FRINGE
FRINGE
The Talisman Fringe performs on the first Thursday of the month at the Holiday Inn, Kenilworth.
The Talisman Fringe performs on the first Thursday of the month at the Holiday Inn, Kenilworth.
Come and join our talented Talisman members and local performers. Enjoy a fusion of light-hearted entertainment from short plays, improv, local bands and singers which always promises an enjoyable evening.
Launched in 2022 these events have proven to be very popular in providing experienced and new directors the opportunity to explore some alternative plays as well as showcasing local emerging talent as well as established performers.
All acts are performed at 7:30pm and then repeated again at 9pm. The 7:30pm performance is always very popular so prior booking is advised for the earlier session to guarantee a seat. You can just walk in and pay on the door, but if we are at capacity for the earlier slot you may need to grab yourself a drink from the bar and join us later at 9pm!
The Talisman Fringe performs every month aside from our winter and summer breaks in January and July.
See below for the latest information and dates so you can come and join in the fun!

Coming up in our December Fringe...
December’s Fringe brings you a….. “Bumper-packed Christmas Fringe Special”
Date: Thursday 7th December
Time: 8pm start (doors open at 7:30pm) - ONLY ONE PERFORMANCE at 8pm
Where: Holiday Inn Kenilworth (Main Kenilworth Suite)
Where: Holiday Inn Kenilworth (Main Kenilworth Suite)
The Talisman Fringe is thrilled to announce a fun-filled and fabulous festive treat for our joyous and uplifting December Fringe. We’re excited to welcome back Pop Voices, who will be spreading good tidings with their enchanting Christmas songs. But that’s not all – they’ll also be your delightful hosts, weaving the festive evening into a seamless tapestry of entertainment by treating us to a song in between each performance as well as introducing each act.
We also welcome back our wonderful Youth Theatre group who will be directing and starring in some of the plays outlined below.
Play: ‘You Must Pay The Rent’ Youth Group, directed by Ellie Markham.
A comical melodrama involving, heroines, villains and of course hero’s. Expect plenty of cheering and booing.
Play: ‘The Invisible Bench’ Youth Group, directed by Ellie Markham
‘It’s all in the title. A group of strangers meet and sit on an Invisible Bench. Simple – or is it?’
Play: ‘Stuff The Turkey’ written by Paul Smith and directed by Steve Smith.
“It’s Christmas Day. Bob is out of action with various broken limbs. Wife Lynne is confined to the kitchen. Will she be able to cope with cooking a Christmas dinner? Gran and Grandad are on their way to join them – will they help or hinder? Will chaos ensue? Will Lynne get the dinner ready on time? Will Julie Andrews lend a hand?”
Play: ‘Regift’ written by Lori Soard, Youth Group, directed by Ellie Markham.
Mary starts a chain reaction in the office when she buys May the ‘perfect’ Christmas present, but where will it end? Will it have a point? Of course it will!
This is set to be a fun-filled festive evening that will get you truly in the Christmas spirit – we can’t wait for you to join us.
Check out our promo video below so you can see how much fun was had by all at previous Fringe evenings.
Make sure you check the details below and get booking now to make sure you don’t miss out!
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The year is 1942. Lord and Lady Heathcote are hosting a variety show at the small theatre on their estate, to boost village moral. Everyone is getting ready for an enjoyable evening, that is, until one member of the party is murdered!
By watching events unfold, examining the evidence and questioning the suspects, can you work out whodunnit?
MURDER IN THE FIELD
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A murder mystery evening!
Step into the glamour of 1940s Philadelphia high society and join us for a charming journey of laughter, secrets, and transformation that unveils the true selves of captivating characters.
by Philip Barry
Director: Graham Buckingham-Underhill