Fordingbridge Players

Fordingbridge Players The aim of The Fordingbridge Players is to promote good, high quality, LIVE entertainment, locally,

Formed in 1970, the Society has endeavoured to bring live theatre of the highest standard to the people of Fordingbridge and it's surrounding villages. The Society has its own constitution and is run by a Committee of members with an annual AGM and published accounts. In 2002 we moved into The Drama Studio at the Burgate School & Sixth Form Centre and we now have a fantastic modern facility to cal

l home. In 2010, we changed our name from "The Victoria Players" to "The Fordingbridge Players" to more accurately reflect our connection with the town. Non-profit-making, the Fordingbridge Players uses income from shows to cover regular overheads (such as rent, insurance, etc) and for the purposes of upgrading existing facilities and equipment and subsidising the Youth Theatre and any other less commercial shows worthy of support.

25/11/2025

And you have the chance to get involved!

Fordingbridge Players are very excited about this production. Do get in touch if you'd like to be involved. Share with o...
19/11/2025

Fordingbridge Players are very excited about this production. Do get in touch if you'd like to be involved. Share with other people who might like to be involved.

Calling All Performing Artists (and more)!Are you ready to bring history to life with laughter, heart, and unforgettable...
03/09/2025

Calling All Performing Artists (and more)!

Are you ready to bring history to life with laughter, heart, and unforgettable storytelling?

Fordingbridge Players are thrilled to announce our most ambitious production yet: 'Norman the Conqueror' -
coming October 2026.

What’s it all about?

Step into the shoes of 91‑year‑old Norman in 2020, as he looks back on his life in wartime Southampton during 1940—through moments both dramatic, tender, humorous and moving. This richly layered play is rooted in real events, and has a special connection to Fordingbridge through Norman’s marriage to a local girl, giving it truly personal resonance.

Why this is special:

* It’s our most expensive production to date, with a large cast and complex set

* Time‑change scenes shifting effortlessly between 1940 and 2020

* Live music and song woven through the narrative to heighten emotion and engagement

Want a sneak peek?

If you are interested, or you know of others that are interested, please join us for a play reading on Wednesday, 1 October at Avonway starting 7pm. It’s a relaxed way to learn more, ask questions, and read the script.

Ready to take centre stage (or support from backstage)? We are looking for actors, singers and musicians. That means someone like you or someone else you think would be great

Email us at [email protected] to RSVP for the play reading. Come and be part of something extraordinary—let’s make history feel alive together!

And just like that we’re done!Stay tuned for upcoming events…
03/11/2024

And just like that we’re done!

Stay tuned for upcoming events…

03/11/2024

That’s a wrap! Well, not quite, we still have to strike the set tomorrow, but then it’ll be a wrap!
Thank you so much to everyone who came to watch the show, and huge thanks to all involved, on stage & back stage & here’s to the next one! 🥂

01/11/2024

3rd night done!
What a performance!
Another fantastically appreciative audience, what would we do without you?
One more show to go, can Saturdays audience laugh even harder than the last three? 😂

31/10/2024

2nd night done!
What another brilliant audience, thank you for all your fabulous comments!
We couldn’t do it without you guys!
2 more to go… 🎭

30/10/2024

What a fabulous first night!
Thank you for coming all our wonderful audience!
Your laughter makes all of us feel valued and appreciated 😉

Backstage at set build this weekend!Tech rehearsal tonight, dress rehearsal tomorrow night, and then opening night on We...
28/10/2024

Backstage at set build this weekend!

Tech rehearsal tonight, dress rehearsal tomorrow night, and then opening night on Wednesday!

If you’re lucky enough to have got tickets, you’re in for a bundle of fun.

Doors open at 7pm Wednesday evening, so see you then.

Tickets will not be available on the door, as each night is pretty much sold out, however, you can join the waiting list...
10/10/2024

Tickets will not be available on the door, as each night is pretty much sold out, however, you can join the waiting list if you were unable to get your tickets already…

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