Cheltenham Operatic and Dramatic Society
Your Stage Awaits
We've been performing musical theatre productions and plays, at both the Everyman and Playhouse theatres in Cheltenham since 1890.
Upcoming Shows
Discover more shows5-11 July 2026
Parabola Arts Centre
Newsies Jr
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25 September - 3 October 2026
Cheltenham Playhouse
Dear Evan Hansen
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Over 130 Years of Stage Magic
CODS is the oldest amateur dramatic society in Gloucestershire, and one of oldest in the country. We've been performing musical theatre productions and plays, at both the Everyman and Playhouse theatres in Cheltenham since 1890.
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A Stage For Everyone
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Join CODS
If you’re a budding actor, actress, singer or dancer we’d love to meet you. As well as looking for members to perform on stage, CODS is always looking for help backstage and front of house.
Meeting Weekly
Choir
We have many regular members who enjoy meeting weekly to sing a wide range of material, accompanied by a rehearsal pianist and conducted by our wonderful choir master, Beverley.
Young Performers
Youth Theatre
Youth Theatre is dedicated to producing quality youth productions. Young people from Gloucestershire will get to put on a fantastic production at the Cheltenham Playhouse.