Applications to become a new team member in our management group MUST be in by the 30th of September.
Our charity is run by a team of 11 trustees and supported by a wider team who have specific roles to help manage the day-to-day tasks, as well as production teams for each project. We have a vacancy for a new trustee, as well as a number of positions in the wider team ✨
To find out more details (including the benefits of joining), have a look at our sign-up form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdSPxIBbKhyen3QM0uBKKxiRzVigH9-N1quHCrcf7GonwANfg/viewform?usp=sharing
Hi. I'm Vanessa. I've been a part of Limelight since 2019, performing in several shows. I am proud to be a Trustee and to be Musical Director (MD) for the Community Ensemble.
I am MD too for 'A Grand Night for Singing', and Stage Directing along with the cast. It's scary and fun, a challenge, and a great pleasure to be working with such a fabulous group of people.
My favourite song? 'Wash That Man'! Awesome harmonies, so much fun, and just a bit of Girl Power!
You can catch the show at the Sir John Mills Theatre on Friday 18th & Saturday 19th October: https://easternangles.co.uk/event/a-grand-night-for-singing
Hi, I'm Amelia! This is my first ever show with Limelight Performers and I am so excited to be performing with an amazing cast for 'A Grand Night for Singing'! I am playing Vicki, who is a very bubbly and naive young lady. I love all the songs in the show but my favourite song so far is 'Kansas City' because it’s a different arrangement to the original and the harmonies are fabulous.
You can catch the show at the Sir John Mills Theatre on Friday 18th & Saturday 19th October: https://easternangles.co.uk/event/a-grand-night-for-singing
My name is Ethan and I am super excited to be performing as Jason in my first show with Limelight. This is my first full production outside of school shows, and I couldn’t have asked for a better cast to perform with. My favourite song in the show is 'All At Once You Love Her' because it is a beautiful duet between me and Martin (Gavin).
You can catch the show at the Sir John Mills Theatre on Friday 18th & Saturday 19th October: https://easternangles.co.uk/event/a-grand-night-for-singing
Hi! I'm Natasha. I've been with Limelight Performers since its conception in 2019 and am delighted to have been part of the Trustee team, as well as having directed, choreographed and musically directed (MD) many shows for the company. I'm thrilled to be the MD for the upcoming production of SIX this November at St Peter's by the Waterfront.
In this show, I'm taking on the role of Lynne and can't wait for you to hear all your favourite Rodgers & Hammerstein numbers but with a slight twist! My favourite song in the show is either the Andrews Sisters' style, close harmony, 'Many a New Day / I'm Gonna Wash That Man' alongside Naomi and Amelia or 'Honey Bun' with the full company, as it's just so joyous and feel good and has provided many comic moments in rehearsals alongside our excellent MD, Vanessa.
You can catch the show at the Sir John Mills Theatre on Friday 18th & Saturday 19th October: https://easternangles.co.uk/event/a-grand-night-for-singing
I’m Gavin and I am excited to be joining Limelight performers to play Martin. The chance to perform songs by Roger’s and Hammerstein again was too good to turn down. My favourite song in the show is 'Kansas City' with its subtle changes to the original and amazing harmonies.
You can catch the show at the Sir John Mills Theatre on Friday 18th & Saturday 19th October: https://easternangles.co.uk/event/a-grand-night-for-singing
Hi! My name is Naomi, I have been with Limelight Performers since 2019 and 'A Grand Night For Singing' will be my 5th show. I am playing Alyson, who is a confident and bubbly show performer. I'm really looking forward to bringing her to life! My favourite song in the show is 'That's The Way It Happens' because it has some lines that make me smile!
You can catch the show at the Sir John Mills Theatre on Friday 18th & Saturday 19th October: https://easternangles.co.uk/event/a-grand-night-for-singing
We're currently taking applications for some new team members to join our current management group. Our charity is run by a team of 11 trustees and supported by a wider team who have specific roles to help manage the day-to-day tasks, as well as production teams for each project. We have a vacancy for a new trustee, as well as a number of positions in the wider team.
