Our History

Stage Struck was conceived by Swindon Singer and Teacher Vera Bennett in 1983. A pattern of three major shows a year, two weeks at the Arts Centre and one week at the Wyvern was then established. In addition the company performed additional cabaret and charity performances.

Vera died in December 1991 after a courageous seventeen year battle against cancer. However, her fighting spirit prevailed, led by her husband, David Wainwright. David worked with a series of MDs eventually standing down from directing productions. Originally working with Lydia Lever until she returned to her professional career, David then handed the reigns to another former Stage Struck member, Jane Marie Osborne. Together with her husband, Geoff, they took the company on a journey that lasted 15 years, until it ended in 2014.

It was at this point Michelle and Grace , with the support of the cast, decided to establish a new group, and in January 2015 "The Cast of Stage Struck" was created. Bringing with them some 30 and 25 years of Stage Struck experience, and a fresh approach, the first production took the stage in September 2015.

Why the change of name from Stage Struck? Well we wanted a name that reflected the hard work that every single member of the cast was putting in - that team effort. And so "The Cast of Stage Struck" was born. Not a million miles away from before, just a subtle difference that said everything it needed to.

We became well-known for our high standard of performances, the mixture of music and quirky arrangements, from modern classics to swing. And we always added our unique TCOSS twist and a little bit of Ken-shaped comedy.

During our 10 years we’ve entertained audiences, from our own shows (of which Don’t Stop Believing is the 17th), to private garden parties to care homes. And along the way we’ve raised over £12,000 for local charities.

But now it’s time to bring the curtain down for the last time - we’ve had an absolute blast and wouldn’t change a thing!

Show List

Don’t Stop Believing - Sept 25

Sleighbells & Snowflakes - Nov 24

Especially For You - May 24

Holidays Are Coming - Dec 23

Putting on the Glitz - July 23

Christmas By Candlelight - Dec 22

In The Mood - May 22

Be Our Christmas Guest - Dec 21

Can You Imagine That! - Nov 19

Just Monkeying Around - May 19

A Swinging Christmas - Dec 18

Fun Fun Fun - May 18

The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year - Dec 17

Allsorts & Dolly Mixture - May 17

Sparkle Jolly Twinkle Jingley - Dec 16

The Express Train To Rio - May 16

With A Little Help From My Friends - Sept 15