliant farce is brought to life by Thingwall Players in their triumphant return.