Castle Theatre Denia

Red Hot Lovers is scheduled for next month. A middle-aged, married nerd wants to join the sexual revolution before it’s too late with some hilarious consequences. May touch a nerve with some of the audience. A special performance for English Language students will be held on 13th October with public performances on the 14/15th at the Casa de Cultura in Denia. All enquiries and bookings to Christine on 626201636.

Javea Players

The Wind in the Willows is the story of a group of friends with the emphasis on newcomer Mole who enters a world involving lots of comedy and danger. As this is a rather special event, young artists have been invited to illustrate an exclusive souvenir programme with a special night out awaiting the winners. Entries must be submitted by October 13th. Telephone Julie Dalby of Studio 5 for full details. Union Musical, Gata from Monday December 1st to Saturday December 6th.

La Marina and San Fulgencio Cardinal Belluga Theatre Group

Around the World on the Magical Orient Express will be staged on 17th October at the San Fulgencio Theatre. If you are new to the area why not pop along and meet the friendly show director Maria. The group are always on the look out for singers, dancers, musicians and back stage crew. For a big welcome, you can contact Maria on 966715891, or Alan on 96 679 5468. Also email mariamosley3@hotmail.com.

Monte Pego Theatre Company

The black comedy Caramba´s Revenge will be staged at the Rafol Theatre, Rafol de Almunia on 27/28/29th November. The story features six very different ladies who live together in a London commune. Money is tight, so ingenious methods are devised to put more cash into the pot which results in some very, very devious dealings. Box Office open from 20th October, telephone 635 668 990. Alternatively, reserve your tickets online on mptcinfo@lycos.com - or pop a cheque in Buzon 1055, Urbanization Monte Pego, 03780 to reserve tickets.

Careline Theatre Alcalali

The advertised production, Cats Cradle, has been cancelled and Careline apologise for any inconvenience caused. However the long awaited panto, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs will be hitting the Costa from the 14th until 18th of January at 8pm with matinee’s on the 17/18th at 3pm. Tickets 12 euros, children under 14 years 8 euros. Pre-paid bookings of 20 plus will receive 10% discount. If it is as good as their last panto – do not miss it!

The Rojales Pantomime Group

will be performing Jack and the Beanstalk, as their first ever production next February 2009 at the Rojales Theatre and afterwards in the popular Cardinal Belluga Theatre, San Fulgencio. This new group - the brainchild of Bridget Oldroyd and local Councilor Sylvia Pizarro – has already cast the some main roles for J &B, but are looking to add new enthusiastic members to their growing band of actors, dancers, singers and front and backstage teams. Why not contact Bridget on 96 671 7977 or e-mail: bridgetandgill@hotmail.com

Show Group Torrevieja

My mole tells me that the cast of next month’s pantomime Cinderella are having a ball. Aged from 12 to the young 70´s, they are literally falling about during rehearsals. Cinders will be fluttering her eyelashes at the handsome young Buttons at Los Arcos Restaurant, from Saturday, 29th November, through until Tuesday 2nd December. Curtain up 7.30pm. Tickets from Los Arcos Restaurant and Hoggies’ Bar San Luis, priced 8 euros for adults and 5 euros for children under 14. For more information ticket bookings, ring Stella: 966786154 or Caireen: 634204119.

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Campoverde Theatre Group

Murder on the Menu, four nights of drama at the Olympia Restaurant, Mil Palmeras complete with chicken dinner and all the trimmings, October 8/9/11/12th. A Question of Murder is the main offering, with prizes for guessing the murderer’s identity. Murder on Tour, is a one-off visit to Movie Stars’ homes led by an unlikely pair of dysfunctional twins. Tickets 15 euros available outside the Panadería in Campoverde Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12/2 pm. Phone Adele: 96 676 2114 or Diana: 96 532 1494.

The Rascals

The final performance of the popular and spectacular variety show Melody Magic will be staged on Friday 3rd October at the Virgen del Carmen Cultural Centre in Torrevieja - curtain up 19.30. All ticket sales will be donated to the charity AECC. Tickets 8 euros available through Sue on 96 678 4874. For further information go to www.therascals.info Details of the Christmas show will be in the November Stage column.

Footlights of Calpe

Rehearsals for Lionel Bart’s musical Oliver are now in top gear. Calpe is resounding with the sounds of Food Glorious Food and the cheeky, Pick A Pocket Or Two with onlookers shouting for more! A cast of 30 adults, 15 youngsters and a dog, comes just ahead of the latest London revival. Performances will be at Casa de Cultura Calpe 17/18th November and Casa de Cultura Alfaz del Pi, 24/25th November. All performances commence 8.00 pm. Tickets 14 euros available from Box Office: 656 376 769 – 10/1300 hrs only.