SCDL Talent Show
2020-10-01 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | The Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand
Have you got a talent you want the world to see? How about just having locals see it, well until we can travel again anyway?
Here’s your chance – The South Canterbury Drama League Talent Show. Not to be confused with a Talent Quest, this is a chance for you to get to “show” off your world class talent on our Playhouse stage, to a live audience.
Dancers, singers, jugglers you name it, if you have the talent we want to see it.
Send in a video of no more than 2min of you doing your thing, and we’ll pick some of the best acts to showcase on our stage on October 18th. Whether you’ve been on stage before or this is your first time, we want you to have “Your Time To Shine.”
Email your entry to secretary@dramaleague.org.nz before the 1st October.

GIANTS IN THE SKY DIGITAL STREAMING
2020-10-04 09:00 - 2020-11-01 00:00
This Digital Stream will not be available after 1 November 2020.
✩WINNER! 2017 Children’s Musical Theatre Festival, NYC✩
This magical story explores the world of Giants who live above the clouds. Ever since they left Earth a long time ago, the Giants have made a life up above, where their job is to keep the sky beautiful.

They polish the stars, poke the clouds to let it rain and paint the sunsets. But there is one curious Giant who wonders what life is like on Earth, so she steals a key to the locked up “beanstalk” and embarks on an adventure down below!

While Giants in the sky is set in an imaginary world, the central relationships of the show are real. Something that children can connect with. This refreshing story focuses on the friendship between Heeshee and Bert, and how great friends are something you shouldn’t take for granted. The song “While You Can” is a wonderful reminder for everyone to show appreciation to the special people in our lives.
The show is suitable for families and children of all ages up to intermediate, including pre-schoolers.

Giants in the Sky
A New Children’s Musical
Music and Lyrics by
Denver Casado
Book and Lyrics by
Kerry Kazmierowicztrimm
Giants in the Sky is presented through special arrangement with Beat by Beat Press (www.bbbpress.com)
Presented by SCDL Juniors – Primary, South Canterbury Drama League Junior Section by arrangement with Beat by Beat Press

Carol and the Belles Auditions
2020-10-22 08:00 - 2020-10-31 17:00 | The Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand
A CHRISTMAS SURPRISE for 7-12 YEAR OLDS. If you loved Giants in the Sky and wish for a taste of being on stage before the end of 2020, this show is perfect for you with only 2 short week day rehearsals. Come along to our workshops and find out more. Click on the link for an info pack. https://drive.google.com/…/1heMQFVhkyIMSDjfliqF…/view…

It’s 1954, and at Big Bill’s Drive-In restaurant, where the waitstaff sings your order and the Christmas decorations stay up all year long, excitement has never been higher. They’ve just won the network’s Christmas at the Drive-In contest and will host the live telecast of the Rock & Roll Christmas TV Special! While the staff gets the drive-in spruced up for the show, the customers don their best leather jackets and poodle skirts, and the TV audience is adjusting the rabbit ears and popping the Jiffy Pop, everyone is about to get a big surprise.
How is it that a simple pageant proclaiming the birth of Jesus replaces the Rock & Roll Special, and who are those singing waitresses who steal the show in place of Rock & Roll’s biggest stars? It all comes to pass with ’50s fun, Christmas charm, cool tunes, and joy to the world in Carol and the Belles, the newest kids’ musical from Little Big Stuff.

FOOTLOOSE AUDITIONS
2020-10-22 08:00 - 2020-12-13 17:00 | The Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand
Everything you need to know about getting ready for

Juniors – High School’s 2021 show

FOOTLOOSE –
upcoming Workshops & Auditions

Auditions coming up in Dec 2020 for high school students Year 9-13 to be a part of our exciting show next year.
South Canterbury Drama League, Juniors – High School are thrilled to announce our show for 2021, FOOTLOOSE THE MUSICAL
– 2 hours of high paced action and drama, packed with amazing acting, song and dance opportunities. 24 roles for senior and intermediate teenagers.
Click on the link for our comprehensive Workshop & Audition information pack, lyrics, monologues and mp3 music tracks to get ready for an amazing week of performing arts
with Director – Alice Sollis, MD – Megan Holden, Choreographer – Abigail Austin all starting on Tues 8th Dec 2020
LINK HERE

