Our next production

A Fete Worse Than Death

by Richard James

25-27 April 2024

Actor Ray Martin is opening the village fete, playing on his fame as TV’s Inspector Brady. Little does he know that ambition, infidelity and marrow envy will lead to murder, and he’ll be left to solve the murder – without a script!

Tickets on sale now.

This production will be a little different to most, so please read on for some important facts that you should note.

Instead of the normal rows of seats, you will be seated at a table in the “tea tent” at the Thornton Village Fete, where you will be served with light refreshments, which are included in the ticket price of £10.

As normal, a licensed bar will be available, so you will be welcome to purchase other beverages to take to your table.

This unusual arrangement has two major implications …

  1. Seating capacity will be somewhat lower than usual. Consequently, we expect demand for tickets to outstrip supply. You are therefore urged to book your tickets as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
  2. In order to accommodate the maximum number of people, we are unable to offer you the opportunity to choose your seating position. Where tickets are purchased as a group seats will be reserved for that purpose. On arrival, you will be directed to your allocated seats, rather as you would be if you go out for a meal at a restaurant. We would respectfully ask you to accept the seating position offered, as unplanned changes may prevent other groups from sitting together. If you have any special requirements (such as mobility issues, or a request to join ticket holders who purchased their tickets separately), please contact us with the details, and will endeavour to accommodate all requests with good humour.

Cast

Richard Baszczak – Malcolm

Kerry Gentleman – Bunny (his wife)

Peter Spencer – Nigel (historical re-enactor)

Clare Kennison-Cook – Trish (fete organiser)

Sarah Bragoli – Rev Jess (lady vicar)

Libby Annetts – Miss Parmenter (spinster of the parish)

Tom Miller – Ray Martin (an actor)

 
A fete worse than death poster