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!

Forthcoming HAODS Productions

CHESS The Musical

The Mikado - April 2012

All performances at the Capitol Horsham

Tuesday 17th to Saturday 21st April 2012 at 7:30pm
Matinee Saturday 21st April 2012 at 2:30pm

Tickets available from the Box Office:

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By Phone:

Online:
The Capitol
North Street
Horsham
West Sussex
RH12 1RG

01403 750220

www.thecapitolhorsham.com

Mikado

 

Guys and Dolls - November 2012

 

CHESS: A Triumph!

Everyone at HAODS is slowly recovering from our recent blockbuster production of CHESS, which played to near-capacity houses all week long.

Without doubt this was HAODS' most spectacular show to date, and what a shame we didn't have the theatre booked for a second week!

The standing ovations and roar of the audience as "Anthem" was encored on the final evening said it all - BRAVISSIMO, HAODS!

And now, a Review to match ...

CHESS - Rave Review in WSCT

See what the West Sussex County Times said about our production of CHESS! Click on the image below to link through to a readable version!

Join Us

There are very few experiences that can top taking part in a theatrical show, whether on stage or off!

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.

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.

HAODS performing Oklahoma

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.

Mikado - More Men Please!

Rehearsals for our April 2012 show "The Mikado" are well underway and are sounding great, but they would sound even better if we had some more members in the men's chorus!

If you are interested or know someone who might want to take part in the production, please contact us as soon as possible!

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