• FHODS "Two"

    Friday 11 – Saturday 12 September

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  • Happy Box of Imps

    The Improv Comedy Extravaganza
    Friday 18 September, 7.30pm
    ADULT HUMOUR

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  • FHODS "Gypsy"

    Friday 25 September –
    Saturday 3 October

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During August, the theatre is in Dark Month, so our Box Office opening hours are reduced:
Monday, Thursday & Friday, 10am–2pm
We’re also closed on Monday 31st August for the Bank Holiday.

What’s on?

DRAMATIC COMEDY ● FHODS

Two

Friday 11 September, 7.30pm
Saturday 12 September, 2.30pm & 7.30pm

FHODS presents Two this September! A funny, moving pub-set drama where two actors play 14 characters, bringing a whole community to life in one unforgettable night.

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Discobility
DISCO

Discobility

Thursday 17 September, 7pm-9pm

Fancy Dress-themed inclusive disco for SEN adults to dance, socialise and make friends in a safe, accessible space with DJs.

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Happy Box of Imps
COMEDY

Happy Box of Imps

Friday 18 September, 7.30pm

The Improv Comedy Extravaganza! Love Whose Line or Mock the Week? Unscripted comedy, audience ideas, silly games & big laughs. Every show is different! Adult humour.

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FHODS Gypsy
MUSICAL ● FHODS

Gypsy

Friday 25 September – Saturday 3 October

Gypsy: The ultimate stage mother’s dream. Follow Rose’s relentless pursuit of fame as shy Louise transforms into legendary burlesque star Gypsy Rose Lee.

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The Hijacked Hollies
MUSIC

The Hijacked Hollies

Friday 9 October, 7.30pm

Relive the magic of The Hollies! The Hijacked Hollies recreate the iconic harmonies and timeless hits of the 60s & 70s in a nostalgic live show.

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FHODS Youth Section

When The Tanks Roll By

Friday 16 October, 7.30pm
Saturday 17 October, 2.30pm & 7.30pm

FHODS Youth present an original film and stage production exploring the impact of war through the eyes of soldiers and families. Powerful, moving and unforgettable.

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Founded back in 1902, The Folkestone-Hythe Operatic and Dramatic Society CIO (FHODS) is one of the country’s oldest amateur dramatic companies.

Based at The Tower Theatre in Folkestone, which is owned and operated by FHODS, the society presents a range of amateur productions – between six and ten each year – including dramas, comedies, musicals and, of course, our ever-popular pantomime.

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Dark Month at The Tower Theatre

Dark Month: Why The Tower Theatre Goes Quiet in August

Our doors may be closed in August, but behind the scenes it's all systems go — from a brand new heating system to a well-earned rest for our team, before we return in September with FHODS' 'Two' and 'Gypsy', plus Discobility, Happy Box of Imps, and more.
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July at The Tower Theatre

What’s On: July 2026 at The Tower Theatre

July at The Tower Theatre brings the final weekend of My Fair Lady, a summer special from Happy Box of Imps, and our Summer Workshop culminating in Broadway Junior Revue - Raise Your Voice.
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June at The Tower Theatre

What’s On: June 2026 at The Tower Theatre

The World Cup may be kicking off, but the show must go on! June at The Tower Theatre brings Fleetwood Unchained, Discobility, Rhinestone Cowboy, and FHODS' big summer musical, My Fair Lady.
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