October 2020
SCDL Talent Show
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…
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Stagecraft Workshops
The South Canterbury Drama League is delighted to announce two stunning weekend workshops of theatre skills led by practitioners at the top of their game. Workshop 1 10th & 11th October Stage Combat/Physical Expression - Weekend When: Saturday October 10th & Sunday October 11th Time: 10-4pm both days Cost: $100 non member and $90 member Danny Lee Syme - Specialises in mime, clown, dance, adagio, aerial arts, floor acrobatics/tumbling, slapstick and stage combat. His style is innovative, creative, adoptive, energetic and endearing. Master of Professional…
Find out more »FOOTLOOSE AUDITIONS
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…
Find out more »Carol and the Belles Auditions
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…
Find out more »November 2020
WITNESS FOR THE PROSECUTION AUDITIONS
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…
Find out more »BROADWAY MELODY AUDITION
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.
Find out more »MOTHERHOOD THE MUSICAL
Motherhood the Musical is on at the Playhouse from November 26 to December 5. Show starts at 7.30pm 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’ ‘Motherhood the Musical’ – set around a baby shower with 4 friends - it’s delightfully entertaining, with big wholesome laughs, awesome toe-tapping songs and pizza and a magnum ice cream to boot. This…
Find out more »December 2020
Carol and the Belles
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…
Find out more »February 2021
Broadway Melody
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…
Find out more »IMPROV THEATRE
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…
Find out more »OPEN DAY 2021
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…
Find out more »April 2021
Audition Private Lives 10th April
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.
Find out more »May 2021
2022 PRODUCTION TEAM
We need you!! Calling directors, musical directors and choreographers! Be part of the fun. Applications close May 31, 2021.
Find out more »Heathers the Musical 14th-29th May
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…
Find out more »PERFORMING ARTS COMPETITIONS THIS WEEKEND
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.
Find out more »July 2021
PRIVATE LIVES 2ND – 8TH JULY
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…
Find out more »SPILT MILK 15TH, 16TH AND 17TH JULY
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,…
Find out more »August 2021
POSTPONMENT UPDATE
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…
Find out more »Piraticus Rex – Workshops and auditions
25th August Workshop pre audition 7pm Auditions 28th August Ladies 10am-12.30pm Men 12.30pm-3pm Call backs from 3.30pm Book an audition time with Marlene email: rl.mc.hanson@gmail.com Ahoy there... Piraticus Rex - Workshop and audition dates Listen up lads, to a song that I sing The head that wears the Crown is no thing Scattered have I the pieces six The crown is apart, your quest is to fix Search high and search low above and below Find them and bind them and…
Find out more »September 2021
RADIO PLAYS 28th September – 2nd October
Update: All ticket holders are being contacted by iTicket to reassign tickets to these new dates. Tickets maybe available to the public, we will let you know if this is the case. Tues 28th Sept - 1940's THEME NIGHT 'Round up the Usual Suspects' Fri 1 Oct — SCIENCE FICTION THEME NIGHT 'The Force is With You' RADIO PLAYS. In the good old days-no TV or internet-…
Find out more »THE GREAT VARIETY CHRISTMAS SHOW WE NEED YOU
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…
Find out more »DREAMLAND PROJECT WORKSHOP
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…
Find out more »October 2021
94th SCDL AGM 6th October 7pm
SCDL AGM Wednesday 6th Oct at 7pm ** Note new time. This year, four members of the current Board: Kevin Foley, Kim Rogers, Andrew Robb, Jordan Diamond and the President, Chris Thomas will have completed their two-year term. They may or may not choose to stand for re-election. At our upcoming AGM, the position of President and the vacancies of four Board members will need to be filled and nominations have been received for these vacancies and nominations are now…
Find out more »PUMPED UP FOR SPRING SALE
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.