To find out more details (including the benefits of joining), have a look at our sign-up form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdSPxIBbKhyen3QM0uBKKxiRzVigH9-N1quHCrcf7GonwANfg/viewform?usp=sharing
Rehearsals: 11th-15th August 2025 (9am - 5pm)
Performances: 16th August 2025 (shows at 11am, 3pm & 7pm)
Details on how to book will be released shortly! For now, you can find out more about the project here: https://www.limelightperformers.co.uk/post/newsies
Limelight Performers Production of Disney's Newsies Jr!
Music by Alan Menken
Lyrics by Jack Feldman
Book by Harvey Fierstein
Based on the Disney Film Written by Bob Tzudiker and Noni White
Originally Produced on Broadway by Disney Theatrical Productions
This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International. All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.co.uk
The deadline for submissions of virtual auditions for the role of Catherine of Aragon is tomorrow (Sunday the 1st) at 10pm. Don't miss out! 💜
Full details below:
Due to unforeseen circumstances, we need a fierce new Catherine of Aragon to join our cast of SIX: Teen Edition! If you’re aged 14-19 (as of 29th November) and ready to slay, this is your chance!
Virtual Auditions Only: Submit by 10pm, Sunday, 1st September
Rehearsals: Tuesdays & Thursdays, starting 3rd September 2024
Performances: 29th Nov - 1st Dec 2024 at St. Peter’s by the Waterfront
How to Audition:
Sing: Record an excerpt from “No Way”
Act: Perform the Catherine of Aragon monologue
Ready to Go? Sign Up Here! 🎬 https://forms.gle/h6Mz5sNeaTwwgv5w8
All audition materials and details are in the sign-up form. Submit your videos via email to natasha@limelightperformers.co.uk or through WeTransfer. Don’t forget to include your full name!
Important Notes:
You’ll join our existing cast of 11 performers, alternating shows.
No ensemble roles—this is your chance to shine!
Show Fees: £40 covers script/score, show T-shirt, pro production elements, and more.
Check the sign-up form for all dates—availability is a must!
Got questions? Reach out to Natasha via email or WhatsApp at 07484 336729.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, we need a fierce new Catherine of Aragon to join our cast of SIX: Teen Edition! If you’re aged 14-19 (as of 29th November) and ready to slay, this is your chance!
What You Need to Know:
Virtual Auditions Only: Submit by 10pm, Sunday, 1st September
Rehearsals: Tuesdays & Thursdays, starting 3rd September 2024
Performances: 29th Nov - 1st Dec 2024 at St. Peter’s by the Waterfront
How to Audition:
Sing: Record an excerpt from “No Way”
Act: Perform the Catherine of Aragon monologue
Ready to Go? Sign Up Here! 🎬 https://forms.gle/h6Mz5sNeaTwwgv5w8
All audition materials and details are in the sign-up form. Submit your videos via email to natasha@limelightperformers.co.uk or through WeTransfer. Don’t forget to include your full name!
Important Notes:
You’ll join our existing cast of 11 performers, alternating shows.
No ensemble roles—this is your chance to shine!
Show Fees: £40 covers script/score, show T-shirt, pro production elements, and more.
Check the sign-up form for all dates—availability is a must!
Got questions? Reach out to Natasha via email or WhatsApp at 07484 336729.
Don’t miss out—this is your moment to be a queen! 💜👑
Advance sales with our Friends Members have meant availability is now limited, so book your space before it goes!
If you'd rather get involved in the production of the show, we're really excited to offer spaces to join our young crew or be a young creative. We'd love for you to come and learn about what happens behind the scenes 🎧
More info and sign up forms are available on our website at: https://www.limelightperformers.co.uk/post/feb25
After just 5 days of rehearsals, they put on 3 wonderful shows. We're always blown away by how much these young people can learn in the space of a week, and are so proud of each and every one of them.
Thank you so much to everyone involved, including our creative and production team, chaperones, volunteers, and the cast & crew themselves - special thanks to Sadie for taking these amazing pictures!
To see more production pictures, have a look on our website: https://www.limelightperformers.co.uk/post/summer2024
We can’t wait for the next one… 🧡
📸 @bigfishphoto1
A musical revue showcasing the music of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II. With songs from favourite musicals such as Oklahoma, Carousel and the King and I, to lesser known productions such as Allegro, this show will get your feet tapping and give you a feel-good buzz.
