The Heart of South East London Theatre
St George’s Players is a community theatre group formed in 1934, drawing on creative talent from across South East London and beyond.
What We Do
We produce two full-length plays a year, complemented by a regular calendar of play readings, showcases, and scratch nights. Our productions include:
- ✦Golden Age Thrillers & Noir
- ✦Original New Writing
- ✦Classic Drama & Comedy
- ✦Stage Adaptations & Suspense
How It Works
Every member of the Players is a volunteer. All proceeds from our tickets are reinvested into future productions, covering everything from period costumes to set construction. We are a welcoming group where you can learn about acting, directing, or backstage roles in a friendly environment. You don’t need any previous experience to get involved.
We are a welcoming group where you can learn the roles of stagecraft, acting, or directing in a friendly, local environment.
Join the Cast or Crew
- • On Stage: Auditions open to everyone.
- • Backstage: Set building, lighting, sound & props.
- • Creative: Costumes and Stage Management.
Have a story to tell?
Our Writers’ Group meets regularly to share ideas and develop original scripts in a supportive environment.
Where It Happens
Our rehearsals and main productions usually take place at St George’s Church (Vancouver Road) in Forest Hill.
However, the Blythe Hill Tavern is our true home-away-from-home, serving as our regular spot for play readings and committee meetings. We also make use of other local spaces across the Catford and Forest Hill area.
The Committee
Our work is overseen by our committee. Like every member of the Players, they are volunteers. You can read about our current committee members here.
| Mark Harrington | Chair |
| Tara Rolington | Vice Chair |
| Nathan Pierce | Secretary |
| Paul Buckenham | Treasurer |
| Tyler Hatwell | Writers’ Group Lead |
| Fifi Batchelor | Props Manager |
| Winston Wong | Website |
| Ian Cooper | Honorary Lifetime Member |
Voice of the Members
Marina Nenadic
Phoebe West
90+ Years of Local Drama
While our official formation was in 1934, our roots in the Catford and Forest Hill area stretch back as far as 1928. Having celebrated our 90th Anniversary in 2024, we are now looking toward a full century of community theatre.
