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Monday Evening Readings

April 22, 2024

She Kills Monsters by Qui Nguyen

Table Read: readers can choose to read on the spot. Join us for an exhilarating encore as we delve into the fantastical world of 'She Kills Monsters'! Following the success of our previous table read, we're thrilled to invite you to another captivating evening of theatrical adventure. This table read promises to transport you into a realm filled with magic, monsters, and heart-pounding action. Unleash your inner hero as we explore the imaginative journey of Agnes Evans, who embarks on a quest through the realm of Dungeons & Dragons to connect with her late sister, Tilly. Whether you're eager to take on a role or simply prefer to witness the unfolding drama, all are welcome to join the fun. This time around, we're once again opening the stage to volunteers (or voluntolds!) for scene-by-scene casting. So, if you've ever dreamed of stepping into the shoes of a fearless warrior, a cunning mage, or a mythical creature, now's your chance to shine! Don't miss out on this opportunity to be part of an unforgettable experience. Grab your dice, gather your courage, and embark on an epic adventure with us. Join in the excitement, camaraderie, and sheer magic of live storytelling at its finest!

April 29, 2024

A Nice Family Christmas by Phil Olson

It's Christmas Eve, and a young newspaper reporter on the brink of being fired has been assigned a last-chance story about a typical family Christmas – his family Christmas. He goes home to his recently widowed mother, his crazy uncle, his eccentric grandmother, and his battling siblings and their neurotic spouses, who provide no shortage of material. One by one, we learn each family member's secrets, problems, and dysfunctions, and when they learn that he's writing an article with some very personal family information, the fruitcake hits the fan. The question is, will the magic of Christmas bring this family back together?

May 6, 2024

Musical Theatre Group Takeover

The ZEST Musical Theatre group will perform a showcase of some songs they've been working on over the past few months.

The Zurich English-Speaking Theatre meets almost every Monday evening for a play reading. Potential new members are always welcome - take a look at the reading details on this page for the next reading date.  All meetings take place at St. Andrew's Community Centre, near Stadelhofen in central Zurich (see the map below).  Doors open around 19:00 for an informal get-together and the reading starts at 19:30 unless otherwise stated.  You don't need to sign up or inform us that you are coming, but if you have any questions, please contact us via the General Enquiries page.

 

Play readings are organised and read by members without rehearsal with scripts in hand and a basic set.  Newcomers will not be initially asked to read, but if you'd like to get involved, talk to anyone on the committee and we will be glad to put you down on the reading list.

Monday readings are open to anyone and count towards your membership session count.  For more information on membership, see the membership page.

Coronavirus

Following changes to the BAG restrictions, certificates will no longer be required to attend in-person events. Some venues still require us to wear masks despite the changes, which we must abide by. Please do not attend an event if you have COVID-like symptoms. Food and drink may be consumed again and wine will be provided again on Mondays in the coming weeks.

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