Performing at the Sir John Mills Theatre on 18th and 19th October is our fabulous cast of five. Come and see:
Amelia Norton as Vicki
Naomi Clarke as Alyson
Natasha Stevenson as Lynne
Gavin Roper as Martin
Ethan Cory as Jason
Tickets are on sale now! Visit: https://easternangles.co.uk/event/a-grand-night-for-singing
A couple of extra tickets have been released for the morning and afternoon shows, so be sure to get them before they go!
gallerystudiotheatre.co.uk/book-tickets
We’re two days into our rehearsals and can already say that our three sell-out shows on Saturday will be incredible. Keep an eye on our socials to see more sneak peeks before we open!
After an incredible first rehearsal last week we are excited to announce the casts for our upcoming performance of Six : Teen Edition.
Performing on Friday 29 Nov (eve) and Saturday 30 Nov (eve) our Sapphire Cast and Saturday 30 Nov (pm) and Sunday 1 Dec (eve) our Ruby cast!
Your Queens…
Catherine of Aragon: Beth McCormack (Sapphire) and Harley Page (Ruby)
Anne Boleyn: Francesca Ratcliffe (Sapphire) and Lola Miller (Ruby)
Jane Seymour: Annie Canham (Sapphire) and Kacie Everett (Ruby)
Anne of Cleves: Millie Strafford (Sapphire) and Milena Burza-Mayne (Ruby)
Katherine Howard: Millie-May Garside (Sapphire) and Izzie Garner (Ruby)
Catherine Parr: Sophia Price (Sapphire) and Martha Menary (Ruby)
Tickets on sale now via https://www.stpetersbythewaterfront.com/whats-on/six-limelight-performers
Thank you to Geek Retreat Ipswich for hosting our first rehearsal with the fabulous Limelight Performers team including kellymcmercerharben natasha_g_stevenson lornamay81 beckystrafford
We're looking for a pianist and a cellist for our production of A Grand Night For Singing coming up this autumn - if you're a musician looking for an opportunity to get involved in musical theatre with a lovely community group, get in touch with Vanessa, our Musical Director, at vanessa@limelightperformers.co.uk
Please share with any piano or cello players you know, and find out more about the show at limelightperformers.co.uk/post/grandnight
As valued members of a show's team, we offer a range of benefits for our musicians, including covering all expenses - get in touch to find out more.
We'll be sharing more information soon, including details for open auditions (16+) and everything else you could want to know, so keep your eyes peeled here and at limelightperformers.co.uk/post/9-to-5
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Dolly Parton’s smash-hit musical is the most fun you’ll have at the theatre all year!
With a rip-roaring score by the Queen of Country, 9 to 5 the Musical tells the story of three workmates pushed to boiling point by their sexist and egotistical boss. Concocting a plan to kidnap and turn the tables on their despicable supervisor, will the ladies manage to reform their office - or will events unravel when the CEO pays an unexpected visit?
Inspired by the iconic 80's film, this hilarious production is about teaming up, standing up and taking care of business!
Limelight Performers are excited to be featuring local performers in this unique actor-musician production, blending the cast and band on stage as one!
We'll be holding open auditions to find our cast and on-stage band - with positions available for all skillsets! We won't be able to offer any spaces to young people for this production due to licensing restrictions, and so all auditionees must be 16+ and have completed Year 11 at school.
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9 to 5 The Musical
Music and Lyrics by Dolly Parton
Book by Patricia Resnick
Based on the 20th Century Fox Picture
Originally produced on Broadway by Robert Greenblatt, April 2009
This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International. All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
www.mtishows.co.uk
Simply open the windows on easyfundraising's Countdown to Summer page every day until 20th June to enter us into the prize draw, plus for everyone who signs up before 30th June we get an extra entry for a £50 donation!
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On THURSDAY 4th JULY, we are holding OPEN AUDITIONS for Limelight Performers production of Six:Teen Edition. This production will feature 12 queens across two casts who will share the performance schedule.
For more information and to sign up click here: https://forms.gle/sSLMAnHoNyJaemZ27
Fancy being our Aragon, Boleyn, Seymour, Cleves, Howard or Parr? Aged between 14 and 19? 'Get down' to our sign up form via the link above and come and audition for a part in the sassiest story in British her-story!
