Meetings
As well as putting on productions, CADS runs a series of more-or-less regular meetings related to drama in all its aspects. Often these take the form of play readings but we've also had talks by visiting speakers, a film show, several quizzes and a number of excellent mini-workshops.
Past meetings have included an exciting series of acting workshops focusing on duologues hosted by former professional actor Martin Maynard, and a hugely entertaining account of "Life After CADS" by former CADS regular and now professional actor Kim Ensor.
Our most recent meetings have included an introduction to the technical aspects of the theatre, and a read-through of two of the plays we recorded for Royston Radio.
Next up are two play readings in what we hope will be a regular series. These are open to absolutely anyone and take the form of a round-the-room reading, so that everybody who turns up gets a chance to read aty least one part during the evening.
On Tuesday 13 May, Kathy Young will introduce a read-through of Bleak Expectations by Mark Evans. Originally a radio comedy series, it's a parody of the works of Charles Dickens, as well as other adventure, science fiction, and costume dramas set in the same period. Bleak Expectations parodies several of their plot devices whilst simultaneously tending toward surreal humour. The reading is taking place at Icknield Walk First School and begins at 7.30 p.m.
On Tuesday 8 July, Michael Young will present a reading of Night and Day by Tom Stoppard. Set in a fictional and war-torn African nation, this focuses on a diverse group of journalists, all keen to get an interview with the President and/or the leader of the faction trying to overthrow him. In the process, it has much to say about press freedom, journalistic ethics, exploitation and corruption as well as having a sub-plot that revolves around marital infidelity. The venue for this is likely to be Icknield Walk Fikrst School again but this is yet to be confirmed so watch this space!
With all our evening meetings, there's no need to book - just turn up on the night! It's completely FREE, and open to absolutely anyone, whether or not you've been involved with CADS in the past.
Our meetings take place at various locations in Royston, including the Coombes Community Centre on Burns Road, The Old Schoolhouse on Market Hill, and Icknield Walk First School in Poplar Drive. They usually start at 7.30 p.m. and last until about 9.00 p.m. (with maybe a break for refreshments, depending on the nature of the evening) but on occasion may go on slightly longer.
If you have an idea for any future meetings, or would like to lead a session yourself, please contact the CADS Secretary....
Watch this site and/or our newsletter and/or our Facebook page for details of future meetings!