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The Players Theatre
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Thame's intimate theatre venue hosts a variety of drama, live music, opera, jazz, Shakespeare, panto etc. and is also available to hire for your event.
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steve C
Kwando Concession NG14, Botswana2 contributions
The Little Shop of Horrors was massively enjoyable.
Sep 2023 • Family
Wow, wow, wow! What an amazing show. I'm a big fan of TLSoH, and was lucky enough to see the West End show several times, and the movie is one of my favourites. To be honest, I was a little nervous about being disappointed, because I couldn't imagine how they could pull it off, but WOW.

The superbly talented cast, and their stunningly convincing performances gave me goosebumps more often than I could count. And the West End show never made me cry. Everybody shone, but Seymore and Audrey were particularly mesmerising and I was entranced.

And still, they were only supporting the extraordinary "Audrey 2". From the cinematically perfect growth spurt after poor Seymore's first blood donation, to the spectacular caravan sized monster finale. It should not be possible to cram such a huge Little Shop into such a tiny and intimate space, but the worst thing is that not enough people will see this marvel.

Thanks for an amazing night. For £12! I would have not complained if it had been £40. Congratulations.

Love from the guy in the yellow hat. xx
Written September 15, 2023
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Mike R
Burcot, UK11 contributions
Yet another enjoyable evening!
Mar 2023
Yet another enjoyable evening at this wonderful little theatre. We went to see Thame Players latest production - "A Bunch of Amateurs". Really great play, well directed and performed. The use of the stage to create three separate acting areas was really well done and the stage crew swapped out the areas smoothly and efficiently. The refurbished foyer looks warm and welcoming as well. Give it a visit if you can!
Written March 8, 2023
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Darren A. Smith
Oxford, UK1,076 contributions
Love this Local Theatre - Well Worth a Night Out, Especially at Christmas
Dec 2015 • Family
Every year we make our 'pilgrimage' to the local Christmas play. It is always fantastic. The same old faces appear on stage and are enthusiastic and make it a great night and the bar is cheap.

Top tip: Don't wear a coat or a jumper because it can get warm in there.
Written June 25, 2016
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James McCann
"Old faces"? I mean, you're not wrong. Thank you for your kind words, I do hope you've been back since.
Written February 20, 2023
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KathyWKD
Norfolk11 contributions
Great Evening
May 2019 • Friends
We went to see Witness for the Prosecution - an Agatha Christie play - by the Thame Players. The theatre is small and intimate, and the overall production was great. A very enjoyable evening. Already planning to visit again.
Written May 13, 2019
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James McCann
Thank you for your kind review.
Written February 20, 2023
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Sarah H
88 contributions
Cheap Cinema Nights
Oct 2018 • Family
My family and I occasionally come to the players theatre if their screening a recent movie. Lovely people who run it, super relaxed and chilled, good value for money and an excuse to get everyone together for the evening!
Written January 7, 2019
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James McCann
I'm pleased you enjoy the experience, I hope you'll keep coming back. Let us know what else you'd like to see.
Written February 20, 2023
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PaulCalladine
Tring, UK2 contributions
Fantastic little theatre!!
Oct 2018 • Friends
Well it was my first time and I went to see John Challis last night,

What a lovely place, lovely staff - really really friendly and drinks were very good value, looking forward to coming back again soon.....I can't recommend it enough,

Thank You!!
Written October 15, 2018
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James McCann
Thank you for your kind words. It means a lot when people compliment us. We hope you've been back since.
Written February 20, 2023
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Helen J
Thame, UK121 contributions
A gem of a theatre in a highly rated market town
Mar 2016 • Solo
The Players Theatre is just off Upper High Street in a converted 100-year-old church hall, next to the Fire Station. They stage 5 of their own productions a year, including an unmissable annual pantomime (all put on by amateurs, but often you wouldn't know it), and a wide variety of visiting acts from musical events to appearances by celebrities. There is also a cinema showing a broad range of films including new releases. You are sure of a warm welcome from the moment you step into the foyer and bar area. The front of house team are excellent. I have not seen a poor show here yet. The theatre has a strong local following, and it's advisable to book - you can do this online from their website. The theatre can seat up to 132 in the auditorium and balcony. I have just seen Mari Wilson in concert here, with a selection of numbers by Dusty Springfield, Cilla Black, and others, arranged by Mari and her accompanists. She was first-class and the audience were very appreciative.
Written March 15, 2016
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