The Wedding Singer (Solihull on Stage)
Based on the 1998 Movie of the same name, The Wedding Singer is a particularly entertaining stage musical not only due to an array of catchy songs but, a storyline that makes the audience feel part of the startling highs and lows of the lead character Robbie Hart, just when you think things can't get any worse for this guy they subtly get better only to come crashing down again in the next scene and it's only when you reach the finale that you can relax as the roller-coaster ride is finally over.
Since much rides on the emotions of Robbie you need a talented actor, singer and preferably musician to play the part and there will not be many who are a better fit than Sam Turner who lives this role completely. Supported by his fellow band members in the wryly titled 'Simply Wed', the loud, brash and slightly annoying (in an entertaining sort of way) Sammy, played with outlandish joy by Keith Parry and the intelligently eloquent, quiche making George, played in a pointedly comic yet charming way by Ricardo Alexander.
Robbie's ultimate love interest is the already attached Julia Sullivan, a reserved yet powerful performance from Charley Branson, not quite certain of any real connection with prospective husband Glen Gulia (played absolutely as required with very little to like about his character by Steve Hayes). Surely Robbie must rescue Julia from the unacceptable fate of being called Julia Gulia for the rest of her life, if nothing else.
Whilst Robbie may get the girl that he really wants by the end of the show, at the beginning of the story he is engaged to groupie Linda (played with all the necessary moves and promiscuity by Sue Lyons) who over the years has grown bored of somebody who has never really made it to 'Rock Star' status.
Holly, friend to Julia and ex girlfriend of Sammy (who she secretly still likes despite his considerable irritating shortcomings) is performed vigorously and with an immensely strong voice by Nicki Willetts and one step away from completely stealing the show is Ruth Bishop as Robbie's Grandma, Rosie with a superb piece of character acting.
If you are looking for song highlights I would particularly steer you towards Robbie lamenting his woes in 'Somebody Kill Me', the strangely appealing 'Come Out of The Dumpster' and the completely unforgettable 'Single' all tunes you will be humming for some considerable time to come.
Dani Branson has done a brilliant job of directing this production with some visually stimulating choreography from Sarah Golby and musical direction from Mel O'Donnell. This is a night of sheer entertainment value that must hit the right spot for pretty much all types of audience.so don't miss being a 'Casualty of Love' by booking a ticket for one of the remaining performances which end on Saturday 4th May 2019.
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Since much rides on the emotions of Robbie you need a talented actor, singer and preferably musician to play the part and there will not be many who are a better fit than Sam Turner who lives this role completely. Supported by his fellow band members in the wryly titled 'Simply Wed', the loud, brash and slightly annoying (in an entertaining sort of way) Sammy, played with outlandish joy by Keith Parry and the intelligently eloquent, quiche making George, played in a pointedly comic yet charming way by Ricardo Alexander.
Robbie's ultimate love interest is the already attached Julia Sullivan, a reserved yet powerful performance from Charley Branson, not quite certain of any real connection with prospective husband Glen Gulia (played absolutely as required with very little to like about his character by Steve Hayes). Surely Robbie must rescue Julia from the unacceptable fate of being called Julia Gulia for the rest of her life, if nothing else.
Whilst Robbie may get the girl that he really wants by the end of the show, at the beginning of the story he is engaged to groupie Linda (played with all the necessary moves and promiscuity by Sue Lyons) who over the years has grown bored of somebody who has never really made it to 'Rock Star' status.
Holly, friend to Julia and ex girlfriend of Sammy (who she secretly still likes despite his considerable irritating shortcomings) is performed vigorously and with an immensely strong voice by Nicki Willetts and one step away from completely stealing the show is Ruth Bishop as Robbie's Grandma, Rosie with a superb piece of character acting.
If you are looking for song highlights I would particularly steer you towards Robbie lamenting his woes in 'Somebody Kill Me', the strangely appealing 'Come Out of The Dumpster' and the completely unforgettable 'Single' all tunes you will be humming for some considerable time to come.
Dani Branson has done a brilliant job of directing this production with some visually stimulating choreography from Sarah Golby and musical direction from Mel O'Donnell. This is a night of sheer entertainment value that must hit the right spot for pretty much all types of audience.so don't miss being a 'Casualty of Love' by booking a ticket for one of the remaining performances which end on Saturday 4th May 2019.
Book Here
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