Bradfordians Dramatic Society

Bradfordians Dramatic Society Community theatre in the Wiltshire town of Bradford on Avon

Don't miss out on the second and final night of auditions for our summer production of Twelfth Night! No forewarning nee...
26/02/2026

Don't miss out on the second and final night of auditions for our summer production of Twelfth Night!
No forewarning needed, just turn up and read!

Audition Notice for the Bradfordians Dramatic Society summer production:Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night!One of the perennial...
09/02/2026

Audition Notice for the Bradfordians Dramatic Society summer production:
Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night!

One of the perennial complaints about Shakespeare is that there aren’t enough parts
for women. How often have we heard that?
The Bradfordians’ summer production this year sets out to redress the
balance.

In Shakespeare’s day, all the female roles were played by men, meaning there were no women on stage at all. With this in mind, director Simon Blacksell has decided to take that idea one step further. In this Bradfordians production of Twelfth Night, all the female roles will be played by men – and all the male roles will be played by women.

So come on, ladies and gentlemen… let’s be having you!

Performance Information:

Director - Simon Blacksell

Performances - W/C 6th July

Venue - The Tithe Barn, Bradford-on-Avon

Rehearsals - Usually held on a Monday and Thursday evening weekly, at the Stumble Inn, Bradford-on-Avon

10/12/2025

For everyone coming to see "A Christmas Carol" on Thursday or Friday evening, here's some things to be aware of

1. We've sold out for both evenings so there will be no tickets sold on the door
2. There is very little lighting around the West Barn so please bring a torch to help you get in safely
3. After Tuesday night's dress rehearsal I can confirm that the heating works - but it might not be toasty warm, so if you feel the cold you might want to bring another layer
4. After Tuesday night's dress rehearsal I can confirm that the seats are padded - but the first "half" is much longer than the second and you might appreciate bringing a cushion!
5. Timings are -start at 8, interval approximately 9.15 - 9.30, finish at around 10pm

Come and be festive with us. We look forward to seeing you there!

LAST CALL AUDITIONS TOMORROW! After taking on feedback that a number of people couldn’t make our first audition we have ...
03/12/2025

LAST CALL AUDITIONS TOMORROW!

After taking on feedback that a number of people couldn’t make our first audition we have decided to hold another one on Thursday 4th December 7:00pm at the Priory Barn.

To make the evening run more smoothly please get in touch to let us know if you’re planning on attending and which part/parts you will be auditioning for.

The format is the same as before with no script work to prepare. But, if you’d like to audition for solo singing we’d love to hear either the first verse and chorus of “I’m a Believer” or the first verse and chorus of “A Million Dreams”, whichever you feel suits you best. We will have the following backing tracks playing on the night -

I’m a Believer - https://youtu.be/RhQlrJMZhf0?si=szVF7KJB54HK4gfN

A Million Dreams - https://youtu.be/3f2X_gIJ_u4?si=wn65aqIMn7tm2W5o

Our cast of characters (in order of appearance) includes:

Narrator (18 upwards M/F – 69 lines) An omniscient character who pushes destiny
along here and there where it needs a helping hand.

Jack (18-35, F – 219 lines) Traditional principal boy, so played by a girl. An ordinary
farm boy who lives with his aunt and whose best friend is a cow. Singing role.

Buttercup (any age, M/F – on stage when Jack is) Jack’s cow and best friend. Will be wearing some kind of cow mask/ headgear throughout. Running joke that she stares at people.

Egbertha McNasty (30 upwards, F – 237 lines) The landlady who owns the homes of all the people in the village and is trying to evict them. Singing role (possibly).

Tiny (30 upwards, M – 29 lines) Egbertha’s long-suffering henchman and bruiser.
Menacing, but not very bright.

Dim (18 upwards, M/F – 125 lines) One half of the comic duo of Princess’s minders, a bit of a snob and more than a bit thick.

Dum (18 upwards, M/F – on stage when Dim is) The other half of the comic duo but
does not speak at all. Must have good facial expressions and miming ability.

The Princess (18-35, F – 177 lines) Principal girl. Princess Anastasia rules the land,
quite a responsibility for so young a girl. Singing role.

The Giant (M – 130 lines) A nice giant, who has been terrorising the village on the
orders of Egbertha who has taken advantage of his good nature. May be voice only.

Dottie (18 upwards, M – 271 lines) Traditional Dame, so a man playing a woman. Dorothy J. Flangehabit (Dottie to her friends) is well meaning, not always my reflected in her actions.

