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Wallywood
15 June 2025 All day
About Wallywood
Times are hard for poor old Farmer C… Struggling to make ends meet, it’s doubtful he’ll be able to pass the long-held family business down to the next generation, his hapless but charming son, Wally.
Wally, however, is dying to become a thespian, having graduated from the HenGlee Academy for Dramatic Arts.
Renowned US film producer, Harvey Beerstein, comes to town to film his latest blockbuster, which brings great excitement for the locals who are all keen to audition for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. But can Hollywood sprinkle its magic in HenGlee? Can HenGlee cope with the levels of luvvie-dom necessary to co-exist with their La La Land antics?
In a slightly bonkers script spoofing many a familiar tale, HCT brings their typical brand of joy and good humour with a simple yet entertaining story.
A cast of 100-plus local children will sing, dance, and bring their effervescent enthusiasm to the tale of Wallywood.
Tickets
Please see important booking information below.
Booking information
Ticket prices:
Adult, Senior Citizen, Friends, and Students – £17.75
Child – £15.75
Ticket prices include a £1 Restoration Levy, a £1.50 Booking Fee, and a 25p Community Fund Levy.
Dates & times:
Sunday 15 June 2025 at 1.00pm and 5.00pm
About Kenton Theatre
Situated in the centre of Henley-on-Thames, the Kenton Theatre is the fourth-oldest working theatre in the UK and a registered charity. Seating 240, the theatre today offers a varied programme of comedy, drama, music, talks and more – as well as being available for hire.
The theatre is home to annual performances from Henley Amateur Operatic and Drama Society (HAODS), Henley Children’s Theatre, Henley Drama Festival, Henley Literary Festival, Henley Players, Henley Youth Festival, Mike Hurst, the National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO), Woodley Light Operatic Society, amongst others. High-profile performers at the Kenton in recent years include Michael McIntyre, Georgie Fame, Haley Mills, Chris Barber, Dara O’Briain, Diana Rigg, Russell Brand, PP Arnold and Marti Webb.
The theatre’s first production, the farce The School of Reform took place on 07 November 1805. Celebrated performers who have graced the Kenton stage over the last five decades include Celia Johnson, John Mortimer, Anthony Newley, Kate Winslet, Tom Baker, Joe Brown, Diana Dors, David Essex, Roy Hudd and Jeremy Irons.
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