The Beginning
Theatre 282 was formed over 30 years ago out of a Youth Group which met at Blakedown Youth Club. As a number of the members became too old to take part at Youth Festivals, a drama group was formed to accomodate all age groups. Theatre 282 was born!
So why 282 ?
The formation of the group coincided with the introduction of telephone STD codes, and Blakedown was to get the STD code 282. This seemed a perfect
opportunity to name the group. In the event, Blakedown's STD code became just 82 but Theatre 282 had a 'ring' to it (sorry!) so the name stuck.
opportunity to name the group. In the event, Blakedown's STD code became just 82 but Theatre 282 had a 'ring' to it (sorry!) so the name stuck.