Note: The management reserves the right to change the programme should the occasion arise.  
Doors open at 7:30pm, all shows commence at 8:00pm unless otherwise stated.
 
 
Hand sanitizers are available at the theatre.
In line with Government advice, wearing of masks is a personal choice.
 

2025 - Our 62nd season at the Oasthouse Theatre

Puss In Boots

by Ben Crocker
Directed by Jo Godman

10th,11th, 17th,18th, 24th,25th, 31st January, 1st February 2025

Please note: Saturday shows are at 1pm, 4pm and 7pm

Block bookings, for 20+ seats now available (until online bookings open) via Helen Caston


Book now

Online (link above) and telephone bookings now open

Advanced Postal Booking Form

Downloadable A4 poster

When Jack, the youngest son of a miller, receives his inheritance, he finds his father has left him nothing but the mill cat! Meanwhile, his two older and mischievous brothers, Jasper and Jethro, inherit the mill and all the miller's riches. But, the feline in question is no ordinary cat! As soon as the good fairy gives Puss a magical pair of boots, the cat finds his voice and sets about changing his master's destiny which, of course, is to win Princess Esmerelda's hand in marriage. Along the way, Jack and Puss will have to outwit not only the bad fairy, but also the disgusting Ogre, Grimgrab, who is terrorising the village and who also wants to marry the princess —; whether she likes it or not! Throw in to the mix a soppy but musical King Wally, a forceful Queen Wendy, a splash of musical numbers and a scattering of delicious cameo roles, including: Bobby the royal page; the Ogre's castle guards; Babs and Betty (girlfriends of Jasper and Jethro) and, of course, a trio of killer rabbits!! It all adds up to a couple of hours of fun, laughter and mayhem —; just "Purrrrfect"!!

 
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The Acoustic Sessions

Saturday 15th February 2025


Book now

Online (link above) and telephone bookings now open
Note: All tickets £6
Tickets also available from the bar on Tuesday evenings.

Downloadable A4 poster

Another intimate evening of acoustic music showcasing acts from around the county and beyond. Always popular, get your tickets fast!

Featuring Fate the Juggler, Simon Bunyan, Luke Bailey, and a spoken word slot featuring Neil Thorne and Pauline Holmes.

If you are interested in performing at a future session then please contact Luke via the Acoustic Sessions Facebook page.

 
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A Little Murder Never Hurt Anybody

by Ron Bernas
Directed by Andrew Manktelow

13th-15th, 20th-22nd March 2025


Book now

Online (link above) and telephone bookings now open

Advanced Postal Booking Form

Downloadable A4 poster

The Perrys have it all — money, friends and status in the community — but their marriage seems to have landed in a rut. As they make their traditional New Year's resolutions together, Matthew declares to Julia that he wants something more — to be able to travel abroad, to play golf everyday, to spend more time at his club. Thus, he resolves to kill her by next New Year's Eve so he will be free to pursue his heart's desires. Julia takes his resolution in her stride and resolves to remain alive. Their games begin and they let no one stand in their ways as they attempt to keep their resolutions as the year goes by. To liven things up, we add the Perry's spoiled, dim-witted and shallow daughter Bunny, her bright and forgiving boyfriend Donald and their plans for their wedding on the following New Year's Eve. We also have to deal with Buttram, the Perry's longtime butler who harbours a dreadful secret — or two. Entering into the fray is a bumbling police detective named Plotnik who tries to figure out "who-done-it"… assuming that something really has been done. Who will succeed in his or her resolution, and who gets caught in the crossfire?

 
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The Acoustic Sessions

Saturday 12th April 2025


Online and telephone bookings available from 16th February 2025
Note: All tickets £6
Tickets also available from the bar on Tuesday evenings.

Downloadable A4 poster

Another intimate evening of acoustic music showcasing acts from around the county and beyond. Always popular, get your tickets fast!

If you are interested in performing at a future session then please contact Luke via the Acoustic Sessions Facebook page.

