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Amateur Dramatics Society based in Boston, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom The group also takes part in Skegness Playgoers’ Play Festival if possible each year.

Boston Playgoers is an Amateur Dramatics Society based in the market town of Boston, Lincolnshire. Founded in 1928 the group has a long tradition of producing plays to the highest possible standard. The society puts on three productions a year and these range from TV comedies such as Fawlty Towers and ‘Allo ‘Allo, to more serious classics such as An Inspector Calls and Wuthering Heights, including

everything in between such as farces like Don’t Dress for Dinner and lighter comedies such as Inspector Drake and the Time Machine. Boston Playgoers is affiliated to NODA and has enjoyed recent success on a regional level, winning Best Regional Play two years running with An Inspector Calls and Wuthering Heights. This is an opportunity for members to perform on a different stage and the society and its members have won numerous awards over the years. Playgoers is always looking for new members, whether you want to tread the boards, build set, direct or just help out backstage you will be given a warm welcome. If you are interested in joining Boston Playgoers you can contact us by emailing [email protected].

14/06/2026

The Playgoers team were out in force today at the NODA East Midlands awards today in Retford. It was a wonderful afternoon celebrating local theatre and everyone involved.

We are very proud to announce that we brought home two awards! 🏆🏆

Our very own Jo Warrick brought home the region 5 best director award for her hard work on ‘Agatha Christie’s Black Coffee’ last year. And Rachel Grace snapped up the region 5 award for outstanding performance in a play for her turn as Miss Prism in our 2025 production of ‘The Importance Of Being Earnest’.

Many congratulations to our two magnificent winners, we couldn’t be more proud! And of course to all of our friends at our neighboring societies for their nominations and award wins!

As always, proud to be a Playgoer! ❤️

07/06/2026

🎭✨ One week on, and we're still smiling! ✨🎭

As we reflect on the conclusion of the second One Act Drama Festival, we'd like to say a huge thank you to everyone who helped make it such a wonderful celebration of local theatre.

Over the course of the weekend, audiences were treated to an outstanding range of performances from:
👏 Bourne Footlights
👏 Horncastle Theatre Company
👏 Blackfriars Theatre Academy
👏 Sutton Bridge Players
👏 St. Peter's Hill Players

Every company brought something special to the stage, and the quality, creativity, and passion on display throughout the festival were truly exceptional. Community theatre is thriving, and we're incredibly proud to have shared the stage with such talented groups.

Our final evening was a fitting celebration, with the Awards Ceremony recognising the hard work and achievements of everyone involved. We were also delighted to hold a special Youth Cold Read Competition, after seeing just how enthusiastic our younger performers were to get involved. Their confidence, energy, and love for theatre were a real highlight of the weekend and a wonderful reminder of the future of our local performing arts community.

A heartfelt thank you goes to our audiences, volunteers, front-of-house team, technical crew, and everyone behind the scenes who helped make the festival such a success. Your support means the world to us.

Here's to another fantastic One Act Drama Festival—and to doing it all again in the future! 🎭🏆✨

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30/05/2026

What a fantastic opening night! The festival got off to a flying start with outstanding performances from Bourne Footlights and Horncastle Theatre Company, setting an incredibly high standard and leaving audiences thoroughly entertained.

But we're only halfway through...

Tonight, the spotlight turns to Blackfriars Theatre Academy, Sutton Bridge Players, and St. Peter's Hill Players, who are ready to bring their own unique stories, talent, and creativity to the stage. If last night is anything to go by, you're in for an unforgettable evening of live theatre.

🎟 Tickets are still available – don't miss your chance to support local talent and experience three more fantastic one-act productions.

https://www.ticketsource.com/blackfriars/one-act-drama-festival-2026/e-grygmd

🏆 And don't forget, the festival concludes on Sunday evening with our Awards Ceremony and the always entertaining Cold Read Competition, where anything can happen!

📍 Blackfriars Theatre, Boston
🕖 7:00 PM

Join us for another evening celebrating the very best of local theatre. See you there!

