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‘Opposites in Common’ hopes to attract Saddleworth audiences
A LIGHT-HEARTED take on the life of two very unlikely soulmates will be brought to the stage of a Saddleworth theatre. ‘Opposites in Common’ is…
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How a theatre trip turned into a Herculean effort amid ‘Groundhog Day’
THE BREAK A Leg column went a bit further afield for its musical theatre fix – in a different language. But Ian Cheeseman tells fans to expect…
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Colossal achievement to save Oldham Coliseum
THE NEWS that Oldham Coliseum has been saved has been a huge boost to the area’s theatrical community. And much of it is down to…
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Victory for campaigners as historic Oldham theatre to re-open
CAMPAIGNERS have been rejoicing at the news that Oldham Coliseum Theatre has been saved from permanent closure. The historic venue – built in 1885 –…
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Top star’s performance to be shown at Saddleworth theatre
A SADDLEWORTH theatre will play host to top star Jodie Comer in an award-winning production. For Delph’s Millgate Arts Centre will screen the National Theatre’s…
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New season brings new attractions to Delph’s Millgate
A SADDLEWORTH arts centre has been selected as a venue that will show productions by the National Theatre. Delph’s Millgate will now screen the action…
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Oldham Coliseum rescue ‘very much back on the table’
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter ARTISTS and activists have celebrated a milestone in the Save the Oldham Coliseum campaign. Campaigners confirmed talks to…
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‘Coliseum at the Roundabout’ brings pop-up theatre and activities to town
POP-UP theatre is coming to the streets of Oldham thanks to ‘Coliseum at the Roundabout’. The event, hosted by Oldham Coliseum Theatre, will take place…
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Saddleworth Players’ dark comedy explores why Miss Marple movies were almost never made
GENTEEL ladies involved with violent murder makes a fine theme for comedy drama – and you can see it first hand at the Millgate Arts…
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Oldham Coliseum unveils spring and summer plans
A POP-UP theatre is among the exciting plans that Oldham Coliseum have for its spring and summer programme. The Coliseum at the Roundabout is a…
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Tasty evening in store as Diggle All Stars present ‘Death by Chocolate’
ENJOY an evening of fun as you guess whodunnit when Diggle All Stars present ‘Death By Chocolate’ accompanied by a tasty pie supper. The award-winning…
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Saddleworth becomes New York in most Glorious fashion
SADDLEWORTH theatregoers are being transported across the Atlantic and back in time in the most Glorious way. For Saddleworth Players’ latest production is an undoubted…
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Diverse quartet will be on song at Millgate Arts Centre
SADDLEWORTH Concerts Society’s season continues with a performance by a diverse quartet passionate about making classical music inclusive and accessible. Since forming at the Royal…
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Saddleworth Players ready to look Glorious
DELPH is many things – one thing it certainly is not is anything like New York. But director Pauline Walsh, the Saddleworth Players’ cast and…
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Soprano’s story plays out in ‘hilarious’ comedy at Delph theatre
A “LUNATICALLY funny” play based on a true story promises to keep audiences at a Delph theatre “very happy”. Saddleworth Players will be performing Glorious!…
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Review: Alice provides a golden glow to Delph’s Millgate
WHEN it came to toasting the 50th anniversary of theatre at Delph’s Millgate, Saddleworth Players did not do things by half. But what better way…
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Alice promises a golden celebration at Delph’s Millgate Arts Centre
NO-ONE can deny Carol Davies’ commitment to making sure a 50th anniversary is marked in the right way – a day-and-a-half making lobster costumes exemplified…
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See Alice in Wonderland like you’ve never seen it before
A TWIST on a classic tale is coming to Delph’s Millgate Arts Centre this month. Based on Lewis Carroll’s famous novel Alice in Wonderland, Alice…
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Celebrations and ambitions as Delph’s Millgate turns 50
EVERYONE and everything at Saddleworth’s iconic Millgate Arts Centre could be forgiven for having a golden sheen as the venue turns 50-years-old. And one man…
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Women bringing Curtain Up! On Saddleworth Players’ new season
ICE BATHS, a golden anniversary, a reunion of old friends and sisterhood make a heady mix of anticipation as it is Curtain Up! for Saddleworth…
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Plans for Oldham Coliseum’s new £24million home submitted
PLANS for a £24million theatre, set to be home for Oldham Coliseum at the heart of the town’s new cultural quarter, have been submitted. The…
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Help Saddleworth Players behind the scenes this season
SADDLEWORTH Players is looking for people to get involved in designing, building, painting and decorating sets for its shows at Delph’s Millgate Arts Centre in…
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Green light given to new public space for arts and culture
A NEW open area for arts and events will be developed as part of Oldham’s Cultural Quarter after plans were approved for the public space.…
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New season means new aims as Millgate turns 50
HOPES are high Delph’s Millgate Arts Centre can break more records with the 2023/24 season that has just been announced. Volunteers at the venue were…
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Forget Silver. Saddleworth Players’ latest production is golden
ON A night there was another event, one that would have had people sat in front of the TV, the attraction of seeing people on…
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Millgate ready to get Silver Lining
THEATRE goers will see a Silver Lining in what promises a Great Escape from everyday life. The Theatre at Delph’s Millgate Arts Centre will host…
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Take a glimpse into Saddleworth Players’ future at Millgate preview
PEOPLE will be able to see into a golden future as Saddleworth Players showcase what is in store for next season. For the society will…
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Millgate goes back to the 60s for Mike Sweeney showcase
DELPH’S Millgate Arts Centre will be reverberating to the sounds of the sixties as radio legend – and Saddleworth’s own – Mike Sweeney brings his…
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Turn back the clock with Dobcross Silver Band & The Bailey Dolls
Step back in time with Dobcross Silver Band and The Bailey Dolls as bring a very special concert to Millgate Arts Threate in Delph on…
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Get involved with Saddleworth Players
SADDLEWORTH Players are giving people the chance to get involved, whether it be on or off stage, as they launch their new season. The group,…
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Review: Saddleworth Players Trap audiences with brilliance
IF YOU spot people leaving the Theatre at Delph’s Millgate Arts Centre looking backwards constantly or scratching their head, that will be because they have…
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Millgate hopes to get audiences caught in a Trap
THE THEATRE at Delph’s Millgate Arts Centre is set to get people wondering what is going on and who is who with a gripping psychological…
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Judy and Liza come to Delph’s Millgate
TWO West End stars will bring a pair of Hollywood legends to the theatre at Delph’s Millgate Arts Centre. For Emma Dears and Helen Sheals…
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