THEATRE AT THE HEART OF OUR COMMUNITY
WHAT’S ON
PANTO 2025
PERFORMANCES:
THURSDAY 23rd JAN 2025 - 7.30 PM
FRIDAY 24th JAN 2025 - 7.30 PM
SATURDAY 25th JAN 2025 - 2.00 PM
SATURDAY 25th JAN 2025 - 7.30 PM
THURSDAY 30th JAN 2025 - 7.30 PM
FRIDAY 31st JAN 2025 - 7.30 PM
SATURDAY 1st FEB 2025 - 7.30 PM
ESTIMATED RUN TIME: 135 minutes, including a 20-minute interval
AGE RESTRICTIONS: This show is suitable for all ages. Young children and infants are encouraged to attend the matinee performance on Saturday the 25th of January, as they may find it more fun!
A BIT ABOUT THE SHOW:
Arrr, ye be in for a rip-roarin' good time with this here pirate pantomime! Robinson Crusoe & the Pirates, penned by the great Alan P. Frayn, be a true treasure chest o' fun! Ye'll find yerself knee-deep in swashbucklin' action, fair damsels in distress, cannibals on a lonely isle, and enough sing-along shanties to make yer heart sing like a merry crew!
The crew sets sail on a wild voyage o' madness, from the sugar plantations o' Brazil, down to the murky depths o' the sea, and onto a deserted island full o' surprises, with a final sail back to Brazil just in time for Mardi Gras!
And don’t ye forget the fabulous Senorita Margarita Juicilita, the saucy panto dame who'll have ye laughin' 'til yer belly aches! Alongside her trusty son, Nutty Nick, and the dim-witted pirates Cross-Bones and Skull-Duggery, this here be a panto fit for the whole crew—young or old! Arrr, it be a show that’ll shiver yer timbers and leave ye hollerin’ for more!
SUMMER PLAY: TBA
PERFORMANCES:
FRIDAY 13th JUNE 2025 - 7.30 PM
SATURDAY 14th JUNE 2025 - 7.30 PM
FRIDAY 20th JUNE 2025 - 7.30 PM
SATURDAY 21st JUNE 2025 - 7.30 PM
An opportunity to Save The Date for our summer play.
Full details to follow.
ABOUT
Founded in 1980, Cherhill Village Theatre (CVT) has been a vibrant hub for community-based amateur dramatics, welcoming people of all ages and abilities to get involved. With a focus on creating opportunities for local talent, our members range from those just starting their acting journey to seasoned performers, with many of our long-time members having grown up on stage—from playing ladybirds or teddy bears to now starring as Beauty or the Pantomime Dame!
Known far and wide for our annual pantomime, which brightens the dark winter months with performances every January, CVT has delighted audiences with a diverse range of productions over the years. From classic pantomimes like Cinderella and Mother Goose to more eccentric fare like Bun Fight at the OK Corral and May The Farce Be With You, we’re always ready to entertain with something a little different.
But it’s not all about the panto! CVT has staged a variety of productions, including dramatic plays, one-night revues, a children’s production of Bugsy Malone, and even an outdoor performance of Toad of the Manor. We’ve also made our mark on BBC’s Countryfile, showcasing the quirky story of the "naked highwaymen" of Cherhill in 2011. Most recently, we hosted a successful Variety Show, featuring an exciting mix of music, comedy, and non-stop entertainment across two stages.
We are always on the lookout for new talent! Whether you have a passion for acting, singing, painting, costume design and dressmaking, or simply want to help behind the scenes (or make the tea!), everyone is welcome to join our community. Membership is open to all adults who live in or around Cherhill, and to children over the age of eight who either live in the village or attend Cherhill Primary School.
Come join the fun and become part of our creative family—there’s something for everyone at Cherhill Village Theatre!
But enough from us… Here’s what you said
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"We have been attending perfomances in Cherhill for years and are constantly impressed by the standard of production"
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"We love Cherhill panotmimes. They are so well done an are a great laugh for all of the family. After years of watching it with my children, I now enjoy taking my grand children too."
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"How a little village theatre group achieves this standard of production I will never know. The moment you set foot in the hall and the show starts you could be at the West End!"
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"The Variety show was fantastic. Fast moving from beginning to end and so much talent"
FAQs
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Generally speaking, no!
Jeans and T-shirt, a business suit, whatever you like, it really doesn’t matter.
Occasionally our shows are themed and we encourage the audience to dress accordingly. It just adds to the fun of the evening, but is entirely optional.
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There is limited parking at the village hall. We encourage you to find suitable parking around the village. Please be respectful of private driveways and always ensure that there is room for an emergency vehicle to pass.
We also ask that noise levels are kept to a minimum when leaving the hall.
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The Village Hall premises are accessible for wheelchair users and people with mobility issues.
Accessible Seating: We provide accessible seating at all of our performances. If your booking for a show includes a requirement for accessible seating, please do not book through the online system, but instead contact our Box Office on 07516 984809 or email us at boxoffice@cvtg.co.uk.
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There is a hearing loop active in the hall. This will transmit much of the action and dialogue from the performance, but please bear in mind that not all actors will have microphones.
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We encourage you to try our Online Box-Office as it will streamline the process and the issuing of your tickets. However, if you have any problems or need to speak to one of the team, you can call our Box Office on 07516 984809 or email us at: boxoffice@cvtg.co.uk.
Our Box Office is manned by volunteers, so please leave a message if you can’t get through and please be understanding if it takes us a little while to come to you.
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Yes you can. If you experience any problems, perhaps because of limited availability, you should call the box office on 07516 984809 and they will do their best to accommodate you.
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No. The ticket prices advertised are all you have to pay.
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Refunds
Tickets are non-refundable.
Exchanges
Generally exchanges are not possible, but please contact the box office if an unexpected issue arises. -
Approximate running times appear on the show information page on the website or you can call the box office on 07516 984809. Most shows have an interval of 20 minutes.
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Age restrictions for each show will be published on the show information page.
Please be aware that any child aged 16 or under must be accompanied by an adult.
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The use of all photographic and recording equipment (including mobile phones) is strictly prohibited because of copyright law. We ask that you turn off or silence your mobile before you go in to the auditorium.
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