PALGRAVE PLAYERS CAST ANNOUNCEMENT – Made in Dagenham the Musical!
PALGRAVE PLAYERS CAST ANNOUNCEMENT – Made in Dagenham the Musical!
We are excited to announce the cast for our upcoming production of Made in Dagenham!
Inspired by the true story of the 1968 Ford sewing machinists’ strike, this powerful and heartwarming musical celebrates courage, equality, and standing up for what’s right. Supported by joyful and heart tugging songs performed by our talented cast, this will be a musical production to book your tickets for early.
Our leading lady for this production has previously directed a number of Palgrave Players’ shows, including the award winning “Once”. We are delighted that Nicola Diggins has taken to the stage to bring Rita’s character to life with her fantastic voice, Essex heritage and real life experience as a Busy Woman.
Nicola has handed over the Director’s reigns to Cathal Prendergast who has appeared in and produced a number of Palgrave Players’ shows. He is supported by Hannah Wells as Assistant Director, Vicky Tofte as Producer and Michael Benyon as Musical Director.
There are also a number of new members who will be supporting the production and we are loving the energy they bring. We would like to give a very warm welcome to Scarlett, Thomas, Jessica, Matilda, Alice, Fred, Steve, Keith, Dawn, Ruth, Jackie, Tim, Ramphi, Michael, Hannah and Tony….. And the list is growing!
We still have a few more small male roles that need to be filled and helping hands for sound, lighting and backstage support. Come and join us. Email: ppsecretaries@gmail.com
CAST
Rita O’Grady – Nicola Diggins
Eddie O’Grady – Matthew Corry
Sharon O'Grady - Scarlet Carter
Graham O'Grady - Thomas Hutson
Connie Riley – Karen Stephenson
Sandra Beaumont – Holly Brice
Clare – Suzanne Stevens
Cass – Jessica Baldwin
Beryl – Emma Gunter
Harold Wilson – Douglas Porter
Barbara Castle – Vicky Tofte
Mr. Tooley – Will Charsley
Monty – Dave Griffiths
Barry / Stan - George Harrison
Bill - Steve Whitaker
Sid - Keith Tatum
Hopkins – Seb St John Clarke
Lisa Hopkins – Lisa Solden
Gregory Hubble – Gary Stodel
Ron Macer - Steve Whitaker
Cortina Man - George Harrison
Cortinette - Alice Rickatson
Cortinette - Matilda St John Clarke
Prime Minister's Aide – Christine Hamilton
Prime Minister's Aide – Paula Hughs
Mr Buckton - Steve Whitaker
Chubby Chuff - Will Charsley
Ensemble:
The Ford Women Factory Workers: Doreen Davey, Dawn Fulcher, Rachel Frost, Isobel Dermangeat, Kathy Mills, Lindsey Philpot, Monica Barrell, Celia Baker, Christina Odams, Ruth Manly, Paris Maben Humes, Jackie McDonald, Rosetta West
Congratulations to everyone who auditioned – the energy and talent and you brought was inspirational and so much fun.
We’d also like to thank our amazing Production Team who are bringing the magic to Made in Dagenham with wonderful costume, set, music and props, sound, lighting, publicity and front of house. You are amazing.
📅 Performances: 23rd to the 25th of October 2025
📍 Venue: Garboldisham Village Hall, Church Rd, Garboldisham, Nr Diss IP22 2SE
🎟️ Tickets on sale Palgrave Players event tickets from TicketSource.
Please be aware this show contains occasional strong language
