Nomads Ltd is an amateur dramatic society resident at the Kings Theatre in Newmarket.
We are an extremely active society that has a full calendar of shows, performing plays, musicals and a pantomime each year. In addition, our varied schedule is complimented by a number of outside productions.
The society offers various memberships: Nomads (for adults), Young Nomads, Kings Kids, Preview Night Patrons, Permanent Bookers and The 100 Club. See below for details!
We cater for all ages here at Nomads! And it's not all about treading the boards. Wherever your talents lie, you'll receive a warm welcome from the friendly Nomads family.
Nomads is a theatre group for members aged 16 and up. They stage at least 4 shows per year (a pantomime, plays and a musicals), as well as a Christmas concert and other smaller productions. As well as performing, they are extremely active within the wider Nomads family and assist in all aspects of running the theatre, both on and off the stage.
Rehearsals for shows are usually 19:30 to 21:30 - 22:00 and occasionally Sundays 10:00 16:00.
Prospective members need not audition to become a member of Nomads, but are required to pay the membership fee within 30 days of joining the society.
Membership fees are £20 p/a plus a £25 fee per show.
If you are interested in becoming a member or wish to know more, please contact our membership secretary: info@newmarketkingstheatre.com
Young Nomads is the performing youth theatre group of NKT at the Kings Theatre, Newmarket - where young talent shines on a real stage!
Why Choose Young Nomads?
Since the 1980s, NKT has nurtured generations of performers. Our experienced tutors - including industry professionals and qualified educators - create a fun, supportive, and imaginative space where children can grow in confidence and creativity.
What to Expect
~ Weekly rehearsals in singing, dancing, and acting - all taught on stage by professionals.
~ Full-scale productions with costumes, makeup, lighting, and scenery.
~ Performances open to the public, friends, and family.
~ Opportunities to audition for a play, a musical, and our beloved annual pantomime.
Rehearsals
Fridays 6–9pm, with additional Sunday sessions (10am–2pm) closer to showtime.
Cost & Location
~ *£60 per term (includes a complimentary Young Nomads t-shirt)
~ All sessions held at Kings Theatre, Newmarket (free parking available)
How to Join
Email us at info@newmarketkingstheatre.com to receive registration details and audition information.
Kings Kids is designed for children aged 5 to 16, where our performing arts sessions offer a dynamic blend of singing, dancing, and acting - all taught on a real stage by experienced professionals.
Why Choose NKT?
Our highly qualified tutors - including industry professionals and trained educators - create a supportive and imaginative environment where children can thrive.
What to Expect
~ Weekly sessions focus on two out of three disciplines: singing, dancing, and acting.
~ Participants may be invited to audition for Young Nomads, NKT’s youth performance group, which stages two shows annually and can also take part in our beloved annual pantomime (subject to age and content suitability).
Session Times & Cost
Monday (ages 10–16): 4PM – 5PM
Saturday (ages 5–9): 9AM – 10AM
All classes take place on stage at Kings Theatre, Newmarket (which has parking)
*£50 per term (includes a complimentary Kings Kids t-shirt)
How to Join
To register, please email us at
info@newmarketkingstheatre.com
for joining instructions.
Kings Kiddies is a fun group for ages 1 to 3 years and a great way for parents and carers to introduce little ones to the exciting world of musical theatre.
We hope to resume in the autumn, meeting each Tuesday morning from 9.45am - 10.30am at the theatre.
There is no membership for Kings Kiddies, simply a weekly fee of £4 to be paid at the beginning of each class.
Please note that Kings Kiddies does not always run during the school holidays.
If you are interested or wish to know more please contact:
jess@newmarketkingstheatre.com
As a community theatre, Nomads Ltd is pleased to give something back to our valued community. With this in mind, we invite local pensioners to attend our dress rehearsal performances free of charge.
Our only requirement is that they apply for free membership and tell all their friends and relatives about the show!
Preview Night Patrons must be of pension age and, once membership is obtained, it is for life. Membership is for the applicant only and cannot be passed on.
If you are interested or wish to know more, please contact: rowena@newmarketkingstheatre.com
Permanent Booker membership is free and gives members the opportunity for their chosen seats to be held in reserve prior to each major production (Wednesdays to Saturdays only). If chosen seats not taken up by a Permanent Booker, they are released for sale to the public.
This membership can be held for life but is reviewed on an annual basis. Tickets remain the normal price and seats may not be held in reserve for matinees, opening night performances or small shows such as concerts or comedy nights.
If you are interested or wish to know more, please contact:
rowena@newmarketkingstheatre.com
The Nomads 100 Club is a fund-raising lottery that originally began with 100 members. However, the club has grown over the years and now exceeds that number!
Members participate in a monthly draw to win cash prizes whilst funds raised go towards much needed works and equipment for the theatre.
Annual membership costs £12 per number and runs from April 1st to March 31st of the following year.
Monthly prize draws are as follows:
1st Prize £30
2nd Prize £25
3rd Prize £20
If you are interested or wish to know more please contact our 100 Club Secretary: marion@newmarketkingstheatre.com
Our exciting 2020 season has just been announced! This means we have vacancies for directors, stage managers, musical directors and choreographers! We also have a number of voluntary roles available too.
Click Here to see the positions available.
We host many events at the Kings Theatre, but this would not be possible without our amazing army of volunteers. We have several roles within the society that do not necessarily involve performing on the stage. Listed below are all our vacancies, most of which do not need previous experience as full training can be provided. Please note that, for insurance purposes, some positions do require you to be a paid member at £20 p/a. If you are interested in any of the vacancies below, please email info@newmarketkingstheatre.com
Membership Vacancies
Front of House Co-ordinator; Sound Technicians; Lighting Technicians; Stage Crew; Props Manager; Poster/Leaflet Administrator; Marketing Director (Board Director/Trustee position)
Non-Membership Vacancies
Front of House Stewards; Bar Staff; Wardrobe/Costume Helpers; Chaperones
As a member of Nomads, there are many ways to get stuck in! Sewing costumes, painting scenery, making props, operating light and sound systems... and that's just the beginning! Come and discover what it takes to put on a show.