Find out more »November 2021
MUSICVILLE LIVE STREAM
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…
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The Great Variety Christmas Show
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…
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The Last Five Years 2nd – 5th Feburary
An emotionally powerful and intimate musical about two New Yorkers in their twenties who fall in and out of love over the course of five years, the show's unconventional structure consists of Cathy, the woman, telling her story backwards while Jamie, the man, tells his story chronologically; the two characters only meet once, at their wedding in the middle of the show. Recently made into a movie starring Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan. Meet our two actors: Cathy will be…
Find out more »Gaslight – Auditions
The South Canterbury Drama League Repertory Section, invite people to audition for our upcoming play Gaslight. Auditions Wed 23rd Feb. 5.00pm. Lounge at Playhouse ( call backs 28th Feb 5.00pm if needed). ONSTAGE: May 27-June 3, 2022 Characters - CAST. MR. MANNINGHAM - A good-looking Gentleman, suave, authoritative, with a touch of mystery and underlying bitterness. MRS. MANNINGHAM - A very attractive Lady, who is haggard, frightened and fragile. ELIZABETH - The Cook, an amiable subservient woman. NANCY - The…
Find out more »March 2022
GASLIGHT JUNE 10-17TH
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…
Find out more »May 2022
Thoroughly Modern Millie
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,…
Find out more »June 2022
SCDL PERFORMING ARTS COMPETITION
SCDL PERFORMING ARTS COMPETITION 24TH, 25TH, 26TH JUNE - Full programme HERE!! The 2022 SCDL Performing Arts Competition is a record breaker! Almost 100 young people (a record number of participants) age 5 to 17 from as far afield as Christchurch to Invercargill will converge on the Playhouse over NZ's first Matariki holiday weekend. The competitions are always a wonderfully enjoyable event and are open to members and the public with gold coin entry. Come along and support these talented…
Find out more »Peter Pan Juniors Workshops/Auditions
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…
Find out more »July 2022
The Original Fringe Show 1st July
The SCDL Original Fringe Show is on again this year after a successful sold out event last year. The show is jampacked full of local people showcasing original music, poetry, comedy, dance, a book reading and also a performance of our TheatreFest entry of "Joy?" Written by Wayne Doyle. Get your tickets now from the costume hire or the office. Friday 1st July at 7pm. Tickets are $20. (Costume hire hours Wed 6.30-8.30pm, Thur & Fri 9-2pm, Sat 10-2pm) (Office…
Find out more »Captain Cain – Read Through 16th July
“CAPTAIN CAIN”: a new play by Carol Angland Timaru History – Murder – Scandal Repertory 90-year celebration: May 2023 READ-THROUGH: Playhouse Lounge, 198 Church Street Saturday 16th July 2022, 2pm Repertory invites any interested members or friends of the SCDL to come along and participate in this read-through. This is the story of the murder of Captain Henry Cain, second mayor and founding father of Timaru. The trial created a huge stir in Timaru at the time and will still…
Find out more »PIRATICUS REX WORKSHOP/AUDITIONS
Ahoy there... Piraticus Rex - Workshop and audition dates Listen up lads, to a song that I sing The head that wears the Crown is no thing Scattered have I the pieces six The crown is apart, your quest is to fix Search high and search low above and below Find them and bind them and find a new King An excerpt from the opening page of Aaron Williams script . Aaron Segar, Director, and Marlene Hanson, Musical Director, in a…
Find out more »August 2022
ADDAMS FAMILY
Musical Theatre presents The Addams Family 19th August - 3rd September In the kooky, upside-down world of the Addams Family, to be sad is to be happy, to feel pain is to feel joy, and death and suffering are the stuff of their dreams. Nonetheless, this quirky family still has to deal with many of the same challenges faced by any other family, and the spookiest nightmare faced by every family creates the focus of the musical - the Addams…
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Run for your Wife – Auditions
Run for your Wife Repertory and Little Theatre’s next production: Run for your Wife by Ray Cooney, a British farce directed by TJ Ramsay. Auditions for Run for your Wife: Sunday September 4th from 2pm. On Stage - 28th October - 4th November Cast There are 8 roles, one very brief. There is John, his two wives, his friend upstairs and policemen and a reporter. This fast-moving and hilarious farce will delight audiences and be fun to be involved in.…
Find out more »95TH AGM OF THE SCDL
AGM Wednesday September 7, 7.30pm at the Playhouse. Join the Board of The South Canterbury Drama League. Our Board is made up of six members and a President. Each is elected for a two-year term. At this years' annual general meeting, some of the current Board members two-year terms will end. This year, two members of the current Board: Nicola Carnegie and Alice Sollis will have completed their two-year term. Andrew Robb was co-opted onto the Board during the year.…
Find out more »PIRATICUS REX
PIRATICUS REX ANNOUNCEMENT Due to COVID-19 amongst our cast, crew and production team, the Board made the decision yesterday to postpone the start date for our season of Piraticus Rex. These show dates have been cancelled 30th Nov,1st, 2nd and 3rd Dec. For those with tickets for next week (7th-10th Dec) there is no change to your booking, but we've added 3 extra shows. * Wed 7th Dec - 7pm Thur 8th Dec - 7pm Fri 9th Dec - 7pm…
