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THE KING AND I at New Victoria Theatre Woking

Reviewed by: Elaine Chapman @ElaineC_reviews

Review date: 27th Sep 2023

The King and I touring musical production is set in the 1860’s telling the story of a widow Anna Leonowens (Annalene Beechey) travelling to Bangkok with her son to become the teacher for the King of Siam’s many children.

Brian Rivera casts a dominant regal presence throughout the performance in the role of King of Siam. Commanding respect and finding himself angered by Anna’s challenging questions. Used to women doing as “they are told” and he struggles many times to accept that she will stand up for herself. The promises he made to her in the beginning need to be upheld or she will leave!

Beechey and Rivera end up respecting each other despite their differences. Although neither fully understands each other’s culture. Her Englishness allows him to mellow slightly without losing his power. Although his title outside the kingdom of being a “barbarian” troubles him he needs Anna to help show his kinder side to other foreign dignitaries.

Catherine Zuber has created a fantastic array of costumes. From the bold designed regal outfits worn by the King, full underskirt dresses worn by Anna, which look difficult to manoeuvre at times to the beautiful oriental costumes worn in the Theatre production performed for the English dignitaries.

I found the relationship formed between Tuptim (Marienella Phillips) and Lun Tha ( Dean John-Wilson) extremely sad. The young lady Tuptim is gifted to the King and falls in love with the handsome young man. Sadly their plans to escape are discovered and they fail to be together. Their onstage relationship appears genuine and they look suitably perfect together.

Rodgers and Hammerstein’s musical is still as popular over 75 years since it premiered in 1951 and tonight saw an almost sold-out house for the press night performance.

Director Bartlett Shea’s touring production is a well-crafted successful cast. The ensemble routines didn’t put a step wrong throughout a wonderful credit to choreographer Christopher Gattelli.

For more information on The King and I touring musical and future productions at New Victoria Theatre, Woking please check out the links below.

The King and I runs until Saturday 30th September at New Victoria Theatre, Woking.

Four Stars.

www.atgtickets.com/shows/the-king-and-i

www.atgtickets.com/venues/new-victoria-theatre

See the full review here theatreandartreviews.wordpress.com/

Posted on 28/09/2023

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Centre Stage London

www.centrestage.london

UK
LOndon

Join a 2024 Production Team

Ever wanted to be part of a production team?....

A number of roles are available for both our 2024 summer and winter shows: The Wedding Singer and Bare.

The Wedding Singer
Welcoming applications for Director, Producer, Musical Director, Choreographer, Costume Designer or other roles.
Deadline: 15th October midnight
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Bare
Currently seeking to fill Musical Director and Costume roles.
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Posted 28/09/2023

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Icklesham Panto and Drama Society (I.P.A.D.S.)

www.ickleshampads.org.uk

Memorial Hall, Workhouse Lane, Icklesham, East Sussex

Our aim at Icklesham Panto and Drama Society (I.P.A.D.S.) is not only to bring great entertainment to our local community but to create a space for you to explore the beautiful craft of acting & backstage creativity, whilst ultimately have fun doing it!.
You don’t have to be able to act or have any experience at all, just bring your enthusiasm!

Contact: ickleshamdrama@gmail.com or via our website or social media

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NETheatre YORK

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Author: Charles Dickens

Yorkshire

Venue: THE JOSEPH ROWNTREE THEATRE, HAXBY ROAD, YORK YO31 8TA

Box Office: www.josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk
Price: £16.00 - £18.00

Tue 28 Nov - Sat 2 Dec Various Times
Time: Various Times

Alan Menkin is famous for writing the music to Disney‘s The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast and Newsies. Now, he brings his fantastic score to this amazing Christmas tale, brought to stage from the company that produced the Award-winning OLIVER! The Musical in November 2022 and the smash hit Grease The Musical.
Ebenezer Scrooge has a deep dislike of mankind, but one Christmas Eve, he is visited by three ghosts who warn him of the consequences of the suffering that he has caused. Will he join them, or will he mend his ways? This hilarious and heart warming story will definitely start off your Christmas with cheer.

