Holt Players

06/20/2026

🎄 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝘁 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘁!
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Our new show is taking shape and Wendy's script is ready. Now we need the people to bring it to life.

Winterfest is a rich, multi-scene celebration of Christmas through the ages, spanning two acts and ten scenes. Think medieval mystery plays, Saturnalia, Fezziwig's party, carols, comedy poems, and a generous helping of festive chaos. There really is something for everyone.

Here's what we're looking for:

🎭 𝗡𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀: King Wenceslas (Act 1) and a Grandfather-as-Father-Christmas (Act 2), each with a youngster alongside them

🐑 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗵𝗲𝗽𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗠𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆: 7 speaking parts (at least one female), mirroring into a "God Rest Ye Merry" scene with 6 parts

🎊 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮 / 𝗧𝘂𝗱𝗼𝗿 𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀: 6 adults (3M/3F) per scene, plus a Jester for the Tudor half

🎉 𝗙𝗲𝘇𝘇𝗶𝘄𝗶𝗴'𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆: 2 lead roles (1M/1F) plus party guests (no lines, just festive energy!)

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 𝗔 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆: 2 adults and 2 children

📜 𝟮 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 (1M/1F) to read a funny poem each

🎶 𝟯 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴: for the Coventry Carol and St Lucy's Day Carol (no audition yet, just let us know you're interested!)

Some scenes in Act 1 have a mirror scene in Act 2, and it would be wonderful if the same actors could appear in both.

Whether you're a seasoned Holt Players regular or have always fancied giving it a go, this is a fantastic show to be part of.

𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗮𝘂𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀:

📅 Tuesday 14th July at 8pm, Holt Village Hall

📅 Sunday 19th July at 10am, Holt Village Hall

Not sure if it's for you? Drop Wendy a line beforehand at [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you and can talk you through the parts on offer and what to expect on the day.

No obligation, no pressure, just a chat.

04/14/2026

𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗗𝗘𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗦 - 𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗧 𝗡𝗘𝗘𝗗𝗦 𝗬𝗢𝗨!

Gather your friends and head to Holt Village Hall on Friday 17 April or Saturday 18 April (4 tickets left) to help solve a murder.

Rest assured, though – no real vets have been harmed in the making of this production, so the local residents can relax!

This quirky comedy murder mystery is set in the Crooked Stile Veterinary Practice in the village of Sandy Bottom, Sparrowdale, owned by celebrity vet Leo Cooperthwaite, presenter of the long-running television show Country Piles. Unfortunately for Leo, it seems he is not quite as popular as he thinks.

As the harassed television production team struggle to film another episode of the programme, chaos unfolds in the Treatment Room. A colourful collection of characters appear, including devoted cat owners, enthusiastic dog lovers and an irate local farmer. Each of them has their own grievance… but who actually murders Leo Cooperthwaite, and why?

That is the mystery for YOU to solve.

Guests will be seated at tables of eight and will have the chance to follow the clues as the drama unfolds. There will be plenty of time to discuss your theories while enjoying a light supper.

Following the success of our previous murder mystery evening, there will once again be prizes (and plenty of applause) for the teams who correctly identify the culprit. A cash bar will also be available throughout the evening for celebratory drinks – or perhaps consolation if your detective skills let you down.

Tickets are just £10, including supper, available from Holt Superstore.

Come along for an evening of laughter, intrigue, good food and great company. The only question is… will you be able to solve the mystery?

02/09/2026

A small change to our plans at Holt Players.

Our upcoming production will now be the murder mystery
Who Killed the Vet?

Set in a countryside TV veterinary practice, this fast-paced and very funny whodunnit is full of eccentric characters, comic moments and plenty of twists. It promises to be a highly entertaining evening for both performers and audiences alike.

We’re also holding open auditions and would love to see new faces.

Auditions:
Sunday 1 March at 10.00am
Tuesday 3 March at 8.00pm

No lines to learn and just four rehearsals, making it ideal for anyone keen to get involved without a big time commitment.

More details about the performance and tickets coming soon.

01/13/2026

📣 Calling all actors.

Holt Players are now casting for their upcoming production of Rope by Patrick Hamilton, directed by Felix Byrne and scheduled for performance in mid April 2026.

Felix is currently looking to cast four male roles:

Brandon, playing age approximately 30 to 50
Philip, playing age approximately 30 to 50
Kenneth, playing age approximately 30 to 50
Rupert, playing age approximately 30 to 70

Auditions will be arranged individually, with date, time and location confirmed directly with those interested.

Rope is a powerful psychological thriller centred on a cold-blooded, premeditated murder committed by two friends purely for the thrill of it. The play explores their intense relationship as they cross moral boundaries and confront the most disturbing taboo of all, taking a life simply because they believe they can. Based on real life events, the story exposes deeply uncomfortable human truths and remains as gripping and unsettling today as when it was first written.

If you would like to be considered for a role, or would like further information before committing, please contact Felix directly at [email protected].