Find out more »Peter Pan
Come fly away with us to Neverland joining Peter and the Darling children in this family show that never gets old. Peter Pan Jr. is the timeless classic about a boy who simply refused to grow up. Peter and his mischievous fairy sidekick, Tinkerbell, visit the nursery of the Darling children late one night and, with a sprinkle of pixie dust, and some happy thoughts, they begin a magical journey across the stars that none of them will ever forget. …
Find out more »October 2022
RUN FOR YOUR WIFE
“RUN FOR YOUR WIFE” by Ray Cooney directed by T J Ramsay. On stage Playhouse 28 th Oct-4th Nov This superb example of the British farce has had audiences rolling in the aisles in London, New York- and now Timaru. John Smith is a taxi driver with two wives in different areas of London. He has a very strict schedule. An accident upsets thisand complication is piled upon complication as John tries to keep his double life from imploding. “Run for your…
Find out more »November 2022
GODSPELL WORKSHOP AND AUDITIONS
2023 - GODSPELL Workshop Thursday 10th November and Auditions Saturday 12th November. Show dates 1st - 4th February Workshops and Auditions are coming up for the casting of GODSPELL on at the Playhouse next February. This is our first show for the year and is Directed by Bronwyn Chittock with Musical Direction by new comer to the League, Catherine Anderson. This show features a live band and will be one, you'll want to be a part of. …
Find out more »Captain Cain Auditions
The time period of the play is 1850’s – 1880’s. Characters required are typical of the mix of classes in society in a new country: run holders, doctors, lawyers, businessmen, officials, servants, boatmen, gossips, wives and children. Captain Cain a peppery old sea dog is the main character. Great sense of humour, respected businessman. He serves both as narrator and as an actor in the drama. All other actors will have the challenge (and the fun) of playing multiple roles using only…
Find out more »January 2023
REPERTORY’S 90TH ANNIVERSARY DINNER 3rd March 2023
Come and celebrate Repertory's 90 years of theatre in Timaru. 3rd March 2023, 6.30pm for a 7pm start. All League members and supporters, past and present, are warmly welcomed to celebrate this momentous occasion. Your ticket includes a dinner and will be a time for us to look back on shows of the past and also look forward to what the next 90years has in store for Repertory. Tickets are $45 (includes dinner) and are available at the office Monday…
Find out more »February 2023
Godspell
Experience the beauty and power of Godspell the musical - a cultural phenomenon. It’s 50 yeas since Godspell was created as an expansive, extroverted folk-rock cabaret. Godspell is a light-hearted, positive, colourful take on the last days of Jesus and is loosely based on the Gospel of St. Matthew. The all-ages show relates parables using song, dance and humour in a series of fast-paced vignettes. Over the course of the show, the motley collection of people who gather to follow…
Find out more »POPCORN AUDITIONS
POPCORN AUDITIONS - 5th February 1pm ONSTAGE 15th - 22nd April 2023 Timaru, here comes Ben Elton's Popcorn. Auditions will be for three things: 1. Popcorn - the Show. 2. Popcorn - the film segment 3. Popcorn Live - something a bit different requiring those who love a bit of improv. Synopsis - Set in the Beverly Hills home of Oscar winning movie director Bruce Delamitri, Popcorn is a satirical comedy thriller with the firepower of a hit squad. When…
Find out more »March 2023
BIG THEATRE OPEN WEEKEND – OPEN DAY
As proud members of Musical Theatre New Zealand, we invite you to your home of theatre, the Playhouse on Sunday 5th March, 1-4pm for our annual Open Day as part of the BIG THEATRE OPEN WEEKEND. If you've always wondered, what goes on past the doors, and behind the curtain, here's your chance to come and have a look for yourself. Tours, membership incentives, tech displays and Live rehearsals from some upcoming shows, will be on offer, as you take…
Find out more »CATCH ME IF YOU CAN AUDITIONS
Coming up in March - AUDITIONS for our major musical of 2023 - 'CATCH ME IF YOU CAN' - the musical of the movie featuring Leo Dicaprio and Tom Hanks. Show onstage 21 July-5 August 2023 at the Playhouse. Workshops 6th & 8th March 7-9pm. Auditions Friday 10th March 6-9pm & Saturday 11th March 10-4pm. Production team Sarah Prentice, Bethanie Cootes-Gallagher and Stevie Cootes-Gallagher. Audition packs available soon. Email jill@specialevents.co.nz and you'll be sent an audition pack as soon as…
Find out more »BRING IT ON
BRING IT ON******POSTPONED******POSTPONED******POSTPONED It is with sadness that we announce that due to COVID in the cast and crew affecting key personel, that the remaining season of Bring it On is POSTPONED. Ticket holders for the remaining shows will be contacted by iTicket. We are finalising new dates and will confirm these in the next couple of days. To our amazing cast and crew...thank you for all the wonderful work you've put in to this show so far. Support each…
Find out more »April 2023
POPCORN
Set in the Beverly Hills home of Oscar winning movie director Bruce Delamitri, Popcorn is a satirical comedy thriller with the firepower of a hit squad. When notorious killers Wayne and Scout interrupt Bruce’s passionate introduction to Brooke Daniels, an up and coming actress, they want more than an autograph from their cinematic idol. Wayne intends to use Bruce as justification for murder. Events are disrupted by the arrival of Bruce’ soon to be ex-wife and spoiled teenage daughter and…
Find out more »School Holiday Theatre Programme 17th – 21st April 2023!!!
