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A small fun and friendly group who perform plays twice a year in Syston, Leicester. Looking for peo

Syston QT Theatre group was originally formed in 1953 as part of a youth club at Birstall Methodist Church. In those days drama productions were not recognised as part of the church, so the group was formed on the QT, hence the name. It was agreed that, if any profit was made from the productions, it would always be given to charity and over the years many thousands of pounds have been donated to

various charities, mostly these days to SARIC (Syston Arts and Recreation in the Community). In 1990, in conjunction with Syston and District Operatic Society, the group took over the lease of the Old Methodist Chapel in Chapel Street, Syston, firstly using it for rehearsals and occasional social evenings, but now using it as the permanent venue for all our plays.

21/06/2026

📣 NEXT PRODUCTION ANNOUNCEMENT!

We’re very excited to reveal that our winter 2026 show will be…

🎭 Carrie's War by Nina Bawdon

🎬 Directed by Leigh White

📆 Tuesday 24 to Friday 27 November 2026

📍 The Old Chapel, Chapel St, Syston, LE7 1GN

At the outbreak of WW2, Carrie and her brother Nick are evacuated from London to a stark Welsh mining town - and straight into a world of secrets, legends and divided loyalties.

Living under the stern rule of Mr Evans and his gentle sister Auntie Lou, the children find refuge at the mysterious house named Druid’s Bottom, where a “screaming skull” keeps watch over Hepzibah Green, Mister Johnny, fellow evacuee Albert Sandwich and its glamorous, mysterious resident, Mrs Dilys Gotobed.

But when a death, a missing will and a desperate act collide, Carrie makes a choice that will haunt her forever. Can she correct her past decisions? You'll have to watch and find out...

Carrie's War is a powerful story of courage, consequence and the shadows we carry in our heart forever. This play is suitable for all ages.

🎟️ Tickets will be available to book soon from qttheatregp.co.uk
Follow us to be first in line when booking opens.

20/06/2026

🎭 The curtain has fallen on Curtain Up! 🎉

What a week.
What a cast.
What an audience.
What a giant teddy bear. And yes…even a visit from Miza Linnelli. ✨

👏 Huge congratulations to the whole Curtain Up! company - our brilliant cast, our tireless backstage and tech teams, and our wonderful front‑of‑house crew. And an extra‑special shoutout to Jo Gallagher, who made her directing debut and delivered a show full of heart, chaos, sparkle and belly laughs.

To everyone who bought a ticket, cheered us on, and filled The Old Chapel with warmth, laughter and love - thank you. You raised the curtain (and the roof) with us every single night, and your support means the world to a little local theatre group like ours. 🙏🏻

We’re now off to celebrate with a well‑earned cuppa‑super‑soup and maybe a lie‑down in a dark room after all that glitter and Lycra.

👀 And before we go…a tease:
Our next production will be announced tomorrow - and trust us, it’s one to watch this November.

*This amateur production of ‘Curtain Up!’ is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk

17/06/2026

🎭 Just TWO more chances to see us raise the curtain!

What a start! We opened Curtain Up! last night and almost lifted the roof off The Old Chapel with laughter and cheers from a fantastic first‑night audience. Our brilliant cast brought Peter Quilter’s hilarious and heartfelt comedy to life in such style - and the buzz is still going!

How could today get any better? Well, with news that Friday’s show is officially SOLD OUT! 💥
A huge thank you to everyone who’s booked - we can’t wait to finish the week on a high with you.

But don’t worry - there are still seats left for tonight and Thursday’s performances. Grab yours while you can and join us for a feel‑good evening of comedy, chaos, and community spirit!

🟠 Wed 17 June – good availability
🟢 Thurs 18 June – best availability
🔴 Fri 19 June – SOLD OUT

🎟️ Get your tickets now
👉 Book online at www.qttheatregp.co.uk
📞 Call 07989 960014
🕣 7.30pm start (doors 7pm)
📍 The Old Chapel, Syston, LE7 1GN
ℹ️ www.qttheatregp.co.uk

* This amateur production of ‘Curtain Up!’ is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk

16/06/2026

🎭 Tonight’s the night - Curtain Up! opens!

