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News & More...

Take a look at the latest news, updates and some fun blog posts from the Twyford Drama community!

Jul 29

Reflections on Three Years as Twyford Drama Chair

Hazel Evans looks back on her time as Twyford Drama Chair over the past three years.

Apr 22

A Show in the Life of... A Costume Designer

What's involved in organising the costumes for a production? We ask Dale Resnick, Costume Designer for our next play The Mr Misty Mystery.

Dec 4, 2023

A Show in the Life of... A Choreographer

What's it like choreographing a production? We talk to Crissie Field about working on our upcoming pantomime Treasure Island.

Sep 18, 2023

A Show in the Life of... A Sound Designer/Engineer

What's it like doing the sound for a production? Ian Darling and Scott Rampton talk to us about working on our upcoming October double bill.

Aug 8, 2023

Essential Theatre Terminology – The Stage

From upstage and downstage to the proscenium arch and tabs... learn all about the stage-related terms used in amateur dramatics!

Jul 24, 2023

Seven Suggestions for Line Learning Success

Fancy nailing your lines in your next Twyford Drama production? Follow our helpful advice to make line learning easier!

Jun 26, 2023

Memories of a Lifetime Member Part 1: Val Aves on Acting

Lifetime member Val Aves shares some of her acting memories.

May 29, 2023

A New Member's Experience

Thinking about joining Twyford Drama? We spoke to Sam Gittins about what's it like to be a new member.

May 15, 2023

9 Top Tips for Auditioning

Want to snag yourself a part in the next Twyford Drama production? Prepare yourself properly with our top auditioning tips.

Apr 17, 2023

Memoirs of a Treasurer Part 3: What It Takes

Find out what characteristics a treasurer needs to have and get former treasurer David Tanqueray's advice for future treasurers.

Feb 4, 2023

5 Reasons for Not Joining a Theatre Group

Ever thought amateur dramatics wasn't for you? How many of these excuses did you use?