About Us

Alton Operatic and Dramatic Society (AODS) are an amateur operatic and dramatic society who put on many different productions including musicals, operettas, plays and revues.

Founded in 1921, AODS has grown to become a two-shows-a-year society which provides first class entertainment for the people of Alton and a hectic social life for its members.

The very latest news about what is happening in the society can be found on our Facebook page. If you are a society member you can also join the conversation about AODS on our Facebook group!

We are always looking for new members, so if you like what you see on this website please contact us about becoming a member!

November 2026 – Murder on the Nile

I am pleased to announce the casting of our November play, Murder on the Nile, 12th – 14th November 2026.

Congratulations to everyone who auditioned, it gave our director, Arabella Davis and the audition panel a lot to decide upon, and please see below the cast list:

Police Official – Kate Youll

McNaught – Daniel Walsh

1st Beadseller – Kate Youll

2nd Beadseller – Uncast

Kay Mostyn – Rebecca Norton

Louise – Amanda Buchan

Miss Ffoliot-Ffoulkes – Tamasin Ellis

Steward – Alex Grant

Christina Grant – Sophie Borrell

Jacqueline De Severac – Sapphire Cook

Dr Bessner – Ian Larkin

William Smith – James Morley Smith

Canon Pennefather – Dave Towns

Simon Mostyn – Finn Walters

There’s a role for you in the AODS crew!

Visit their page to find out more.