by Emma Simpson | Apr 14, 2025 | 2025, News, Past Productions
After months of hard work and determination following the severe flood damage we faced in January 2024, we were thrilled to throw open the doors of the Academy Theatre once again for our Spring production of Will You Still Love Me In The Morning? – and what a welcome...
by Emma Simpson | Feb 24, 2025 | News
After a year-long closure due to flood damage, we are thrilled to reopen the fully restored Academy Theatre, Gainford with the perfect play to kick things off—Will You Still Love Me in the Morning? Running from April 2nd to April 5th and April 9th to April 12th, this...
by Emma Simpson | Nov 20, 2024 | News
Gainford Theatre suffered extensive damage from a severe flood in January 2024. The amount of water that came through the ceiling and into the theatre was devastating, impacting the seats, curtains, stage, flooring, lighting and ceiling. It’s been a tough journey, but...
by Emma Simpson | Dec 24, 2021 | News
Hello everyone After two years we have, at last, performed our first production after lockdown. What a successful return with “Lend Me A Tenor” by Ken Ludwig. Congratulations to Lawrence and all those associated with the production which was extremely well received by...
by Emma Simpson | Dec 1, 2021 | 2021, Past Productions
Teesdale Mercury LAUGHTER is the best medicine and something members of the Gainford Drama Club cast were able to dole out in spades when they performed their latest production, the classic comedy caper, Lend Me A Tenor, at the village’s Academy Theatre.The 1986 Ken...