Ruyton Amateur Theatrical Society

Ruyton Amateur Theatrical Society (RATS) is a drama group which has been performing pantomimes and spring shows for over 40 years in Ruyton-XI-Towns Shropshire

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We're heading over 'there'

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So long, and thanks for all the fish

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Fancy a bit of Bingo? Saturday 18th November, Ruyton XI Towns Village Hall, 7pm!

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It's that time of year again!

Set yourself up for a great Christmas with the Ruyton XI Towns pantomime!

7.30pm 6th-9th December, matinee 2.30 9th December

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🚧 Severn Trent Water will be closing Coton Hill in Shrewsbury from around 7am tomorrow (Tuesday) for emergency works.

⚠️ Following last weekend’s storms it's is believed that a sewer has collapsed, causing damage to the road and footpath.

See https://t.co/dayEkUSs2l

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Well RATS hope you had a fabulous day, and that you all have a happy and healthy New Year!

As a Christmas day present to you all, here is a fun scene from Jack and the Beanstalk in 2019!

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Merry Christmas!

As we can't entertain you in person this year here is the first of our Panto Advent gifts to you.

Check back daily for a glimpse back to pantos past. From Jack and the Beanstalk in 2019, Jack's mum Dame Trott explains where the bags need to be delivered

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Well Christmas is nearly here and we wanted to share one of our favourite past sketches with you. 10 years ago from the biggest little stage in Shropshire. Merry Christmas from RATS!

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Here it is, RATS Final Advent day 24, and it's a corker!

From 2012's The 3 Little Pigs, this is a lesson about odd gifts and high caffeine intake. If you must give roses, make them red!!

Good health and best wishes to your family, love The RATS.

See you for panto next year!!

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A message from RATS

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A fantastic night for show 3 of Goldilocks!

Another full house, with beavers, cubs and scouts from Monkmoor and Bomere. A great atmosphere and a great audience. Thank you!

One more day. Two more shows. Another 250 (!!!) people through the door...

Once more, from the top...

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Our fabulous friends Rustic Bloom are back at Cafe Eleven in Ruyton with their Christmas stall!

Pop in and check them out!

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Oh what a night!

Thursday audience you knocked it out of the park! Without a doubt the biggest, and best, Thursday night audience. Ever!

Only 3 shows to go! We're having a blast!

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Incidentally, cast member Owen Thomas is a huge fan of Pentons trucks! They're his number 1 truck to spot when out on the roads!

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We've sold a truckload more tickets than we expected to!

Speaking of trucks, we're delighted to have received sponsorship this year from Pentons Haulage & Cold Storage!

Yet more fantastic local support - Thank you Stephen Penton!

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Coming to the Panto?... Don't forget to bring cash for our Charity Raffle! This year we are supporting @LingenDavies Cancer Fund and have lots of great prizes from our kind supporters..
@AF_Blakemore Ltd
Pizza Box
Rustic Bloom
Cafe eleven
The Gregorys
Leaman Garage

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Well, this is a new thing!!!

We're speechless, and humbled. Thanks SO much for your fabulous support.

1 show down, 4 to go, and all SOLD OUT!

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Joining us for panto over the coming nights? Some parking advice!

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Opening night tonight!

Shout out today to our great supporters and sponsors at @packwoodhaugh!

It wouldn't be opening night without you guys! Hope you enjoy the show!

Don't forget to boo and cheer as loud as you can!! https://t.co/WIu0VXCQis

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Just one more sleep before the show opens! About time we said a huge THANK YOU! to our sponsors!

First, fabulous Dairi-pak! Sponsors, and providers of cardboard for props.

Indeed it is a "box office" hit - With record ticket sales this year!

Thanks @Dairi_Pak!

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It's Bear-ly Bee-lievable!

We've sold over 500 tickets for our little village panto!

Less than a week to go! Costumes are being fettled, makeup being slapped, lines are being changed to avoid words we can't say, it's all go!

Some tickets still available, call our box office!

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WOW......487 tickets sold!

Friday and Saturday matinee completely sold out!

7 tickets left for the Saturday evening final show. Some availability for Wednesday and Thursday. Don't miss out!

Call or text 07852 808069

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Full House for RATS Bingo tonight in Ruyton-XI-Towns!