The South Canterbury Drama League invites registrations for the Theatre Workshop School Holiday Programme on at the Playhouse from the 17th-21st April 2023. Our tutors are looking forward to taking students through a five day programme of theatre. Open to children aged 8+ A fantastic, fun programme for newcomers and experienced performers alike, will help children learn, polish and develop skills in theatre. The Playhouse facilities and tech are provided by the South Canterbury Drama League and provide the experience…
Find out more »May 2023
Captain Cain
A Repertory Production World premiere! See early Timaru brought to life, from the first European settlers and the building of the port to the great fire that destroyed many businesses. Watch the important part played by Captain Henry Cain in the founding of Timaru. Witness the murder trials that rocked Timaru and shocked the nation.
Find out more »Disney’s Finding Nemo Jr Auditions
Disney's Finding Nemo Jr Onstage 22 - 30 September at The Playhouse Directed by Ella Thomas, Musical Direction by Catherine Anderson, Choreography by Georgia Carnegie for Primary and Intermediate Students (or equivalent) age 8 & up. Workshops/Information Evening – THURSDAY JUNE 1 2023 & THURSDAY JUNE 8 2023, 7PM @ WAIMATAITAI SCHOOL HALL Dance Workshop – FRIDAY JUNE 9 2023, 6PM @ WAIMATAITAI SCHOOL HALL Auditions – JUNE 10 2023 @ WAIMATAITAI SCHOOL HALL Audition packs can be seen HERE>>>…
Find out more »June 2023
Expresssions of Interest – Creative Team
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST for the Juniors - High School PRODUCTION TEAM For our 2024 Musical On Stage: 11 -20 April 2024 We are looking for a Production team of Director, Musical Director and Choreographer to lead our High School age group, 13-18 years (School Yr 9-13). Our South Canterbury Drama League, Junior Section Committee, invite interest from teams and individuals to propose shows and ideas appropriate for this age group. Along with the relevant experience for these roles, being able…
Find out more »Bring It On (New Dates)
The South Canterbury Drama League Junior High School Section is proud to present BRING IT ON – THE MUSICAL. Let us take you on a high-flying, energy-fuelled journey which tackles friendship, jealousy, betrayal and forgiveness – wrapped up in explosive choreography and tricks. Bring It On tells the story of Campbell, a young cheerleader who dreams of leading her squad to victory in the National competition. But Campbell's reign as the newly elected captain of the Truman High cheerleading squad…
Find out more »Glorious – Auditions
Audition Notice “Glorious” Written by Peter Quilter. Directed by Alice Sollis THE TRUE STORY OF FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS, THE WORST SINGER IN THE WORLD Auditions 2.00pm, Saturday 17th June at the SCDL Playhouse. Church Street. Timaru Show dates - 27th October to 4th November 2023 Rehearsals start Sunday 13th August. A truly delightful comedy,“Glorious” is the story of Florence Foster Jenkins. In 1940's New York, the performer who everyone wanted to see live was Florence Foster Jenkins, an enthusiastic soprano…
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July 2023
Catch Me If You Can
Based on the hit film and the incredible true story, Catch Me If You Can is the high-flying musical comedy about chasing your dreams and not getting caught. Nominated for four Tony awards, including Best Musical, this delightfully entertaining show was created by a Tony Award-winning "dream team," with a book by Terrence McNally (The Full Monty, Ragtime) and a swinging score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray). Seeking fame and fortune, precocious teenager, Frank Abignale, Jr., runs away…
Find out more »August 2023
Encore One Act Play Festival
Did you know that the origins of The South Canterbury Drama League stemed from a one act play competion? Held in 1927, 8 teams took part and this year we are bringing one act plays back with the Encore One Act Play Festival. 11th and 12th August 2023. Not a competition this time around but a chance for local writers to stage their plays at the Playhouse. Join us for a night of back to back locally written One Act…
Find out more »Encore One Act Play Festival
Did you know that the origins of The South Canterbury Drama League stemed from a one act play competion? Held in 1927, 8 teams took part and this year we are bringing one act plays back with the Encore One Act Play Festival. 11th and 12th August 2023. Not a competition this time around but a chance for local writers to stage their plays at the Playhouse. Join us for a night of back to back locally written One Act…
Find out more »September 2023
96th Annual General Meeting
Contact Manager for nomination forms and apologies. President and Board Member opportunities available. Sharleyne manager@dramaleague.org.nz
Find out more »The 20’s Club Cabaret AUDITIONS! AUDITIONS!