Our five fabulous leading ladies are limbered up, full of laughs, and ready to bring the house down as Curtain Up! takes to the stage tonight at The Old Chapel, Syston.

There are still a handful of tickets left, so if you’re looking for something to do this evening, grab your leg-warmers and join us for a fun, feel-good night of comedy, chaos, and community spirit.

🎟️ Get your tickets now
👉 Book online at www.qttheatregp.co.uk
📞 Call 07989 960014
📆 16 -19 June
🕣 7.30pm start (doors 7pm)
📍 The Old Chapel, Syston, LE7 1GN

Expect laughter, lively characters, and a great atmosphere - plus the warm glow of supporting your local theatre group.

Let’s raise the curtain together!

* This amateur production of ‘Curtain Up!’ is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk

15/06/2026

✨Tomorrow’s the night… and there are still tickets left for Curtain Up! ✨

After months of hard work, our cast and crew are ready to take the stage - and we’d love a full house to share it with.

If you’re free this week, why not join us for a fun, feel-good evening of laughter, chaos and great local theatre?

At just £10 a ticket, it’s a perfect night out.

🎟️ Grab the last tickets
👉 Book online at www.qttheatregp.co.uk
📞 Call 07989 960014

📆16 - 19 June
📍The Old Chapel, Syston, LE7 1GN
🕣 7.30pm start
ℹ️ www.qttheatregp.co.uk

🎭 About the show
Peter Quilter’s fast‑paced, heartfelt and hilarious comedy Curtain Up! follows five very different women who unexpectedly inherit a crumbling old theatre. Thrown together, they launch a chaotic but heartfelt mission to save it - with a charity concert that might just be their last hope.

Please do come along and support your local theatre - it truly makes all the difference.

We’d love to see you there as the curtain rises!

* This amateur production of ‘Curtain Up!’ is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk

13/06/2026

🎭 Opening night is THIS WEEK - don’t miss Curtain Up!

We’re just days away from raising the curtain, and we’d love to see you there! Our cast and crew have poured months of hard work into this lively, laugh‑out‑loud comedy - now all we need is an audience.

💛 Your support means everything
Tickets are still available, and every booking helps keep community theatre thriving in Syston. Bring a friend and make a night of it.

🌟 Expect big characters, hilarious chaos and plenty of laughs!

🎟️ Tickets: £10
👉 Book online: www.qttheatregp.co.uk
📞 Call: 07989 960014

📍 16 - 19 June 2026 | 7.30pm | The Old Chapel, Syston, LE7 1GN
🎭 Curtain Up! by Peter Quilter
🎬 Directed by Jo Gallagher

ℹ️ Visit our website for more details www.qttheatregp.co.uk

Whether you’re a long‑time supporter or joining us for the first time, we’d be thrilled to welcome you as the curtain rises.

* This amateur production of ‘Curtain Up!’ is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk

11/06/2026

🎉 When Amy said she wanted a birthday party full of fun like when she was a kid…
…a game of musical chairs and thumb wars wasn’t quite what she had in mind! 😆

Wishing our stage star and dear friend Amy Hollis a very happy birthday today!
You bring laughter, sparkle and heart to everything you do - both on and off the stage.

Love from all of us at Syston QTs!
🎂🎁🎈🥂🎉🥳🎭

👀 Want to make Amy’s birthday even better?
Come see her in next week’s run of Curtain Up! - a hilarious and heartfelt comedy that’s guaranteed to have you laughing out loud.

🎟️ Tickets £10
💻 Book online: www.qttheatregp.co.uk
📞 Call: 07989 960014
📅 Tue 16 – Fri 19 June 2026
🕣 Doors 7pm • Show 7.30pm
📍 The Old Chapel, Chapel St, Syston, Leicester LE7 1GN

10/06/2026

🎭 A week of BIG laughs in Syston kicks off this Friday!

We’re bringing you TWO fantastic events at The Old Chapel Syston - and whether you love stand‑up or a night of feel‑good theatre, we’ve got you covered.

🤣 FRIDAY 12 JUNE - Laffalot Comedy Club
We’re teaming up with the brilliant Laffalot Promotions for the first-ever comedy night at The Old Chapel - and it’s going to be a cracker.