Posted 27/09/2023

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Clacton Musical Theatre Society - CMTS Youth

Location

LES MISERABLES SCHOOL EDITION

Pre auditions dates are: 17th and 24th November 2023 @ 6:30pm until 9pm.
Audition Date: 26th November 2023 @ 10am until 4pm.
Pre audition and audition location: CMTS HQ, 14 Brunel Road, Clacton On Sea, CO15 4QW
Show Dates: 5th and 6th April 2024

Are you 7 to 18 and want to get a taste of performing? Are you a huge fan of Les Miserables and want to have a chance performing it? Or maybe you want to start doing musical theatre? Well this is for you!
After performing ’High School Musical’ and ‘100 Years Of Disney’ The Award Winning Clacton Musical Theatre Society Youth Performers next production will be Les Miserables School Edition, performed entirely by students!
We hope to see some of you there!!
For any questions or to register interest, please contact cmtsyouthperformers@gmail.com
O AUDITION YOU MUST BE EIGHTEEN OR UNDER ON THE SHOW DAY
DUE TO INSURANCE THE YOUNGEST YOU CAN BE TO AUDITION IS 7

Posted 26/09/2023

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Dukeries Theatre Group

www.dukeriestheatregroup.org.uk

UK
The Shireoaks Inn, Worksop

DTG SOCIAL EVENT

Monday 9th October 7:00pm

We we be holding a social evening for ALL members past and present or any new members interested in joining us and partners on Monday 9th October at The Shireoaks Inn, Worksop starting at 7pm.
There will be a buffet so we will be asking for £12.95 per person. There will also be a quiz and a chance to find out what's coming up as well as catch up with each other.
Please let me know if you can attend ASAP as we need a minimum number.
Jeanette dtgworksopinfo@gmail.com

Posted 240/9/2023

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Woodford Players

www.woodfordplayers.co.uk

UK
Cheshire / Manchester

For Sale

Replica Dandy Bike

We constructed this bike specially for our production of Around The World in 80 Days. It is an accurate reproduction of a Victorian "Dandy Horse" a precursor of the modern bicycle and it was modelled on this picture
It looked great on stage and it's very easy to ride and control.

Please contact admin@woodfordplayers.co.uk if you are interested.

Posted 21/09/2023

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Helen Jane Lewis is Looking for a short one act comedy murder mystery script, with audience element allowing them to guess whodunnit.

Any suggestions?

Thank you

Please message www.facebook.com/helen.j.lewis.7

Posted on 18/09/2023

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White Cat Theatre

www.whitecattheatre.cymru

UK
Wales

For Hire

Panto Horse

We needed a horse but couldn't afford the one off hire fee...so we purchased a second hand one instead! We're now looking to hire out to community/amateur groups at an affordable price.

If you're interested drop us an email at hello@whitecattheatre.cymru or call 07703056088.

Whilst we're South Wales based, we regularly travel to North Wales and West of England to save paid delivery.

Posted 01/09/2023

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Queensland, Australia

PLAY SCRIPTS FOR THE MODERN ERA

Hi all.
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If you have any queries, our live chat feature is only a click away from connecting you to a real live person - who can help. If you just need "pointing in the right direction" and you can tell me what you are looking for - I am only too happy to recommend a small selection of plays for you to appraise. After all. I have edited each and every one of them :)
We are a one-stop shop! From browsing our plays, sampling a play, choosing a play, purchasing a play, licencing a play, right through to our after-sales service. It's all at your fingertips.
All our plays come with standard performance packages. These packages provide the minimum materials you will require to perform your play in public. We can also offer any optional extras that are available for your chosen play! If there is something in the standard package you do not require - I am happy to remove it from the package AND the pricing for you. Every play has free sample scripts and musicals also have free sample songs. You can also purchase just the script - all our scripts are between $20 - $40.
We would love to show you our new space. So please, head on over and take a look.
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Contact: admin@stage-write.com.au (Donna Houghton - Principal)

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Scripts by Peter Travell

Actor, Director, Producer involved in amateur theatre for 40 years.