WITNESS FOR THE PROSECUTION AUDITIONS
2020-11-07 14:00 - 17:00 | The Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand
A combined production from Little Theatre and Repertory

Leonard Vole convinces even the perceptive Sir Wilfred that he is innocent of murder, although the circumstantial evidence is damning. In the mounting tension of the trial there are three amazing developments. Vole’s wife takes the stand and coldly swears away her husband’s alibi. A brassy young woman then sells Sir Wilfred’s letter proving how this acquittal has been engineered by Mrs Vole. But there is still the dramatic finale…

Witness for the Prosecution: Cast

Female (4):

Greta (Sir Wilfred’s typist, an adenoidal girl with a good opinion of herself)

Romaine (late 30s-early 40s, a German woman of great personality, but very quiet. Her voice has a strangely ironic inflection)

Janet Mackenzie (housekeeper, a tall, dour-looking Scotswoman)

Young woman (strawberry blonde, with a crude, obvious appeal)

Male (7):

Carter (Sir Wilfred’s chief clerk)/Mr Justice Wainwright (the judge)

Mr Mayhew (a typical middle-aged solicitor, shrewd, dry, and rather precise)

Leonard Vole (a likeable, friendly young man, about 27)

Sir Wilfred Robarts Q C (for the defence, distinguished older man recovering from a heart operation)

Inspector Hearne (a tall, good-looking officer)/Policeman

Plain-clothes Detective/Warder

Mr Myers Q C (for the prosecution)

Male/female (3):

Clerk of the Court/Court Usher

Mr/Miss Clegg (forensic laboratory assistant)

Dr Wyatt (police surgeon)

Other walk-on, non-speaking parts are available but not necessary

BROADWAY MELODY AUDITION
2020-11-14 08:00 - 2020-11-15 17:00 | The Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand
Broadway Melody is a song and dance compilation show of old and new favourites.
Featuring a troupe of kids and adults in group and solo numbers.
Kids and adults wanted!
Put the audition dates in your diary now and email broadwaymelody_scdl@yahoo.com for an audition pack with all the info you’ll need.
Songs from old favourites and new musicals.
Auditions 14th & 15th November.
On stage Feb 10 to 13, 2021.

Carol and the Belles
2020-12-18 19:00 - 2020-12-22 13:00 | The Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand
Christmas has arrived early at the Playhouse with our children’s musical ‘Carol and the Belles’ – the perfect show to celebrate the end of school and the cheerful spirit that comes at this time of year.
A delightful Christmas story for children, cool tunes, 50’s fun and joy to the world.
Christmas has arrived early at the Playhouse with our children’s musical ‘Carol and the Belles’ – the perfect show to celebrate the end of school and the cheerful spirit that comes at this time of year.
The show is set in 1954, at Big Bill’s Drive-In restaurant, where the wait staff sing your order and the Christmas decorations stay up all year long.
The colourful costumes with leather jackets and poodle skirts give a big 50’s rock & roll flavour to the usual Christmas pageant.
Stacked full of excited children and joyful songs, Carol and the Belles is sure to get you in the Christmas mood this festive season.
Come along and revel in this newest kids’ musical, right here at The Playhouse,Timaru, South Canterbury’s home of live theatre.
Run-Time: 40 minutes
Age: Suitable for Primary school age and Kindergarten children and anyone wanting to get into the spirit of Christmas.
Themes: Christmas Children’s Musical with 7-12 year old performers
A South Canterbury Drama League Playhouse Production
CAROL AND THE BELLES
Created by Steve Moore, Rob Howard and David Guthrie
All songs Words and Music by Rob Howard
Published by Little Big Stuff Music

