348 TRINITY THEATRE NEWSLETTER January 2016 1
Happy new year everyone, President s Notes I hope as you read this you will all have had your fill of mince pies, and cheesy footballs (just because they're my favourite Christmas nibble.) Wow what a December, and what a Pantomime, it had everything a panto should have... wet paint on some of the scenery a few hours before it opened, teething troubles that resulted in it going on without a complete runthrough,and a first night where the custard pie mix wasn't ready in time,(what superb ad-libbing by Kevin and Janet,, well done), but,that aside I can honestly say the cast were so lovely to work with it made stage managing so much easier. So thank you every single one of you, and as stage manager, apologies to those who suffered on the final performance, but believe me I let you off lightly this year :-) Sadly the only casualty in the panto was the backcloth depicting new York (weren't the backcloths and costumes brilliant this year) which has given way to old age and developed a tear, after being rolled and unrolled for at least 40-50 years, so we will be buying a new one. No Panto can go by without the thanks not only to the cast, but the rest of the members who all helped put on a show that was enjoyed by so many. The crowning moment for me was when a cast member said it felt like being in one big family, now that is inspiring, and for me means we're putting the spirit back into the society. Then this week in committee, when social events were discussed it was so lovely to hear that we've got an event for each month from February through to May, WOW!, so please keep an eye on the calendar and join us when ever you can. 2
We now have volunteers so are looking to start a regular youth section again, so please if you know youngsters who may be interested keep an eye on Stage Whisper. As I write this, I am also aware that there are numerous conversations with possible directors for plays, so all in all we start the year with a positive feeling. The new carpet was laid in time for the show and didn't the foyer look brighter. (Generously paid for by a legacy left to us by Rosie Collard) Thank you all for everything you did last year, and just leaves me to wish you all a happy new year. mike mikey196218@aol.com Quiz Night Saturday 13th February 7:30pm in the clubroom Come and test your grey matter 3
Julia, Joan, Sue and Bridget would like to thank everyone who contributed, manned stalls and supported us on such a stormy day. There was a lovely atmosphere and special thanks to John and his team who helped by doing the heavy work for us. We raised 827.50 So well done everyone. See you at the Spring Fayre(date to be arranged). Many thanks Julia 4
Dates for your diary Date January 28, 29, 30 February 4, 5, 6 Saturday 13th February at 7:30pm Saturday19th March Saturday19th March 17,18,19,24,25,26 June Event Di & Viv & Rose Quiz St. Patrick s Ceilidh Community Quiz Annie Sewing Bee If you are interested in improving your dressmaking (costume making) skills we are planning to hold some gettogethers in the New Year. They will be on a Wednesday afternoon from about 2.30/3ish for a couple of hours. You will need to bring along your own sewing machine, you know, the one that has sat in the cupboard unused for some time now. If you ar interested please contact Liz on 614963 or 07514414814 for more details. 5
AUDITION NOTICE FOR ANNIE THE MUSICAL Cowes Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society are please to announce auditions for the ever-popular musical, ANNIE. DATES: Readthrough: Auditions: CHILDREN FRIDAY 15 th JANUARY, 2016-7:30pm FRIDAY 22 nd JANUARY, 2016-7:30pm ADULTS SATURDAY 23 rd JANUARY, 2016-2:30pm- DATES OF PERFORMANCES: June 17, 18, 19 & 24, 25, 26 ALL ROLES OPEN: MISS HANNIGAN (F)- A mean spirited, loud, director of an all girls orphanage - Strong singer, dancer, actress (25-40+) alto-mezzo soprano Audition song: Little Girls GRACE FARRELL (F)-A sweet, kind efficient secretary to Oliver Warbucks Strong singer, actress (25-40) soprano Audition song: We Got Annie LILY ST. REGIS (F)-A conniving, low class girlfriend of Rooster Hannigan Good singer, dancer, actress(25-40) soprano Audition song: Easy Street BOYLAN SISTERS (F) 3 women who sing as a trio on Bert Healy s radio show Good singers (20-40+) alto, 2 nd soprano, 1 st soprano Audition song: You re Never Fully Dressed STAR TO BE (F) A Broadway star want-to-be with a small solo Strong soprano (18-25) Audition song NYC OLIVER WARBUCKS(M) -Wealthy, workaholic who becomes soft hearted when he takes in Orphan Annie, and falls under her charms (30-50) Baritone Audition song: Something was Missing or NYC ROOSTER HANNIGAN (M) -Miss Hannigan s brother, a con artist, cold, calculating, unscrupulous Strong singer, dancer, actor (25-40) baritone Audition song: Easy Street 6
DRAKE (M)-Oliver Warbuck s Butler (30-50+) Tenor-baritone Audition song: We Got Annie or New Deal BERT HEALY (M) -Radio host (30-50) Good actor with entertaining personality Audition song: NYC F.D.R. (M)-President with strong acting and authoritative character (40+) Audition song: New Deal PERKINS and ICKLES(M or F) members of FDR S cabinet (25-40+) small solos Audition song: Tomorrow CHILDREN S ROLES ANNIE (F) -An orphan who plays an 11 year old with a strong charming personality (10-14) Excellent singing, acting, and dancing required. Audition song: Maybe or Tomorrow MAIN ORPHANS-Molly (7-8), Kate (8-9), Tess (9-11), Pepper (11-13) July (12-13), Duffy (13-15), Audition song: Hard Knock Life CHORUS PARTS ALSO AVAILABLE ORPHAN CHORUS-Group of girls with good singing and dancing skills (7-15) ADULT CHORUS-Group of men, women, girls, and boys who sing and have good stage movement. some with lines and small solo singing. For Further information, or to request auditions pieces, please contact Daph Brown - 01983 245356 - email: dab.oldbat@gmail.com Alex Quilter - 077826938408 - email: purleq2012@gmail.com 7
Treasurer s Report The main thing over the last few weeks has been the panto, and what a panto it was! Well done to everyone involved, both on and off stage. With some house full performances, the box office receipts topped 5,000, a first for a panto. This is a sure thing to get a treasurer s heart beating faster. The good attendances have also meant increased ice cream and bar sales. There are still some bills etc to come in but the panto is on course to make a very good surplus. Expenses have been relatively low with purchases of stock, electricity payments, NODA subscription. We also paid 280 for the removal of the shrubs at the side of the theatre which definitely makes the area more spacious. Happy New Year John Stage Whisper - February Edition All members are welcome to contribute to Stage Whisper. Please send entries for the next edition to stagewhisper@caods.org.uk. with attachments if necessary by Sunday 24th January. 8