Dorchester’s community theatre
Community Plays
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Local Performers
Years of Plays
Big stories. Local voices. One community on stage.
Explore our community plays
1985
entertaining strangers
Dorchester’s very first community play
1985
1989
under the god
1989
1996
Running Still
1996
2002
Fire from Heaven
2002
2007
A Time to Keep
2007
2014
Drummer Hodge
2014
2023
spinning the moon
2023
What Is a Community Play?
What We do
Community at the Heart
We involve local residents in every stage, with opportunities to take part on stage, behind the scenes, and in the making.
Cultural Heritage
Our plays explore and celebrate Dorchester’s rich history, fostering a deeper connection to our local heritage.
Professional Support
We work with experienced theatre professionals to create ambitious, high-quality productions shaped by the community.
Voices from the community
Being part of DCPA was a transformative experience that allowed me to connect with my community on a whole new level.
I have been working with these guys since years now! With lots of hard work and timely communication they made sure they delivered the best to me. Highly recommended!
“Being part of the play changed how I see my town.”
“It felt professional, welcoming, and genuinely collaborative.”
“Everyone’s contribution mattered.”
“Everyone’s contribution mattered.”
“I was nervous at first, but never felt alone.”
“The sense of belonging was incredible.”
“The sense of belonging was incredible.”
“It was more than a performance, it was a shared journey.”
“I was nervous at first, but never felt alone.”
“The sense of belonging was incredible.”
“I was nervous at first, but never felt alone.”
“The sense of belonging was incredible.”
dorchester on stage
