Calendar Girls the Musical

It was a great feeling sitting among a full house waiting for this production to start, although I felt slightly outnumbered as most of the audience were women. This was the first time I had seen the musical version of Calendar Girls having already seen the play. Even from the start the music for this show was challenging but the company were up for it. Almost every person on the stage had a solo part to play. Their lines coming in quick succession from one character to another in both dialogue and songs. Credit must go to Robert Nee, Musical Director for ensuring everyone kept to time. I know the company’s original director had to leave mid-way through the rehearsal period and that Robert also took over the role of director, ably supported by Rachel Nee. They did a great job. The production moved along at a good pace using all areas on the stage well. The set looked good and the backstage crew must be complimented on their quick and efficient set changes. It is difficult to single out any one person amongst the cast for praise as all fitted their parts. The Calendar Girls themselves worked very well together obviously enjoying their roles and supporting each other with the difficult themes of story. It’s good to see the younger members of the cast also stepping up into solo roles with confidence. This bodes well for the future of the company. Well done to all involved and I look forward to seeing the next SAMS production.

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