I saw the show on Saturday and felt compelled to write, to say how much I enjoyed the evening. It was great to see the Blakehay full, which I am sure will help the theatre and assist in the financing of your next production, 42nd Street. The thing that stood out to me the most is how far the society has come, since the Spring concerts in which I took part, only 2 years ago. Taking on two shows each year, I know, is an immense challenge but compliments go to the Committee, for the direction you have taken, and to Bob, Ann and Charlotte, in particular, who have made it work so well. I could almost embark on a critical appraisal of the whole show (maybe I have missed my vocation) but I know that is for those much more qualified than me. Suffice to say, I thought the show was excellent, from start to finish, and at all levels - from minute one, when the audience took their seats, the whole cast performed their hearts out. The technical support and music from the band all came together to provide a really professional backdrop. The principals en masse were outstanding and the chorus supported them brilliantly. I will make particular mention of Mike Hardy's singing performance, which was really something, and Pete's roller-skating robot which was also remarkable but that is to take nothing away from everyone else, because I could mention them all individually. As for Bev, if you had not announced that she was a late replacement, I would never really have known - a great pity not to have seen Alison in action (best wishes to her) but the depth of talent in the society is clearly demonstrated by Bev's performance.
Once again, thanks for a highly entertaining evening and best of luck for the future - who knows, if the dancing ever gets factored out, I may be back................
Regards to all.
Pat
Name: Jane
Date: 26th Apr 2009 14:41:42 GMT
Comment: Congratulations to all in Return to the Forbidden Planet. It was a fantastic show.
Name: Anita
Date: 26th Apr 2009 14:28:54 GMT
Comment: Can I just congratulate all the cast of Return to the Forbidden Planet for an absolutely brilliant show.
Name: Peter (from Brighton)
Date: 18th Nov 2008 21:25:44 GMT
Comment: Thank you for creating productions of such quality that could be performed at any west end theatre.
Name: Lorraine
Date: 16th Nov 2008 12:40:34 GMT
Comment: Congratulation to everyone involved in Me and My Girl. It was brilliant. Everyone played their parts so well.
Name: Weston Wolf
Date: 14th Nov 2008 15:59:14 GMT
Comment: I normally avoid amateur productions by a country mile, but having been persuaded to attend Me and My Girl on the first night I must say that this was a professional performance. The comic timing of Leighton and the talent of Anna in their lead roles was astonishing.
Name: Natalie Crennell
Date: 27th Nov 2007
Comment: Hi, Can I just congratulate you all on your recent performance of Oliver! It was an amazing production and of course very professional. My daughter attends Spectrum, so was in the show. I really feel privileged that she has had the opportunity of being apart of a big stage production, which is completely different than being on stage at the Blakehay. Well done everyone. YOU WERE FAB!!!
Name: Kath
Date: 26th Nov 2007
Comment: Well done to everyone in Oliver. It was a very good show - Fagin was especially good. Everyone seemed to enjoy themselves and the kids were amazing to be able to put all that work in and remember it all, so well done to the kids. I thought the adults did very well to and the costumes were very good for the times. I can't wait till the next show.
Name: Georgia
Date: 26th Nov 2007
Comment: I went to see Oliver! on Thursday night, it was AMAZING =) All great - especially liked Nancy. xXx
Name: Kirsty
Date: 25th Nov 2007
Comment: I just want to say well done to everyone in Oliver! It was really good fun and it was amazing. Thanx to everyone
Name: Amy
Date: 25th Nov 2007
Comment: Hey It's Amy one of the teenagers and goes to Spectrum! Just like to say well done to everyone, Oliver was amazing! and also enjoyed Curtain Up!! Can't wait till the next show. Love Amy xxx
Name: Lloyd
Date: 4th Dec 2006
Comment: Really, really enjoyed The Pajama Game. It was the first show that we had seen from WODS, and it is left us looking forward to your next performance. We thought that Darren Brown (Sid) was excellent (loved your facial expressions, and singing voice). Emma Wright (Babe) made an excellent lead - loved your singing and the way in which you portrayed the feelings of everyone within the factory. Also enjoyed Trish Roberts (Gladys) and Bob Gibbons (Hines) who we thought made a good on-stage couple. Thank-you to everyone else in the show who helped to make it a success - we look forward to seeing you again next year!
Name: Charlie Hockin
Date: 23rd Nov 2006
Comment: Just here to say The Pajama Game was excellent! Really Enjoyed It! Can't wait for the May Show!
Name: Gerry Hunt
Date: 23rd Nov 2006
Comment: Congratulations on your production of THE PYJAMA GAME. I came on the final night and enjoyed it so much. My hobby is going to musicals, mostly non-professional, around the areas of Bristol, Bath, WSM and often beyond. Believe it or not I've been to about 40 this year alone.
I have to say that Ann Bond and Bob Gibbons stood out as far as I was concerned - great double act. Nice to see the 'ballet' which other groups usually don't do and a different slant on the Steam Heat routine which I felt was refreshing.
I have seen numerous shows at the Playhouse and recognised many faces.
Gerry Hunt
Name: Dave Robertson
Date: 6th Dec 2005
Comment: I saw the recent performance of Anything Goes, it was my first taste of musicals and I can honestly say that you guys Rocked!!!
Name: Christine Smith
Date: 24th Mar 2005
Comment: It's great to see that you are obviously still putting on fab shows and having a good time doing it. Would love to come and watch you some time when I'm next down south. Hope you are all well - would be great to hear from any that remember me! Love Chrissie
Name: Doug Tyrrell
Date: 15th Nov 2004
Comment: What a brilliant show My Fair Lady was. Well worth the trip from Plymouth, will certainly be there for the next one. Regards, Pete Tyrrell's brother Doug
