Terry Pratchett's
Wyrd Sisters
Adapted by Stephen Briggs
December 2009

The Show

Terry Pratchett's celebrated coven of witches get meddling in royal politics in a plot not unlike Macbeth (but not exactly like it either) … with maybe a bit of Hamlet thrown in , jumped on, squished and turned upsidedown. Granny Weatherwax, Nanny Ogg and Magrat Garlick attempt to usurp the wicked Duke and Duchess from the throne of Lancre and reinstate a rightful (well, almost rightful) heir and save a Kingdom in peril. Also starring the ghost of the murdered king, a band of strolling players, a Fool, a demon, lots of soldiers and many other wonderful Pratchett cameos!

The Cast

Magrat Garlick ... Bethan Clement
Granny Weatherwax ... Joanna Handley
Nanny Ogg ... Mary Ann Wall
Soldier ... Timmy Oliver
Bowman ... Megan Withers
Soldier ... Bethanie Evans
Duke Felmet ... Alex Cofield
Lady Felmet ... Alys Wood
Chamberlain ... Hazel Cornwall
Sergeant ... Matt Oliver
Actor ... Sophie Trigg
Vitoller ... Kirstin James
Mrs Vitoller ... Victoria Stack
The Fool ... Liam Stobart
Demon ... Rupert Adcock
The Late King Verence .. Josh Herriott
Peasants ... Megan Withers, Matt Oliver & Victoria Stack
First lot of Guards ... Hazel Cornwall & Bethanie Evans
Second lot of Guards ... Timmy Oliver & Sophie Trigg
Tomjon ... Kris Newby
Hwel ... Bethanie Evans
Robbers ... Matt Oliver, Rupert Adcock & Victoria Stack
Players ... Hazel Cornwall & Timmy Oliver
Player Witches ... Victoria Stack, Megan Withers & Sophie Trigg
Wimsloe (Player Death) ... Timmy Oliver
More Guards ... Rupert Adcock & Matt Oliver
Bedlin (Player Duke) ... Kirstin James
Gumridge (Player Duchess) ... Hazel Cornwall

Directed & Designed by Barbara Hockley

The Crew & Credits

Stage Manager/s ... Barbara Hockley & Libby Vale
Lighting ... Boz Farey, Lawrence Hall & Andrew Thomas
Sound ... Greg Swinford & Boz Farey
Recorded Theatrical Voice/s ... Boz Farey (who else..)
SFX ... Jim Rolt
Set construction ... Trevor Smith & David Hugman
Stocks created by ... Richard Orgee
Costumes ... Alison Stobart, Barbara Hockley, Jenny Shortland, Anne Watson & Liz Burton at the County Drama Store
Make up by the Company & Emma Gibbons
Music composed by Corin Harper
Sound assembled by Greg Swinford
Poster artwork by Martha Cornwall
Photos by Jim Rolt

Thanks to

Our sponsors:
Willowbrook Adjustable Beds
Dean James Range Cooker Specialist
And more thanks to
Ros Cofield
Sally Handley
Everyone who helped out with wyrd props
Front of House

The Reviews

WINNER of NODA'S 'Best Production 2009, Herefordshire' Award

NODA Review January 2010
Bethan Clement, Joanna Handley and Mary Ann Wall were well cast as the Wyrd Sisters. Alex Cofield and Alys Wood as Duke and Lady Felmet, not only acted the part but looked it as well. Barbara Hockley’s interpretation of Terry Pratchet play was an absolute indulgence in fun. The cast obviously enjoyed themselves immensely. The set was superb and the costumes were fabulous. As there was such a large cast it would be unfair to mention all of the outstanding performances but, needless to say, Bromyard is very fortunate to have a strong youth group with very talented members.

Off The Record Review, February 2010
What a splendid pre-Christmas treat we had when we saw the Conquest Youth Theatre’s performance of Terry Pratchett’s ‘Wyrd Sisters’. There was a great atmosphere created by the performers and the enthusiastic audience, and super costumes and scenery – and everyone was in the right sort of mood for a brilliant night out.

I am always impressed by the Conquest Youth Theatre, and this performance was no exception. They are well rehearsed, confident and professional in their approach. In fact, I defy anyone who was there to not have imagined they were watching professional, paid actors. I could hear everything, the timing and delivery of some very funny lines was immaculate and, readers will know this is one of my hobbyhorses; they looked as if they were enjoying the experience too.

It was good to see some regulars from past performances – and a delight to see how much they and their skills have developed over the last few years. Alex Cofield (Duke Felmet), Liam Stobart (the Fool), Joanna Handley (Granny Weatherwax) and Josh Herriott (the late King Verence) – fit into this category and should all be congratulated on an excellent performance and the way they have matured into their roles. Members of the Youth Theatre I haven’t seen before (and I apologise if I’ve missed something vital in the past) – that deserve special mention, as they too were stunning are Bethan Clement (Magrat Garlick), Mary Ann Wall (Nanny Ogg) and Alys Wood (Lady Felmet). In fact – all members of the cast were vital to the success of play and instrumental in making it such a good evening.

It would be impossible to write about the Youth Theatre without congratulating Barbara Hockley and commending her for all her exceptional hard-work and talent in getting these young people to such a high standard. We look forward to more!

Pictures of Wyrd Sisters in rehearsal

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