Tewkesbury Arts & Drama Society

Tewkesbury Arts & Drama Society Bringing drama to Tewkesbury for over 50 years: Tewkesbury's award-winning amateur theatre company. All decisions are made at the monthly meetings.

The society is run by its members from its monthly meeting (as distinct from a committee which determines everything) at which visitors are welcome. We usually rehearse twice a week so if you cannot make a meeting why not come along to one of them, and meet us there? In May 2008 the name of the society was changed to Tewkesbury Arts & Drama Society. TADS is always pleased to welcome new members to

add to the ranks. Both young and old, experienced or novice are welcome to come along and meet the Society's members at any of our rehearsals or meetings. In addition to the actors and actresses needed for our productions, we always have many posts to fill for the backstage crew. These posts include: Marketing, Stage Management, Rehearsal Prompt, Properties, Lighting & Sound, Costumes, Set design & construction, Front of House, etc. TADS does not set any qualifications or requirements for membership: if you want to join us that is qualification enough. However membership does not confer any right to be in a production; auditions are held for members of the cast of our productions. TADS is run by all of its members; there is no committee or cabal running it. Become a member and turn up at the meeting and you have as much say as the wizened old-timer in the corner. TADS perform all types of productions, from comedies and musicals to drama and the classics, but with an emphasis on drama. The society performs at the local One Act play festivals, usually presenting plays written by our members. TADS members who are involved with a production for the first time are often surprised at the amount of fun we have producing plays to the high standards we set ourselves. Whether it is a small production with just our vastly experienced trained actors, a community performance with children and first time actors (or the usual something in between these extremes) we always aim for the highest standard of production. It should also be noted that involvement in our productions is a lot of hard work at times, both during rehearsals and at home. TADS rehearsals are usually held twice a week. TADS also organise other events such as visits to other companies' productions.

13/06/2026
10/06/2026

Our next monthly meeting will be held on Tuesday 7th July, at 7.30pm, at The Cross House Tavern, Tewkesbury. Everyone is welcome.

07/06/2026

What to expect at our first This Is Tewkesbury Community Day:

There are lots of activities and interests for all ages. In addition to simple information stalls we have demonstrations, performances and the chance to try something new.

Singing from the Choir Factor & Tewkesbury Pub Singers

Drama from TADS, and the world renowned Tewkesbury Mummers ("Unforgetable", - Tewks Direct).

Music from Tewkesbury Town Band, the U3A Strummers

Health & Well-being with the NHS, A Circle of Friends, Glos. Breastfeeding Network

Sports to try, including cricket, archery, rugby, Nerf ball

Take a trip in the Air Cadet's Flight Simulators

Explore nature with Tewkesbury Nature Reserve, Friends of the Earth and TrexExplore.

Meet the Blood Bikers of Severn Freewheelers who deliver blood and other urgent medical supplies.

Tewkesbury Battlefield Society will bring the maquette of a statue of Margaret Of Anjou, who led the Lancastrians at the battle in 1471

Faith groups from the Abbey, Baptists, Holy Trinity & Churches Together

History, Heritage and Civic Pride with the Historical and Civic Societies, and Tewkesbury Museum

Youth Activities with the Boy's Brigade, Air & Sea Cadets and Young Gloucestershire

For pre-school children, their parents and carers, we have Popits, with lots of toys and activities.

And, there is a chance to explore the fabulous Tewkesbury Abbey and Grounds. Over 900 years of history.

The Abbey will be running Tower Tours at extra cost.

Refreshments will be available at the Abbey Garden Cafe, a pop-up café in the church, and, weather permitting a barbecue in the gardens.

06/06/2026

Thank you to MAV Creative Ltd for continually supporting and sponsoring community events such as our first This Is Tewkesbury community day and Tewkesbury Arts & Drama Society productions.

For technical and creative services for events, print work and installations, MAV Creative Ltd is a great local choice.

04/06/2026

Nicky's here with stories to make you smile, great music and daytime conversation.

03/06/2026

10 days to go!!!
This Is Tewkesbury is all about celebrating and strengthening our community by building on the fantastic things we already have and encouraging new ideas and opportunities to grow. It's a chance to discover the wide range of groups, clubs, organisations, activities and projects that make our town such a vibrant place to live, whether they've been part of Tewkesbury for decades or are just getting started. The event brings people together to find out what's happening locally, make new connections, share skills and ideas, and explore ways to get involved or work together. At its heart, This Is Tewkesbury is about investing in our community and helping everyone feel part of it. Our message is simple: Discover. Connect. Belong.


https://thisistewkesbury.org/

01/06/2026

Our next monthly meeting will be held on Tuesday 9th June, at 7.30pm, at The Cross House Tavern, Tewkesbury. Everyone is welcome.

Address

Sovereign Cottage, Back Lane
Tewkesbury
GL207LH

Telephone

01684 773120

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