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!

Spring 2025 – Return To The Forbidden Planet

AODS proudly presents Return To The Forbidden Planet:

Regretfully, AODS announce a change in the publicised casting for Return to the Forbidden Planet. Due to unforeseen circumstances, Annie Veneti has decided to withdraw from the production. The role of the Science Officer will now be played by Sally Airey. We wish her and the rest of the cast success in the show.

CAST

Captain Tempest – Nick Main
Prospero – Stephen Fletcher
Science Officer – Sally Airey
Miranda – Sapphire Cook
Navigation Officer – Arabella Davis
Bosun Arras – Kate Youll
Ariel – Finn Walters
Cookie – Dave Towns
Newscaster – Eleanor Bradbury
Dee Tergent – Tamasin Ellis
Axel Dent – James Gunner
Teresa Green – Heather Armitage
Tim Burr – Greg Shaw

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

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