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The Pillowman by Martin McDonagh is a dark, intense play that explores the relationship between storytelling and violence, as well as themes of trauma, censorship, and the boundaries of art. Set in a dystopian totalitarian state, the play centers on Katurian, a writer whose gruesome stories mirror a series of child murders. Katurian is detained and interrogated by two police officers, Tupolski and...

Even though we are missing the Panto this year, BMDS is still leaning into the Christmas spirit and bringing you a Christmas Carol Concert with festive songs chosen by Musical Directors, Sheila Smith and Jym Brier,  to create a varied programme of traditional carols (“Hark the Herald Angels Sing”) plus well known carols with a more contemporary feel (Pentatonix version of “Coventry Carol”,...

The Bermuda Musical and Dramatic Society is excited to announce open auditions for the upcoming production of The Pillowman by acclaimed playwright Martin McDonagh. Auditions will be held at the Daylesford Theatre, and we invite actors of all backgrounds to join us for this thrilling and darkly comedic production. Performance Dates: February 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22 (2025) About the Play: The...

Step into the creative heart of Bermuda’s comedy scene! Comedy Lab brings together seasoned pros and rising stars to workshop their latest material in front of a live audience. This unique event offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse at the craft of comedy, where both established and emerging comedians push boundaries and test out fresh, hilarious content. Come enjoy an evening filled with raw...

Sold-out audiences ate up July’s Comedy Cup Match. Now BIG invites you to taste some more. Please join us on 15 and 16 November at BMDS and watch a starter portion of improv scenes while you sip a drink. You can choose to add a side order of playing some beginner’s games. Either way, it’s going to taste funny... For more information about show format and content, email bigimprovbda@gmail.com and...

by Agatha Christie   Available at www.ptix.bm in September 2024   For the first time ever in Bermuda!   The Mousetrap opened in London's West End in 1952 and ran continuously until 16 March 2020, when the stage performances had to be temporarily discontinued during the COVID-19 pandemic. It then re-opened on 17 May 2021. The longest-running...

by Agatha Christie   Available at www.ptix.bm in September 2024   For the first time ever in Bermuda!   The Mousetrap opened in London's West End in 1952 and ran continuously until 16 March 2020, when the stage performances had to be temporarily discontinued during the COVID-19 pandemic. It then re-opened on 17 May 2021. The longest-running...

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Available at www.ptix.bm in June, 2024 by Nathaniel Butterfield   In the early 1950s, America was beginning to really discover television.  Many radio programs were moved to the new medium leaving a gap that was hard to fill.  By the 1960s, networks had ceased producing entertainment programs for radio. It is 1956 and our Radio Station, WWIL 1020 AM from Wilhelmville, Wisconsin,...

Produced by Music Chair, Lisa Maule, this event provides talented music students the opportunity to hear their peers perform and form a common bond with each other, whilst wowing the audience with their technical mastery and musicality. The programme will be varied in both genre and ensemble from pianists; violinist, singers and flautists to chamber ensembles, and songwriters.  You will...

Auditions are coming up for our two murder mysteries to be staged this year, but they couldn't be more different!   The Mousetrap - written by Agatha Christie Our first auditions will be taking place on Monday, April 29th and Tuesday, April 30th at 6 pm for _The Mousetrap_, directed by Gavin Wilson   Show dates are September 26th to October 5th, 2024   The Mousetrap...

Click here to see footage of the show: Inheritance Liz Jones   Jim and Helena start a cult Owain Johnston and Charles Doyle   More than lovers, less than friends Nasir Simmons   The murder of Johann Schmidt Nathaniel Butterfield   The Sandwich Julia Pitt   The Script John Campbell     SHOW DAYS & TIMES THU-SAT...

Student Edition Live Theatre. Pulled out of a Hat. Literally. Six 10-minute plays - written, rehearsed and performed in only 24 hours. Students Ages 14 to 18, we want you! Join us for an intense, exciting and rewarding 24 hours. Produced and performed by YOU with the guidance of BMDS Mentors. WHEN: 6.00pm Friday March 15th to 10.00pm Saturday March 16th. WHERE: Daylesford Theatre See...

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Tickets available at www.ptix.bm from February 6 In 1941 Werner Heisenberg visited Neil's Bohr, his former mentor and research colleague, in Copenhagen in Nazi-occupied Denmark. Why did he visit Neil's Bohr and what was discussed? No-one knows for sure, but this question was the subject of intense debate for his entire life. This uncertainty is at the core of the drama surrounding the development...

A modern-day mom is frustrated with electronic device-happy children; insisting that the children put down their phones and use their imaginations to create a story.  They spin a tale of a once-wealthy Baron, now hard up because of his pesky stepdaughters’ extravagant use of his credit cards. He is sad being unable to prevent his stepdaughters, who are also on the rather ugly side, from...

In 1964 the winds of change are sweeping through Sister Aloysius’ St. Nicholas school. Father Flynn, a charismatic priest, is advocating reform of the school's strict customs, and the first black student has just been accepted. When a fellow nun tells Sister Aloysius that Father Flynn may be paying too much personal attention to the student, Sister Aloysius begins a personal crusade against the...

The Pantomime returns to the Earl Cameron Theatre Stage as The Bermuda Musical and Dramatic Society presents Sleeping Beauty. The Panto has been a fixture in Bermuda for over 50 years but was missing the last two years due to Covid.   Local Director Laura Bardgett very much wanted to return to the golden age of BMDS pantomimes with a traditional storyline combined with local themes. She...