Broadway Melody
2021-02-10 08:00 - 2021-02-13 17:00 | The Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand
BROADWAYXMAS – $5 DISCOUNT CODE ON TILL 24TH DECEMBER. GET IN QUICK AND ONLY FOR ONLINE PURCHASES
Tickets on sale now!
Broadway Melody is a song and dance compilation show showcasing an amazing array of South Canterbury’s local talent aged 8 to 80. A cast of 40 features a troupe of kids and an adult ensemble who will bring to life some of the very best of Broadway tunes, taking you on a musical journey through classic favourites from shows such as The Sound of Music, Les Miserables, Hello Dolly, and My Fair Lady and introducing you to the very latest songs from contemporary smash hit musicals like Hamilton, Six, Beetlejuice and Mean Girls.
This is entertainment at its best, brought to you by the South Canterbury Drama League to kick off an outstanding year of ‘must-see’ theatre.
Broadway Melody runs from February 10 to 13 at the Playhouse.
With just 5 shows, be in quick, this will sell out.
Book online at iticket.co.nz

IMPROV THEATRE
2021-02-26 19:30 - 21:00 | The Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand
Here it is. Improv Theatre comes to the Playhouse. Your amazing instructors are Alice Sollis and Abigail Austin.
Improv is a skill that not only helps you in the theatre world but translates to everyday life situations as well. What a skill set to have up your sleeve. No experience in acting needed just an openness to be an active participant in some fun, interactive games and scenarios and the ability to be willing to give it a go. The best thing yet is that there are no wrong answers!!!
No registration needed just turn up on the night.
$5 for Drama League members, $10 for non…Come along and Join the Fun that is Improv Theatre.

OPEN DAY 2021
2021-02-27 10:00 - 14:00 | The Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand
We invite you to The South Canterbury Drama League Open Day 2021.
With over 90 years of experience in quality amateur community theatre, we invite you to our Open Day on the 27th February from 10-2pm to discover more about The South Canterbury Drama League.
Win a great prize pack for renewing your membership or becoming a member on the day, go on a backstage tour of our facilities, sound and lighting display, visit our costume hire facility, stage make up demos, display archival material will be available to view on the day.
Been in a past show? Take a trip down memory lane by attending our open day.

WITNESS FOR THE PROSECUTION
2021-03-05 08:00 - 2021-03-13 17:00
Witness for the Prosecution
by Agatha Christie
A compelling courtroom drama from the Queen of Crime.
Leonard Vole stands accused of murdering a rich widow to inherit her wealth. The stakes are high in the young man’s fight to escape the hangman’s noose. The reputations of adversarial senior barristers hang in the balance, testimony is conflicted and impassioned outbursts interrupt proceedings.
Then Leonard Vole's wife steps into the witness box….
One of Christie’s most accomplished plays, this suspenseful thriller keeps audiences guessing until the very end.
“Once more the Christie conjuring trick has come off. Once more we have been led down the garden path. Apart from
being a clever puzzle, this is an extremely actable play” (Daily Telegraph)
Directed by Gail Tatham.
Start time 7.00pm

Audition Private Lives 10th April
2021-04-10 11:00 - 14:00 | The Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand
Auditions this Saturday at the Playhouse. 11am.

Private Lives is a 1930 comedy of manners in three acts by Noel Coward. It concerns a divorced couple who, while honeymooning with their new spouses, discover that they are staying in adjacent rooms at the same hotel. Despite a perpetually stormy relationship, they realise that they still have feelings for each other. Or do they?
Private Lives is full of Noel Coward’s usual sparkling witty dialogue.

FOOTLOOSE 14TH - 24TH APRIL 2021
2021-04-14 08:00 - 2021-04-24 17:00
SYNOPSIS
Footloose is the story of Ren McCormack, a teenage boy from Chicago. He and his mother move to the small town of Bomont after his father abandons them. Upon arriving, Ren finds himself at odds with most of the town, including the Reverend Bomont. The Reverend has convinced the town to outlaw dancing, which Ren finds unbelievable. With the help of the Ariel (the Reverend’s daughter) and Willard (a country hick who becomes his best friend), Ren convinces the Reverend to let the teenagers dance, and in the process helps the town to heal from a tragedy that affected them all.

2022 PRODUCTION TEAM
2021-05-03 08:00 - 2021-05-31 17:00 | The Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand
We need you!!
Calling directors, musical directors and choreographers! Be part of the fun.
Applications close May 31, 2021.

