Barking Music and Drama

Barking Music and Drama Barking MAD is the Premiere Adult Musical Theatre Company. Performing 2 shows per year

✨ A new adventure begins… ✨The curtain may have just closed on Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, but we’re already looking ahead ...
01/07/2026

✨ A new adventure begins… ✨

The curtain may have just closed on Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, but we’re already looking ahead to something truly magical… 🎄✨ We’re so excited to officially launch 🎭 Nativity! The Musical at The Ripple Centre, running 10th–12th December!

Our audition workshops begin tonight and continue next Wednesday, giving everyone the chance to learn more about the show, meet the team and have some fun before auditions. 🌟 Thinking of joining Barking Mad? We’d love to welcome some new faces! Whether you’ve been on stage for years or this would be your very first show, we’d love for you to come along and get involved.

🎤 Auditions: Tuesday 14th July (before our summer break)
☀️ Then we’ll enjoy a well-earned break before rehearsals officially begin in September.

We honestly can’t wait to bring this heartwarming, hilarious and festive musical to life, and we hope you’ll join us for the journey. ❤️

🎭 Nativity! The Musical
📍 The Ripple Centre, Barking
📅 10th–12th December 2026

Who’s ready to spread a little Christmas magic? 🎄✨

💙 The post-show blues have officially arrived… 💙Sure, we’ll miss the costumes, the music and the performances, but what ...
22/06/2026

💙 The post-show blues have officially arrived… 💙

Sure, we’ll miss the costumes, the music and the performances, but what we’ll miss most is this lot. From the laughter in the dressing rooms and the backstage chaos, to the pre-show pep talks, inside jokes and friendships that grow with every rehearsal, these are the moments that make being part of BMAD so special.

These photos are a little glimpse behind the curtain at the people who made Dirty Rotten Scoundrels such an unforgettable experience. The cast, crew and theatre family who shared the journey with us, supported one another and made every rehearsal and performance something to look forward to. A show may only last a few days, but the memories, friendships and laughs made along the way will stay with us for much longer. ❤️

Until the next show…
🎭✨

🎭 Well… we gave them what they want! 🎭And with that, the curtain falls on Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. What a fantastic jour...
21/06/2026

🎭 Well… we gave them what they want! 🎭

And with that, the curtain falls on Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. What a fantastic journey this production has been from the very first rehearsal to our final bow. We are incredibly proud of everything that has been achieved both on and off stage. A huge thank you goes to every single person involved. Our cast, ensemble, backstage crew, production team, front of house volunteers and everyone working behind the scenes have all played a vital role in making this show such a success.

Special thanks must go to our Director and Musical Director Ed Sage, along with our wonderful choreographers Stacey Paterson and Denise Sasse. Your creativity, dedication and countless hours of hard work helped create something truly special. Congratulations to everyone who stepped into principal roles, our new members performing in their very first BMAD production, and our outstanding ensemble who brought so much energy, talent and commitment to every performance. You have all been amazing. Finally, thank you to our audiences. Your support means the world to us, and we hope you enjoyed every moment of the show.

As one chapter closes, another begins, and we are already looking ahead to our next adventure…

🎄 Nativity! The Musical 🎄

We can’t wait to see you at our launch night with more details to follow as we begin the journey towards another fantastic production.

Thank you for supporting Barking MAD, and we’ll see you again soon! 💙✨

🎭 FINAL PERFORMANCE 🎭 Well… this is it.Tonight we take to the stage for the final time as Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. What ...
20/06/2026

🎭 FINAL PERFORMANCE 🎭 Well… this is it.

Tonight we take to the stage for the final time as Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. What an incredible journey it has been. From the very first rehearsal to opening night and everything in between, we’ve laughed, danced, worked hard, and created memories that will stay with us for years to come. A huge thank you to our cast, crew, creative team, volunteers, and every single person who has supported us throughout this production. Most importantly, thank you to our wonderful audiences for joining us on the French Riviera. If you’ve been thinking about coming, this is your last chance! Don’t miss the final opportunity to catch this fantastic show.