*Show Synopsis*
Created by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, prepare to lose your head and experience the Tudor wives' lives as they turn back the clock and take to the stage to reclaim their crowns and retell their stories of love, loss and the infamous ex they all have in common.
#SixTeenEdition #sixthemusical #openauditions #limelightperformers
Monday 1st July
Sign up here: https://forms.gle/8P5EsozoFN4TfhWA6
If you love to belt out show tunes, this one is for you! A Grand Night for Singing is a Rodgers & Hammerstein musical revue weaving a moving storyline through iconic songs from shows like Carousel, Oklahoma!, The King and I, South Pacific, and The Sound of Music.
Could you be our Martin, Lunne, Vicki, Jason or Alyson? Come along on the evening of Monday 1st July (time and Ipswich venue tbc) for a friendly and informal audition. Click the link above for more info and to sign up.
#agrandnightforsinging #rodgersandhammerstein #limelightperformers #openauditions
Sign ups for SIX:Teen Edition 👑 and A Grand Night for Singing 🎭 auditions are now open.
** SIX:Teen Edition - Thursday 4th July**
Open auditions to find 12 performers to play the queens in Limelight Performers production of Six:Teen Edition - sign up here:
https://forms.gle/RCofTUqNUpxYFhN76
** A Grand Night for Singing - Monday 1st July **
Open auditions to find the cast for Limelight Performers production of Rodgers & Hammerstein's A Grand Night For Singing - sign up here:
https://forms.gle/ZmNEiXsLkfdGGySNA
We look forward to seeing you there!
#dontloseyourhead #shallwedance
We are excited to announce the audition dates for our upcoming shows
01 July: A Grand Night for Singing
04 July: Six Teen Musical
Both will be held in Ipswich (during the evening). Final details and prep is underway and we will release more information, including times, as soon as possible. Watch this space...
Are you as excited as we are?
To celebrate our production of SIX Teen Edition later this year, we're using the song Heart of Stone from the popular musical, and you can record a vocal or instrumental part to be included in the final edit!
We're looking for as many people as possible to join in, and all you have to do is complete the 4 steps on the website below and become a part of it! We've run a number of similar projects in the past (which you can watch on our YouTube channel or website), but we're aiming for this one to be the best yet, and can't wait to see it all come together!
Recordings must be submitted by the end of August - there's demo tracks, sheet music and lots more info at limelightperformers.co.uk/virtualensemble
You can book for both of these via the links at limelightperformers.co.uk/productions - and we're just finalising the details for auditions, then we'll share more about those very soon too!
Tickets for our summer 'show in a week' production of Shrek Jr will be available to the public from 1st June, with priority booking currently open only for families of participants.
We'll be running all workshops on Wednesday 29th May in the Performing Arts spaces at Suffolk New College.
Find out more and book your space now at limelightperformers.co.uk/workshops
#mayhalfterm #musicaltheatreworkshop #ipswichmusicaltheatre #addamsfamilymusical #matildathemusical
These will follow a similar structure to our popular ones last October, with 3 age groups covering anyone aged 4-18! We'll be running all 3 workshops on Wednesday 29th May in the Performing Arts spaces at Suffolk New College.
Find out more and book your space now at limelightperformers.co.uk/workshops
Welcome to
Limelight Performers!
The new local theatre group in Suffolk.
Welcome to Limelight Performers! We are an amateur musical theatre group and registered charity based in Ipswich, Suffolk. We produce high quality productions throughout the year, across a mix of different age groups (9+), performing in various wonderful local venues, and are always aiming to make theatre accessible to as many people as possible. To do this, we keep our ticket prices and membership fees as low as we can - and hold open auditions for all productions which anyone can attend. We create a variety of opportunities year round, and hope you'll join us to see what we do or have your chance to be 'in the limelight' too!
Click HERE for audition details & to sign up and join us
OR
Click HERE (or see below) for details of our upcoming shows that you can come and watch!
Registered Charity in England and Wales Number 1192522
Productions & Projects
We've always got lots of exciting things lined up - and this is a taster of what to expect!
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There are no catches or hidden charges and Limelight Performers will be really grateful for your donations.
Thank you for your support.
info@limelightperformers.co.uk
Registered Charity in England and Wales Number 1192522
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