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Welcome to The Semi-CircleEnglish Language Theatre Group |
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The Semi-Circle is a non-profit English language theatre group, based in Basel. Founded in 1975, we are all amateurs and we operate entirely with volunteers, staging two productions every year - usually in June and November. It is our aim to bring to life on stage dramatic works in the English language. We also hold some special events for members only, and monthly Play Readings which are open to all. Scroll down for links if you would like to join us and/or support us. |
Our next production: SECRETS - an evening of short plays Theater Arlecchino, Walkeweg 122, 4052 Basel 26, 27, 28 October and 2, 3, 4 November 2017 The Plays: "Waiting" by Lisa Creighton - directed by Peter Hilton "Death Knocks" by Woody Allen - directed by Georgina Rotter "Love Forty" by Chloe Hannah - directed by John Hyland "A Respectable Funeral" by Jimmie Chinn - directed by Diana Zuger |
A fast-moving comedy set in the 1930's, this love-triangle between a husband and his two beautiful wives - one who is alive and one who is very much dead - is a witty and riotous English classic! | Our last production: Blithe Spirit by Noël Coward Theater Rampe, Byfangweg 6, Basel (air-conditioned theatre) 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24 June 2017 Scroll down for on-stage photos ...
"truly a delightful evening" "the play is so well-chosen" "wonderful to see such a classic of the English theatre" Cast in order of appearance: - Edith (a maid) Fiona Müller - Ruth Condomine Cathy Barker
- Charles Condomine David Cox
- Dr Bradman Michael Bray - Mrs Bradman Catherine Matter - Madame Arcati Diana Zuger
- Elvira Melissa Magarici
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 Edith Dinner is served, Ma'am. |
Ruth Condomine
I sincerely hope Madame Arcati will not produce any livestock – we have so very little room in this house. |
Charles Condomine
Try to see my
point, Elvira dear. I have been married to Ruth for five years, and you’ve been dead for seven. |
Dr Bradman
You see? The moment I begin to talk about anything that really interests me, my wife interrupts me. |
Mrs Bradman
It was thrilling, it really was. I felt the table absolutely shaking under my hands. |
Madame Arcati
There are more things in heaven and earth than are dreamt of in your philosophy, Mrs Condomine. |
Elvira Condomine
I may be an
illusion, but I am most definitely here. |
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It is easy to become a member of The Semi-Circle. All ages, genders and nationalities welcome. We ask only for your enthusiasm and a love of theatre. Annual membership fees: Individual: CHF 50 Family: CHF 75 Junior/Student: CHF 20 | We rely almost entirely on membership subscriptions and profits from our productions to cover our costs, so donations are always welcome. Click here for more information.
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