With an incredible line-up of award‑winning stand‑ups, this is a night you won’t want to miss.
There are only a handful of tickets left, so grab yours while you still can!

🎟️ Tickets £15
Book now: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/laffalot-promotions/t-rzzjezj

🎭 TUE 16 – FRI 19 JUNE - Syston QT Theatre Group presents Curtain Up!
Then from Tuesday, we raise the curtain on our next production - Peter Quilter’s fast‑paced, heartfelt and hilarious comedy Curtain Up!

Brought to life by a brilliant all‑female cast, this show promises an evening full of laughter, warmth, and just a little bit of mayhem.
If you fancy another night out (or two!) next week, this is the perfect chance to support local theatre and enjoy a cracking comedy play.

🎟️ Tickets £10
Book online: www.qttheatregp.co.uk
Or call: 07989 960014

Come and share some laughs with us - starting this Friday and rolling right into next week.
We can’t wait to welcome you to The Old Chapel!

*This amateur production of ‘Curtain Up!’ is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk

09/06/2026

🎭 Meet Jackie - the final of our five fabulous leading ladies in Curtain Up!

We open a week today, so it’s time to lift the curtain on the last of our brilliant women at the heart of this hilarious and heartfelt comedy.

Say hello to Jackie, played by QT newcomer Sarah Johnson - the glamorous, sharp‑witted spark of the group. Jackie sweeps into every moment with confidence, flair and an eye for décor that brings style, attitude and plenty of laughs to the chaos.

Bold, funny and always ready with a cutting remark, Jackie adds fun, fire and charm to the theatre’s fight for survival. And her love‑hate dynamic with Pam? Comedy gold.
Michael may be gone…but he’s never really far from Jackie’s side.

Come join the madness and see why Jackie is the perfect final piece of this fabulous five.

✨ About the show
Curtain Up! follows five very different women who unexpectedly inherit a crumbling old theatre. Thrown together, they launch a chaotic but heartfelt mission to save it - with a charity concert that might just be their last hope.

With opening night fast approaching, now is the perfect moment to grab your seats and support local theatre.

🎟️ Tickets £10
💻Book online at qttheatregp.co.uk
📞 Call 07989 960014

🎭 Curtain Up! by Peter Quilter
🎬 Directed by Jo Gallagher
📅 Tue 16 – Fri 19 June 2026
🕣 Doors 7pm • Show 7.30pm
📍 The Old Chapel, Chapel St, Syston, Leicester LE7 1GN
ℹ️ More info at www.qttheatregp.co.uk

* This amateur production of ‘Curtain Up!’ is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk

08/06/2026

🎭 Meet Betty - the next of our five fabulous leading ladies in Curtain Up!

With a week to go, we’re continuing to shine a spotlight on the brilliant women at the heart of this hilarious and heartfelt comedy.

Today we welcome Betty, played by QT newcomer Margaret Glenn - the straight‑talking, no‑nonsense, unintentionally hilarious Nan/Mum we all secretly wish we had.

Don’t be fooled by her soft cardigans and gentle smile. Betty is sharp, smart, and absolutely pulls no punches. Her charm lies in her sincerity - she may not have all the answers, but she throws herself into every moment with wholehearted joy…and if you’re hoping she’ll keep a secret, you might want to think again.

Come join the madness and discover why Betty is really just one giant teddy bear at heart.

✨ About the show
Curtain Up! follows five very different women who unexpectedly inherit a crumbling old theatre. Thrown together, they launch a chaotic but heartfelt mission to save it - with a charity concert that might just be their last hope. Will they succeed? Come along to find out.

🎟️ Tickets £10
Book online at qttheatregp.co.uk or call 07989 960014

🎭 Curtain Up! by Peter Quilter
🎬 Directed by Jo Gallagher
📅 Tue 16 – Fri 19 June 2026
🕣 Doors 7pm • Show 7.30pm
📍 The Old Chapel, Chapel St, Syston, Leicester LE7 1GN
ℹ️ More info at www.qttheatregp.co.uk

* This amateur production of ‘Curtain Up!’ is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk

Address

The Old Chapel, Chapel Street
Syston
LE71GN

Website

http://qttheatregp.co.uk/

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