THE Green Room Theatre is hosting a programme of magic and mirth to celebrate their centenary.

The milestone season at the Wilmslow venue opens with the play Present Laughter by Noel Coward.

This farce satirising fame, love and showbusiness and runs from Monday, October 14 to Saturday, October 19.

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The Green Room opened its doors on October 30, 1924, the same year Coward achieved his first great commercial success with The Vortex.

Present Laughter, is considered one of Coward's finest works.

A sparkling comedy, it offers the audience a glimpse into the life of Garry Essendine, a successful and self-absorbed actor who is grappling with the highs and lows of his personal and professional life.

With its witty dialogue, complex characters, and sharp insights into the world of theatre, the play continues to captivate audiences almost 85 years after its debut.

Director Matthew Smith said: “The play is a testament to Noël Coward's brilliance as a playwright and a great choice to kick off our 100-year celebrations as it’s so evocative of the era in which we started.

“Coward was best known for his highly polished comedies of manners, sharp wit, and memorable characters, and the enduring appeal of this play make it a must-see for theatre lovers of all ages.

“Whether you're a fan of classic comedy or simply looking for an evening of sophisticated entertainment, Present Laughter is sure to leave you smiling long after the final curtain falls.”

Each performance starts at 7.45pm.

There is an afternoon matinee on Saturday, October 19 at 2.30pm.

Tickets cost £10 for members, £12 full price.

To book visit greenroomwilmslow.org.uk/about-the-green-room-theatre-wilmslow/wilmslow-green-room-ticket-bookings/

The Saturday morning box office will be open for personal callers from 11am to 12 noon or call the box office ticketline on 01625 540933.

Postal bookings can be requested from The Green Room, 85 Chapel Lane, Wilmslow SK9 5JH with an SAE if you need tickets to be posted. Make cheques payable to ‘Wilmslow Green Room Society’.

The centenary celebrations include a gala performance before an invited audience of Present Laughter, a centenary dinner dance at The Alderley Edge Hotel, and a season of productions that offers something for everyone to enjoy.

The Green Room 2024/25 centenary season includes:

Present Laughter by Noël Coward October 14-19

The Messiah by Patrick Barlow, December 2-7

Bombshells by Joanna Murray-Smith, January 20-25

The Murder Room by Jack Sharkey March 17-22

The Titfield Thunderbolt by Philip Goulding, May 12-17

Ensemble production to be announced June/July 2025