Explore the exciting worlds of classic and contemporary theatre in Nonsuch Studios’ Theatre Book Club.
Script Reading with Nonsuch Studios brings to life the world of plays, the characters and plot, the people who wrote them and the world in which they were written. Through vibrant debate, chat and discussion we bring like-minded individuals together to explore the exciting world of classic and contemporary theatre.
Script Readers look at a range of plays, old and new, asking questions, exploring themes and learning about the social and historical contexts of the drama.
What did the playwright want to express? Were they successful? What style did they use to convey their message? Do they still resonate with us today? The list is endless, but our aim remains the same, to create an open and inclusive space to read a play and voice our thoughts.
You’ll get the chance to read plays, test out scenes and discuss the action in friendly weekly sessions that will chart theatre through the ages, featuring the classic plays you know and the exciting ones you might not!
Each month, Script Readers have a new theme and read plays in that theme, guided by our fantastic facilitator Spencer Mitchell.
Dates & Times
The group meet at 10 am at Broadway Cinema Cafe for a coffee and a chat before the session begins.
Every Thursday 10.30 am – 12.30 pm (unless stated otherwise)
Sessions take place at Broadway Cinema. There is lift access in the Cinema and accessible toilets on the Ground and Second Floor.
Interested in joining Script Reading? Click here to register for a FREE TRIAL SESSION.
Spencer trained as an actor at Bath Spa University before focusing on playwriting. His work has been performed by both community and professional groups, and ranges from touring ‘whodunits’ to Charles Dickens adaptations. A passionate Pantomimist, Spencer has won PAL’s Best Script for two consecutive years.
Upcoming Schedule
Summer Term
Thursday 16th April
Thursday 23rd April
Thursday 30th April
Thursday 7th May
Thursday 14th May
Thursday 21st May
HALF TERM Thursday 28th May
Thursday 4th June
Thursday 11th June
Thursday 18th June
Thursday 25th June
Thursday 2nd July
Thursday 9th July
Thursday 16th July
Script Reading runs throughout the year on a weekly basis. Plays are looked at over a number of weeks (depending on their length) across a broad range of repertoire. It is now pay what you can with a suggested price of £12, and an available price of £7.50.
