HAODS in the Game!

On Monday, 29th April 2013, the ladies of HAODS took a break from preparing for Sound of Music auditions to do some recording for a forthcoming computer game. Nuns became Barbarians for the evening at the studios of Horsham-based computer games company Creative Assembly. The HAODS crew provided crowd noise and battle cries which will be used in Total War: Rome II which is due for release by SEGA later this year.

Welcome to HAODS!

Based in West Sussex, Horsham Amateur Operatic & Dramatic Society is one of the South East's premier amateur theatre companies, with an enviable reputation for producing shows of stunning quality and originality, to great critical and audience acclaim. HAODS performs two major musical productions every year, at the Capitol Horsham, a modern and fully equipped professional theatre, as well as occasional plays and other entertainments.

With its own private suite of rehearsal studios, properties store, extensive costume wardrobe and full-height scenery workshop, HAODS offers its members unprecedented opportunities to become involved in all aspects of its theatrical production, whether as performers, props and scenery builders, stage technicians and much more. We always welcome new members, so please be sure to check out our "Join Us" page for contact details!

The Full Cast of "Oliver!" at Rehearsal

Around 100 people comprised the total cast for HAODS' recent production of "Oliver!", with two teams of 20 children and a further 60 adults! Mostly, the children and adults have been rehearsing separately, but on Sunday, 17th March, everyone came together for the first of several massive runs-through. Here you can see the assembled troupe, in a panoramic shot of our rehearsal room at "HAODS House".

Join Us

At HAODS we are a lively, friendly society that is keen to welcome new members. Even if you have never set a foot on the stage before you will soon find yourself part of the team and enjoying yourself among many new friends.

See our "Join Us" page for further details.

Young HAODS!

In keeping with HAODS' long term commitment to get young people interested in the performing arts, we have now started a new weekly event open to everyone in the 7-16 age range.

Every Wednesday Evening, between 6:30-7:30 (for ages 7-11) and 7:30-8:30 (for ages 12-16), Mandy Hodge will be at HAODS House, in the Broadbridge Heath Leisure Centre, to offer young people the chance to sing, dance, perform and to learn basic theatrical disciplines.

For more information, please contact:

younghaods@btinternet.com

About Us

Since its creation in 1954 by a handful of enthusiastic amateur players, HAODS' membership has been growing from strength to strength, with members bringing a variety of theatrical experience with them.

The early days were fraught with financial constraints, but nothing could dampen the desire to put on a show. Over the past half-century, the society's now traditional bi-annual productions have not only become more diverse, but challenging too, as each year our experience grows and we attract more talent, both on stage and behind the scenes.

From its early beginnings in the old Capitol Theatre, and temporary locations in successive years, HAODS is now privileged to be able to stage its productions at the town's new Capitol Theatre in liaison with Horsham District Council with whom we have worked for a number of years.

With a growing membership, invaluable support from the Horsham community, together with many local organisations, HAODS continues its quest to provide regular and affordable entertainment. New members are always welcome to join us at HAODS House at the Broadbridge Heath Leisure Centre where our purpose-constructed rehearsal studio, costume wardrobe and stage props workshop are located.