BATS to stage Calendar Girls at The Haymarket in Basingstoke

Basingstoke Amateur Theatrical Society (BATS) will perform Calendar Girls at The Haymarket from November 17 to 21.

The production tells the true story of a Yorkshire Women’s Institute group who created a nude calendar to raise money for a hospital family room following the death of a member’s husband from cancer.

BATS will perform Calendar Girls at The Haymarket. (Image: BATS)

A spokesman for BATS said: "Calendar Girls tells the inspiring true story of a group of women, members of a women’s institute (WI) in Yorkshire, who came together following the death of one of their beloved friend John and husband to one of its members.

"Even though it is linked to a terrible moment for this community, it is a truly inspiring and uplifting show."

Originally aiming to raise £3,000, the women’s story captured national attention and raised millions for blood cancer research.

BATS is welcoming guests from eight cancer charities and support groups to a special performance night.

The spokesperson said: "This is an opportunity to celebrate, remember and support people who have been impacted by cancer, whether they have lost someone, are battling cancer or have beaten cancer."