| Mrs. Lynne
Caygill – South West Area - Region 4 Representative |
This was a
bright, colourful show. It was very slick, it had pace and plenty of energy. The
costumes and scenery were some of the best I have seen in an amateur pantomime.
The scenery was effective with good perspective and the costumes were
beautifully coordinated and a delight to see. The music was provided by a
five-piece band, with musicians doubling up on instruments in order to give a
varied and interesting orchestration along with appropriate sound effects.
The
cast had considerable enthusiasm, however although all the diction was clear, I
had difficulty hearing the chorus when they were at the back of the stage.
Microphones are often set at the front of the stage and chorus singing can get
lost, it is worth thinking about mikes half way back on stage and setting the
chorus as far forward as possible. The choreography had lots of vigour and
enhanced all the chorus work.
The junior dancers provided the audience with a
delightful rendering of “The Ugly Duckling.” The named cast gave some lovely
performances especially Priscilla the Goose who was gained the sympathy of the
audience from her first entrance and captured and held the attention of the
children. She gave a most animated performance.
All involved deserved the
excellent ovation they received at the end. |
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