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THE LANE THEATRE, NEWQUAY
Newquay Amateur Dramatic Society was
founded in May 1931 and we have been presenting plays continually since
that date. Facilities include a 138 seat auditorium, free parking and
disabled access. We are a Registered Charity No. 280786.
In 1980 the Society acquired the Lane Village Hall and then began the
process of transforming an almost derelict building into the excellent
138 seat facility we enjoy today.
In 1999 we secured a substantial Arts Council (National Lottery) grant
which enabled us to carry out major improvements for the comfort of both
our audiences and actors. The refurbished building was opened by Phillip
Schofield on 3rd September 2000.
Eric Chappell writer of such classics as Rising Damp, Duty Free & Only When I Laugh was holidaying in Cornwall when he learned that we were performing one of his plays. He came to see it unannounced and was so delighted with the standard of the production that he has since asked that we stage two world premieres of new plays which have subsequently been published by Samuel French Ltd.
Recently we had the pleasure of the company of Louise
Roche at our production of her play 'Checkout Girls' directed by Susie
Bundy.
Louise was also impressed with the high standard of the production and
has joined Phillip and Eric as an Honorary Patron.
Who's Who in Newquay Dramatic Society
Our Honorary Patrons
Phillip Schofield - Eric Chappell
Louise Roche
