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Over 100 years of history, and a future shining bright!

From our beginnings as a light opera and drama society in 1920, mainly performing Gilbert and Sullivan operettas with the occasional play, we have developed and expanded throughout the years into an amateur theatre company able to attempt anything from large modern musicals to charity reviews.
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Get into the Christmas spirit early this year with this heartwarming tale of struggles, mishaps, and ultimately, the triumph of the St. Bernadette's children and staff as they work to create a show that will make Christmas wishes come true.

Book and Lyrics by Debbie Isitt , Orchestrations by George Dyer, Music by Debbie Isitt and Nicky Ager

This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International with authorised materials from www.MTlshows.co.uk

Behind the Curtain: Cranbrook Operatic & Dramatic Society

CODS is an amateur theatre society, but with aspirations to produce high quality shows that provide maximum enjoyment for our audience whilst maintaining high production values.  As a charity, we also have a broader objective of making the dramatic arts accessible to our broader community, both audience and performers.

We are an inclusive organisation and try as hard as we can to take into account everyone’s needs – for example we have successfully integrated members with varying levels of disability into several of our recent shows, both on and back stage.

We believe we are also unique (as an amateur society) in our area in providing a BSL (British Sign Language) interpreted performance of all of our shows and are researching ways to assist members of our audience with other difficulties.

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CODS and Jack Davidson presents
This Year's Cranbrook Family Pantomime
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Join CODS this season for a dazzling retelling of the timeless rags-to-riches tale, packed with laughter, music, and all the classic panto fun.
From glass slippers to glittering gowns, a magical show for the whole family.
27th - 30th December
A Tom Whalley Pantomimes | Script www.tomwhatleypantomimes.com

Become a Member of CODS

Join our vibrant community of theatre lovers and help bring captivating productions to life - on stage and behind the scenes.

If you're interested in joining or learning more about what we do, please contact the CODS Secretary at CODS.secretary@gmail.com
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© 1919 - 2025 CODS. Cranbrook Operatic and Dramatic Society is affiliated to the National Operatic and Dramatic Association and the Kent Drama Association.
Registered Charity No: 1105153
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© 1919 - 2025 CODS. Cranbrook Operatic and Dramatic Society is affiliated to the National Operatic and Dramatic Association and the Kent Drama Association.
Registered Charity No: 1105153
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