The South Devon Players Theatre & Film Company
  • Home
  • About us
  • Box Office
  • Auditions
  • Crewing
  • Find Us
  • Training
  • Latest news
  • Previous projects
  • Contact
  • Streaming Theatre
  • Casting services
  • Youtube
  • Policies
  • Fundraising & sponsors
  • Learning Zone
  • Merchandise Shop
  • Awards
  • Safety, inclusion & access
  • Blog: Creating Theatre
  • Volunteering
  • Reviews
  • Ebay fundraising
  • Ebid fundraising stamp sales
  • Home
  • About us
  • Box Office
  • Auditions
  • Crewing
  • Find Us
  • Training
  • Latest news
  • Previous projects
  • Contact
  • Streaming Theatre
  • Casting services
  • Youtube
  • Policies
  • Fundraising & sponsors
  • Learning Zone
  • Merchandise Shop
  • Awards
  • Safety, inclusion & access
  • Blog: Creating Theatre
  • Volunteering
  • Reviews
  • Ebay fundraising
  • Ebid fundraising stamp sales

Romeo and Juliet photoshoot

22/4/2025

0 Comments

 
Meet some of our lovely Romeo & Juliet actors from our promo photoshoot last Saturday - many thanks to Crafty Cwtch cafe for being a great base camp, Brixham Police being very lovely when we let them know we would be filming and photographing around the town back streets. These arent all of the characters; this is the group who were able to make the photoshoot.
Public touring across Devon and up to Birmingham this summer, then stremaing online
Tickets & dates all at
https://www.southdevonplayers.com/box-office.html
Caught between violently feuding families, two young lovers seek to marry, with tragic consequences, but leading to the end of the feud.
This performance is part of a national tour and international streaming programme, involving public performances, full performances in schools, plus educational and literary talks & workshops for a variety of colleges, libraries and community groups, and a package of online content for students.
Content advisories: Suitable for audiences age 12+. Younger audience members are welcome but please be aware of the content. Please be aware that this production contains violent scenes, narcotic references & depiction of suicide.
If you have any questions about any aspect of our production, please contact us on [email protected] at any time.
www.southdevonplayers.com
Www.facebook.com/sdevonplayers
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
0 Comments

Tickets on sale for Romeo & Juliet at all venues

18/4/2025

0 Comments

 
We now have tickets on sale for all public performances of Romeo & Juliet - you can book at our Box Office page. 

The public venue tour consists of 
BBRIXHAM:  June 14th  (matinee & evening)
TORQUAY: June 28th (evening)
KINGSKERSWELL/ NEWTON ABBOT: July 5th (evening)
STOKENHAM/ KINGSBRIDGE: July 12th (evening)
BUDLEIGH SALTERTON: July 19th (evening)
TOPSHAM/ EXETER: July 26th  (evening)
BIRMINGHAM: August 2nd (evening)
PLYMOUTH: August 9th (evening)
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
0 Comments

Happy Christmas, and getting excited for 2025

20/12/2024

0 Comments

 
Picture
Wishing all our friends and contacts a lovely Christmas and new year and thank you so much for all your amazing support - we look forward to working with you again soon!

Picture

All sorts of great things starting in January!
As we come up to the final weekend before Christmas with our Saturday show at #Kingskerswell, and then our fundraising market stall at the Vigilance Weatherspooons in Brixham on Sunday, things will then slow up (on the outside at least!) while we get things ready for a very busy January - with finishing our Three Musketeers tour, reopening our theatre school, and casting for our first half of 2025 tour across Devon and to the Midlands (and streaming in the UK and USA) production of Romeo & Juliet.
There are also discussions about additional things in the works supporting local people in the creative industries - hopefully in the New Year there will be more exciting announcements.
We are always looking for people who want to get involved in all aspects of theatre, video and creativity - so do drop us a line if interested!
Auditions page with all show info/ sides/ etc at https://www.southdevonplayers.com/auditions.html
Course signup page at https://www.southdevonplayers.com/training.html
All in conjunction with Chestnut Community Centre (our rehearsal base) and AKP Management Agency (partnering on the theatre school)
0 Comments

Plymouth was quite the adventure

13/8/2024

0 Comments

 
Picture
Well yesterday was a challenging one.
So one of our actors ended up in a car accident the night due to some people leaping across the road in front of her car. Actor and car end up in a major wreck, actor having to exit car through its roof. (Car is no more).
Actor was dinged up , picked up from thier location by one of our team because we said there’s no way in they could get getting the train. and we had to drag them to a&e to be inspected.

