The Mayor of casterbridge 2009:  Mark, as Henchard - after too much furmity!

            Emma as Elizabeth Jane, Henchard's daughter - or was she?

                         Dee as Lucetta in conflict with Henchard

    Dougal as "Scotch man" Donald Farfrae enjoying the company of Lucetta.

'The Thieves Who Couldn't Help Sneezing' is a comedy written by Thomas Hardy - Really! Originally from the 'Father Christmas Album' 1877, the sketch was partnered with another Hardy Short story "The Waiting Supper". Both plays were adapted by Jennifer Bailey.

A typical interval pursuit during a Dorset Voices performance!

Most of the "Players" at Owermoigne Village Hall  photographed after a Dorset Voices performance in September 2008

'Norrie' Woodhall performing Hardy's "Ruined Maid" during a Dorset Voices presentation in Dorchester's lovely Borough Garden's, as part of the Hardy festival, August 2008. 

John and Jenny are two of our musicians. Jenny doubles as prompt and dance mistress. Peter, out of picture, plays guitar.

 A young Thomas Hardy and his Mum

Arringe Juice and Muesli!

Dorset Voices in action

The NHP's Chair (with one good arm!)

Dee, Dave and Hilary singing sweetly.

Peter, John and Jenny the  NHP 'Band' accompanying Dave.

Sue and Brian dancing the cast out from 'The Tranter'