The Guards (any age, M/F) Guards 1 (31 lines) and 2 (23 lines) Comical guards who
are easily fooled. Small but important, yet also fun parts.

Harp (any age, M/F – 46 lines) The talking Harp is a sardonic character, who has
sarcastic lines to deliver. A treasure of the Giant’s and becomes the Princess’s friend. Singing role.

Chorus of Villagers/ Market Traders/ etc. (9, 6, 5, 3, 1, 1 lines)

The performance dates will be 20th-22nd February, however those cast will be needed for the full week commencing 16th February for rehearsals and get ins.

WE’RE HOLDING ANOTHER AUDITION! After taking on feedback that a number of people couldn’t make our first audition we hav...
30/11/2025

WE’RE HOLDING ANOTHER AUDITION!

After taking on feedback that a number of people couldn’t make our first audition we have decided to hold another one on Thursday 4th December 7:00pm at the Priory Barn.

To make the evening run more smoothly please get in touch to let us know if you’re planning on attending and which part/parts you will be auditioning for.

The format is the same as before with no script work to prepare. But, if you’d like to audition for solo singing we’d love to hear either the first verse and chorus of “I’m a Believer” or the first verse and chorus of “A Million Dreams”, whichever you feel suits you best. We will have the following backing tracks playing on the night -

I’m a Believer - https://youtu.be/RhQlrJMZhf0?si=szVF7KJB54HK4gfN

A Million Dreams - https://youtu.be/3f2X_gIJ_u4?si=wn65aqIMn7tm2W5o

Our cast of characters (in order of appearance) includes:

Narrator (18 upwards M/F – 69 lines) An omniscient character who pushes destiny
along here and there where it needs a helping hand.

Jack (18-35, F – 219 lines) Traditional principal boy, so played by a girl. An ordinary
farm boy who lives with his aunt and whose best friend is a cow. Singing role.

Buttercup (any age, M/F – on stage when Jack is) Jack’s cow and best friend. Will be wearing some kind of cow mask/ headgear throughout. Running joke that she stares at people.

Egbertha McNasty (30 upwards, F – 237 lines) The landlady who owns the homes of all the people in the village and is trying to evict them. Singing role (possibly).

Tiny (30 upwards, M – 29 lines) Egbertha’s long-suffering henchman and bruiser.
Menacing, but not very bright.

Dim (18 upwards, M/F – 125 lines) One half of the comic duo of Princess’s minders, a bit of a snob and more than a bit thick.

Dum (18 upwards, M/F – on stage when Dim is) The other half of the comic duo but
does not speak at all. Must have good facial expressions and miming ability.

The Princess (18-35, F – 177 lines) Principal girl. Princess Anastasia rules the land,
quite a responsibility for so young a girl. Singing role.

The Giant (M – 130 lines) A nice giant, who has been terrorising the village on the
orders of Egbertha who has taken advantage of his good nature. May be voice only.

Dottie (18 upwards, M – 271 lines) Traditional Dame, so a man playing a woman. Dorothy J. Flangehabit (Dottie to her friends) is well meaning, not always my reflected in her actions.

The Guards (any age, M/F) Guards 1 (31 lines) and 2 (23 lines) Comical guards who
are easily fooled. Small but important, yet also fun parts.

Harp (any age, M/F – 46 lines) The talking Harp is a sardonic character, who has
sarcastic lines to deliver. A treasure of the Giant’s and becomes the Princess’s friend. Singing role.

Chorus of Villagers/ Market Traders/ etc. (9, 6, 5, 3, 1, 1 lines)

The performance dates will be 20th-22nd February, however those cast will be needed for the full week commencing 16th February for rehearsals and get ins.

7 tickets left for Thursday night and Friday is sold out. Bah, humbug!
30/11/2025

7 tickets left for Thursday night and Friday is sold out. Bah, humbug!

Firstly, a huge thanks to all of you who came along to our auditions for Jack and the Beanstalk on Wednesday, the talent...
28/11/2025

Firstly, a huge thanks to all of you who came along to our auditions for Jack and the Beanstalk on Wednesday, the talent was fantastic!
However, after taking on feedback that a number of people couldn’t make our first audition we have decided to hold another one on Thursday 4th December 7:00pm at the Priory Barn.

To make the evening run more smoothly please get in touch to let us know if you’re planning on attending and which part/parts you will be auditioning for.