Rest of us got to venue to set up
So meantime actor is having to stay in a&e to be put in plaster. So other actor goes on to cover the role with announcement.

Actor makes it back in time for second scene they are in. They had to go back, post show, for further scans and inspections as there may be more injuries

So a huge thank you to Dave and Lisa for looking after our other actor. Quite a challenging day to conclude the Midsummers tour- a huge well done to everyone for forging though with smiles, love and care for one another ​

0 Comments

Feedback from our performance in Birmingham from the theatre manager

22/7/2024

0 Comments

 
​It's been 7 years in the making but we finally did it.
I learned about Laura Jury and the The South Devon Players Theatre & Film Company, Brixham shortly after I arrived in the UK. I was instantly impressed by the drive, tenacity, and sheer determination of this female theatrical powerhouse. Laura has made a way out of literally no way to build and brand her theatre company. As a mixed-race, woman of colour, she has beaten back the odds of owning a theatre company in an area of England that is certainly not known for it's diversity, inclusion, or tolerance of "others". With little to no money, and very little public funds, Laura has raised money for her company in creative ways like having car boot sales, selling on Ebay, sweets sales, and anything her creative mind can think of to finance her projects. I have sat back and watched and admired her progression, her work, her work ethic over the years, in awe of all that she has been able to accomplish.
It is definitely a labour of love, but by no means should one mistake this for being a low-rent production company. The costumes alone will show you that. The talented performers in her group will show you that too. Many members of the company are neurodivergent, autistic, and other challenges, which none of it deflects from their incredible on-stage performances.
So, after 7 years, Laura and I combined forces as I was able to host her latest production, "A Midsummer Night's Dream" at The Birmingham Black Box. She and her company drove 3.5 hours to get to Birmingham, ran a full tech/dress rehearsal, set the stage, and then performed the 3 hour show before driving the 3.5 hour return journey! The synergy was palpable as these performers gave it their absolute all in front of a delightfully enthusiastic audience.
There are already talks about our next collaborative effort and I'm very excited about the prospects. Let me tell you all, it's not easy being a Black woman/woman of colour in business, especially in theatre. But somehow, we're doing it and we're making lots of progress in the area of inclusion for all people to participate in the arts. I feel so privileged to call Laura my friend, she has helped me in ways I can't disclose here, but she's been a rock in my life's progression. Stay tuned to see what we come up with next! Sending lots of love to this outstanding group.
Picture
0 Comments

Great shows and Feedback from Brixham Theatre

15/11/2023

0 Comments

 
After a brilliant run of shows at Brixham Theatre we are now going on to our sold out show at the Barnfield in Exeter, before coming to Torquay, Kingskerswell, Ashburton and Stokenham. 
It is brilliant to also have multiple schools coming along and being involved, and to have great audience feedback from the shows. 
If you want to get tickets to any of our shows, (obviously Exeter is sold out but the rest have tickets available)  please pop over to our Box Office page for dates and booking information. 
​Review from Brixham Theatre - original post at
www.facebook.com/BrixhamTheatreCIO/posts/pfbid02UYZWJzpohKKMwKf6ewPj6BaHjXUTd8xL1vGrMWf1a8uimcAabwLdHvvC7FtVkXnhl


