Dundee Scout Gang Show

Two years ago just as Dundee Scout Gang Show were ready to stand in the spotlights on the Whitehall Stage they were stopped in their tracks by a certain pandemic. They have certainly come back with a bang and there is no stopping them now.

From the minute the curtain went up the Dundee Gang were on top form displaying great enthusiasm and an abundance of energy with their spectacular opening section. The entertainment from that point was non-stop, journeying through a wide range of musical genres and styles with various comedy sketches added in for good measure. All the performances were delivered with great confidence and vivacity - supported by a fantastic live band and colourful lighting.  A real audience treat was a fantastic section by the youngest members of the gang ‘The Beavers’ who definitely had the ‘cute factor’ delivering a selection of their favourite party songs! I certainly didn’t expect myself to be on my feet doing the ‘A-ga doo’ ever again!

A poignant moment from the production was the ‘Heroes in Covid’ section. After two years of all our lives being affected by covid – this section was an uplifting tribute celebrating the heroes who have worked throughout the pandemic.

The whole programme from start to finish was clever and captivating. Favourites for me were Superheroes, Celtic Connections, The Cinema and the hilarious Eh’m Miserable. However it was all well choreographed and directed ending of course with the traditional finale where we found ourselves swinging ‘Down the Wide Open Road’ and ‘Riding Along on the Crest of a Wave’. These truly are the times we dream about!

The Dundee Scout Gangshow are honored this year to be represented by six of its very own members in the 90th anniversary performance marking a special milestone in Gangshow history which takes place in London. The six members of the Dundee Gang will join representatives from another 39 Gang Shows from across the UK and I wish them the best of luck.

The world was colourful, bright and entertaining at The Whitehall Theatre, all credit to the Dundee Scout Gang Show Cast, Production Team and all involved both on and off stage. You should all be very proud of yourselves. 

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