The format is the same as before with no script work to prepare. But, if you’d like to audition for solo singing we’d love to hear either the first verse and chorus of “I’m a Believer” or the first verse and chorus of “A Million Dreams”, whichever you feel suits you best. We will have the following backing tracks playing on the night -

I’m a Believer - https://youtu.be/RhQlrJMZhf0?si=szVF7KJB54HK4gfN

A Million Dreams - https://youtu.be/3f2X_gIJ_u4?si=wn65aqIMn7tm2W5o

Our cast of characters (in order of appearance) includes:

Narrator (18 upwards M/F – 69 lines) An omniscient character who pushes destiny
along here and there where it needs a helping hand.

Jack (18-35, F – 219 lines) Traditional principal boy, so played by a girl. An ordinary
farm boy who lives with his aunt and whose best friend is a cow. Singing role.

Buttercup (any age, M/F – on stage when Jack is) Jack’s cow and best friend. Will be wearing some kind of cow mask/ headgear throughout. Running joke that she stares at people.

Egbertha McNasty (30 upwards, F – 237 lines) The landlady who owns the homes of all the people in the village and is trying to evict them. Singing role (possibly).

Tiny (30 upwards, M – 29 lines) Egbertha’s long-suffering henchman and bruiser.
Menacing, but not very bright.

Dim (18 upwards, M/F – 125 lines) One half of the comic duo of Princess’s minders, a bit of a snob and more than a bit thick.

Dum (18 upwards, M/F – on stage when Dim is) The other half of the comic duo but
does not speak at all. Must have good facial expressions and miming ability.

The Princess (18-35, F – 177 lines) Principal girl. Princess Anastasia rules the land,
quite a responsibility for so young a girl. Singing role.

The Giant (M – 130 lines) A nice giant, who has been terrorising the village on the
orders of Egbertha who has taken advantage of his good nature. May be voice only.

Dottie (18 upwards, M – 271 lines) Traditional Dame, so a man playing a woman. Dorothy J. Flangehabit (Dottie to her friends) is well meaning, not always my reflected in her actions.

The Guards (any age, M/F) Guards 1 (31 lines) and 2 (23 lines) Comical guards who
are easily fooled. Small but important, yet also fun parts.

Harp (any age, M/F – 46 lines) The talking Harp is a sardonic character, who has
sarcastic lines to deliver. A treasure of the Giant’s and becomes the Princess’s friend. Singing role.

Chorus of Villagers/ Market Traders/ etc. (9, 6, 5, 3, 1, 1 lines)

The performance dates will be 20th-22nd February, however those cast will be needed for the full week commencing 16th February for rehearsals and get ins.

AUDITIONS THIS WEEK! The Bradfordians are putting on another pantomine this coming February half term after the smashing...
24/11/2025

AUDITIONS THIS WEEK!

The Bradfordians are putting on another pantomine this coming February half term after the smashing success of "Cinderella" earlier this year!
We're again looking for actors of all ages to come and join in the fun, so don't miss the auditions being held on Wednesday the 26th of November down at the Wiltshire Music Centre!

Scripts will be available on the night, so no need to prepare lines! However, if you’d like to audition for solo singing we’d love to hear either the first verse and chorus of “I’m a Believer” or the first verse and chorus of “A Million Dreams”, whichever you feel suits you best. We will have the following backing tracks playing on the night -

I’m a Believer - https://youtu.be/RhQlrJMZhf0?si=szVF7KJB54HK4gfN

A Million Dreams - https://youtu.be/3f2X_gIJ_u4?si=wn65aqIMn7tm2W5o

Our cast of characters (in order of appearance) includes:

Narrator (18 upwards M/F – 69 lines) An omniscient character who pushes destiny
along here and there where it needs a helping hand.

Jack (18-35, F – 219 lines) Traditional principal boy, so played by a girl. An ordinary
farm boy who lives with his aunt and whose best friend is a cow. Singing role.

Buttercup (any age, M/F – on stage when Jack is) Jack’s cow and best friend. Will be wearing some kind of cow mask/ headgear throughout. Running joke that she stares at people.

Egbertha McNasty (30 upwards, F – 237 lines) The landlady who owns the homes of all the people in the village and is trying to evict them. Singing role (possibly).

Tiny (30 upwards, M – 29 lines) Egbertha’s long-suffering henchman and bruiser.
Menacing, but not very bright.