"Something Wicked This Way Comes” - Macbeth at Brixham Theatre.
From the first glimpse beyond the rising curtain, it was evident that this performance from The South Devon Players Theatre & Film Company, Brixham would be a distinctive and innovative take on the timeless classic.
Firstly, I felt the need to point out the sheer amount of lines these actors mastered is truly commendable!
The portrayal of the witches was a standout. Cloaked in mesmerising costumes, they weaved through dramatic movements. The use of lighting throughout the performance heightened moments of mystique, mental wellness, violence, and atmospheres that remained after the curtains closed.
What truly set this production apart was the incorporation of dynamic acting in the aisles. This had the bonus of drawing the audience into the narrative with an intensity and unpredictability rarely seen in traditional renditions.
The talented cast delivered performances that brought the characters to life in an authentic and emotionally charged manner. Set against a post-apocalyptic backdrop, the play's tragic beginning and foreshadowing set the stage for the Macbeths' descent into madness. It added a layer of relevance, making the timeless text accessible and relatable to a contemporary audience.
A poignant moment was Lady Macbeth's rendition of the "Out, Damned Spot" scene. The actress brought a haunting vulnerability to the character, inviting the audience to empathise with the internal torment of Lady Macbeth's descent into guilt-ridden madness.
The success of the production was not only a testament to the talent of the performers but also highlighted the dedication of the volunteers at Brixham Theatre. Their commitment ensured a seamless and enjoyable experience, contributing to the overall positive impression of the evening.
In reflection, a quote from Macbeth himself comes to mind: "Life's but a walking shadow, a poor player that struts and frets his hour upon the stage." This production not only embraced the inherent theatricality of the play but also left a lasting impression, a shadow that will continue to "strut and fret" in the minds of the audience.
For those yet to experience this riveting rendition of Macbeth, tickets are still available. Don't miss the chance to witness a play seamlessly combining tradition with innovation, and classic themes with contemporary relevance. It is a great performance for those studying the play in school or college, or as a refreshing take on a classic for those who enjoy Shakespeare.
Ticket purchases and futher details can be found at www.brixhamtheatre.uk
By Brixham Theatre's Writer in Residence Bethan Rees
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
0 Comments

A look at Macbeth and our lovely team on video

19/10/2023

0 Comments

 
Hello all!
We have two lovely videos to bring you. First of all is our lovely Sean, in rehearsals as the Porter last night and absolutely rocking the role. 
Then, our lovely Michael, put together a video trailer filmed down at Battery gardens the other day. 
​
0 Comments

Taking Macbeth into a local primary school

11/10/2023

0 Comments

 
Yesterday our Macbeth cast took excerpts of the production into a local primary school. It was an absolutely amazing lovely day. It is always great to work with such interested, engaged youngsters, and bring theatre, arts and literature to life. 
Picture
Picture
0 Comments

first release from the character photoshoot for Macbeth

4/10/2023

0 Comments

 
Last Saturday we had a great photoshoot promoting the show at Brixham Battery Gardens, around the old WW2 bunkers, and we also got to use a jeep belonging to the parents of one of our young actors! Photos, and video trailers will be released over the next while to whet your appetite, but to start off with, here are some pictures created to test out graphics and effects for the rest of the release. Original photos by Michael Betts, Laura Jury & Simon Slade. ​...
0 Comments

Urgent announcement: Henry V

9/11/2021

0 Comments

 
HENRY V ANNOUNCEMENT
Due to illness and related personal circumstances for some of the team, we have had to take what is an ultimately gut-wrenching but unavoidable decision to cancel Henry V at Brixham Theatre. This is the first time in 17 years since we formed, that we have ever had to cancel a performance.

We did look at rescheduling but we’re unable to find a suitable local venue for January that allows for professional theatre with fast costume changes, a workable backdrop and the tech, as well as audience numbers. After that logistically it becomes too much as we run close to Ben Hur (already contracted in a number of venues across three counties of the Southwest) .

We are all self-employed freelance actors and creatives working professionally on many different things with different companies and via our agents, so rescheduling then becomes increasingly difficult- getting us all in the same place at the same time especially in the summer when a lot more film and tv work comes in via our agents & contact would make herding cats look easy. 

So, we will be focussing on making Ben Hur even bigger and better than it was going to be, and coming back to a stage near you with a bang in the spring. You’ll see many of the same cast in Ben Hur!
​
We do apologize sincerely for all disappointment for audience- John at Brixham Theatre will be in contact with you in due course if you have bought tickets. We will continue working like mad behind the scenes, and see you on stage soon.
0 Comments
<<Previous

    This is our new format news page. To read all our news between 2010 and Jan 2015, please see our old format news page HERE

    If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at
    [email protected]

    The South Devon Players Theatre & Film Company, is the trading name of The South Devon Players Limited;
    Registered at Companies House: Company number 11569166 
    ​

