CALENDAR GIRLS by Tim Firth

This heartwarming and hilarious play by Tim Firth is based on a true story and the hit 2003 film.

When Annie's husband dies of leukemia, she and her best friend Chris decide to raise funds for the local hospital. Despite raised eyebrows from the local community they create a calendar featuring themselves and their friends from the Women's Institute...in tastefully nude poses. As they embark on their fundraising journey over the seasons, the friends discover a newfound sense of confidence and sisterhood, breaking free from societal expectations of middle age. And as the word begins to spread, these Calendar Girls begin to turn heads and capture hearts around the world.

Destined to make you laugh, make you cry and make you blush! CALENDAR GIRLS is a glorious celebration of friendship, community, and the power of ordinary people to make a difference.

The Mill at Sonning is delighted that The George Hatfield Theatrical Arts Foundation is now up and running as a charity. On Tuesday, April 23rd - also St George’s day - we are holding a charity gala of our production of Calendar Girls. The funds raised on this evening will go towards helping the next round of theatrical arts students. On the night of the 23rd you will not only have dinner and see the play, you will also have the opportunity to meet and hear from the 8 students that the charity has most recently helped.

The tickets are the same price as other performances, however The Mill is donating the profits from the evening to the charity. We will also be holding a fun raffle at the event.

We are delighted to announce that to complete our 2024 season - The Mill will be presenting the hilarious “Three Men In A Boat”.

Jerome K.Jerome’s classic Victorian memoir has been gloriously adapted by celebrated star of stage and screen, CLIVE FRANCIS (The Crown, A Clockwork Orange, Entertaining Mr.Sloane) preserving the timeless humour and infusing it with a fresh and vibrant touch for contemporary audiences.

This warm and witty play invites you on an uproarious journey down the meandering waters of the Thames with the delightful trio of friends Harris, George, and Jerome, as they set sail on an unforgettable adventure through the English countryside (with just a few stops that you might recognise!) Each twist and turn bringing a fresh dose of laughter and unexpected encounters.

So, pack your bags, grab your oars, and prepare to be swept away by the camaraderie, and mischievous antics of this unforgettable trio, as they navigate not just the river's currents but the comical currents of life itself.

BEDROOM FARCE by Alan Ayckbourn

Alan Ayckbourn's classic comedy revolving around four married couples over the course of one chaotic evening.

A hilarious and entertaining exploration of the ups and downs of married life.

THE WHISTLING By Rebecca Netley

A WORLD PREMIERE and original adaptation of Rebecca Netley's bone chilling novel. Adapted by Rachel Wagstaff and Duncan Abel.

A young woman takes a new job on a remote Scottish Island, and quickly learns why the previous nanny didn't last long.

This ghost story will send shivers down your spine and haunt your dreams. Not to be missed.

4 Tickets for the Price of 3 on Weekday Evenings. (Offer expires 13 May 2024).

Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS

Based upon the Paramount Pictures film, written for the screen by Norman Krasna, Norman Panama and Melvin Frank.

MUSIC AND LYRICS BY IRVING BERLIN.

BOOK BY DAVID IVES AND PAUL BLAKE.

Original stage production directed by WALTER BOBBIE.

Orchestrations Larry Blank.

Vocal and dance arrangements Bruce Pomahac.

Irving Berlin's classic Broadway musical based on the beloved film. This heartwarming show, follows two World War II veterns as they team up with a sister act to save a local inn and discover the true meaning of Christmas. Filled with so many memorable songs including "Blue Skies"; "Sisters"; "How Deep is The Ocean" - and of course "White Christmas".

Dr.David Mortimore, renowned neurologist, is about to deliver the most important lecture of his life. A knighthood is certainly within reach! When into his hospital sanctuary comes Jane Tate - ex-nurse and ex-girlfriend - with shocking news as to why she departed so hastily 16 years and nine months ago. Not only is Dr.Mortimore the father of her son Leslie, but the strapping teenager is now in reception baying to see his long lost parent! Trying to hold both his career and marriage together, there is only one solution for Dr. Mortimore - send for the faithful friend Dr.Bonney. What ensues is a dangerous web of expanding lies and manic cover-ups involving a Police Sergeant, Dr.Mortimore’s wife, a severe hospital Matron and Dr.Bonney’s mother. IT RUNS IN THE FAMILY is farce at its finest, spinning deliriously out of control and tickling the funny bones in traditional RAY COONEY fashion. You musn’t miss it!

4 TICKETS FOR THE PRICE OF 3 ON WEEKDAY EVENINGS. (OFFER EXPIRES 1 OCTOBER 2024).

DEATH COMES TO PEMBERLEY

In this WORLD PREMIERE, the idyllic estate of Pemberley, home to Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy from Jane Austen's iconic "Pride and Prejudice" becomes the stage for a chilling mystery, imagined by one of Britain’s finest ever crime novelists, P.D James. The celebrated 'Queen of Crime’ was the creator of much loved detective Adam Dalgleish, featuring in fourteen novels and a TV series.

Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy are happily settled into married life . As preparations are underway for an annual ball, the tranquil atmosphere is shattered by the sudden arrival of Lydia Wickham, Elizabeth's flighty younger sister, who brings with her news of a murder in the nearby woods.

The victim is Captain Denny, an acquaintance from Mr. Darcy's regiment, and suspicion falls upon Wickham, Lydia's husband, whose tumultuous past and strained relationship with Darcy make him an easy target for blame. As the investigation unfolds, secrets long buried begin to surface, casting doubt on the innocence of those closest to Elizabeth and Darcy.

With the help of their loyal friend Colonel Fitzwilliam and the insightful guidance of George Wickham's childhood friend, lawyer Henry Alveston, Elizabeth and Darcy navigate the treacherous waters of rumor and gossip to uncover the truth behind the murder. Along the way, they confront their own vulnerabilities and the complexities of their relationships, testing the strength of their love and the bonds of family.

As the tension mounts and the trial approaches, romance, intrigue, and suspense are weaved together in a riveting tale that pays homage to Jane Austen's beloved characters while offering a fresh and compelling mystery that will captivate you until the final revelation. "Death Comes to Pemberley" is a testament to the enduring power of Austen's world and the timeless appeal of a well-crafted whodunit.

Simply not to be missed!

DON’T ROCK THE BOAT

In a wild ride down the Thames, the tranquil river waters turn into a storm in a teapot as Robin Hawdon's brilliant comedy unfolds!

Picture this. Brash, self-made property tycoon Arthur Bullhead is on a mission to seal the deal of his dreams. But instead of a boardroom, he chooses the quirky setting of his converted riverside barge, the Bunty, for a weekend getaway with the local planning committee chairman and his unsuspecting family.

Little do they know, Bullhead's idea of a relaxing weekend involves more chaos than calm. With personalities clashing like bumper cars at a fairground, the stage is set for a comedy of errors. Bullhead's shady business tactics clash with the straight-laced Coombes family's morals faster than you can say "high tide."

As the weekend unfolds, Bullhead's antics leave the Coombes in knots, with his offer dangling like a carrot on a fishing line. But will they take the bait, or will they stage a mutiny on the Bunty?! With Bullhead's skittish wife Mary and rebellious daughter Shirley adding fuel to the fire, it's a recipe for hilarity that'll leave you in stitches!