Dim (18 upwards, M/F – 125 lines) One half of the comic duo of Princess’s minders, a bit of a snob and more than a bit thick.

Dum (18 upwards, M/F – on stage when Dim is) The other half of the comic duo but
does not speak at all. Must have good facial expressions and miming ability.

The Princess (18-35, F – 177 lines) Principal girl. Princess Anastasia rules the land,
quite a responsibility for so young a girl. Singing role.

The Giant (M – 130 lines) A nice giant, who has been terrorising the village on the
orders of Egbertha who has taken advantage of his good nature. May be voice only.

Dottie (18 upwards, M – 271 lines) Traditional Dame, so a man playing a woman. Dorothy J. Flangehabit (Dottie to her friends) is well meaning, not always reflected in her actions.

The Guards (any age, M/F) Guards 1 (31 lines) and 2 (23 lines) Comical guards who
are easily fooled. Small but important, yet also fun parts.

Harp (any age, M/F – 46 lines) The talking Harp is a sardonic character, who has
sarcastic lines to deliver. A treasure of the Giant’s and becomes the Princess’s friend. Singing role.

Chorus of Villagers/ Market Traders/ etc. (9, 6, 5, 3, 1, 1 lines)

The performance dates will be 20th-22nd February, however those cast will be needed for the full week commencing 16th February for rehearsals and get ins.

AUDITIONS! The Bradfordians are putting on another pantomine this coming February half term after the smashing success o...
15/11/2025

AUDITIONS!
The Bradfordians are putting on another pantomine this coming February half term after the smashing success of "Cinderella" earlier this year!
We're again looking for actors of all ages to come and join in the fun, so don't miss the auditions being held on Wednesday the 26th of November down at the Wiltshire Music Centre!

Scripts will be available on the night, so no need to prepare lines! However, if you’d like to audition for solo singing we’d love to hear either the first verse and chorus of “I’m a Believer” or the first verse and chorus of “A Million Dreams”, whichever you feel suits you best. We will have the following backing tracks playing on the night -

I’m a Believer - https://youtu.be/RhQlrJMZhf0?si=szVF7KJB54HK4gfN

A Million Dreams - https://youtu.be/3f2X_gIJ_u4?si=wn65aqIMn7tm2W5o

Our cast of characters (in order of appearance) includes:

Narrator (18 upwards M/F – 69 lines) An omniscient character who pushes destiny
along here and there where it needs a helping hand.

Jack (18-35, F – 219 lines) Traditional principal boy, so played by a girl. An ordinary
farm boy who lives with his aunt and whose best friend is a cow. Singing role.

Buttercup (any age, M/F – on stage when Jack is) Jack’s cow and best friend. Will be wearing some kind of cow mask/ headgear throughout. Running joke that she stares at people.

Egbertha McNasty (30 upwards, F – 237 lines) The landlady who owns the homes of all the people in the village and is trying to evict them. Singing role (possibly).

Tiny (30 upwards, M – 29 lines) Egbertha’s long-suffering henchman and bruiser.
Menacing, but not very bright.

Dim (18 upwards, M/F – 125 lines) One half of the comic duo of Princess’s minders, a bit of a snob and more than a bit thick.

Dum (18 upwards, M/F – on stage when Dim is) The other half of the comic duo but
does not speak at all. Must have good facial expressions and miming ability.

The Princess (18-35, F – 177 lines) Principal girl. Princess Anastasia rules the land,
quite a responsibility for so young a girl. Singing role.

The Giant (M – 130 lines) A nice giant, who has been terrorising the village on the
orders of Egbertha who has taken advantage of his good nature. May be voice only.

Dottie (18 upwards, M – 271 lines) Traditional Dame, so a man playing a woman. Dorothy J. Flangehabit (Dottie to her friends) is well meaning, not always reflected in her actions.

The Guards (any age, M/F) Guards 1 (31 lines) and 2 (23 lines) Comical guards who
are easily fooled. Small but important, yet also fun parts.

Harp (any age, M/F – 46 lines) The talking Harp is a sardonic character, who has
sarcastic lines to deliver. A treasure of the Giant’s and becomes the Princess’s friend. Singing role.

Chorus of Villagers/ Market Traders/ etc. (9, 6, 5, 3, 1, 1 lines)

The performance dates will be 20th-22nd February, however those cast will be needed for the full week commencing 16th February for rehearsals and get ins.

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