Ketton Players, Arms Lane, Haverhill (2026)

Ketton Players is an amateur dramatics society affiliated with the NODA (National Operatic and Dramatic Association). The group was founded over 30 years ago (and several founding members are still active!) and is based in Kedington, near Haverhill, Suffolk, close to the Suffolk-Cambridgeshire and Suffolk-Essex borders. Its name is derived from the alternative name for Kedington: Ketton. Our venue

is the Kedington Community Association (KCA) building, the Kedington Community Centre (KCC) on Arms Lane. We have several dozens of members, from thespians to technical people and handy-men; some are even all of the above! We can always use new members in any capacity and of any age, so why not message us.

06/04/2026

🕵️‍♂️ Murder, mystery… and a manor full of secrets! 🕵️‍♀️

Join Kettton Players for “The Mystery of Talbot Manor” – A Murder Night by Gary Simpson.

An immersive evening set inside a shadowy old manor where a missing heir, hidden family secrets, and strange experiments unfold… 👀
Will you uncover the truth before it’s too late?

📅 Friday 8th & Saturday 9th May
📍 Keddington Community Centre
⏰ Arrive 7:00pm | Starts 7:30pm

🎟️ £15 per ticket – includes a 2-course supper
(Jacket potato with beef or vegetarian chilli, plus dessert)

🍷 Bar available (beer, wine & soft drinks)

📞 Book now – limited spaces available!
Jill: 07974 656813
📧 [email protected]

Gather your friends, sharpen your detective skills, and prepare for an unforgettable night of intrigue, laughter, and suspense…

🕯️ **The truth lies within Talbot Manor… will you discove

03/02/2026

🎭 There Goes The Bride 🎭

Our next production is ‘There Goes The Bride’, a classic farce by Ray Cooney & John Chapman.

📖 Read through: Thursday 5 February 7:30pm at Kedington Community Centre
🎭 Auditions: Tuesday 10th February from 7:45pm and Thursday 12th February from 7:30pm
🎟️ Performances: 8th and 9th May

Synopsis:
On the morning of his daughter’s wedding, stressed advertising executive Timothy Westerby bangs his head and becomes convinced he’s back in the 1920s. He is accompanied by Polly Perkins, a flapper girl from one of his old advertising campaigns — unfortunately, no one else can see or hear her. As further knocks to the head send him back and forth between the present day and 1926, wedding preparations descend into chaos as family and friends attempt to get Timothy back to his senses and the bride down the aisle before it’s too late.

All welcome, whether you’re interested in performing or just want to come along and listen.

We hope to see you there, and please do pass this on to anyone else who may be interested. Each production helps fund the next and contributes towards the Community Centre.

If you’d prefer to help backstage or front of house, we’d be delighted to have you!

25/01/2026

🎭🍬 Hansel & Gretel – the panto fun is in full swing! 🍬🎭

What a fantastic opening weekend – huge thanks to everyone who came along and made it so special 💖
But don’t worry if you missed it… we’ve still got 3 brilliant shows left!

✨ Expect laughs, boos, sing-alongs, sparkle, and plenty of panto magic

📅 Still to come:
👉 Friday night – extra treat alert! 🍻🌭
There’ll be a bar AND hot food, so come early, grab a bite, and make a night of it.

🎟️ Tickets are still available – bring the family, bring your friends, bring your loudest panto voice!

Come and help us finish the run with a bang 💥
🧙‍♀️🍭🎶

09/12/2025

✨🍭 Ketton Players Pantomime 2026 Presents… Hansel & Gretel! 🍭✨

Get ready for a magical, fun-filled adventure as Hansel and Gretel take to the stage at Kedington Community Centre! 🎭✨
Packed with laughs, music, mischief, and plenty of sweets, this year’s panto is perfect for the whole family.

📅 Show Dates & Times:
⭐ Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th January – 4pm
⭐ Friday 30th January – 7:30pm
⭐ Saturday 31st January & Sunday 1st February – 4pm

🎟 Tickets:
Adults: £10
Concessions: £8
(Please note: No concessions on 1st February)

📝 Pre-book now!
Tickets can be reserved now, but payment isn’t due until 1st January, so get your seats secured early!

📞 Box Office:
Tel: 01440 713137
Mobile: 07974 656813
📩 Email: [email protected]

Come support your local community theatre and enjoy a classic tale brought to life with panto charm! 🌟
Book your tickets now before they disappear like breadcrumbs…

29/08/2025

🎭✨ Pantomime Auditions! ✨🎭

We’re excited to announce that auditions for this year’s pantomime will be held at Kedington Community Centre on:
📅 Tuesday 2nd September – 7:45pm
📅 Thursday 4th September – 7:45pm
📅 Tuesday 9th September – 7:45pm

Whether you’re a seasoned performer or brand new to the stage, we’d love to see you there! 🌟

Address

Arms Lane
Haverhill
CB97QQ

Telephone

01440 704320

Website

https://kedington-community-association.org.uk/join-in/ketton-players/

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