Beauty and the Beast

Author: Keith Scott-Savage

Information

Date
8th December 2013
Society
Kaleidoscope Players
Venue
Guildhall Theatre, Derby
Type of Production
Pantomime
Director
Debbie Weetman
Musical Director
Ron Newsham
Choreographer
Natalie Waterman, Lizi Weetman, Josephine Walker

Bright,  colourful,  and with very imaginative touches,  made for a most entertaining pantomime.  I am always impressed by Kaleidoscope that everything needed for their productions is provided `in house`.  Set, costumes, props, special effects and the script by Webster and Bradford.  The set was good,  with the highlight being the transformation of the prince to the beast,  most effective.  The ultra violet lighting  was used to great effect in the `crockery` dance. 

There were some good performances especially from Ellie Thornewill as Belle, complimented by Natalie Weetman as Prince Louis.  A strong impact was made by Matt Chell as the Beast.  They were well supported by the rest of the enthusiastic cast and young chorus.

A very competent music duo completed a polished production.  An  excellent start to the pantomime season.

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