Get Involved With The Didsbury Players
Didsbury Players is a friendly local theatre group putting on three shows a year (a panto and two plays) right here in the community.
Whether you want to be on stage, help behind the scenes, or simply support us by coming to shows, there are lots of ways to get involved!
There is no experience needed to join, and we welcome anyone who is 18+ who wants to act, help behind the scenes or learn more about the theatre world.
We’re always happy to welcome new performers, whether you’ve been acting for years or haven’t set foot on a stage since school.
We hold open auditions for each show, and we aim to make them relaxed, friendly and welcoming. You don’t need to be a 'professional', just willing to have a go.
Our 2025 / 2026 Production Slate
🌟 Panto – Rapunzel (currently in rehearsals)
Our annual family panto is a brilliant, high-energy show with lots of acting, singing and dancing roles on offer!
📅 30th & 31st January 2026
🎖 Spring Play – Journey’s End by R.C. Sherrif
A powerful and moving play set in the trenches of WWI and showing a glimpse of the lives of a group of officers over the days leading up to the German spring offensive.
📅 5th & 6th June 2026
✨ Summer Play – Immaculate by Oliver Lansley
Our summer slot is a great chance to explore a different style of play and stretch ourselves creatively. More details will be shared nearer the time.
📅 September 2026
📖 Our read-throughs are a relaxed, social way to kick off each production. We usually meet on a Monday evening, 8–10pm, at the Parrs Wood Inn in Didsbury. The director introduces the play and shares their vision, and we read through the script together as a group.
🎭 Auditions typically held in person, and are kept as friendly and low-pressure as possible. Depending on the production, we may also accept video auditions if appropriate.
Auditions and read-throughs are announced ahead of each production, and we always encourage people who are curious to come along and see what we’re about, even if you’re not sure yet whether you want to audition.
Keep an eye on this page and our social media for audition announcements and updates.
You don’t need to be on stage to be part of the Didsbury Players.
We could not do what we do without relying on a brilliant team behind the scenes to bring each production to life, and we’re always happy to hear from people who want to get involved backstage!
These roles are a great way to get involved without performing on stage, be part of a creative team, learn new skills and support local theatre in a practical way.
Roles You Could Help With
🎛 Stage management & show support
Stage Manager
Assistant Stage Manager
Front of House support during performances
🎨 Set, props & costumes
Set building & painting
Props sourcing & making
Costume support & alterations
💡 Technical roles
Lighting operation
Sound operation
📣 Creative & support roles
Publicity & social media support
Programme design
Poster and flyer distribution
You don’t need to have experience in any of these roles. If you’re interested and willing to help, we’ll support you and help you learn as you go.
Involvement varies depending on the role and production. Some people help regularly throughout the year and others get involved closer to show week, so it's very flexible. You can get in touch at any point during the year, not just when a show is about to start.
If you’re interested in helping backstage or just want to find out more, we’d love to hear from you!
Just email us at secretary@didsburyplayers.co.uk
If you love local theatre but don’t want to perform or help backstage, you can still be a vital part of what we do.
One of the best ways to support Didsbury Players is simply to come and see our shows. We’re a small local group, and every ticket bought makes a real difference. Bringing friends, spreading the word, or following us on social media all helps us keep going.
📱 Follow us on social media (Facebook & Instagram)
