From Fish Fillets to Fascinators, Anything Can Happen at Ladies’ Day!
As the nights draw in, it’s time to say goodbye to our QT summer break and turn our attention to something exciting -our November production!
We’re thrilled to announce that from Tuesday 25th to Friday 28th November 2025, Syston QT Theatre Group will be performing Amanda Whittington’s brilliantly funny comedy ‘Ladies’ Day’ at The Old Chapel in Syston.
If you’ve been following Syston QT, you’ll know we have a soft spot for comedy plays, and ‘Ladies’ Day’ is one of the funniest plays we’ve read in a while. Set in 2005, the play captures a unique moment in British history; the year Royal Ascot temporarily relocated from its traditional Berkshire home to York, marking only the second time in its history the event wasn’t held at Ascot. It was a year of big headlines as well, Queen Elizabeth II was still on the throne, Charles and Camilla had just tied the knot, and singer Tony Christie’s “Is This the Way to Amarillo” was back at the top of the charts (we won’t blame you if the tune’s now stuck in your head!).
‘Ladies’ Day’ follows four friends working in a fish-filleting factory in Hull who seize the opportunity to swap their everyday routines for a glamorous day out at Royal Ascot. With champagne flowing, bets placed, and secrets shared, their adventure unfolds with laughter, heart, and unexpected revelations. Beneath the sparkle lies a touching tale of friendship, dreams, and the truths we only share with those closest to us.
‘Ladies’ Day’ is one of the most performed plays on the amateur theatre circuit, and Syston QT are delighted to be bringing this play to Syston for the very first time. We already know that our audiences old and new will fall in love with Pearl, Jan, Shelley, and Linda just as we have.
Our cast features a fantastic mix of familiar faces and exciting newcomers, and rehearsals are now underway. The rehearsal room is buzzing with new scripts, new energy, old friends, and a shared sense of excitement as we try to figure out how we fit Royal Ascot into the Old Chapel! – don’t worry, no horses or Jockeys will be harmed in the process.
Tickets for ‘Ladies’ Day’ will be on sale very soon, so keep an eye on our social media and website for updates. You’ll also find further details in the next edition of STN. We can’t wait to see you in November for lots of laughs and big hats!
Leigh White – Director