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Aug 04, 2016•1 min
Wyvern Theatre
The Wyvern Theatre, Swindon, has 635 seats and every seat is designed to be no further than 70ft from the stage. The venue offers a mixed programme of concerts, comedy, dance, drama, musical theatre and local amateur productions.
The Wyvern Theatre has a vibrant team of 30 staff members and an additional 30 front of house members.
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Episodes
Nigel Havers on The Importance of Being Earnest
Hear what Nigel Havers has to say about his latest play, Oscar Wilde's 'The Importance of Being Earnest'. The Wyvern's Laura James caught up with him on opening night at Richmond Theatre.
Sep 14, 2015•2 min
Hairspray Cast on the SYP15 Experience
Participants in our 2015 Summer Youth Project production of Hairspray describe their experiences at Wyvern Theatre.
Aug 20, 2015•2 min
Shaun Of The Dead LIVE! Podcast
We sent the cast of 'Shaun of the Dead LIVE' a few questions and they sent us this hilarious PODCAST! Don't miss their unique LIVE SHOW on Thu 18 June: http://bit.ly/Shaun15
Jun 08, 2015•4 min
In conversation with Matt Fox - Madam Renards Mini-Fringe Festival
We caught up with Matt Fox of 'Madam Renards' to discuss their Swindon-based Mini Fringe Festival.
Apr 15, 2015•9 min
Panto Archive: Pollyann remembers playing Dick Whittington
In 2002 the Wyvern Theatre presented Dick Whittington from Friday 13 December to Saturday 11 January 2003. The production starred Doctor Who's Colin Baker as the hilarious Sarah the Cook, with Geoffrey Hayes as Idle Jack and Pollyann Tanner as Dick Whittington. Pollyann Tanner is a well-known director, choreographer, performer and teacher now based in Swindon, who first performed at the age of two! As a performer she has played leading roles in many West End musicals, national tours, rep theatre...
Apr 02, 2015•3 min
Panto Archive: Paddy discusses playing Dick Whittington with Kris
In 1973 the Wyvern Theatre presented it's first ever production of Dick Whittington. The production starred Kent Baker as the hilarious Sarah the Cook, with Gerald Moon as Idle Jack and Paddy Glynn as Dick Whittington. Paddy has gone on to play many theatrical roles, her most recent in Camera Lucida at the Barbican. She has also made appearances in Ricky Gervais' Channel 4 sitcom Derek and the BBC's hugely popular Doctors. On Monday 10 November 2014, Paddy met Kristian Morse who is due to take o...
Apr 02, 2015•4 min
A Message from Tommy the Cat
Tommy the Cat, from this year's pantomime at the Wyvern Theatre, sends a message to Swindon. Barnaby trained at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. His television credits include Luther (BBC) and Miliband of Brothers (Channel 4). Film credits include A Lifelss Life (Chocolate FIlms) and Tristan in the Cowshed (Electric Shorts). Theatre credits include Damn Yankees!. His theatre credits whilst training include: Spring Awakening, The Producers, Sweeney Todd, Much Ado About Nothing, Cardiff East, Me...
Oct 01, 2014•24 sec
Agatha Christie's Audio Described Performance Introduction - Set Description
On Thursday 4 September, the Wyvern Theatre provided an audio described performance of Agatha Christie's Black Coffee. Following last year’s production of Agatha Christie’s Go Back For Murder, the Agatha Christie Theatre Company return to Swindon with a brand-new drama produced by Bill Kenwright. Black Coffee is the first play ever written by Agatha Christie and in it we are introduced to Hercule Poirot - the only fictional character ever to receive a full-page obituary in the New York Times. Bi...
Sep 04, 2014•5 min
The cast of Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain perform an extract from the show
It’s time to prepare yourselves for Horrible Histories live on stage with a brand-new show Barmy Britain...featuring all-new amazing 3D effects! Prepare to do battle in the frightful First World War! It’s the horrible history of Britain with the nasty bits left in! Can you beat battling Boudicca? Has William Wallace met his match? Would you lose your heart or head to horrible Henry? Can evil Elizabeth entertain England? Will Parliament survive gunpowder Guy? Can King Charles keep his head? Would...
Jul 10, 2014•3 min
Swindon 105.5FM speak to Captain Edmund Blackadder
Swindon 105.5FM's Sean Hodgson recently spoke to Almost Legal Productions' Olly Ward, who plays the title character in Blackadder. The stage-adaptation of the classic TV show will be performed at Swindon Arts Centre from Friday 27 to Saturday 28 June. Almost Legal Productions bring a British classic from screen to stage with their adaptation of 2 classic episodes of the Ben Elton and Richard Curtis comedy Blackadder. Blackadder is a comedy set in different historical periods that features the il...
Jun 19, 2014•8 min
Behind-the-scenes #28: Kevin Clifton and Karen Hauer
If you love dance, then Flashmob is a show you cannot miss! See the stars of TV dance shows headlined by the spectacular Kevin Clifton and Karen Hauer, from BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing, World Street Dance champions Flawless from Britain’s Got Talent, as well as Oliver-nominated Tommy Franzen (BBC1’s So You Think You Can Dance) contemporary duo Alleviate and Irish fusion duo Brosena from Sky 1’s Got to Dance. This show offers you the chance to immerse yourself in the joy of dance: from Latin to L...