Heathers the Musical 14th-29th May
2021-05-14 19:00 - 2021-05-29 22:00 | The Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand
Award-winning, cult classic comes to Timaru in May.
(Onstage 14 – 29 May, Book online at iticket.co.nz)
Perfect for the times, the South Canterbury Drama League’s May production of Heathers the Musical, gives audiences the chance to look at the most terrible aspects of human nature, laugh at them and maybe find inspiration to combat these things with love instead of anger.
Directed by Cameron Lines with musical direction from Ella Thomas and choreography by Stevie Gallagher, Heathers the Musical is the darkly delicious story of Veronica Sawyer, a brainy misfit who hustles her way into the most powerful and ruthless clique at Westerberg High, the Heathers. But before she can get comfortable atop the high school food chain, Veronica falls in love with the dangerously sexy new kid J.D. When Veronica finally rejects the evil Heathers’ regime for her new boyfriend, JD plans to put the Heathers in their place, six feet under!
A black comedy, Heathers contains impressive vocals, witty and often hilariously ‘inappropriate’ lyrics. Mostly a high energy, fun show, it opens up conversations about dark issues such as the cruelty of bullying, violence in schools, teen suicides and sexual assault.
It’s savagely, blisteringly funny and uncomfortably truthful and asks questions of us – ‘why do we do such awful things to each other?’ ‘How can we do better?’ and ‘How far would you go to be accepted into a friendship group?’
Ultimately Heathers reassures us that our experiences are not unique and that everyone feels like outsiders and weirdos sometimes and that’s ok.
The writers of Heathers the Musical have a clear message …“For those of us who dwell on the fringes, we want to make it very clear, we are all in this together. You may feel adrift and alone but you are not alone.
‘This lifeboat is crowded but we can all help keep it afloat.’

PERFORMING ARTS COMPETITIONS THIS WEEKEND
2021-05-24 - 2021-08-01 | The Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand
SCDL Performing Arts Competitions.
Enjoy Singing and Speech and Drama categories involving 70 children aged 5 to 17 from Christchurch to Oamaru.
On Saturday 31 July and Sunday 1 August 2021, from 9am to 7pm at the Playhouse on Church Street.
Gold coin entry.
Everyone welcome.

PRIVATE LIVES 2ND - 8TH JULY
2021-07-02 08:00 - 2021-07-08 17:00 | The Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand
Noël Coward’s classic comedy, Private Lives
Directed by Don McCully
Elyot and his second wife, Sibyl, are honeymooning on the French Riviera when he discovers that his first wife, Amanda and her second husband, Victor, have the hotel room next to theirs. Uh oh! Cue general chaos and mayhem. How simply ripping!
Private Lives is one of Noël Coward’s most popular plays, known for its wit, flamboyance, and what Time magazine has called its “sense of personal style, a combination of cheek and chic, pose and poise.”
Sign up for two hours of comic bliss! Only five public performances.

SPILT MILK 15TH, 16TH AND 17TH JULY
2021-07-15 19:30 - 2021-07-17 21:30 | The Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand
Spilt Milk Synopsis:

Two sisters return to their run-down family farm when their Dad passes away. Struggling with what to do next and their strained relationship with each other, the girls start to replay their childhood and so begins the unravelling of a local mystery and a disturbing family secret. Spilt Milk is a dark and brooding New-Zealand-gothic styled mystery, with a sense of iconic kiwi nostalgia.

Produced by Catherine Smith and performed by, Alex Gourdie, Hannah Wederell, Catherine Smith, Bernadette Till, Kelly Hanifin, Rosie Pilgrim, Caleb Turland & Chulainn MacQueen.

MUSICVILLE WORKSHOPS AND AUDITIONS
2021-07-26 08:00 - 2021-07-31 17:00
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS and AUDITIONS
JUNIORS – PRIMARY
Get your pencils out and mark those calendars!
Watch this spot and keep an eye on your emails, we will be sending out a link to our Workshop and Audition Information Packs shortly, which will have everything you need in it: dates, times, audition material
PLEASE NOTE: There are TWO audition day options for those children involved with the SCDL Performing Arts comps which run over the same weekend. There are also two venues we will be using, both The Playhouse and Gleniti School Hall, so check carefully where you need to be.
Workshops and Auditions have no cost and are completely free, you are under no obligation to audition if you just want to come along for the workshop experience to see what we are all about, Just turn up for the workshops, but you need to book your audition time either at the workshop or email scdljuniors@gmail.com
CAN’T WAIT TO SEE YOU at the end of July!

