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Penned Up

Penned Up

The Hal Company in association with Suzanna Rosenthal Productions presents


PENNED UP

A new play by Danusia Iwaszko


Can words be the great escape?


Welcome to HMP Ditchfield, where every week a group of prisoners are challenged to write their own plays. From boxing rings to the Brazilian rainforest, from painful pasts to wildly imaginative futures, these men discover that theatre is more than words on a page—it’s a lifeline, a way to reclaim their voices.


But when creativity clashes with control, tensions rise, secrets unravel, and laughter gives way to rebellion.


Witty, raw, and full of heart, Penned Up is a powerful celebration of storytelling, second chances, and the unexpected bonds that form behind bars.


Written by award-winning playwright Danusia Iwaszko, drawing on over 15 years of experience teaching playwriting in prisons, Penned Up offers an unflinching look at life inside.


Think Porridge meets Brassed Off—a laugh riot and a gut-punch in equal measure.


Age guidance 12+

Content warning: Strong language


Venue: The Stahl  Theatre, West St, Oundle, PE8 4EJ

Date: Fri 12th Sept 2025

Time: 7.45pm

Tickets: £13 & £18


Running Time: Approx 90 minutes with an interval


How To Get Your Tickets

Online: www.stahltheatre.co.uk

Phone: 01832 277300

Email Dee: dfitzsimmons@oundleschool.org.uk

In person at the Box Office (open Mon-Fri. 9.30-2.30)


Grateful thanks to: Arts Council England, Suffolk County Council, Suffolk Community Foundation, Conservatoire East, Suffolk Town Council, Menagerie Theatre, The Drapers Charitable Trust, The Ridley Godfrey Foundation, St Giles and Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds in association with HighTide and Synergy Theatre Project and thanks to Suzanne Drown

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Friday 12 Sep 202519:45

Pint Size Plays

Pint Size Plays

Pint Size Plays


The drama scholars of Oundle School have put together a collection of short 'Pint Size Plays'' that will take part in various buildings across Oundle School.


Starting at the Yarrow Gallery and proceeding to the Chapel Gardens Dell, The Chapel, The Stahl Workshops, The Stahl Foyer and ending on the Stahl Stage, they will perform their renditions of the following plays:


Yarrow Gallery  Art - Or Is It? by Liz Carroll

Chapel Gardens Dell  Anniversary by David Miller

The Chapel  I Know What You Are Thinking by David Wells

Stahl Workshops  Broken Biscuits by Tom Wells

The Stahl Foyer  The Mysterious Case of The Brewers Droop by Luke Hollands

The Stahl Foyer  Hi, Santa, Remember Me? by Trevor Suthers

The Stahl Stage  Two Woofs for Yes by Neil Walden


Venue: Various venues, starting at the Yarrow Gallery

and proceeding to the Chapel Gardens Dell, The Chapel,

The Stahl Workshops, The Stahl Foyer and ending on the Stahl Stage.

Date: September 18th

Time: 7.45pm

Tickets: Free


Age Restrictions: None

Runnining Time: 80 minutes approximately

Please note this involves walking from venue to venue so may not suit anyone with walking difficulties. If anyone requires any assistance in this matter please contact the box office to see if we can help in any way. 01832277300


How To Get Your Tickets


Online: www.stahltheatre.co.uk

Phone: 01832 277300

In person at the Box Office (open Mon-Fri. 9.30-2.30)


EVERYONE WELCOME

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Thursday 18 Sep 202519:45

Journey To The Centre Of The Earth

Journey To The Centre Of The Earth

Journey To The Centre Of The Earth

by Lamphouse


Take a break Rick Wakeman, back to your trailer Brendan Fraser, watch and learn Jules Verne, Lamphouse are going on a journey all the way to the centre of the Earth! Two intrepid explorers, one impossible mission (featuring at least one joke about a big hole), and no special effects budget whatsoever. What could possibly go wrong?


From the makers of War of the Worlds (On a Budget) and Frankenstein (On a Budget) this new comedy take on Jules Verne’s classic novel will be one epic night out, full of belly laughs, brand new music and really impressive* dinosaurs.


Featuring Tom Fox and Becky Owen-Fisher, the familiar faces behind the On a Budget series, Journey to the Centre of the Earth will be another fan favourite. Expect silly jokes, catchy tunes, ridiculous costumes and lots and lots of cardboard.


*not actually that impressive


Suitable for 10+


Venue: The Stahl Theatre, West St, Oundle PE8 4EJ

Date: Wed 24th Sept

Time: 7.45pm

Tickets: £13 Concessions and £18 Adults


Running Time: Approx 75 minutes

First Half 45 Mins

Second Half 30 Mins


EVERYONE WELCOME


How To Get Your Tickets

Online: www.stahltheatre.co.uk

Phone: 01832 277300

Email Dee: dfitzsimmons@oundleschool.org.uk

In person at the Box Office



Box Office open hours are Mon-Fri. 9.30am -2.30pm term time only


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Wednesday 24 Sep 202519:45

Yellow Brick Road

Yellow Brick Road

Yellow Brick Road

A celebration of Elton John's Music

Performed by Oundle School Music Pupils


Join us for a night of celebrating the music of Elton John. Feel free to wear your snazzy sunglasses and toe tapping platform shoes.


Venue: The Stahl Theatre, West Street, Oundle

Time: 7.45pm or 9pm

Tickets: £5

Running time: 45 mins

Age restriction: None


Everyone Welcome

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Friday 26 Sep 202519:45