Please feel free to share this post or forward it to anyone who may be interested in getting involved with this exciting and challenging production. Holt Players would love to hear from both familiar and new faces.

01/10/2026

📣 Holt Players are casting now for their next production this April and we would love to hear from anyone who has ever thought about stepping onto the stage.

We are preparing to perform Rope, the classic psychological thriller by Patrick Hamilton, famously adapted for film by Alfred Hitchcock. It is a gripping, tense and darkly fascinating play that still feels remarkably modern.

Set in a London flat, the story centres on two friends who commit a murder to prove their intellectual superiority and then host a dinner party with the body hidden in plain sight. As their guests chat just inches from the truth, the evening becomes an increasingly nerve-wracking battle of arrogance, suspicion and fraying nerves.

We are looking to cast two lead roles. The roles broadly suit adults from around 25 to 60, but ages are flexible depending on who comes forward. If you are interested, Felix the Director, is happy to arrange individual auditions at times that suit, so please do not feel put off if you have never auditioned before or are unsure about availability.

The production will be performed at Holt Village Hall in April.

If this sounds like something you would enjoy, or if you know someone who might be interested, please do get in touch or share this post to help us spread the word.

You can contact:
Felix Byrne (Director): [email protected]
Sue Bolden (Chair, Holt Players): [email protected]

More information about the play and characters can also be found on our website at www.holtplayers.com.

Thank you for supporting local theatre. We would love to welcome some new faces to this exciting production.

11/27/2025

We’ll be live on stage in less than five hours, and the excitement is really building. The Kitchen Sink opens tonight, and we cannot wait to share this funny, heartfelt and wonderfully human play with you.

There are still a few tickets left, so if you fancy a memorable evening filled with warmth, laughter and great local theatre, now is the moment to grab them.

Come and join us for opening night – we’d love to see you there.

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11/26/2025

𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗱𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗹 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗞𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝗶𝗻𝗸, and the cast are putting the finishing touches on a show filled with warmth, humour and heart. Everything is coming together beautifully, and the energy backstage is incredible.

And then tomorrow…the fun truly begins.

We open for three nights only, and with tickets already selling fast, now is the time to make sure you don’t miss out. This is a wonderfully funny, touching play that celebrates the chaos, charm and challenges of everyday family life – and our cast have created something really special.

If you’re looking for a great night out filled with character, laughter and a story that stays with you long after the curtain falls, this is it.

Join us, support local theatre, and be part of an unforgettable run.
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11/24/2025

We are excited to announce auditions for our next production: Rope by Patrick Hamilton, directed by Felix Byrne. Chilling, gripping and brilliantly tense, this famous psychological thriller inspired Alfred Hitchcock and remains one of the most fascinating plays of the twentieth century.

Set in a London flat, two students commit a murder to prove their supposed intellectual superiority. They hide the body in a chest, then proceed to host a dinner party using the very same chest as the buffet table. With their guests chatting just inches from the truth, the evening becomes a taut and unnerving game of nerves, suspicion and arrogance.

We are looking for a strong ensemble cast across a range of ages, including:

• Wyndham Brandon – young (20–30s)
• Charles Granillo – a young Spaniard (20–30s)
• Sabot – a French servant (25–40s)
• Kenneth Raglan – very young (20–25)
• Leila Arden – young (20–25)
• Sir Johnstone Kentley – older (40–50s)
• Mrs Debenham – about fifty (50–60s)
• Rupert Cadell – around twenty-nine

Auditions will be held on:

• Tuesday 9 December at 7.45pm
• Sunday 14 December at 2.00pm

If you enjoy character-driven drama, sharp dialogue and high-stakes tension, this is the perfect opportunity to get involved. We welcome both new and returning actors, and ages can be flexible within reason.

Join us and be part of this thrilling production. We cannot wait to see you there!

11/24/2025

The countdown is nearly over, and we cannot wait to open The Kitchen Sink this Thursday night! If you’ve been thinking about a great evening out with plenty of warmth, wit, and heart, this is your perfect excuse to treat yourself.

Set in a small Yorkshire town, The Kitchen Sink follows one family’s wonderfully chaotic life as they navigate everyday struggles, big dreams, and the humour that gets them through it all. It is funny, touching, and full of moments everyone can relate to. Our cast has poured so much energy into bringing these characters to life, and rehearsals have been buzzing with laughter and emotion in equal measure.

Whether you love a brilliant comedy-drama, want to support local theatre, or simply fancy a night out with a story that stays with you long after the curtain falls, you will not want to miss this.

Performances begin this Thursday and run until Saturday. Tickets are selling quickly, so make sure you book yours before they’re gone.

Join us, settle in, and let The Kitchen Sink surprise you. It is honest, heartfelt, and guaranteed to warm up a chilly winter evening.

Book now and come along for a great night!

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11/17/2025

Not long now and tickets are selling fast - grab yours while there are still some available!

Have you got your tickets yet? Hurry, tickets are going faster than the director’s patience during a tech rehearsal!
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