🎭 FINAL PERFORMANCE
🕠 Today at 5:30pm
📍 The Ripple Centre, Barking

Let’s make it one to remember. 💙✨

✨ PENULTIMATE PERFORMANCE ✨After months of rehearsals, countless laughs, hard work, and memories we’ll never forget, thi...
20/06/2026

✨ PENULTIMATE PERFORMANCE ✨
After months of rehearsals, countless laughs, hard work, and memories we’ll never forget, this afternoon marks our penultimate performance of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels! We have been blown away by the incredible support and reactions from our audiences so far, and we can’t wait to do it all again tonight. If you haven’t joined us on the French Riviera yet, there’s still time! Come and enjoy an evening of comedy, chaos, and plenty of surprises.

🎭 Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
📍 The Ripple Centre, Barking
🎟 Tickets still available

See you tonight! 💙

🎭✨ What an Opening Night! ✨🎭A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our opening performance of Dirty Rotten Scoun...
19/06/2026

🎭✨ What an Opening Night! ✨🎭

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our opening performance of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels last night! The audience reaction was incredible, with plenty of laughter, applause and fantastic feedback. Our cast, crew, orchestra and creative team have worked so hard to bring this show to life, and seeing such a wonderful response made it all worthwhile.❤️ Yes, it’s hot outside… ☀️🥵 but trust us, you’d be mad to miss this hilarious musical comedy packed with big musical numbers, unforgettable characters and plenty of twists along the way!There are still tickets available for our remaining performances, so don’t miss your chance to join us on the French Riviera.

🎟 Book now before it’s too late!
📍 The Ripple Centre, Barking
📅 19th & 20th June

We can’t wait to welcome more audiences this weekend! 🍾✨

✨ OPENING NIGHT ✨After months of rehearsals, countless hours of hard work, dedication, laughter, and a few surprises alo...
18/06/2026

✨ OPENING NIGHT ✨
After months of rehearsals, countless hours of hard work, dedication, laughter, and a few surprises along the way, tonight is finally the night… 🎭
We are so proud of every single member of our cast, crew, orchestra, creative team and volunteers who have helped bring this fantastic show to life. Join us at the Ripple Centre as we take you to the glamorous French Riviera for an evening of comedy, deception, romance and unforgettable musical theatre!

🍾 Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
📍 The Ripple Centre, Barking
📅 18th–20th June 2026

Break a leg to our incredible company and thank you to everyone who has supported us on this journey. We can’t wait to welcome our first audience tonight!

✨ Behind every great musical is an incredible ensemble. ✨While the principals may tell the story, it’s our ensemble who ...
17/06/2026

✨ Behind every great musical is an incredible ensemble. ✨

While the principals may tell the story, it’s our ensemble who bring the world of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels to life. Their commitment, enthusiasm and hard work have been at the heart of this production from day one, and we’re so proud of everything they’ve achieved. Show week is finally here, and it’s nearly time for them to take the stage! 🎭❤️

Please give some love to our amazing ensemble cast. 👏

🎭 Reintroducing Our Principal Cast! 🎭As we head into show week, we’d like to celebrate the incredible cast leading Dirty...
17/06/2026

🎭 Reintroducing Our Principal Cast! 🎭

As we head into show week, we’d like to celebrate the incredible cast leading Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. Their dedication, talent and countless rehearsal hours have helped bring this hilarious story to life, and we couldn’t be prouder of what they’ve achieved. Now all that’s left is to perform for you! ✨

Who are you most excited to see on stage? 👀

📅 18th–20th June | 📍 The Ripple Centre, Barking

🎭 With opening night just days away, we’d like to say a huge thank you to our amazing creative team. Ed Sage, Stacey Pat...
16/06/2026

🎭 With opening night just days away, we’d like to say a huge thank you to our amazing creative team. Ed Sage, Stacey Paterson and Denise Sasse have worked tirelessly behind the scenes to bring Dirty Rotten Scoundrels to the stage, and we couldn’t be more grateful for their passion, talent and dedication. ❤️

Now it’s almost time to share it all with you!

📅 18th–20th June
📍 The Ripple Centre, Barking

We can’t wait to see you there! ✨🎭

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