Workshops – Monday 26th and Tuesday 27th July
Auditions Saturday 31st July
Rehearsals 8 weeks Tuesday, Thursdays 6.30-8.30 & Sundays 1-4

First Rehearsal Sunday 8th August 1-4pm.

SCDL Original Theatre Show 6th August
2021-08-06 08:00 - 17:00
The South Canterbury Drama League, Original Fringe Show is a showcase of local talent performing original material.
Song, dance and live music on the Playhouse stage. $5 a ticket from the costume hire.
A great nights entertainment.
Also, Wayne Doyle’s play “What would Jesus do?” will cap off the evening with a performance that will be presented at Theatrefest.
Costume Hire hours – Wed 6.30-8.30pm, Thurs & Fri 9-2pm, Sat 10-2pm.

POSTPONMENT UPDATE
2021-08-20 08:00 - 2021-08-25 17:00 | The Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand
THIS IS AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM THE SOUTH CANTERBURY DRAMA LEAGUE – Covid-19 and South Canterbury Drama League.

As we all face the difficult challenge of responding to COVID-19, the South Canterbury Drama League advises the postponement of “Radio Plays”, the workshop and auditions for “Piraticus Rex”, and the SCDL AGM.

We fully intend to reschedule all of these once out of lockdown but with the uncertainty around how long lockdown will be, we are unable to commit to any new dates at the moment. Thank you for your patience while we wait for advise from the MOH. Our Board will be working with sections, casts and our production teams and crews, to make the best decisions for all involved moving forward.

“MusicVille” our upcoming Junior show, have cast currently running some rehearsals on line which is definitely keeping up morale. At this stage, there is no indication that we will reschedule this show which is on stage from the 30 Sept-3rd Oct and 6th-9th Oct.

Our TheatreFest group were due in Queenstown for the semi final of TheatreFest but this is now postponed till the 5th Sept.

We were humbled by the support we received after last year’s lockdown with most of our shows “selling out” as soon as tickets went on sale and we thank you, the local theatre lovers, for your ongoing support of live theatre.

We look forward to hosting you at the Playhouse again soon.

THE GREAT VARIETY CHRISTMAS SHOW WE NEED YOU
2021-09-30 08:00 - 2021-10-15 17:00 | The Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand
Calling performers.

Due to Covid, we had to postpone our fabulous end of the year Theatre Restaurant show, Piraticus Rex, till next year. We have a loyal fan base who still want to come for a great night out and so we are producing a show using local entertainers to fill this end of year spot. This is a brilliant opportunity for talented individuals and groups etc to showcase their talents.
We are calling for polished, entertaining acts to perform for a four night only show. Performers must be available for performance dates 1st-4th December and tech week, (the week prior).
The acts will be chosen from auditions either via on-line entry or audition in person (booked by appointment).
Come on you local talented people, we know you haven’t been on stage for awhile so here’s your opportunity.

Send your expression of interest through to secretary@dramaleague.org.nz.

DREAMLAND PROJECT WORKSHOP
2021-09-30 10:00 - 2021-10-16 14:00 | The Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand
What on earth is a dreamland project? The dreamland project is a working document for guidelines to help build on what we’ve learned as a society looking back and how we can build and improve on things going forward.
These past two years have been hard for theatre groups all over the world but the South Canterbury Drama League keeps positively charging forward and is actually doing really well even under some pretty trying circumstances.
The League is nothing without it’s members and supporters so we invite you to join us for this upcoming workshop where we’ll all have a chance to have input into our societies future.
The workshop is set up as a brainstorming session at different stations where we discuss everything from programming, facilities, membership, sound and lighting tech, our people and everything in between.
Come help write the script to the Leagues future.
Please rsvp by the 14th October at secretary@dramaleague.org.nz Lunch provided.