 
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The Good Life

by Jeremy Sams
based on the BBC TV series
by John Esmonde & Bob Larbey
Directed by Phillip Willing

8th-10th, 15th-17th May 2025

Saturday matinées at 4pm


Online and telephone bookings available from 3rd February 2025

Advanced Postal Bookings available from 3rd February 2025.

Downloadable A4 poster

When Tom and Barbara Good decide to exchange the pressures of the rat race for an alternative, more sustainable way of living, they set about turning their suburban home in Surbiton into a model of self-sufficiency. They grow their own fruit and veg, keep livestock in the garden, make their own clothes, and even generate their own electricity from manure.It's the good life for them - but not for Margo and Jerry Leadbetter, who live next door, and are desperately trying to maintain the Surbiton status quo. Jeremy Sams's stage play, based on the hugely popular sitcom by John Esmonde and Bob Larbey, reunites the well-loved characters as they get themselves into and out of scrapes - some old, some new, all hilarious.

 
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VE Day 80th Anniversary Concert

Directed by Dean Caston

30th and 31st May 2025


Online and telephone bookings available from 1st February 2025

Downloadable A4 poster

Join members of the Society for an evening of songs and sketches to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day.

 
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The Acoustic Sessions

Saturday 14th June 2025


Online and telephone bookings available from 13th April 2025
Note: All tickets £6
Tickets also available from the bar on Tuesday evenings.

Downloadable A4 poster

Another intimate evening of acoustic music showcasing acts from around the county and beyond. Always popular, get your tickets fast!

If you are interested in performing at a future session then please contact Luke via the Acoustic Sessions Facebook page.

 
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A Bunch of Amateurs

by Ian Hislop & Nick Newman
Directed by Steve Berry

10th-12th, 17th-19th July 2025


Online and telephone bookings available from 1st April 2025

Advanced Postal Bookings available from 1st April 2025.

Downloadable A4 poster

Keen to boost his flagging career, fading Hollywood action hero Jefferson Steele arrives in England to play King Lear in Stratford – only to find that this is not the birthplace of the Bard, but a sleepy Suffolk village. And instead of Kenneth Branagh and Dame Judi Dench, the cast are a bunch of amateurs trying to save their theatre from developers. Jefferson's monstrous ego, vanity and insecurity are tested to the limit by the enthusiastic amdram thespians. As acting worlds collide and Jefferson's career implodes, he discovers some truths about himself – along with his inner Lear!

 
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The Acoustic Sessions

Saturday 4th October 2025


Online and telephone bookings available from 15th June 2025
Note: All tickets £6
Tickets also available from the bar on Tuesday evenings.

Downloadable A4 poster

Another intimate evening of acoustic music showcasing acts from around the county and beyond. Always popular, get your tickets fast!

If you are interested in performing at a future session then please contact Luke via the Acoustic Sessions Facebook page.

 
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A Christmas Carol
A live radio play

Adapted by Joe Landry
from the novel by Charles Dickens
Directed by Kerry Bailey

6th-8th, 13th-15th November 2025


Online and telephone bookings available from 4th August 2025

Downloadable A4 poster

The classic tale by Charles Dickens comes to life as a live 1940s radio broadcast, complete with commercials, and the magic of live sound effects. A handful of actors bring dozens of characters to the stage, as the familiar story unfolds with three ghosts taking Ebenezer Scrooge on a thrilling journey to teach him the true meaning of Christmas. A charming take on a family favourite that will leave no one saying "Bah Humbug!"

 
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The Acoustic Sessions

Saturday 6th December 2025


Online and telephone bookings available from 5th October 2025
Note: All tickets £6
Tickets also available from the bar on Tuesday evenings.

Downloadable A4 poster

Another intimate evening of acoustic music showcasing acts from around the county and beyond. Always popular, get your tickets fast!

If you are interested in performing at a future session then please contact Luke via the Acoustic Sessions Facebook page.

 
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