Big Dreams on a Small Stage

Tonight we had a joint production from Mytholmroyd St Michael's senior society along with SM'AGIC their junior section, only formed just over twelve months ago.  A celebration of songs from well-known musicals. and some not as well-known, but all delivered with great enthusiasm.  A well balanced and contrasting programme of ensemble numbers, solo's and duets.  The ladies gave us a powerful "America" from 'West Side Story' while the men concentrated on "Nothing like a Dame" from 'South Pacific'.  Elizabeth Wrathall performed the comedy number "Whatever Happened to my Part" from 'Spamalot', with great feeling, and Kevin Allen gave a strong performance of "This is the Moment" from 'Jekyll and Hyde'.  In contrast a delightful version of "Memory" by Lesley Alston form 'Cats'.  The children from SM'AGIC gave us a sneak preview from their forthcomming production of "Aladdin", this was beautifully sung and well presented.  I am looking forward to the full show in July.  There was some excellent Choreography in the first act and good grouping throughout, small steps and the use of blocks for different heights worked well.  My only criticism, please move down to the front of the stage, you won't fall off I assure you!   All the numbers reflect the title of the show, "Big Dreams on a Small Stage".  Well done.

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