From the Director, David Stacey: We had a great turn-out for the auditions. Thanks to all those who attended. We are very excited to welcome three brand-new members to the Theatre! Andre – Clive ChaferAnne – Jess HadleighWoman – Nadia StrilciwPierre – Nick PriestMan – Antal NagyLaura – Francesca Galla-Taylor Tickets for The Father are now on sale – performances run Thursday 28 April – Saturday 7 May 2022.

Another gem originally planned for our 2019/20 season, Alexi Kaye Campbell’s ‘sharp, funny, raw’ Apologia opens in January 2022 at WT, and we caught up with director Adrian Tang to get a taste of the show and find out what audiences can expect. Thanks for chatting Adrian, and congratulations! Is Apologia your WT directorial debut? Yes and it’s been a long time coming!  Apologia was one of the plays that was postponed from two years ago and sometimes I pinch myself to make sure we’re actually going ahead with it this time.  I won’t tempt fate anymore now that I’ve sa

Thank you to everybody who auditioned for Hobson’s Choice. We are pleased to announce our cast: Henry Hobson – Julian HirstJim Heeler – David RileyTubby Wadlow – Neil HodgsonMrs Hepworth – Lydia MasseyDr MacPherson – Mike PatersonAda Figgins – Jo ColeMaggie Hobson – Charlotte DruryAlice Hobson – Gemma BurgessVickey Hobson – Chloe CollinsWill Mossop – Chris WestgateAlbert Prosser – Dave WoodFreddy Beenstock – Nathan Galpin Tickets are now on sale, with performances from Wednesday 16 March – Saturday 26 March 2022.

The world-famous comedy The Government Inspector opens in December, and we caught up with director Thomas Joy to find out more about the show, how rehearsals have been going, and why the show is just as relevant in 2021 than it ever has been! Tell us a little about The Government Inspector – what can audiences expect to see? I think it’s best to start by saying that above all, The Government Inspector is fun. It’s an absolute riot, filled with preposterous characters, silliness, and innuendo, it really is a comedy that caters for all. Set in a small provincial town ‘in

WT is committed to being a diverse and open organisation. Auditions are open to anyone, regardless of background or experience, and we particularly welcome those who have been traditionally under-represented in theatre. Please note that these auditions have now closed. Synopsis: While Andre may be apt to forget things, they are only ever small things. He is an aging man facing persecution from all sides. First, a ‘helper’ steals his favourite watch. Then his daughter Anne, a scheming woman who worries too much, tries to take his apartment away. His other daughter Elise, the one he actually lov

WT is committed to being a diverse and open organisation. Auditions are open to anyone, regardless of background or experience, and we particularly welcome those who have been traditionally under-represented in theatre. Please note that these auditions have now closed. The readthrough and auditions for Harold Brighouse’s Hobson’s Choice are just one week away, so here is a reminder of the dates and roles on offer. Synopsis: Set in Henry Hobson’s Boot shop in 1880’s Lancashire, the play tells the comic tale of an overbearing, alcohol- fuelled father and his efforts to keep

Wokingham Theatre is no stranger to period productions and the requirement for many beautiful costumes.  In March 2020, Anne Boleyn was due for curtain up at the dress rehearsal when COVID pulled the plug.  Costumes were made, altered, hired and allotted to the actors.  Dressing rooms were laid out with all the accoutrements and we were set to go.  Fast forward 19 months and here we are again, but many of the costumes look a little different. Rosemary Matthews was the costume lead on this show and, together with her team, had packed the costumes into storage. Those hired pi

The classic Mike Leigh comedy Abigail’s Party opens later this month, and in advance of the drinks party from hell, we caught up with director Liz George to get her take on the play, her approach, and the songs she’d add to the perfect 70s party playlist! Abigail’s Party is such a classic – when did you first see it, and what made you so interested in directing it? I first discovered Mike Leigh when my sister took me to see his film Life is Sweet at the Hexagon in Reading, over thirty years ago. I remember feeling at the time this was completely different to anything I

From the Director, Liz George: Thank you to everyone who came forward to audition, the standard was really high! I’m delighted to introduce our full cast for Abigail’s Party below: Beverly – Danielle MattyLaurence – Matthew LuggAngela – Rosie LennoxTony – Nicholas PriestSusan – Sarah Jane Nye Rehearsals are now underway and we’re looking forward to performing this September! Tickets for Mike Leigh’s Abigail’s Party are now on general sale. Tickets are available here.

WT is committed to being a diverse and open organisation. Auditions are open to anyone, regardless of background or experience, and we particularly welcome those who have been traditionally under-represented in theatre. Please note that these auditions have now closed. A long time ago (!), when I was still part of Wokingham Youth Theatre, I was lucky enough to play the Mayor in a production of The Government Inspector at WT, and I’ve loved the play ever since. That’s why I’m incredibly excited to be directing our new production, 10+ years on, in December 2021! Synopsis: Argua