It's hard to believe that we are now gearing up for our final show of the year which is a Cabaret/Bulesque style show with sass and we are now looking for singers, dancers, actors and comedians to audition for this limited season production. The 20's Club Cabaret will be a fun filled variety cabaret that will cap the year off in a fun and entertaining way. SHOW DATES: Wednesday 29th November - Saturday 2nd December. Auditions are at the Playhouse…
Find out more »Inspector Drake and the Perfeckt Crime AUDITION
Inspector Drake and the Perfeckt Crime by David Tristram, Directed by TJ Ramsay. Auditions are at the Playhouse on Sunday 10th September at 7pm. SHOW DATES March 1-9, 2024!! Yes we said it, 2024. No bookings necessary just turn up on the day.
Find out more »DISNEY’S FINDING NEMO JR
Don't miss the amazing opportunity to dive into the enchanting underwater world of Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. at The Playhouse, Timaru. From September 22nd to September 30th, 2023, the South Canterbury Drama League presents this captivating stage adaptation of the 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo. Join Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, as he resides in the vibrant Great Barrier Reef with his spirited kid Nemo, who yearns to explore beyond their anemone home. However, when Nemo is captured and…
Find out more »DISNEY’S FINDING NEMO JR
Don't miss the amazing opportunity to dive into the enchanting underwater world of Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. at The Playhouse, Timaru. From September 22nd to September 30th, 2023, the South Canterbury Drama League presents this captivating stage adaptation of the 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo. Join Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, as he resides in the vibrant Great Barrier Reef with his spirited kid Nemo, who yearns to explore beyond their anemone home. However, when Nemo is captured and…
Find out more »DISNEY’S FINDING NEMO JR
Don't miss the amazing opportunity to dive into the enchanting underwater world of Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. at The Playhouse, Timaru. From September 22nd to September 30th, 2023, the South Canterbury Drama League presents this captivating stage adaptation of the 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo. Join Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, as he resides in the vibrant Great Barrier Reef with his spirited kid Nemo, who yearns to explore beyond their anemone home. However, when Nemo is captured and…
Find out more »DISNEY’S FINDING NEMO JR
Don't miss the amazing opportunity to dive into the enchanting underwater world of Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. at The Playhouse, Timaru. From September 22nd to September 30th, 2023, the South Canterbury Drama League presents this captivating stage adaptation of the 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo. Join Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, as he resides in the vibrant Great Barrier Reef with his spirited kid Nemo, who yearns to explore beyond their anemone home. However, when Nemo is captured and…
Find out more »DISNEY’S FINDING NEMO JR
Don't miss the amazing opportunity to dive into the enchanting underwater world of Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. at The Playhouse, Timaru. From September 22nd to September 30th, 2023, the South Canterbury Drama League presents this captivating stage adaptation of the 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo. Join Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, as he resides in the vibrant Great Barrier Reef with his spirited kid Nemo, who yearns to explore beyond their anemone home. However, when Nemo is captured and…
Find out more »DISNEY’S FINDING NEMO JR
Don't miss the amazing opportunity to dive into the enchanting underwater world of Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. at The Playhouse, Timaru. From September 22nd to September 30th, 2023, the South Canterbury Drama League presents this captivating stage adaptation of the 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo. Join Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, as he resides in the vibrant Great Barrier Reef with his spirited kid Nemo, who yearns to explore beyond their anemone home. However, when Nemo is captured and…
Find out more »DISNEY’S FINDING NEMO JR
Don't miss the amazing opportunity to dive into the enchanting underwater world of Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. at The Playhouse, Timaru. From September 22nd to September 30th, 2023, the South Canterbury Drama League presents this captivating stage adaptation of the 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo. Join Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, as he resides in the vibrant Great Barrier Reef with his spirited kid Nemo, who yearns to explore beyond their anemone home. However, when Nemo is captured and…
Find out more »DISNEY’S FINDING NEMO JR
