About Shrewsbury Musical Theatre Company
Shrewsbury’s Award Winning
Musical Theatre Company
Entertaining Shropshire Audiences Since 1923.
Shrewsbury Amateur Operatic Society is rebranding as Shrewsbury Musical Theatre Company - by public demand. Thank you Shrewsbury!
Shrewsbury Musical Theatre Company Description
Brief Synopsis - written by Joan Pinnington, Show Director for 30 years
Shrewsbury Musical Theatre Company Originally known as
Shrewsbury Amateur Operatic Society was formed in 1923 and has since performed one or two shows every year to the people of Shropshire and beyond.
Early shows took place in the small County Theatre but in 1936 the Society moved to the Granada Cinema, a 1500-seat venue and regularly filled it to capacity. All types of shows were produced including G & S, light opera, Rogers and Hammerstein and also to great acclaim My Fair Lady and Camelot.
Unfortunately in 1972 the Granada Cinema closed and the Society moved to the Music hall which had no raked seating and a very small stage. However the Society was determined to succeed and some ambitious shows were presented there including Fiddler on the Roof, Carousel and Die Fledermaus.
Luckily in 1985 the Music Hall underwent a major renovation and now has raked seating and a totally refurbished stage area and much modern technical equipment. Since then the Society has gone from strength to strength presenting first class shows including Singing in the Rain, Anything Goes, Me and My Girl, 42nd Street and a modern Pirates.
The Music Hall closed in 2009, which meant finding a new venue. SAOS opened at the new Theatre Severn in Shrewsbury with Oliver in 2011, playing to full houses.
Since then, SAOS has performed Award winning shows at Theatre Severn such as Oliver, Titanic, Chess, Fiddler on the Roof. and our most recent production of Priscilla Queen of the Desert.
Rehearsals are usually at Belvierder School on Wednesdays unless told otherwise for more information about anything SAOS send us a Private message on this page using the message button
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Easter is fast approaching. We're polishing our production of Jesus Christ Superstar. Get your tickets now. http://www.theatresevern.co.uk/…/mu…/ jesus-christ-superstar/
Here's a sneak preview of what to expect from our forthcoming production at Theatre Severn.
Don't miss out on your opportunity to see this spellbinding performance of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd-Webber's global phenomenon. Secure your tickets now: http://www.theatresevern.co.uk/…/mu…/ jesus-christ-superstar/
Award-winning Shrewsbury Amateur Operatic Society presents JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
SAOS are setting Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd-Webber's remarkable musical in the contemporary world.
... Follow Jesus and his disciples as they fight against political corruption and betrayal.
Watch live performances of all your favourite songs including I Don’t Know How to Love Him, What’s the Buzz, and of course Superstar.
An evening of emotionally charged theatre, proving that the Easter story is still relevant today.
PERFORMANCE WED-SAT 7.30PM, SAT MATINEE 2.30PM TICKETS £21 - £13
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Thank you to our friends at TADLOP for your kind words and continued support.
Great news from our Chairman, Steve Thomas.
“I have just returned from the NODA West Midlands regional awards ceremony held today in Stourbridge. It is with great pleasure to inform you that we won the ‘Best Musical’ award for our district. Well done to Andy, Matt, Debbie, cast, orchestra, crew and everyone who made the show such a success.... Congratulations, I was very proud of SAOS this afternoon.
Kind regards Steve Thomas Chair”
I would like to add my own Congratulations to everyone involved with Priscilla Queen of the Desert. All the hard work finally paid off and I am so very proud of you all.
Carol Sharp Honorary Secretary Shrewsbury Amateur Operatic Society
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15 more rehearsals to go until our run of 5 magnificent shows at Theatre Severn. http://www.theatresevern.co.uk/…/mu…/ jesus-christ-superstar/
Rehearsals are going fantastically well. Don't just take our word for it! Book your tickets now http://www.theatresevern.co.uk/…/mu…/ jesus-christ-superstar/
Happy Mother’s Day from SAOS.💐
Why not buy your mum the perfect present this Mother’s Day? Tickets to see Theatre Severn’s premiere performance of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR. 12th-15th June Book now for something truly spectacular! http://www.theatresevern.co.uk/…/mu…/ jesus-christ-superstar/
Celebrating World Theatre Day with SAOS - Shrewsbury’s Original Musical Theatre Company.
With 77 days to go until the opening night of our next magnificent production, make sure you secure tickets now! http://www.theatresevern.co.uk/…/mu…/ jesus-christ-superstar/
Our official poster for Jesus Christ Superstar.
These guys do not deserve to be called amateur, having worked on many of their productions, all of them are true professionals.
Such a fun and talented group of people. Well worth watching!
I bought tickets as a Christmas present for my son (who's 7) because he loves the film. We both loved it. Thank you for a very enjoyable experience.
Fiddler on the Roof was absolutely amazing, so professional and top class; from the singing and music, acting and choreography to costumes and set and staging - pure entertainment. Watching it through was a very powerful and moving experience; taking you from high spirits and laughter to tears and tragedy all in one night. The Dream scene was spectacular with the flying ghosts and the wedding scene too was phenomenal, with the dancing and such a large cast on stage all working together in harmony. Well done to everyone involved - a fabulous, fabulous show!
Amazing!! So far from Amateur! Great night out! �
Absolutely wonderful production of Sister Act I couldn't stop laughing congratulations to all cast and crew for a fabulous experience :)