2018 – Destination is … Camelot.

We are thrilled to announce that our 2018 pantomime production will be … Camelot. Or to to give it its full title (which may be a bit long for the posters) The Magnificent Seven Knights Of Camelot.

 

Join our hero King Arthur, his trusted knight Lancelot and the powerful magician Merlin as they prepare to defend the kingdom of Camelot from the evil Morgana. Things don’t go as they should and Arthur has to recruit some ‘interesting’ heroes to help him in his quest.

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Come Dine With Carl

Fresh from his wonderful appearance in Peter Pan as the nasty(ish) pirate Mullins, Carl Ives and his fabulous wife Michelle kick off the new series of Couples Come Dine with Me on Channel 4. 

I have just watched it and they were fantastic. Check it out and see how Carl responds to being called a Village Idiot, what he does to make his vegetables grow and hear some of his worst / best jokes, some of which might be used in next years panto script … or perhaps not.

The show which aired on Thursday this week can be seen on Channel 4 website at http://www.channel4.com/programmes/couples-come-dine-with-me/on-demand/61821-099

 

Hooked on Gaming

Michael Fox, last seen on our stage this year as Captain Hook in Peter Pan is spending a day playing computer games.

That may not sound a tough task but he is doing it for 24 HOURS, non stop and is raising money for Cancer Research along the way.

It is also being streamed live so you can watch his progress – click here to watch – https://www.twitch.tv/slapdash_plays

On April 29th he’ll be gaming like a boss to help raise money and level-up Stand Up To Cancer’s life-saving research

It doesn’t matter what they’re playing so long as they’re playing! Suggestions are always welcome and they might even be able to get you guys joining in!

This epic research takes breakthroughs in the lab transforming them into treatments and cures like a cancer drug that acts as a ‘freeze ray’ and a way of making cancer cells self-destruct.

If you can’t sponsor that’s fine, spreading the word in this case would be wonderful and awareness for this cause is always needed.

Dontating is easy – click here – https://fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/michaels-24hr-stream

So Turn on, Tune in and let’s help make Cancer a thing of the past!

 

 

CANCER RESEARCH – Making and testing new breakthrough drugs and tests, and finding out which patients are likely to benefit from them requires a lot of expertise. By donating to Stand Up To Cancer in support of Cancer Research UK, you’ll help us turn incredible ideas in the lab into awesome new treatments for patients faster.

Carol is Swimming The Channel (sort of) For Charity.

Norton Theatre Groups wonderfully talented Costume Designer Carol Howe is raising money for Diabetes UK by swimming 22 miles – the equivalent of swimming the channel and so far she is half way there.

It would be amazing if you could show her some support and sponsor her.

Carols Just Giving link is
http://www.justgiving.com/C-Howe1 

Diabetes UK is the charity leading the fight against the most devastating and fastest growing health crisis of our time. We are helping to create a world where diabetes can do no harm. It’s a fight that involves all of us, everyone, everywhere. We are sharing knowledge and taking diabetes on together.

For more about Diabetes UK click here

Never Stop Believing

Another production is in the bag. The stage is put away, costumes are washed, the lights are powered down and the actors and crew are finally able to relax. It has been a tough year with the loss of Kate, but we hope that we have done her proud.

We would like to thank everyone who came to see the show. we had a blast and hope you did too.

there are loads of photos here.

 

Oh What a Big One (Opening Night)

Well, as first nights go that was pretty special. One of the busiest opening nights in recent times, the cast were on top form and the audience left with a song in their hearts … in some cases a chorus of “Oh, What a Big One!” could be heard in the car park afterwards.

Tickets are still available for Saturday 2pm and 7.15pm so if you haven’t got yours yet, get them soon as they are selling fast.
This year guests are also able to take advantage of a licensed bar, ice cream, fresh coffee and cakes in the new coffee shop area.

We also have a special glossy souvenir programme to mark our 30th Show and also to pay tribute to Kate Lovegrove.

So, well done all the cast and crew. A fantastic start to the run.

(photos by Mark Stretch)

 

 

 

Less Than A Week to Go!!!!

Less than a week until Opening Night of Peter Pan. Tickets are selling well but there are still some left for all shows. So book now and help us celebrate our 30th show.

Contact our wonderful ticket angel Christine on mcgovern260@btinternet.com / 01905 820459 or visit the ONLINE SHOP  

Special Offers still available (but not sure for how long)
SAVE 10% ON FAMILY TICKETS
Book Online – Order 11 Tickets and get 1 FREE!!!!!

Thursday 12th January – 7.15pm
Child / OAP – £4.50
Adult – £6.50
Family Ticket (2 Adults / 2 Children) – £19.80 (save 10%)

Friday 13th January – 7.15pm
Child – £5.00
Adult – £7.50
Family Ticket (2 Adults / 2 Children) – £22.50 (save 10%)

Saturday 14th January – 2pm and 7.15pm
Child – £6.50
Adult – £7.75
Family Ticket (2 Adults / 2 Children) – £25.65 (save 10%)

https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/nortontheatregroup