Jessica Swale
Our Patron
As Patron of the Little Theatre Guild, I am truly thrilled to see the UK theatre scene flourishing once again after the challenges of the pandemic. It’s been inspiring to read about the incredible range of productions staged by our members this year, showcasing both classic plays and exciting new works. This balance is crucial in ensuring that the next generation of theatre-makers continues to be inspired by our cultural heritage while also creating new classics.
Theatre, as we know, is not just about escape – it’s about connection, empathy, and the power of storytelling. I’m honoured to support the Little Theatre Guild, and I want to express my heartfelt thanks to all of you for your dedication and passion in bringing these stories to life. Together, we continue to keep the theatrical flame burning bright. Keep up the wonderful work!
Honorary Associates
We would like to thank all of our Honorary Associates for your unwavering dedication to amateur theatre. Your passion and hard work ensure that community theatres continue to thrive, offering both timeless classics and exciting new works to our audiences. Your commitment to the arts plays a crucial role in keeping the spirit of live theatre alive and accessible to all. We are truly inspired by your efforts and look forward to seeing how you continue to shape the future of theatre within our communities.
Martin Bowley
The Questor Theatre, Ealing
Philip Bradley
People Theatre, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Caroline Chapman
Royalty Theatre, Sunderland
Anne Gilmour
The Questor Theatre, Ealing
Margaret Mann
Southport Dramatic Club
Sir Ian McKellen, CH CBE
Retired Patron
Steve Pratt
Stockport Garrick Theatre
Eddie Redfern
Archway Theatre, Horley
Mike Rogerson
Green Room Theatre, Wilmslow
Michael Shipley
Bolton Little Theatre
Michael Smith
Durham Little Theatre
Honorary Associates in Memoriam
We remember our Honorary Associates who have passed away with sincere thanks and deep gratitude. Their tireless dedication to amateur and community theatre helped shape the vibrant landscape we continue to enjoy today. Their passion and commitment ensured that so many local theatres flourished. Their contributions were invaluable, and their legacy will forever remain a source of inspiration to us all.
We are truly grateful for the impact they made and will continue to carry their spirit forward in the theatre community.
John B Anderson
South London Theatre
Geoff Bennett
Criterion Theatre, Coventry
Stella Birkett
Bradford Playhouse
John Brook
Halifax Thespians
C Austin Burnett
Crescent Theatre, Birmingham
Patricia Clough
Bingley Little Theatre
Frank Cooper-Watson
Leicester Little Theatre
Lawrence du Garde Peach OBE
Great Hucklow Village Players
Aldred Emmet OBE
The Questors Theatre, Ealing
John English, MA OBE
Highbury Theatre Centre
Lilian Fletcher
Highbury Theatre Centre
Margaret Hancock
Bradford Playhouse
Marjorie Havard
Caxton Players, Grimsby
Carl Hayhurst
Lancaster Grand Theatre
Norman Leaker, MBE
Crescent Theatre, Birmingham
Harold Mellor
Tower Theatre, Islington
Keith Morris
Priory Theatre, Kenilworth
Bill Pearson
Nomads Theatre, East Horsley
Rosemary Shaw
Wharf Theatre, Devizes
Sandra Simpson
Bolton Little Theatre
Kevin Spence
Doncaster Little Theatre
Peter Stansfield
The Priestly Theatre, Bradford
Barbara Watson
Carlisle Green Room Club
Margaret Whitehouse
Hall Green Little Theatre
Tom Williams
Chesil Theatre, Winchester