    Subscribe to our mailing list

    * indicates required
    Email Format
    Picture
    Tweets by @sdevonplayers

    Categories

    All
    1307
    Accessibility
    Acting
    Actor
    Actors
    Arts Council
    Assassins Creed
    Audio Drama
    Auditions
    Awards And Prizes
    Behind The Scenes
    Ben Hur
    Beowulf
    Birmingham
    Bristol
    Brixham
    Brixham Theatre
    Cabaret
    Casting Agency
    Church
    Collaboration
    Community
    Copyright
    Costume
    COVID 19
    COVID-19
    Ebay
    Edinbugh Fringe
    Education
    Equity
    Exeter
    Fanfilm
    Feedback
    Film
    Film Festival
    Filmmaking
    Fundraising
    Great Gale Of Brixham
    Harry Potter
    Henry V
    Inclusion & Diversity
    Jack The Ripper
    Les Miserables
    Local History
    London
    Macbeth
    Marketing
    Midsummer Nights Dream
    Modeling
    Mordred
    Music
    Networking
    New Writing
    OnlineMidsummer
    Our Stage Productions
    Photogallery
    Photography
    Pirate
    Plymouth
    Police
    Poster
    Press
    Publicity
    Radio
    Radio Play
    Recycling
    Rehearsal
    Rehearsals
    Reviews
    Romeo & Juliet 2025
    Safety
    Schools
    Shakespeare
    Show Dates
    Show Results
    Special Effects
    Stamps
    Steampunk
    Streaming
    Supporters
    Templar
    Theatre
    Theatre Festival
    The Edge
    Three Musketeers
    Titanic
    Torquay
    Training And Workshops
    Training & Employability
    Venue
    Victorian
    Video
    Vintage
    Virtual Theatre
    Voiceover
    Volunteering
    Website Updates
    Wellbeing
    Xmas
    Young People

    RSS Feed

    The South Devon Players theatre company, Brixham

    Archives

    May 2025
    April 2025
    March 2025
    January 2025
    December 2024
    November 2024
    October 2024
    September 2024
    August 2024
    July 2024
    May 2024
    April 2024
    February 2024
    December 2023
    November 2023
    October 2023
    September 2023
    August 2023
    July 2023
    June 2023
    May 2023
    April 2023
    March 2023
    February 2023
    January 2023
    December 2022
    November 2022
    October 2022
    September 2022
    August 2022
    July 2022
    June 2022
    May 2022
    April 2022
    March 2022
    February 2022
    January 2022
    December 2021
    November 2021
    October 2021
    September 2021
    August 2021
    July 2021
    June 2021
    May 2021
    April 2021
    March 2021
    February 2021
    January 2021
    December 2020
    November 2020
    October 2020
    September 2020
    August 2020
    July 2020
    June 2020
    May 2020
    April 2020
    March 2020
    February 2020
    January 2020
    December 2019
    November 2019
    October 2019
    September 2019
    August 2019
    July 2019
    June 2019
    May 2019
    April 2019
    March 2019
    February 2019
    January 2019
    December 2018
    November 2018
    October 2018
    September 2018
    August 2018
    July 2018
    June 2018
    May 2018
    April 2018
    March 2018
    February 2018
    January 2018
    December 2017
    October 2017
    September 2017
    August 2017
    July 2017
    June 2017
    May 2017
    April 2017
    March 2017
    February 2017
    January 2017
    December 2016
    November 2016
    October 2016
    September 2016
    August 2016
    June 2016
    May 2016
    April 2016
    March 2016
    February 2016
    January 2016
    December 2015
    November 2015
    October 2015
    September 2015
    August 2015
    July 2015
    June 2015
    May 2015
    April 2015
    March 2015
    February 2015
    January 2015

Powered by Create your own unique website with customizable templates.
  • Home
  • About us
  • Box Office
  • Auditions
  • Crewing
  • Find Us
  • Training
  • Latest news
  • Previous projects
  • Contact
  • Streaming Theatre
  • Casting services
  • Youtube
  • Policies
  • Fundraising & sponsors
  • Learning Zone
  • Merchandise Shop
  • Awards
  • Safety, inclusion & access
  • Blog: Creating Theatre
  • Volunteering
  • Reviews
  • Ebay fundraising
  • Ebid fundraising stamp sales