Don't miss the amazing opportunity to dive into the enchanting underwater world of Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. at The Playhouse, Timaru. From September 22nd to September 30th, 2023, the South Canterbury Drama League presents this captivating stage adaptation of the 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo. Join Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, as he resides in the vibrant Great Barrier Reef with his spirited kid Nemo, who yearns to explore beyond their anemone home. However, when Nemo is captured and…
Find out more »October 2023
Glorious
In 1940s New York, the performer who everyone wanted to see live was Florence Foster Jenkins, an enthusiastic soprano whose pitch was far from perfect. Known as "The First Lady of the Sliding Scale" she warbled and screeched her way through the evening to an audience who mostly fell about with laughter. But this delusional and joyously happy woman paid little attention to her critics, instead she was surrounded by a circle of devoted friends who were almost as eccentric…
Find out more »Glorious
In 1940s New York, the performer who everyone wanted to see live was Florence Foster Jenkins, an enthusiastic soprano whose pitch was far from perfect. Known as "The First Lady of the Sliding Scale" she warbled and screeched her way through the evening to an audience who mostly fell about with laughter. But this delusional and joyously happy woman paid little attention to her critics, instead she was surrounded by a circle of devoted friends who were almost as eccentric…
Find out more »Glorious
In 1940s New York, the performer who everyone wanted to see live was Florence Foster Jenkins, an enthusiastic soprano whose pitch was far from perfect. Known as "The First Lady of the Sliding Scale" she warbled and screeched her way through the evening to an audience who mostly fell about with laughter. But this delusional and joyously happy woman paid little attention to her critics, instead she was surrounded by a circle of devoted friends who were almost as eccentric…
Find out more »Glorious
In 1940s New York, the performer who everyone wanted to see live was Florence Foster Jenkins, an enthusiastic soprano whose pitch was far from perfect. Known as "The First Lady of the Sliding Scale" she warbled and screeched her way through the evening to an audience who mostly fell about with laughter. But this delusional and joyously happy woman paid little attention to her critics, instead she was surrounded by a circle of devoted friends who were almost as eccentric…
Find out more »Glorious
In 1940s New York, the performer who everyone wanted to see live was Florence Foster Jenkins, an enthusiastic soprano whose pitch was far from perfect. Known as "The First Lady of the Sliding Scale" she warbled and screeched her way through the evening to an audience who mostly fell about with laughter. But this delusional and joyously happy woman paid little attention to her critics, instead she was surrounded by a circle of devoted friends who were almost as eccentric…
Find out more »November 2023
Glorious
In 1940s New York, the performer who everyone wanted to see live was Florence Foster Jenkins, an enthusiastic soprano whose pitch was far from perfect. Known as "The First Lady of the Sliding Scale" she warbled and screeched her way through the evening to an audience who mostly fell about with laughter. But this delusional and joyously happy woman paid little attention to her critics, instead she was surrounded by a circle of devoted friends who were almost as eccentric…
Find out more »Glorious
In 1940s New York, the performer who everyone wanted to see live was Florence Foster Jenkins, an enthusiastic soprano whose pitch was far from perfect. Known as "The First Lady of the Sliding Scale" she warbled and screeched her way through the evening to an audience who mostly fell about with laughter. But this delusional and joyously happy woman paid little attention to her critics, instead she was surrounded by a circle of devoted friends who were almost as eccentric…
Find out more »Glorious
In 1940s New York, the performer who everyone wanted to see live was Florence Foster Jenkins, an enthusiastic soprano whose pitch was far from perfect. Known as "The First Lady of the Sliding Scale" she warbled and screeched her way through the evening to an audience who mostly fell about with laughter. But this delusional and joyously happy woman paid little attention to her critics, instead she was surrounded by a circle of devoted friends who were almost as eccentric…
Find out more »Glorious
In 1940s New York, the performer who everyone wanted to see live was Florence Foster Jenkins, an enthusiastic soprano whose pitch was far from perfect. Known as "The First Lady of the Sliding Scale" she warbled and screeched her way through the evening to an audience who mostly fell about with laughter. But this delusional and joyously happy woman paid little attention to her critics, instead she was surrounded by a circle of devoted friends who were almost as eccentric…
Find out more »TUCK WORKSHOPS AND AUDITIONS