Jun 05, 2014•12 min
Luke Kempner performs an extract from The Only Way Is Downton
Direct from a West End season comes this first national tour of Luke Kempner’s tour-de-force impressions comedy, in an extended version featuring exclusive new material. As celebrities start appearing at the Abbey, cultures clash and eras hilariously collide in this brilliant new parody, which takes in many other popular TV shows and familiar modern voices to help the cast of Downton save the estate from financial ruin – again! Having made his name with YouTube hit Downstairs At Downton, and app...
Apr 17, 2014•3 min
On the phone with Newton Faulkner
When Newton Faulkner emerged in 2007 he was the fleet-fingered prince of sparkling guitar pop. The 22-year old kid from Surrey had a million-selling, Number One hit with his debut album 'Hand Built By Robots'. Singles 'Dream Catch Me' and 'I Need Something' were the festival sound of the Summer. As were his innovative covers of Massive Attack’s 'Teardrop' and the theme from Spongebob Squarepants. In August 2013, Faulkner released his fourth album, 'Studio Zoo', which was recorded while being str...
Apr 10, 2014•8 min
On the Phone with Pasha Kovalev
Ahead of performing at Swindon’s Wyvern Theatre, Pasha Kovalev spoke to Marketing Manager Richard Loftus about Strictly Come Dancing and his brand-new show with Katya Virshilas. Pasha Kovalev started dancing at the age of 8. In September 2011, Pasha joined the BBC's Strictly Come Dancing as the new professional dancer of its ninth series. In his first series he was partnered with Waterloo Road actress Chelsee Healey. The two made it all the way to the finals, finishing as runners-up to Harry Jud...
Apr 03, 2014•9 min
Behind-the-scenes #27: Swindon Wildcats' Ryan Aldridge meets Peter Pan on Ice
The title character from the Russian Ice Stars production of Peter Pan On Ice flew over to the Link Centre, with Tinkerbell, on Monday 24 March to meet Swindon Wildcats Ice Hockey Team. The world-renowned Russian Ice Stars bring to Swindon, this May, a new adaptation of this famous fantasy adventure by J.M. Barrie. Wendy, Michael and John are visited in the nursery by Peter Pan himself, who teaches them to fly with the help of Tinker Bell, and takes them on a magical journey to Never Land...but,...
Mar 27, 2014•47 sec
Behind-the-scenes #26: Thomas Stimpson MBE at Swindon launch of Birdsong
The tour of Birdsong will continue to support Help for Heroes, after raising over £50,000 through collections and events on the 2013 tour. Thomas Stimpson MBE attended the Wyvern Theatre’s launch, representing this fantastic Charity which has supported him and his wife after he suffered a head injury and severe concussion during an IDF attack in 2006. Help for Heroes offers comprehensive support to those who have suffered life-changing injuries and illnesses whilst serving our country. This is p...
Feb 27, 2014•4 min
Behind-the-scenes #25: Peter Duncan at Swindon launch for Birdsong
Peter Duncan, Jonny Clarke and George Banks will be heading the cast of the 2014 national tour of Rachel Wagstaff’s stage play Birdsong, adapted from the novel by Sebastian Faulks, when it comes to the Wyvern Theatre later this year. The three cast members marched into the Town Centre to visit the cenotaph ahead of their performances in Swindon in July. Peter Duncan, though perhaps best known as a Blue Peter presenter, began his acting career in the 1970s when he joined the National Theatre. Rec...
Feb 20, 2014•2 min
Behind-the-scenes #24: Memory Café, in association with Alzheimer's Society
A new support group for people with dementia has been launched by Alzheimer’s Society at the Wyvern Theatre, Swindon. The new Memory Café provides an opportunity for people with dementia and their carers to socialise and get much needed face to face support. Memory Cafés provide people with dementia and carers a platform to talk openly about living with dementia within a relaxed and informal environment. The group will also hear from a variety of guest speakers, including health and social care ...
Feb 13, 2014•5 min
Behind-the-scenes #23: Meet Rogue 5
Have you ever wondered what would happen if you crossed a boy band with talent? Rogue 5, that’s what! This comedy boy band will blow your mind! Don’t think of them as a boy band though, think of them as…Nah, they’re definitely a boy band and they’re probably not that different. But don’t hold that against them just because you’re jealous!
Feb 06, 2014•2 min
SW-Inspiration: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory's Scarlet Roche
Scarlet Roche is a former Wyvern Theatre Summer Youth Project participant and is currently playing the role of Veruca Salt in the West End production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Training: Gemma Short School of Dance and Theatre Arts in Swindon. Theatre includes: Swan Lake (English Youth Ballet – scholarship recipient). Scarlet is also an associate of the Classical Ballet Academy at Tring Park School for the Performing Arts. Scarlet is absolutely thrilled to be playing the role of Veruc...
