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Written by Dean Beedell (webmaster)   

Henley Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society.
Affiliated to the National Operatic & Dramatic Association.  Registered Charity 259404. simon williams our President

President: Simon Williams.

HAODS was formed in 1922 and each year mikado3.jpgusually puts on two musicals and a play at Henley's Kenton Theatre and, every other year at an open-air venue.  Our major shows are the musicals, usually one around April and again in November.  Productions of plays varies, but we always have an entry into the Kenton Drama Festival.

The Kenton Theatre is a Regency gem, opened in 1805, set in the heart of Henley-on-Thames.  The fourth oldest working theatre in the country, the Kenton’s two hundred and thirty four seat auditorium has a warm, friendly and cosy intimacy that makes it a perfect performance space for both HAODS's large scaletheatre-interior.jpg musicals and intimate plays.  Kate Winslet and the West End's Oliver, Harry Stott are just two of the many stars who trod the Kenton stage at an early age, Harry having appeared in our production of Singin' in the Rain in 2004.

We are fortunate to own the well-equipped Green Room, behind the Kenton, which is where we hold our rehearsals and social events; our extensive wardrobe is also stored there, in a recently built extension.  Rehearsals usually take place three nights a week for large productions, which increase to Sunday rehearsals closer to the production date.  Readings and our auditions are generally open to all.  If you are a non-member and are fortunate enough to be cast in a show, you will be required to join as a performing member.

New members are always welcome – whether as budding actors, or to help backstage with set building, costumes or props – or maybe just as a supporter to enjoy the social functions.  Drop into one of our Coffee Mornings, Club Room Lunches or come and see a production.  You will have the warmest of welcomes and the best of times if you stay!  Click here to Join Us.

Vice Presidents
Mr M Chalcroft His Worship the Mayor of Henley Mr J Luker
Mr R Hardy CBE His Worship the Mayor of Falaise Mr J A R Yeates
Mr Simon Langton Mr J Yeates Mrs A Luker

Life Members
Nansi Diamond Mary Reece

NODA Long Service Awards
1977 Mrs V Barter 1983 Mr JAR & Mrs J Yeates
1976 Mr J & Mrs A Luker 1990 Mrs J Taylor
 
Click here to view our past glories

 

 

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Father Christmas
written by Georgina Chapman, December 01, 2009
Hi there,

Strange request i realise! I am on the hunt for a father Christmas - I am organising the Henley NCT Christmas Party and as part of this 'father Christmas' is coming to hand out gifts. My husband was going to do it but it now looks as though he has a meeting on that day (the 11th December). Do you have any members that resemble Father Christmas that might like to spend alf an hour handing out toys? Also do you happen to have a Father Christmas suit?

Many thanks foe your help!

Kind regards
Dean Beedell (webmaster)
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written by Dean Beedell (webmaster), December 01, 2009
your request has been forwarded onto the Chairman who might know someone... she will also know what the wardrobe has in the way of Santa suits.

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