SOUTH CANTERBURY DRAMA LEAGUE JUNIOR'S HIGH SCHOOL Tuck Everlasting The Musical Audition information Onstage 11-20th April 2024 at The Playhouse Directed by Alice Sollis Musical Direction by Ella Thomas Choreography by Jo Williams High School Students. WORKSHOPS at The Playhouse: - WEDNESDAY 15TH NOVEMBER: 7PM - 8:30PM - THURSDAY 16TH NOVEMBER: 7PM - 8:30PM AUDITIONS (bookings essential): - SUNDAY 19TH NOVEMBER: FROM 10AM Book your spot at the Workshops or by emailing scdljuniors@gmail.com
Find out more »TUCK WORKSHOPS AND AUDITIONS
SOUTH CANTERBURY DRAMA LEAGUE JUNIOR'S HIGH SCHOOL Tuck Everlasting The Musical Audition information Onstage 11-20th April 2024 at The Playhouse Directed by Alice Sollis Musical Direction by Ella Thomas Choreography by Jo Williams High School Students. WORKSHOPS at The Playhouse: - WEDNESDAY 15TH NOVEMBER: 7PM - 8:30PM - THURSDAY 16TH NOVEMBER: 7PM - 8:30PM AUDITIONS (bookings essential): - SUNDAY 19TH NOVEMBER: FROM 10AM Book your spot at the Workshops or by emailing scdljuniors@gmail.com
Find out more »TUCK WORKSHOPS AND AUDITIONS
SOUTH CANTERBURY DRAMA LEAGUE JUNIOR'S HIGH SCHOOL Tuck Everlasting The Musical Audition information Onstage 11-20th April 2024 at The Playhouse Directed by Alice Sollis Musical Direction by Ella Thomas Choreography by Jo Williams High School Students. WORKSHOPS at The Playhouse: - WEDNESDAY 15TH NOVEMBER: 7PM - 8:30PM - THURSDAY 16TH NOVEMBER: 7PM - 8:30PM AUDITIONS (bookings essential): - SUNDAY 19TH NOVEMBER: FROM 10AM Book your spot at the Workshops or by emailing scdljuniors@gmail.com
Find out more »TUCK WORKSHOPS AND AUDITIONS
SOUTH CANTERBURY DRAMA LEAGUE JUNIOR'S HIGH SCHOOL Tuck Everlasting The Musical Audition information Onstage 11-20th April 2024 at The Playhouse Directed by Alice Sollis Musical Direction by Ella Thomas Choreography by Jo Williams High School Students. WORKSHOPS at The Playhouse: - WEDNESDAY 15TH NOVEMBER: 7PM - 8:30PM - THURSDAY 16TH NOVEMBER: 7PM - 8:30PM AUDITIONS (bookings essential): - SUNDAY 19TH NOVEMBER: FROM 10AM Book your spot at the Workshops or by emailing scdljuniors@gmail.com
Find out more »TUCK WORKSHOPS AND AUDITIONS
SOUTH CANTERBURY DRAMA LEAGUE JUNIOR'S HIGH SCHOOL Tuck Everlasting The Musical Audition information Onstage 11-20th April 2024 at The Playhouse Directed by Alice Sollis Musical Direction by Ella Thomas Choreography by Jo Williams High School Students. WORKSHOPS at The Playhouse: - WEDNESDAY 15TH NOVEMBER: 7PM - 8:30PM - THURSDAY 16TH NOVEMBER: 7PM - 8:30PM AUDITIONS (bookings essential): - SUNDAY 19TH NOVEMBER: FROM 10AM Book your spot at the Workshops or by emailing scdljuniors@gmail.com
Find out more »TUCK WORKSHOPS AND AUDITIONS
SOUTH CANTERBURY DRAMA LEAGUE JUNIOR'S HIGH SCHOOL Tuck Everlasting The Musical Audition information Onstage 11-20th April 2024 at The Playhouse Directed by Alice Sollis Musical Direction by Ella Thomas Choreography by Jo Williams High School Students. WORKSHOPS at The Playhouse: - WEDNESDAY 15TH NOVEMBER: 7PM - 8:30PM - THURSDAY 16TH NOVEMBER: 7PM - 8:30PM AUDITIONS (bookings essential): - SUNDAY 19TH NOVEMBER: FROM 10AM Book your spot at the Workshops or by emailing scdljuniors@gmail.com
Find out more »January 2024
JANUARY Theatre School Holiday Programme
In a record 3 days we have filled our under 12 programme but are taking a waiting list so please contact the Manager manager@dramaleague.org.nz to go on the list. We still have plenty of spots for our 12+ class. The South Canterbury Drama League invites registrations for the Theatre Workshop School Holiday Programme on at the Playhouse from the 15th – 19th January 2024. Early Bird finished 1st December - Registrations close 15th December. Your tutors Alice Sollis, Ella Thomas…
Find out more »February 2024
Anne of Green Gables Auditions
Anne of Green Gables is coming to the Playhouse stage! Since Canadian author L.M.Montogomery created the character in 1908 Anne of Green Gables has been a family favourite. The book has sold over 50 million copies. Anne has delighted succeeding generations with her struggles as an orphan to be accepted in a new school and community while remaining true to herself: as she says, she prefers to be called “Anne spelled with an E”. Her imaginative nature and positive attitude…
Find out more »March 2024
Inspector Drake & the Perfekt Crime
Inspector Drake and the Perfekt Crime. By David Tristram Directed TJ Ramsay When a genius commits a murder, the plan is perfect. But is it foolproof? The legendary Inspector Drake faces his greatest ever challenge, as he attempts to unravel a plot with more twists in it than, well, a really twisty thing... Who is the mysterious Doctor Short, and why did he marry a warthog? Has he murdered his fourth wife - or did she murder him first? Has…
Find out more »April 2024
Clothing Sale
Bring a bag with you for our clothing sale which is on at the Playhouse this Saturday. We have cleared out a lot of stock from our costume hire and will be selling this off this Saturday between 10-1pm. This is a ONE DAY ONLY SALE!! Some items are prices as marked but alot of items are just a koha. Come and grab yourself a bargain and help us clear this stock. Cash and EFTPOS available.
