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Following a serious fire on December 20th, Medstead Village Hall where the Players regularly met and put on productions since 1977 suffered extensive damage - full story and pictures. As the Hall is now closed for refurbishment, Medstead Players' events over the next few months have been relocated elsewhere. |
As well as our regular club meetings, we have several special events, for full details see 'Dates for your Diary'.
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Our December pantomime Cinderella by Val Prior was another triumph for the Players - see reviews and pictures.
The Players' recent show in aid of 'Children in Need' was very well received and raised £1,100 towards this worthy cause - video clip, review and pictures.
For details, reviews and pictures of all our previous shows, see: Past Productions.
If you would like to join the free Medstead Players e-mailing list, to receive advance notice of future productions, please e-mail: . Note your e-mail address will not be used for any other purpose.
The Players are always delighted to welcome new members, whether on or off stage, just get in touch.
Dates for your Diary
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Tuesday February 2nd at 8pm - Players' Monthly Meeting at Four Marks Village Hall. Enquiries to Tel: (01420) 563 260.
Friday March 19th, Hog the Limelight presents the 'Buffalo Gals' 7.15 for 8pm in Four Marks Village Hall, Lymington Bottom, Four Marks, GU34 5AA. This leading old-time country string band take to the stage for some great live music and thrilling percussive step dancing. Licensed bar, Tickets £7.50 from (01420) 562 378 - or 'The Handy Stores', High Street, Medstead.
April 30th & May 1st - the Medstead Players' spring production of the comedy 'Pure Nectar' by Paul Surridge to be performed in Four Marks Village Hall, Lymington Bottom, Four Marks, GU34 5AA.
Contacts:
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: Allan Coombs - Tel: (01420) 563 906
Vice Chair: Pam Kercher
: Sue Millett - Tel: (01730) 266 470
Treasurer: Debbie Harrison
: Jenny Overy - Tel: (01420) 563 260
Publicity Officer: Pam Kercher
Social Secretary: Val Coombs
Medstead Village Hall Representative: Mike Overy
: Mike Overy - Tel: (01420) 562 378
Medstead Players History:
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The Players date back to 1977 when a few people got together to put on a variety show on the then new Medstead Village Hall stage. Since then the group, who became the Medstead Players, has met to make friends, have fun and entertain. The productions vary enormously and are well received.
There are many jobs and activities undertaken by the group besides acting. We always need people to design and build sets, paint and decorate, make and find the costumes, operate the sound and lights, hunt out props, direct and prompt. There are other activities such as script writing, musical and choreography participation and stage management. A whole host of people are needed to ensure a successful production.
Over the years, we have raised thousands of pounds for various local and national charities. Members have also taken part in neighbouring societies' productions, as well as taking parts as extras for film and TV.
We meet on the first Tuesday of the month, currently in Four Marks Village Hall. The Players are a friendly group, always keen for new members, so if you feel you would like to get involved, then please contact the Membership Secretary, who would be delighted to tell you all about the Medstead Players and what we do. Click the links for the membership form and club's constitution.
Local Theatrical Production Listings:
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Alton Events
Alton, Alresford and villages - Events (Community Times Alton)
Ents24.com
Hantsweb
East Hampshire events
Local Drama Groups (HantsDram Network)
'Hog the Limelight' entertainment events
Amateur Dramatics web-sites:
- amdram.co.uk
amateurdramatic.co.uk