Newsletter Spring 2026
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Fourways Theatre Company & Chiltern Shakespeare Company
A Year in Celebration 2025 - 2026
From sold-out performances to vibrant community connections, this past year has been truly memorable for both companies. We are incredibly proud of what has been achieved on and off the stage, and grateful to our audiences, members, and supporters who made it all possible.
The Ghost Train (October 2025)
performed at Wycombe Abbey, was a lively, atmospheric production that brought both thrills and laughter. Set in a Cornish railway station, complete with the excitement of a real train! It was a joyful experience from start to finish and we welcomed many new members who brought fresh energy and enthusiasm to the production.
Witness for the Prosecution (February 2026)
Also staged at Wycombe Abbey in the Recital Hall, showcased the company’s passion and teamwork in bringing Witness for the Prosecution by Agatha Christie to life. With original music, a striking courtroom set, and a spirited cast, the production proved unforgettable for audiences and performers alike. We were also delighted by the warm reception to this new venue.
Looking Ahead: 2026 - 2027 Season
As You Like It (June 2026)
The Chiltern Shakespeare Company and Fourways Theatre Company are delighted to announce their upcoming collaboration of As You Like It, to be performed at Hall Barn in Beaconsfield. This special production will mark their 40th anniversary.
Audiences can look forward to a vibrant production featuring a talented cast, live music, dynamic staging, and stunning costumes. We are also proud to be partnering with Myocarditis UK, whose volunteers will support our Front of House team while raising vital funds. Bring a picnic, relax by the lake, and enjoy an afternoon or evening of high-quality theatre in a stunning outdoor setting.
“We that are true lovers run into strange capers…”
Banished from court, Rosalind and her cousin Celia leave behind their old lives and venture into the Forest of Arden - a world free from strict rules, where disguises give way to true identities, and love blossoms in the most unexpected ways.
Set amidst the British folk revival at the turn of the 20th century, this production is alive with music, poetry, and storytelling - a heartfelt love letter to the English countryside, celebrating its beauty, simplicity, and timeless charm.
Marking the 40th anniversary of Chiltern Shakespeare’s first performance in 1986, As You Like It is a joyous celebration of love, harmony, and connection - as resonant today as when it was first performed over 400 years ago.
Frankenstein (October 2026)
We are equally excited to announce our October production of Frankenstein, directed by Jack Frank, at Wycombe Abbey School. Auditions will take place in June and July, with rehearsals beginning in earnest this September, as we begin to shape what promises to be a bold and ambitious production.
Retold from the perspective of the Creature, Nick Dear’s powerful adaptation of Frankenstein explores the very essence of humanity—identity, belonging, and the need for connection. Abandoned by Victor Frankenstein and cast into a world of cruelty and confusion, the Creature must navigate a society that sees only a monster. His journey unfolds into a tragic and compelling quest for understanding, vengeance, and ultimately, love. Join Fourways Theatre Company for a visceral, physical, and deeply moving production that challenges perceptions and asks the ultimate question: who is the true monster?
Further details of our February 2027 production will be announced in due course - stay tuned for more exciting news.
We very much hope to welcome you to one of our performances in the coming year, and to continue sharing the joy of theatre with our wonderful community.
Very best wishes,
Carolyn
Carolyn Kendall
Chairman Fourways Theatre Company/Chiltern Shakespeare Company
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