About the Society
Theatrical Patron: Elaine Paige

The present Lichfield Operatic Society began in 1942, although as long ago as 1896 a Lichfield Amateur Operatic Society, with a very successful record of productions, existed until 1912 when the loss of a suitable venue brought it to an untimely end.

The first production of the present Society was 'Merrie England' in 1943, since when we have performed 98 shows up to December 2003.

On 9th November 1943 the Society joined NODA.

Since 1974 productions have taken place at Lichfield Civic Hall. However this venue closed down in June 2001 for a major reconstruction, soon after we had performed '42nd Street.' and building work started on 21st January 2002.

All productions will now be performed at the LichfieldGarrick, which opened in July 2003 after two years of building work. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to everyone at the Friary School Theatre, Eastern Avenue, Lichfield for looking after us during our stay there. Complete with recently refurbished raked seating, this proved to be an excellent alternative venue.

We welcome new members to either perform on stage (singing, dancing and acting) or help backstage during a production. On Monday evenings we rehearse at The Martin Heath Hall, Christ Church Lane, Lichfield from 7.30pm and principals rehearse also on Thursday evenings at Rocklands School, Wissage Road, Lichfield.

We have acquired a first class reputation over the years for achieving a professional standard.