White Christmas (Redditch Operatic Society)
There is something particularly enduring about Irving Berlin's White Christmas that it is difficult to put your finger on, whether it is all that snow, the captivating storyline or just the title track is probably down to the individual but, Redditch Operatic Society deliver a warm and entertaining version of what is very likely the ultimate classic.
Tony Jay's exemplary direction, Paula Lacey's definitive choreography and Joe George's interpretation of Berlin's score, serve to provide something that not only entertains but, also engages the audience in what is a maze of stories that could very easily lead to confusion but, in actual fact leads to empathy with the relationship challenges and miscommunications that many will no doubt have suffered themselves.
Whether it's the velvety tones of Paul Mitchell as Bob Wallace, the multi-talented Ryan Allen-Rose as Phil Davis, the delectable Laura Woodall as Judy Haynes or the enchanting Emma Samson as Betty Haynes this is a perfect combination of talents to lead a substantial cast of local talent.
Ann Mayor is a magnificent Martha Watson, attempting to control the life of ex General Henry Waverly, played with precision by Tim Eagleton whose granddaughter Susan, played at this performance with some style by Kirsty Vale is a budding star in her own right.
Roz Chalk and Kelly Mitchell provide a beautifully giddy partnership as Rita and Rhoda, John Reeves is a forthright Ralph Sheldrake, Samuel Smith executes a lively performance as Mike Nulty and there is some magical characterisation from Matt Bridgwater as the very funny Ezekiel Foster.
It’s not often that Dancers get much of a mention in reviews, unless of course the principal players are by nature dancers but, there is a team of Tappers and Hoofers including Hannah Finch, Sophie Hill, Carole Massey, Deborah Mitchell, Danielle Purkess, Cassie Rivett, Joy Sidaway and Lisa Smith who add that little bit extra to this production.
You only have a couple of performances left to experience that snow, snow, snow, so get some tickets while you still can.
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Tony Jay's exemplary direction, Paula Lacey's definitive choreography and Joe George's interpretation of Berlin's score, serve to provide something that not only entertains but, also engages the audience in what is a maze of stories that could very easily lead to confusion but, in actual fact leads to empathy with the relationship challenges and miscommunications that many will no doubt have suffered themselves.
Whether it's the velvety tones of Paul Mitchell as Bob Wallace, the multi-talented Ryan Allen-Rose as Phil Davis, the delectable Laura Woodall as Judy Haynes or the enchanting Emma Samson as Betty Haynes this is a perfect combination of talents to lead a substantial cast of local talent.
Ann Mayor is a magnificent Martha Watson, attempting to control the life of ex General Henry Waverly, played with precision by Tim Eagleton whose granddaughter Susan, played at this performance with some style by Kirsty Vale is a budding star in her own right.
Roz Chalk and Kelly Mitchell provide a beautifully giddy partnership as Rita and Rhoda, John Reeves is a forthright Ralph Sheldrake, Samuel Smith executes a lively performance as Mike Nulty and there is some magical characterisation from Matt Bridgwater as the very funny Ezekiel Foster.
It’s not often that Dancers get much of a mention in reviews, unless of course the principal players are by nature dancers but, there is a team of Tappers and Hoofers including Hannah Finch, Sophie Hill, Carole Massey, Deborah Mitchell, Danielle Purkess, Cassie Rivett, Joy Sidaway and Lisa Smith who add that little bit extra to this production.
You only have a couple of performances left to experience that snow, snow, snow, so get some tickets while you still can.
Book Here
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