PUMPED UP FOR SPRING SALE
2021-10-10 11:00 - 13:00 | The Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand
We have a fantastic Spring Sale coming up at the South Canterbury Drama Leagues Costume House at the Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru on the 10th October 11-1pm.

Day-wear pieces of clothing, costumes, fur coats, fabric pieces and patterns for sale amongst many other items.

MUSICVILLE LIVE STREAM
2021-11-14 19:00 - 2021-12-14 20:30 | The Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand
Digital tickets can only be purchased for 1 month from 14 Nov – 14 Dec, however once purchased, viewing of the Stream ticket link purchase will remain open until 31 Jan 2022.
Please note, this is a multiple view only ticket within this timeframe, not a download. Please note that ONLY ONE EMAIL ADDRESS CAN BE ALLOCATED TO EACH TICKET PURCHASED. If you are purchasing a ticket for someone else, you will need to supply us with their email address to add the Digital View link to.
Important: Once you have purchased this ticket the Streaming Link will be emailed out to the nominated email address within 24 hours, if you purchase a Digital Programme this will also be included in the nominated email.

​If you missed the fantastic live performance of Musicville, here’s another chance to experience the intimate close up theatre feel of a Juniors – Primary show. Covid conditions affected our audience capacity, but our Digital Stream will connect this amazing group of children to South Canterbury audiences and to the world with an easy click.
✩ WINNER! 2011 Children’s Musical Theatre Festival, NYC ✩
Musicville, another winner for SCDL Juniors – Primary, Charming, Visually Stunning and such Fun!
“A beautiful show guaranteed to delight – a charming weaving of music terminology throughout – highlighted in the various character names, song lyrics and musical puns – visually stunning with colourful backdrops, scenery, effective lighting and amazing costumes. The musical’s songs are catchy and feature lovely harmonies, complemented so well by the energetic and fun choreography.” Review by Anita Dawson
MUSICVILLE takes us on a magical, musical, fairy tale adventure with Maiden Melody and Radical Rhythm as they attempt to save their town from the Sorcerer of Silence. On their quest to the Castle of Composition, they pass through the Desert of Doo-wop, the Ocean of Opera, and the Terrible Terrain of Tango meeting musical friends and foes along the way. Their journey teaches them about new kinds of music, overcoming obstacles, and the importance of working together!
The South Canterbury Drama League Junior Section is delighted to present another fantastic show in our 60th Year, to add to our long list of favourites since the Junior Section was established in 1961. Musicville, under the Juniors – Primary banner, features talented enthusiastic performers aged 8-13 years ready to whisk you away on a fairy tale adventure into a land of music at our Playhouse Premises in Church Street, Timaru, New Zealand, which offers an intimate close up theatre experience now available on your device through our Digital Stream.
Director Alice Sollis, Musical Director Megan Holden, Choreographer Jessica Diamond
Run-Time: 1hr
Age: Suitable for kindergarten and primary school age children and everyone else who loves children’s live musical theatre
Themes: Friendship, Adventure, Overcoming Obstacles, Educational Musical terms
Presented by South Canterbury Drama League, Timaru, New Zealand

The Great Variety Christmas Show
2021-12-01 19:30 - 2021-12-04 21:30 | The Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand
Wondering what to do at the end of this crazy year to give your staff a treat? Look no further! Here’s a terrific option for your end of year work ‘DO’
We figured that as we live in a region full of amazing, talented individuals, we would bring the best of them together to perform an end of year Christmas show like no other.
Two hours of entertainment featuring some of the absolute best punctuated by some no fuss kai and cocktails. What more could you want for your end of year function?
This event is perfect for work groups, and showcases a little something for everyone. We’ve kept it simple, and having fun is paramount this year. Your ticket price includes gourmet pizza and ice cream.
Look out for our specially themed cocktails at the bar!
Get your group together and book now!
Tickets $55, discounts for groups of 10 or more

This production is sold under Covid 19 Delta Level 2 Conditions. Ticket sales are capped at a maximum auditorium capacity of 60 tickets per performance and seating will be allocated/adjusted on entry to ensure appropriate distancing between groups. Mandatory sign-in/scan-in, mask/face covering, and physical distancing requirements managed by event staff. Conditions may be altered if alert levels regulations change.

