Welcome To Gainford Drama Club
Gainford Drama Club (GDC) is an amateur dramatic group based at the heart of the picturesque village of Gainford, Darlington. The club has been in existence since 1949 with an average membership of forty-six, producing at least two plays each year. Gainford Drama Club’s founding members were the wonderful Enid and Bill Burdon and we are still proud to have Enid as the Club’s President.
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Performances tend to run between 7 and 10 nights in the Spring and Autumn and as a club, we love to welcome audiences new and old and hearing all their wonderful reviews as they leave the theatre. We are always welcoming members of the village who have lived there for years and not known that we exist, so it’s always lovely to hear of people discovering us all the time.
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“It’s always lovely to hear of people discovering us all the time.”
About Us
Since its inception, GDC has put on over one hundred and fifty plays, the first four of which were staged in the village hall, before moving to the Academy Theatre in 1950.
Learn about the history of Gainford Drama Club here.
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A tribute to Enid Burdon 1924 – 2025
Last year we received the news we had been dreading, the passing of our beloved club president,...
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Welcome to GDC, where the magic of theatre comes alive! Nestled in the heart of our charming village of Gainford, Darlington, our beautiful Academy Theatre is not just a stage; it’s a community hub where creativity thrives and friendships blossom. We invite everyone—regardless of age or experience—to join our warm and welcoming group of theatre enthusiasts who share a passion for storytelling and performance.
Find out how to get involved here.
“Whether you dream of treading the boards or prefer to work behind the scenes, there’s a place for you here.”