Welcome to CADS
Clacton Amateur Dramatic Society is 100% voluntary and is run by a Management Committee. All the profit that is made from our productions is reinvested in the society to produce further plays and maintain our headquarters.
CADS would not be possible without the dedication of all the members who contribute and support in whatever way they can, whether that be performing, building sets, making costumes, marketing, directing, and many other things!
Everyone involved pays a yearly membership fee and our aim is to provide a high quality standard of plays for our audiences to enjoy.
Next Production
Judy and Johnny are 1950’s enthusiasts who have taken role play to a different level. In a house completely fitted out in 1950’s style, the couple live out their ultimate fantasy. Best friends, Fran and Marcus also enjoy the 1950’s (including a bit of jiving) but don’t take it as far as Judy and Johnny. But it’s the 21st Century and it has a nasty habit of forcing it’s way into their pristine bubble whether it’s Johnny’s new boss Alex at the Estate Agency, the contemporary cost of living on a 1950’s budget, or Judy’s critical mother Sylvia (who actually lived through the 1950’s). The Present insists on being dealt with; the question is, can Judy handle it?
We are very fortunate that we have the luxury of putting on our productions at the wonderful West Cliff Theatre in Clacton-on-Sea, and we are continually grateful for the unwavering support of the Theatre Trust and Friends.
CADS belong to NODA (National Operatic and Dramatic Association) which was founded in 1899 and is the main representative body for amateur theatre in the UK, supporting local groups like ours in a number of different ways to achieve the highest standard of production. NODA operates through 11 regional councils and CADS, who have been a member for many years, is in the Eastern region. Here in the East, NODA has over 280 members competing to be the best, and the “friendly” competition makes sure we are kept on our toes as each year we strive to win our own local “awards”.
Our Awards
We are proud to confirm that CADS has received numerous nominations and has been the lucky winners of several awards over the years:
- 2023 – Frankenstein – Best Technical
- 2022 – One Man Two Guvnors – Best Drama
- 2020 / 2021 – Brassed Off – Best Drama and Best Basic Programme
Full list of awards
Future Productions
TREASURE ISLAND
6th – 8th November 2025
Read Through/Auditions – To be held at Albert Edward Hall Community Centre, Legerton Drive, Clacton-on-Sea