Jan 30, 2014•6 min
Behind-the-scenes #22: Birdsong Launch with George Banks and Jonny Clarke
On Monday 13 January, the 2014 national tour of Rachel Wagstaff’s stage play Birdsong, adapted from the novel by Sebastian Faulks, was launched at the National Army Museum. This stunning piece of live theatre will be performed at Swindon's Wyvern Theatre from Tuesday 1 to Saturday 5 July 2014. In pre-war France, a young Englishman, Stephen Wraysford, embarks on a passionate and dangerous affair with the beautiful Isabelle Azaire that turns their worlds upside down. As the war breaks out, Stephen...
Jan 23, 2014•3 min
Behind-the-scenes #21: Birdsong Launch with Sebastian Faulks and Alastair Whatley
On Monday 13 January, the 2014 national tour of Rachel Wagstaff’s stage play Birdsong, adapted from the novel by Sebastian Faulks, was launched at the National Army Museum. This stunning piece of live theatre will be performed at Swindon's Wyvern Theatre from Tuesday 1 to Saturday 5 July 2014. In pre-war France, a young Englishman, Stephen Wraysford, embarks on a passionate and dangerous affair with the beautiful Isabelle Azaire that turns their worlds upside down. As the war breaks out, Stephen...
Jan 16, 2014•3 min
Pantomime Podcast: Dame Trot's Stocking Filler
On Tuesday 17 December, after the 10:30am performance of Jack and the Beanstalk, Dame Trot received a stocking filler from two of Swindon Rugby Club's most rugged athletes. David Cox and Troy Badenski presented Dame Trot (played by David Ashley) with one of their 2014 & 2015 Calendars, which raises funds for both the club’s much-needed £100,000 refurbishment and the Great Western Hospital’s Special Care Baby Unit
Dec 19, 2013•2 min
On the phone with Chris Ramsey
Ahead of performing at Swindon’s Wyvern Theatre, Chris Ramsey spoke to Marketing & Press Officer Laura James about his 'dangerous' credentials and his brand-new show. Fresh from a complete sell-out, twice extended 2012 tour, multiple appearances on Celebrity Juice and 8 Out of 10 Cats, and a starring role in BBC Two’s Hebburn, Chris embarks on a brand new tour for 2013/2014. Taking his brush with on air censorship as a jumping off point to muse on life, mistakes, expectation and offense, he ...
Dec 12, 2013•6 min
Pantomime Podcast: Day Twelve of Rehearsals
Rehearsals for the Wyvern Theatre's annual pantomime began on Monday 25 November. Keith Chegwin, who returns to Swindon's number one entertainment venue, will ensure giant laughs will be had by the entire audience from Saturday 7 December 2013 to Sunday 5 January 2014. Following the second dress rehearsal, Producer Daryl Back discussed why this year's pantomime is Swindon's best one yet - plus, hear a snippet from the show when Fairy Nuff (Jennifer Greenwood) and Fleshcreep (Simon Wegrzyn) go he...
Dec 06, 2013•1 min
Pantomime Podcast: Day Eleven of Rehearsals
Rehearsals for the Wyvern Theatre's annual pantomime began on Monday 25 November. Keith Chegwin, who returns to Swindon's number one entertainment venue, will ensure giant laughs will be had by the entire audience from Saturday 7 December 2013 to Sunday 5 January 2014. During a short-break, Company Stage Manager Beth Sweeney and Assistant Stage Manager Adam Butcher revealed their roles in the show and how far they had got during the technical rehearsal so far...
Dec 05, 2013•1 min
Pantomime Podcast: Day Ten of Rehearsals
Rehearsals for the Wyvern Theatre's annual pantomime began on Monday 25 November. Keith Chegwin, who returns to Swindon's number one entertainment venue, will ensure giant laughs will be had by the entire audience from Saturday 7 December 2013 to Sunday 5 January 2014. During the break of the technical rehearsal, Sound Designer Steve Brierley discussed cow noises and describes his role in putting together the soundtrack for Jack and the Beanstalk.
Dec 04, 2013•2 min
Pantomime Podcast: Day Nine of Rehearsals
Rehearsals for the Wyvern Theatre's annual pantomime began on Monday 25 November. Keith Chegwin, who returns to Swindon's number one entertainment venue, will ensure giant laughs will be had by the entire audience from Saturday 7 December 2013 to Sunday 5 January 2014. Between running her lines, Jennifer Greenwood revealed a little more about her character Fairy Nuff ahead of this evening's full run through of the show.
Dec 03, 2013•50 sec
Pantomime Podcast: Day Eight - Lighting Plot
Rehearsals for the Wyvern Theatre's annual pantomime began on Monday 25 November. Keith Chegwin, who returns to Swindon's number one entertainment venue, will ensure giant laughs will be had by the entire audience from Saturday 7 December 2013 to Sunday 5 January 2014. As the cast continue to rehearse, Lighting Designer Wayne Dowdeswell is working on the show's lighting in the main auditorium. Wayne trained at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. He spent several seasons at Contact Theatre, Mancheste...
Dec 02, 2013•1 min
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