One of the great facets of the biennial Penshurst Panto is the ability to involve as many people from the village as possible. Of course, the actors (as usual) get all the glory – and deserve praise of course (anyone … Continue reading
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When pondering what to write about this month I have reflected on several Shakespearian matters that have come my way over the past few years. Just recently I was invited by Linda Weekes to attend a one man play she … Continue reading
So here we are again, two years have flown by and we’re now thinking about Panto 2017. Robert Rees has been gainfully filling in a great many hours, here and in France concocting the tale of Dick Whittington, together with … Continue reading
So here we are then. You are lucky enough to have landed a role in a serious thrilling play. You read the script, highlighting what you have to say and discover you have 293 lines to learn which includes 4 … Continue reading
Amateur Dramatics – a Marmite title if ever was. You either embrace the concept whole-heartedly or cringe at the thought. An Amateur Society’s reputation stands or falls on its choice of productions. Great classic plays performed by enthusiastic amateurs are … Continue reading
Penshurst puts on a Pantomime every two years in February Half Term (after most of the others have finished – guarantees a full house). For the last few years it has been my pleasure to write these – words and … Continue reading
Welcome! If you have found this blog my I first say welcome to the PADS website! Whilst we have been producing plays ever since the world wide web was launched and in fact going back to 1947, we have only … Continue reading