Peter has also published several childrens' books on Amazon

Contact details:

www.travellfamily.co.uk

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www.twitter.com/PeterTravell
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peter.travell@btopenworld.com

THE OWL AND THE PUSSYCAT

Set roughly in the Victorian age.
Dame Hilda Owl has two sons Terry and Freddie. Terry is a schoolteacher and is engaged to Tabitha (Tabby) Kat. Freddie is a bad lot who ran away to escape gaol.
A Mr Fowl is the new Squire. It is none other than Freddie Owl who is now rich. He means to evict his mother from her cottage and marry Tabitha.
Terry and Tabby elope to Bong Island to get married where they meet the Pigg sisters. They discover that Periwinkle was recently married to Freddie Owl who stole her money and ran away. They confront Freddie, who is then arrested by the local village Constable. The Constable then asks Dame Hilda Owl to marry him. Cue celebration.
M/F 7, F 3, M 3, Chorus 6

Published by Upstage Publications https://upstagepublications.co.uk

LITTLE MISS MUFFET & THE BLACK WIDOW

Set roughly in the Victorian age.
Marmaduke Muffet, a rich man and the owner of a pickle factory, has a daughter, Molly who is in love with Peter Piper (Chief Pickle Blender). Widow Black and her son Jethro Black arrive in the village. The widow has a magical pendant necklace, which makes old men fall in love with her. She sets her sights on Marmaduke.
Darren and Davey Rotter are two market traders who fall in with Jet who cons them into getting Peter sacked. Dazzer and Davey discover Widow Black’s secret. With the help of Peter, Polly, Molly and Willy they expose her evil plan.
Peter and Molly marry. Marmaduke retires. Peter takes over as MD of the Pickle Factory. Widow Black is made to be the Cleaner and Tea Lady while Jethro becomes the Odd Job Man.
M/F 2, F 3, M 5 Chorus 4

Published by Upstage Publications https://upstagepublications.co.uk

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Rutland Open Air Theatre

UK
Tolethorpe Hall, Little Casterton, Stamford, Lincolnshire PE9 4BH

Available

Contact: 01780 754381

Excellent venue with a very professional feel

Posted 15/02/2023

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Witham Amateur Operatic Society - WAOS

UK/Witham/Essex

WOULD YOU LIKE TO PROVIDE MUSICAL DIRECTION FOR CRAZY FOR YOU?

We commence rehearsals for our October show, Crazy For You, in May. We are looking for a Musical Director to work with us. We are based in Witham, Essex. We are a multi award winning society, having recently celebrated our centennial, having performed in the impressive Witham Public Hall for 100 years. We pride ourselves on being a welcoming society, with fun being as important as producing a quality show.

If you are at all interested in providing MD services for Crazy For You, or any of our future productions, let's have a chat.

Contact: Email: trevordrury@waos.org
Mobile: 07974000011

Posted 05/02/2023

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Bristol One Act Drama Festival
www.bristoloneactfestival.co.uk

Bristol

The Bristol One Act Drama Festival is a preliminary round of the All England
Theatre Festival showcasing some of the finest amateur performances in and around the Bristol area.

Contact: via our website

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Recent Post from one of our readers - 18/11/2021
Name: Sheila Spatcher

Message:

From spatchersheila@gmail.com

I am looking for.my cousin Janice Parfitt. I know she used to be a member of a amateur group and she was a lead in quite a few productions.
If anyone knows her please could you ask her to contact me. I would appreciate it.

Peter's response:

Hi Sheila,

I'm afraid I don't have any knowledge of your cousin.

I will post your query in the #Advice section of www.dramagroups.com asking anyone who is able to help to contact you directly via your email address.

I wish you luck in your search and would be interested to hear if you are successful in tracking your relative down.

Best Wishes,

Peter

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Eileen Norton

UK

Available

I have a number of copies of well known plays, (in good condition) looking for a home. These include Noel Coward, ‘ Private Lives’ and Chekhov ‘ The Cherry Orchard’ and various others.

Do you know of any group that would like them? If so, please get in touch, my email is: elnorton49@gmail.com

Posted 03/05/2021

Recently Posted Theatrical Makeup

Make-Up Artist Work Experience Required

Hi.

I’m Amanda. I’m currently doing make up artistry at West College Scotland. I am in my first year level 6.

I am looking for any work experience I could do. Anything at all would be great. Any local groups who need makeup artists for their productions do please get in touch.

Thank you

Amanda
amandalindsay@live.co.uk

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