Cats (West Bromwich Operatic Society)
Ferocious feast of feline frolics are the words that come to mind when describing the West Bromwich Operatic Society production of Cats at the Wolverhampton Grand Theatre. Far from simple in any way and not your average piece of musical theatre the real plaudits have to go to Claire Flavell for not only appearing as Bombalurina but, also joint-choreographing what is an extensively dance performance a frankly remarkable feat, her co-choreographer and in the director’s chair (continuing the multi-talented theme) is Ben Cole, with the equally accomplished Adam Joy as Musical Director completing the team.
Costumes and make-up are immaculate, reminiscent of professional versions of this show, one must therefore mention Amy Pearson, Craig Smith and Pat Badger who have transitioned people to cats as if by magic.
On stage there an exceptional line-up of talent, dancing, singing and just stage presence whilst portraying cats, not humans, whether it’s Daniel Summers as an inspirational narrator Munkustrap, Tasheka Coe thoroughly living-up to the iconic role of Grizabella, Dan Smith as a strikingly cool Rum Tum Tugger, Tim Jones as a mightily voiced Old Deuteronomy or Martyn Davies as a phenomenally danced Mr Mistoffelees wherever you look it is impossible not to be impressed.
Supreme voices and cat-like mannerisms from Fiona Winning as Jellylorum (particularly partnering Nick Sullivan in a touching performance as Gus the Theatre Cat), Ellie Quinn as Jemima and Niamh Allen as Demeter leading many of the linking songs.
Thoroughly absorbing double-act from. Matt Evans as Mungojerrie and Beth Logan as Rumpleteaser, some impeccable characterisation and vocals from George Stuart as Skimbleshanks and a totally riveting portrayal of Bustopher Jones by Craig Smith.
Whilst it is almost impossible to point to a specific highlight, I richly enjoyed ‘Growltiger’s Last Stand’ with Elliott Mann as Growltiger and Nicola Howarth as Lady Griddlebone, fair to say that the emotion almost did make me order more beer.
Completing the principal roles are Harry Simkin as the elusive and mysterious Macavity, Jon Bourne as the devilish Great Rumpus Cat and Molly Mann as Victoria the White Cat.
So before Billy, Billy McCaw has to play a final tune on his pastoral flute, I suggest you grab one of the few remaining tickets as the run finishes on Saturday 18th May 2019 and you don’t want to miss this one.
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Costumes and make-up are immaculate, reminiscent of professional versions of this show, one must therefore mention Amy Pearson, Craig Smith and Pat Badger who have transitioned people to cats as if by magic.
On stage there an exceptional line-up of talent, dancing, singing and just stage presence whilst portraying cats, not humans, whether it’s Daniel Summers as an inspirational narrator Munkustrap, Tasheka Coe thoroughly living-up to the iconic role of Grizabella, Dan Smith as a strikingly cool Rum Tum Tugger, Tim Jones as a mightily voiced Old Deuteronomy or Martyn Davies as a phenomenally danced Mr Mistoffelees wherever you look it is impossible not to be impressed.
Supreme voices and cat-like mannerisms from Fiona Winning as Jellylorum (particularly partnering Nick Sullivan in a touching performance as Gus the Theatre Cat), Ellie Quinn as Jemima and Niamh Allen as Demeter leading many of the linking songs.
Thoroughly absorbing double-act from. Matt Evans as Mungojerrie and Beth Logan as Rumpleteaser, some impeccable characterisation and vocals from George Stuart as Skimbleshanks and a totally riveting portrayal of Bustopher Jones by Craig Smith.
Whilst it is almost impossible to point to a specific highlight, I richly enjoyed ‘Growltiger’s Last Stand’ with Elliott Mann as Growltiger and Nicola Howarth as Lady Griddlebone, fair to say that the emotion almost did make me order more beer.
Completing the principal roles are Harry Simkin as the elusive and mysterious Macavity, Jon Bourne as the devilish Great Rumpus Cat and Molly Mann as Victoria the White Cat.
So before Billy, Billy McCaw has to play a final tune on his pastoral flute, I suggest you grab one of the few remaining tickets as the run finishes on Saturday 18th May 2019 and you don’t want to miss this one.
Book Here
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