Over 1000 photographs in our online archive bring to life the work of the Society since 1965. Some of the photographs are of limited quality but do show the variety of productions and will bring back memories for the many people who have been involved with CODS over the years.

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Crediton Operatic Society began life in 1964. The 'Dramatic' bit was added in 1972.The first musical production 'HMS Pinafore' was staged in 1965. The first play was 'The Chalk Garden' and was performed in 1972.

There is no theatre in Crediton so each CODS production is staged in one of two halls at the local Community College. Everything has to be transported and constructed at either of these halls, and of course, cleared away afterwards! The transformation of the location and the quality of the productions in them, successfully transport our audiences out of the 'school hall' environment to the appropriate location of the action taking place. Over the years, a hallmark of the society has been the hard work of the people who enable the productions to be staged.