OPEN DAY 5TH MARCH POSTPONED
2022-03-05 10:00 - 14:00
We have postponed our Open Day till later in the year.
Thank you to all our wonderful volunteers who were looking forward to showing members of the public through our Playhouse facilities as part of the Musical Theatre New Zealand Big Theatre Open Weekend. A lot of planning had gone into this event and we thank you all for your input.
We hope to see you at our Open Day when we reschedule.

GASLIGHT JUNE 10-17TH
2022-03-30 08:00 - 2022-06-17 17:00 | The Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand
Gaslight
Directed by Alice Sollis
Synopsis
Bella Manningham, once a beauty but now pallid and withdrawn, suffers from what she believes are the early stages of insanity. Her husband, Jack Manningham, struggles to help her, and spends his evenings out on the town in order to cope. Or so he makes her believe.
Late one evening, a stranger comes to the house while Jack is out. Who is this man and what secrets does he know?
This spine-chilling psychodrama – adapted from Patrick Hamilton’s 1938 classic – is truly one of theatre’s great thrillers.
Cast
Mr Manningham: Dave Mortimer
Mrs Manningham: Anita Dawson
Rough: Joe Smith
Elizabeth: Stefanie Crawford
Nancy: Cat McClure
SHOW WARNINGS
Contains depictions of domestic abuse that may be triggering to some audience members.

Thoroughly Modern Millie
2022-05-10 19:00 - 2022-05-14 21:30 | The Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand
Regretfully, due to the impact of COVID-19 on our cast and crew, we have had to cancel the remaining season of our production of Thoroughly Modern Millie.

Our ticketing company, iTicket will be in touch with ticket holders to arrange a refund for those who would like one. Alternatively, ticket holders may wish to donate the ticket amount to the League which would be very much appreciated, to cover costs already spent to stage this production.

The production team, cast and crew have worked tirelessly to ensure this production was of the highest quality and we are thrilled to have been able to have four very successful shows and a great review.

Thank you, thank you to you all for your tireless work under trying circumstances we almost made it to the finish line but not quite.

Peter Pan Juniors Workshops/Auditions
2022-06-29 08:00 - 2022-07-03 17:00 | The Playhouse, 198 Church Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand
Do you believe in fairies? Can you save Tinker-Bell? Can Peter Pan really fly?
Based on the 1904 play by Sir J.M Barrie, this is the story of the Darling children who fly away to Neverland to bring stories to the Lost Boys.
This is the traditional Peter Pan story with Peter Pan, Wendy, John, Michael, Tinker-Bell, Tiger-Lilly plus a large ensemble of lost boys (and girls), pirates and natives. Peter and his mischievous fairy sidekick, Tinkerbell, visit the nursery of the Darling children late one night and, with a sprinkle of pixie dust, begin a magical journey across the stars that none of them will ever forget. In the adventure of a lifetime, the travellers come face to face with a ticking crocodile, the fierce Brave Girls, a band of bungling pirates and, of course, the villainous Captain Hook.
Peter Pan will be directed by Hayley Goodman with Musical Direction by Megan Holden and Choreography by Amanda Rümenapf. This production team will mentor an understudy production team of Luca Davis, Phoebe Evans-Hoeffgen and Nico Lee.
Peter Pan Jr is being run by our Junior Primary section.
This show will be a max of 1.5 hours and is rated G – a great family show with a cast of children aged 8 to year 8. The season is 29 Sep – 8 Oct.
Peter Pan Jr – here is the link to all of the information about the Peter Pan workshops and auditions. This contains the dance routines, the music and the monologues for the auditions. It is highly recommended you attend the workshops to be best prepared for your audition. An audition form will be made available next week and audition bookings will open next week.
Make sure you carefully read through the information pack.
Any issues or questions please email: scdljuniors@gmail.com
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1yfo5WQAgd8M-dcGWSzwCgnEFe0nHMnPR?fbclid=IwAR24-Z5OR-70qS2DT-wY_fOni2enufYVlve_3-DdNE9c6Bnm60CsGdQmzcw
Workshop dates: Wednesday 29 June and Friday 1 July.
Audition 2 July with callbacks if required on 3 July
