Shrewsbury Musical Theatre Company

Shrewsbury Musical Theatre Company Shrewsbury’s Award Winning
Musical Theatre Company
Entertaining Shropshire Audiences Since 1923. Rehearsals are usually on Wednesdays.

Brief Synopsis - written by Joan Pinnington, Show Director for 30 years
Shrewsbury Musical Theatre Company Originally known as Shrewsbury Amateur Operatic Society, SMTC was formed in 1923 and has since performed one or two shows every year to the people of Shropshire and beyond. Early shows took place in the small County Theatre but in 1936 the Society moved to the Granada Cinema, a 1500-seat venu

e and regularly filled it to capacity. All types of shows were produced including G & S, light opera, Rogers and Hammerstein and also to great acclaim My Fair Lady and Camelot. Unfortunately in 1972 the Granada Cinema closed and the Society moved to the Music Hall which had no raked seating and a very small stage. However the Society was determined to succeed and some ambitious shows were presented there including Fiddler on the Roof, Carousel and Die Fledermaus. Luckily in 1985 the Music Hall underwent a major renovation and now has raked seating and a totally refurbished stage area and modern technical equipment. Since then the Society has gone from strength to strength presenting first class shows including Singing in the Rain, Anything Goes, Me and My Girl, 42nd Street and a modern Pirates. The Music Hall closed in 2009, which meant finding a new venue. SAOS opened at the new Theatre Severn in Shrewsbury with Oliver in 2011, playing to full houses. Since then, SAOS has performed many Award winning shows at Theatre Severn such as Oliver, Titanic, Chess, Fiddler on the Roof and our recent production of Priscilla Queen of the Desert. In 2019, after feedback from the Shropshire public who said our shows are top quality and not amateur, the company was renamed Shrewsbury Musical Theatre Company. For more information about anything SMTC contact us via the message button

Prepare for a creepy and kooky October 2027! 🕷️😱Keep watching this space for audition information, casting news, and ple...
18/06/2026

Prepare for a creepy and kooky October 2027! 🕷️😱

Keep watching this space for audition information, casting news, and plenty of spooky surprises! 👻

17/06/2026

SMTC is proud to present their full cast list for Come From Away!

Beverley Bass - Amelia Wildmore-Evans
Beulah - Beth Coxon
Bonnie - Natalie Smith
Diane - Mel Bailey
Hannah- Tasha Msanide
Janice - Jess Knowles
Bob- Alex Richardson
Claude- Alexander Madden
Kevin J- Crayg Wellbeloved
Kevin T - Brandon Corfield
Nick - Dan Wrench
Oz- Kurt Hassall

Tickets available: https://www.theatresevern.co.uk/whats-on/come-from-away/

FUN FACT FRIDAY! 🍩🎭Did you know that in Come From Away, the town’s Tim Hortons is the central hub where the community ga...
12/06/2026

FUN FACT FRIDAY! 🍩🎭
Did you know that in Come From Away, the town’s Tim Hortons is the central hub where the community gathers?

It’s so iconic that the show’s opening line even declares: "Everything starts and ends at Tim Hortons!" ☕

✨Naturally, our cast took that lyric very seriously.

Feast your eyes on how we crush rehearsals, fueled entirely by donuts and coffee! 🎬👇

10/06/2026

Our cast has to tackle lines in multiple different languages. We asked some of the cast of Come From Away to test their lines on Google Translate. Watch to find out who passed the test and who got completely lost in translation!

🎉 FUN FACT FRIDAY! 🎉The hit musical Come from Away is based on incredible true stories - including the character, Bob. ✈...
05/06/2026

🎉 FUN FACT FRIDAY! 🎉
The hit musical Come from Away is based on incredible true stories - including the character, Bob. ✈️🗽

The real Bob (Tom McKeon from New Jersey) arrived in Gander terrified, suspicious, and worried about his safety. But the overwhelming kindness of strangers completely changed his outlook on life.

We are looking for a black male actor/singer to play this powerhouse dual role for our Shropshire premiere at Theatre Severn.

The Roles:
• BOB: A tough, guarded New Yorker. He’s sharp and cynical at first, but his walls beautifully crumble over time.
• MUHUMUZA: An African passenger who uses warmth and non-verbal connection to overcome huge language barriers.

An incredible, fast-paced show with amazing music and a supportive and friendly cast.

Email [email protected] for more details.

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🚨 CASTING CALL: COULD YOU BE BOB? 🚨We are looking for a versatile black male actor to tackle a powerhouse dual role in t...
03/06/2026

🚨 CASTING CALL: COULD YOU BE BOB? 🚨

We are looking for a versatile black male actor to tackle a powerhouse dual role in the Shropshire premiere of Come from Away at Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury in October. ✈️🌍
This is your chance to be in this hit musical ensemble.

🎭 THE ROLES YOU’LL PLAY:
• BOB: A tough, cynical, guarded New Yorker. Stranded in the middle of nowhere, he’s sharp, suspicious, and thinks the world is ending. Watch his walls crumble as the community breaks through his defences. 🗽
• MUHUMUZA: An African passenger facing massive language and cultural barriers. He uses warmth and non-verbal connection to find his place among strangers. ❤️

Email [email protected] for details

01/06/2026

Could you be Bob?

Bob is a tough New Yorker. He lands somewhere unexpected, convinced the world might be ending. He’s wary, guarded, and a bit sharp around the edges. But over time, something shifts. The walls come down, and we see a different side of him.

You’ll also play Muhumuza – an African passenger who struggles with language and cultural differences, and finds other ways to connect with people.

We’re casting for Come From Away – the Shropshire premiere. It’s a lively musical with great songs, real stories, and moments that will make people laugh and think.

You’ll be part of a friendly group who support each other and enjoy putting on a show together.
If this sounds like something you’d like to try, get in touch.

Email [email protected] to find out more.

Click 'Love' or 'Like' if you're as excited as we are! 😃Mark your diaries now, then watch this space for further news as...
25/05/2026

Click 'Love' or 'Like' if you're as excited as we are! 😃
Mark your diaries now, then watch this space for further news as it develops...

Well, it's official! Rehearsals for the Shropshire premiere of Come From Away are officially underway! 🤩If you're not ye...
18/05/2026

Well, it's official! Rehearsals for the Shropshire premiere of Come From Away are officially underway! 🤩

If you're not yet sure which performance you'd like to book for, at least mark your diary and reserve your tickets soon. You won't want to miss our version of this acclaimed Broadway and West End musical, a remarkable true story of compassion, resilience and human connection in extraordinary circumstances.

Booking link below in the comments. 🙂

15/05/2026

The talent at auditions was truly phenomenal — making this one of the toughest casting decisions we’ve ever faced. But after a lot of deliberation, we’re thrilled to finally share (almost!) the full company of Come From Away. ✈️

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Frankwell Quay, Frankwell
Shrewsbury
Y38FT

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