​​​Sir, the last of the great, but dying, breed of English actor-managers, is in a very bad way tonight. As his dresser tries valiantly to prepare him to go on stage as King Lear, Sir is having great difficulty remembering who and where he is, let alone Lear's lines. With a Herculean effort on the part of Norman, the dresser, Sir does finally make it on stage, and through the performance.

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Tickets available here!

The last play readings at the Guildhall are on 10 and 24 November and on 8 December.  From 12 January 2026 we'll be holding our fortnightly play readings in the United Reformed Church Hall, Whiting St.  Bury St Edmunds.  All are welcome!  Come along for a relaxing evening of theatre reading and chat.  Starts 7.30 pm.  £3.50 charge for room hire.

Membership of BTW is just £40 per year. You'll receive regular updates on BTW plays and events and you'll be entitled to discounts on some tickets. Also, all actors and crew are required to be members. Welcome aboard and we look forward to working with you!

​If we don't already know you, please join us by going to the 'Get Involved' page and follow the 'Become a Member' instructions.  

We look forward to welcoming you!

We're delighted to be holding our play readings and many rehearsals at the United Reformed Church in Whiting St, Bury St Edmunds.  This provides both large and more intimate spaces for us to explore the wonderful world of theatre!

Did you know that BTW now offer a props and costume hire service? Contact our Secretary for details.