LOCAL drama enthusiasts have reached an historic milestone.

Award winning Alderley and Wilmslow Musical Theatre Company celebrates their diamond anniversary this year.

To mark the momentous occasion, they are presenting a show spanning eight decades of music from theatre and film.

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AWMTC was founded in 1948 as Alderley and Wilmslow Amateur Operatic Society and has produced more than 140 shows, in numerous venues around Alderley Edge and Wilmslow.

The society is staging a revue featuring 24 shows from 1948 to 2023.

Knutsford Guardian: South Pacific performed in 1960South Pacific performed in 1960 (Image: Alderley and Wilmslow Musical Theatre Company)

This included South Pacific, Guys and Dolls, Half a Sixpence, Mary Poppins, Dear Evan Hanson, Matilda West, Mrs Doubtfire and many more.

Knutsford Guardian: Guys and Dolls was performed in 1988Guys and Dolls was performed in 1988 (Image: Alderley and Wilmslow Musical Theatre Company)

The show runs from May 18 to May 20, with a family matinee at 2.30pm on Saturday, May 20.

Knutsford Guardian: Thoroughly Modern Millie took to the stage in 2006Thoroughly Modern Millie took to the stage in 2006 (Image: Alderley and Wilmslow Musical Theatre Company)

For the first time ever, AWMTC will be performing at The Daneside Theatre in Congleton.

Knutsford Guardian: Christmas Carol was staged in 1949Christmas Carol was staged in 1949 (Image: Alderley and Wilmslow Musical Theatre Company)

Due to the lack of suitable venues, and rising costs in the area of Alderley Edge and Wilmslow, the society has had to move to further afield.

Knutsford Guardian: The Quaker Girl was performed in 1950The Quaker Girl was performed in 1950 (Image: Alderley and Wilmslow Musical Theatre Company)

They're disappointed not to be able to put on 75th show in their usual venues but hope that their loyal audience will support them.

Knutsford Guardian: Puss in Boots was performed in 1959Puss in Boots was performed in 1959 (Image: Alderley and Wilmslow Musical Theatre Company)

The matinee is designed for families and those that need a more relaxed theatre experience.

Knutsford Guardian: Rio Rita was on stage in 1951Rio Rita was on stage in 1951 (Image: Alderley and Wilmslow Musical Theatre Company)

The auditorium lights will be dimmed and the sound will be lower. The cast and crew expect more interaction from the audience and welcome those with additional needs.

To book visit awmtc.org