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!

 

 

Cast List 

Cervantes/Don Quixote- Martin Sampson
Sancho Panza – Dave Towns
Aldonza – Amanda Buchan
Padre – Paul Gough
Housekeeper- Kate Youll
Antonia – Sapphire Cook
The Duke/ Dr Carrasco – Charlie Hellard
Pedro – Tony Randall
The Barber – Arabella Davis
The Governor/ Innkeeper- Kevin Hanlon
Maria the Innkeeper’s wife – Tamasin Ellis
Jose/ Captain of the Inquisition – Ian Larkins
Fermina – Ginnie Cann

Horses/ Dancers –
Lisa Lindsay
Chrissie White
Beth Mills
Rebecca Norton
Prisoners – Heather Armitage
Sophie Borrell

Muleteers –
Andrew (Buzz) Burrows
Geoff Goodall
Greg Shaw
Robert Hudd

 

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

Visit their page to find out more.