Partington Theatre

05/06/2026

THIS SUNDAY

7th June, 10am

A read through of The Ghost Train by Arnold Ridley.

🚂The Ghost Train will be Partington Players opening to the 2026/27 season and they are looking for cast and crew members. If you are interested, in any way, you are welcome to come down and take part in the read through, or even just listen. The director will be sharing his thoughts on how the production will be presented and give more details about what he is looking for in casting.

🎭Following the read through open auditions will be held on 5th July at 2pm followed by call backs on 12th July.

💬Message us if you are definitely coming and we will look out for you. We look forward to seeing you there.

03/06/2026

🎶 Don’t miss this Friday’s event in our auditorium! 🎶

A Spoonful of Julie is coming to town, and it promises to be a practically perfect evening of song and nostalgia.

Join Nicola Mills and Maria King as they celebrate the timeless music of Mary Poppins and The Sound of Music. Sing along to your favourite medleys and let your heart come alive with the Sound of Music!

Whether you're ready to step in time or simply want to climb every mountain for a great night out, this is one event you won't want to miss.

🎟️ Get your tickets now before they fly away with the birds and the breeze — tickets are selling fast!

https://partingtontheatre.org.uk/event/a-spoonful-of-julie-sung-by-nicola-mills-with-maria-king-on-piano/

26/05/2026

Donations are coming in for our charity/community stall at Heritage Weekend but we are going to need lots more!

Do you have something you can donate? However large or small we will happily take the following:

🍾 Bottles
🕯 Candles
🧼 Soaps/smellies
🧸 Teddies and toys
📚 Books
🎁 Gifts

Anything in new/as new/nearly new condition.

Drop off at the theatre 10-4 tomorrow or Thursday as we need to get prepping on Friday.

23/05/2026

Beryl is making tracks… and rehearsals are now in full swing! 🚴‍♀️

Our cast are training hard both physically and mentally as we gear up for our end-of-season finale.
Join us from 22nd–27th June as we bring this inspiring story to the stage with energy, heart and determination.

Get your tickets booked — As the cogs and the wheels are well and truly turning!

https://partingtontheatre.org.uk/event/beryl/

20/05/2026

🎭Friends of Partington Theatre, we need your help!

Can you spare a few hours over Heritage Weekend? We are particularly looking for the following:

🎨Face Painters
👩‍💻Tech Support
🏪Community Stall Helpers
📸Photographer

All support helps so please do let us know if you can help. Even an hour will give someone else a lunch break!

We also need:
🍾Donations for our tombola
🧸Lucky dip items

Our Community Stall will be further away from the theatre this year so we need to make it extra special. Donations of bottles, cuddly toys, gift sets, candles, all are welcome. Donations can be dropped off at the theatre 10:30-4pm Tuesday to Friday next week or by arrangement.

19/05/2026

Looking for a costume for Heritage Weekend? We've got you covered!

Message us with your requirements and we will arrange a fitting time.

Hire fees apply.

19/05/2026

Looking for something to entertain the children during half term? Our Holiday Clubs are growing and we want all young people to have the opportunity to join in!

This time the theme is Imagination and Invention in preparation for the Glossop Heritage Weekend. We will be running two days.

Wednesday 27th May - for ages 4-11yrs. Drama games, activities, crafts and more.

Thursday 28th May - for ages 11 upwards. A 'Play-in-a Day'. Take part in a creative workshop to create a play from scratch. As a bonus, any children involved with this workshop will have the opportunity to perform at the Heritage Weekend. For more info please email [email protected].

What will the children imagine?

Wednesday 27th Holiday Club Form: https://forms.gle/vY6VAict7AR9G7CQA
Thursday 28th Play-in-a Day Form: https://forms.gle/5CA5Hry4nNsApVoL9

18/05/2026

Congratulations to all who tool part in last weeks One Act Play Festival, it was a fabulous run and a good time was had by all! From first timers to stage veterans we have seen a whole cross section of performers and plays as they compete for the various trophies and awards available.

The 2026 Trophy winners are:

The Melvin Warhurst Trophy for Best Youth Play:
Partington Youth Theatre for The Art of Inventing

The Jack Heatherington Memorial Trophy for Best Youth Actor:
Cameron L for Charlie in The Art of Inventing (Partington Youth Theatre)

The Partington Theatre Trophy for Best Youth Actress:
Poppy B for Soleil in The Audition (Manchester Theatre Academy)

The Bob Brown Memorial Trophy for Best Adult Play:
Partington Players for Lentil

The Pauline Gartside Memorial Trophy for Best Actor:
Victor Lockhart for DJ in Lentil (Partington Players)

The President's Trophy for Best Actress:
Jeanette Roberts for Mandy in Me, Mandy and Marc Bolan
(Consenting Adults)

Well done to all.

(Photograph: The writer and performers of Lentil - Partington Players)

15/05/2026

Tonight sees the culmination of this year's One Act Festival. We have seen some fantastic work so far and tonight promises to be no exception.

Starting at 7pm we have competition two plays, Me, Mandy and Marc Bolan from Consenting Adults and Lentil from Partington Players. both come with high expectations! While the adjudicator gathers his thoughts, makes the all important decisions and writes up the certificates we have entertainment from the fabulous , they never disappoint!

So come on down, tickets are available online or on the door, and see who will be getting up for a trophy!

14/05/2026

Opening Night for the One Act Play Festival had us off to a fantastic start. With a wide range of experience competing it showed that acting is there for everyone to enjoy.

Tonight we have Three newly written pieces all having their debut performance:

The Art of Inventing, performed by Partington Youth Theatre
Face Your Fears performed by Ensemble Arts Youth
The Work Force performed by Ensemble Arts

Come along and see them for yourselves, tonight at 7pm. Bar opens at 6:30.

Tickets available online or on the door.

6 – 8wk commitment per Show: 6 – 8wk commitment per Show: Directing Acting Prompting Costumes Set Design Prop Building