We are a group of actors, writers and directors, formed in November 2007 with the aim of bringing neglected plays to a wider public. Accordingly we present semi-staged script-in-hand readings in North London.

The plays are rehearsed for four hours only on the afternoon of the preceding Sunday, with a brief 'top up' session before the performance.  Notwithstanding the short rehearsal time, we strive for the highest professional standards in all our work. 

North London Actors focuses primarily on past plays.  However some slots are devoted to new work in development, so that writers may have the opportunity to experience the audience response to their writing.

We welcome legitimate approaches for work opportunities. However anyone advertising for unpaid extras should be advised that they are likely to be reported to Equity.

Circle Reading

Our monthly play reading circle sessions continue at 7.30 on Monday 21st May with Ralph Roister Doister, by Nicholas Udall.  Venue is the Oak and Pastor (details below) and the session will be led by Kenn Michaels.
Read a note from Kenn about the play.

The script of Roister Doister is available here to download and print.  Anyone wanting us to provide a printed copy of the script on the night, it will cost you £3 - please let us know by Sunday night by emailing us at readings.northlondonactors@gmail.com

The idea of circle readings is for people interested in reading a play to get together, without a formally invited audience, sit in a circle and read a play.  No staging, just meet and read through it.  People who just want to observe are welcome as well, but the whole point is that anyone who comes will get to read if they want to.
It's about everyone getting a chance.  Nobody is cast in roles before the event; in fact roles may well be shared depending on how many participants turn up, or re-assigned during the reading to give everyone a decent go.

The charges for these sessions will vary slightly.  There will be a minimal charge for printing of scripts, for anyone who wants to read but does not provide their own script, and there may be a small charge for all participants to cover the hire of the room.  If the play is out of copyright, we'll provide a link here for you to download the script for study and to print off if you like.  If you want us to provide you with a script, you'll have to tell us in time to get the printing done (usually two working days before the event) and agree to pay the printing costs on the night.

For this session, admission is free.  If you have a script or only want to listen, just turn up.  If you want us to provide a printed script, please tell us by Sunday night and bring £3 to cover printing costs.

Members News

• Mike Duran is appearing in the world première of Punchline, a new play by critically acclaimed writer Ross Ericson, until Sunday 3rd June at
  The Vibe Gallery, above The Vibe Bar,
  91-95 Brick Lane, London E1 6QL.      Play website

  Tickets £10.50; previews 8th & 9th May half price.

  Performances 7.30 pm, also 3.00 pm weekends.
  No shows on May 10th, 16th, 24th, 25th & 30th.
  On May 17th the start time is 7.00, as there's a performance of the Platform 33 Arts Cabaret directly after. See both shows for £15.

  Check the online booking site for more details.

Join Us

Whether you are an actor, a writer or a director, or if you simply wish to see neglected plays given a new lease of life, you are welcome to join us.  Annual membership is £5 and gives reduced price entry into our performances:   currently £3 for members and £5 for non-members.  Circle readings are currently free for members and £2 for non-members.

Special Offer - Memberships bought now will last until August 2013!

Past Productions