Millstream Theatre group in Wimborne is in ‘urgent need’ of a corporate sponsor to help fund its regular drama workshops and productions for marginalised adults in the community.

The group has grown popular over the years, drawing members from as far away as Bournemouth, Poole, Purbeck and the New Forest.

And earlier this year they toured their own original cabaret production, In Harmony, to glowing reviews.

“Having never seen Millstream Theatre perform before, I didn’t know quite what to expect,” said Mark Tattersall, director of Dorchester Arts Centre.

“But In Harmony absolutely blew me away…. it was the tremendous humour and sheer joy of the play that made it sparkle!”

Audiences at the Museum of East Dorset (MED) in Wimborne Minster similarly praised the “energy, exuberance, humour and display of everyone’s talents”.

But despite recently starting to collect subscriptions from its members – which itself is difficult since many are not in employment for health reasons – Millstream remains strapped for cash as it looks to bring more performers aboard.

The group’s directors, Tony Horitz and Tam Gilbert, have begun an application to Arts Council England, though it would be a long time before they see any funding.

The duo are therefore hoping to get the Dorset business community involved.

“If any local company would like to sponsor Millstream – enabling us to keep our workshops running and capping costs to those who are struggling financially – we’d love to hear from you,” said Tony.

• Those interested are invited to get in touch with Tony at [email protected] or Tam at [email protected]