Find out more »Tuck Everlasting
The South Canterbury Drama League Junior High School Section is proud to present TUCK EVERLASTING. What would you do if you could live forever? Get ready to be whisked away on a magical journey with 'Tuck Everlasting' the enchanting award-winning stage show that will capture your heart and imagination. Based on the novel by Natalie Babbitt, this captivating musical tells the tale of young Winnie Foster, who stumbles upon a mysterious family with an extraordinary secret: they're immortal! Join Winnie…
Find out more »May 2024
Costume Hire Opening Soon
Do you need a costume?? We are excited to announce that after months of clearing out, cleaning out and organising our costume hire, we are opening the doors on Wednesday 1st May 2024. Thank you so much for your patience. How we do things has changed. 1. Opening hours - Wednesday nights 6pm - 8.30pm. 2. Appointment bookings - book on line with one of our friendly volunteers. Booking link is https://scdlcostumehire.simplybook.net/v2 Walk in's may be possible but not guaranteed…
Find out more »June 2024
Anne of Green Gables
When aging brother and sister Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert send to the orphanage in Nova Scotia for a boy to help them on the farm, they get more than they bargain for. Due to a mix-up, they are instead left with 11-year-old Anne Shirley. Over the course of six years, this romantic, hot-headed, and energetic girl wins their hearts and turns the stodgy, rural Canadian community into a bright world of "kindred spirits." This swift yet theatrical adaptation of the…
Find out more »South Canterbury Drama League Performing Arts Competitions
Coming up at the end of June. 28-30 June SCDL performing Arts Competitions at the Playhouse, Timaru." This year, for the first time, including piano competitions. Entries close 27th May Link to entry form: https://form.jotform.com/240761842734863
Find out more »July 2024
Auditions BLACKADDER II
Blackadder II: a cunning plan to take the stage for Christmas. Auditions: Sunday 7th July 2024, 5.30pm at the Playhouse Show Dates: 21st November - 7th December DIRECTOR Annette Farr Assistant Director/Secretary Chris Cheesman - email for an audition pack 3cheesmanz@gmail.com Based on the legendary BBC TV sitcom, this hilarious show transports us back to Elizabethan England for a banquet and entertainment. The scheming Lord Edmund Blackadder exploits his withering wit and cowardly cunning to seek his fortune at court.…
Find out more »July Theatre Workshop School Holiday Programme
The South Canterbury Drama League invites registrations for the Theatre Workshop School Holiday Programme on at the Playhouse from the 8th - 12th July 2024. Early Bird finishes 27th May - Registrations close 21st June Your tutors Sarah Prentice and Hayley Goodman are looking forward to taking students through a five day programme of theatre. Open to children aged 7+ this programme, will provide an opportunity for learning in a workshop environment. A fantastic, fun programme for newcomers and experienced…
Find out more »Freaky Friday
An adaptation of the classic novel and beloved films, Freaky Friday follows teenager Ellie Blake and her mother, Katherine, on the weirdest, strangest, craziest, freakiest day of their whole lives. Try as they might, Katherine and Ellie just can’t seem to understand each other: Ellie wants her mom to stop trying to change her, while Katherine wants her daughter to be the best version of herself that she can be. On a fateful Friday, the day before Katherine’s wedding, something…
Find out more »September 2024
HONK JR.
Honk! JR Experience the heartwarming magic! Click on the BOOK NOW for session times and to book tickets. Dive into the charming world of Honk! JR., a delightful musical by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe, the creators of Mary Poppins. This captivating adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's The Ugly Duckling celebrates our uniqueness with sparkling wit, memorable characters, and beautiful music. Meet Ugly, a duckling different from his siblings. Despite his mother’s protective care, the other farm animals point out…
Find out more »October 2024
Quiz Fest – Three fun themed quiz nights!!
Little Theatre & Repertory have come together to present Quiz Fest, three nights of quizzes, each with its own theme. Thursday 31st October, Halloween. Friday 1st November, High Seas. Saturday 2nd November, Saturday night Fever. PRIZES Winning team, best team name, best dressed team, best wrong answer. Come along, have some fun. We will have the bar operating & raffles to buy which will be drawn each night. Email littlerepertory@gmail.com to book in a team, $10 per person, pay on…
Find out more »November 2024
BLACKADDER II GROUP BOOKINGS OPEN
Based on the legendary BBC sitcom, prepare to be transported back to the hilarious, historically-inspired world of Blackadder that has captivated audiences for decades. Blackadder II - The Golden Age is a special production that takes us to the raucous, scheming court of Elizabethan England, where the ever-conniving Lord Edmund Blackadder navigates the treacherous waters of royal favour through his unparalleled wit and cowardly cunning. On Blackadder's side are his hapless, idiotic sidekicks - the pompous, aristocratic buffoon Lord Percy…
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