Oliver!
Oliver! was the very first musical performed by Lennox Productions volunteers in February 2007, and last week the group performed that musical again in celebration of their 10 year anniversary, as well as the 25th anniversary of the charity!
We were astounded to find out that five out of the six performances were completely sold out with many people on a waiting list hoping for returned tickets! Those who were lucky enough to see the show, enjoyed a polished and engaging performance, which included many popular songs. 'Food Glorious Food' and 'Be Back Soon' were sung beautifully by the children, while 'Consider Yourself', 'Oom-Pah-Pah' and 'Who Will Buy?' were performed by the full ensemble with gusto. Some other classics, such as 'Where Is Love?', 'As Long As He Needs Me' and 'Reviewing The Situation' were sung by the very talented principles. A review by Hornchurch Life said "The whole show was brilliant and a fantastic tribute to Lennox Productions' ten year anniversary at The Queen's Theatre... The whole show feels like a Broadway performance" Thank you to the cast who have spent eight months rehearsing dramatic scenes and dance routines to make this amateur show look professional, and to the production team for their patience and hard work throughout the process. Thank you also to the orchestra, chaperones, wardrobe, hair and make up and backstage team who work tirelessly to keep things running smoothly behind the scenes! We had a great week and can't wait to see what comes next from Lennox Productions!
Banner/poster design by Alan Foale / Oliver silhouette artwork by © Garen Ewing and Logos For Shows
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Cast
Fagin James Foale
Nancy Hannah Hayes Bill Sykes Allen Clark Oliver Devon Adams Oliver Oliver McDonagh The Artful Dodger Frankie Henderson The Artful Dodger Freddie Parker Mr Bumble Simon Cook Widow Corney Gemma Fitzmaurice Bet Mia Brown Charley Bates George Creedon Charley Bates Joshua Barber Mr. Sowerberry Vincent Fitzmaurice Mrs. Sowerberry Rachel Barton Noah Jonathan Danaher Noah Sam Kaizer Charlotte Casey Adams Mr. Brownlow Barry Koten Mrs. Bedwin Jane Lloyd Dr. Grimwig Paul Roberts Rose Seller Laura Mugford Milkmaid Nicola Thorpe Strawberry Seller Lily Hayes Knife Grinder Oliver Haise Long Song Seller Lee Jackson Old Sally Mavis Sherlock Old Lady Jan Hartley Child Ensemble
Cai Bonfante, Stella Braglia, Darcie Brown, Henry Chapman, Jack Carter, Sam Durrant, Liam Farrell, Francesca Fitzmaurice, Harriet Fitzmaurice, George Fuller, Pippa Fuller, Charlie Little, Mason McCriddle, Isabelle Mugford, Jessica Mugford, Joshua Neal, Billy Ross, Aled Taylor-Morgan
Adult Ensemble
Ray Bocking, Gemma Bull, Stella Bull, Mark Danaher, Ella Dixon, Claire Foale, Louise Gallagher, Liz Gibson, Martin Hart, Gill Horne, John Little, Patricia McLean, David Plato, Theresa Rubin, Gerry Sherlock, Val Taylor
Orchestra
Conductor Natalie Thurlow
Piano Rachael Plunkett Double Bass Angelo Tsocos Violin I Lorraine Kelly Violin II Caron Hiscock Cello Cameron Smith Flute/Piccolo Evan Davies Oboe/Cor Anglais Vicki Oliver Clarinet/Bass Clarinet Tracey Bridgeman Bassoon Rob Downing French Horn Sandra Pattenden Trumpet Jemma Andrews Trombone Jamie Pimenta Percussion Phil Stevenson Production Team
Artistic Director Richard Foster
Musical Director Natalie Thurlow Choreographer Tracy Foster Assistant Choreographer Elise Foster Dance Captain Laura Mugford Production Coordinator Gemma Fitzmaurice Stage Manager Kate Fernandes Assistant Stage Manager Lee Pierson Special thanks to Garen Ewing and Logos for Shows for allowing us free use of their Oliver silhouette image on our artwork | ||||||