🎭✨

28/05/2026

The One Act Drama Festival returns tomorrow for its second year, continuing to shine a spotlight on the incredible talent right here in our county. As the first festival of its kind in Lincolnshire, it celebrates everything that makes local theatre special — original writing, passionate performers, and unforgettable live storytelling.

Join us for a weekend of drama, creativity, laughter, emotion, and community spirit as local theatre companies, actors, and writers take to the stage at Blackfriars Theatre.

📍 Blackfriars Theatre
📅 Friday 29th – Sunday 31st May
🕖 7PM
🎟 Friday & Saturday: £12
🏆 Sunday Awards Evening: £5

https://www.ticketsource.com/blackfriars/one-act-drama-festival-2026/e-grygmd

By buying a ticket, you’re not just enjoying a great night out — you’re supporting local arts, local voices, and the future of theatre in Lincolnshire.

Come and experience the passion, creativity, and talent our county has to offer. Let’s make year two even bigger than the first! ✨🎬

26/05/2026

🎭✨ ONE ACT DRAMA FESTIVAL ✨🎭

Get ready for a weekend packed with powerful performances, local talent, creativity, and unforgettable storytelling! 🌟

Join us at the Blackfriars Theatre for the One Act Drama Festival — featuring amazing productions from talented local theatre groups across the region. Whether you’re a lifelong theatre lover or just looking for a fantastic night out, this is an event you won’t want to miss! 🎬👏

📍 Blackfriars Theatre
📅 Friday 29th – Sunday 31st May
🕖 7PM

🎟 Tickets:
• Friday & Saturday evenings — £12
• Sunday Awards Evening — £5

https://www.ticketsource.com/blackfriars/one-act-drama-festival-2026/e-grygmd

Come along, support local performers, and celebrate the magic of live theatre with us! 🎭🏆

Tag your theatre-loving friends and make a weekend of it! 👇

24/05/2026

🎭 Less than one week to go! 🎭

The Boston Playgoers One Act Drama Festival returns for 2026 after last year’s hugely successful debut — and this year promises to be even bigger, bolder, and more unforgettable!

Join us from Friday 29th May – Sunday 31st May for an incredible weekend of live theatre, creativity, laughter, drama, and outstanding performances from talented theatre companies across the region.

From gripping drama and powerful storytelling to inventive staging and unforgettable characters, one act theatre delivers entertainment at its very best — all packed into a festival atmosphere celebrating the magic of live performance.

Whether you’re a lifelong theatre lover or simply looking for a fantastic night out, there’s something for everyone at this exciting celebration of the performing arts.

📍 Blackfriars Theatre & Arts Centre
📅 Friday 29th May – Sunday 31st May 2026

https://www.blackfriarsartscentre.co.uk/One_Act_Drama_Festival_-_2026

Come and support local theatre, discover amazing talent, and experience the energy and excitement of this growing annual festival!

🎟️ Don’t miss it — we can’t wait to welcome you!

17/05/2026

🎭 Boston Playgoers are thrilled to announce the return of the One Act Drama Festival, proudly hosted in collaboration with Blackfriars Theatre! 🎭

Now in its second year, this exciting festival continues to build on its success, and we are incredibly proud to have launched such a major dramatic event for the county — celebrating bold storytelling, outstanding local talent, and the magic of live theatre.

Join us from 29th to 31st May at 7pm each evening for an unforgettable showcase of powerful one act dramas, bringing together performers, directors, and theatre lovers for a unique celebration of creativity right here in Lincolnshire.

Following the incredible success of last year’s debut, this year promises even more passion, drama, and theatrical excellence.

Don’t miss your chance to support local theatre and experience a festival that is making its mark on the county’s cultural calendar.

Tickets available on the link below:
https://www.blackfriarsartscentre.co.uk/m/mobile_viewshow.php?show=825

📍 Hosted by Boston Playgoers & Blackfriars Theatre
🕖 29th–31st May | 7pm nightly
🎟️ Be part of something special — where great drama takes centre stage!

16/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who turned up to our script reading social- was so lovely to see new faces and old regulars for an evening full of laughter and Noel Coward!

We’ll be planning the next script reading social soon, so keep your eyes peeled!

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