Evita

I first saw Evita many years ago when the show was on a National Tour after its initial West End run. I was not overly impressed by it at the time and even after seeing the film, which I thought was more enjoyable, I cannot say that it was a show that I would want to see again. Therefore I did have slight reservations about seeing this show. I have to say my Wife and I were both absolutely stunned and amazed by this magnificent MTS production. Quite simply it rates as one of the best amateur productions that we have ever seen.

The two leading roles Che and Eva were both outstanding, their performances we equal to any that I have seen on the theatres of the West End. Eva’s rendition of “Don’t Cry for Me Argentina” was in my opinion the best that I have ever heard it sang. I thought that the direction was excellent the company were totally focused on their performance and seemed to move as one The costumes simple but very effective. the scenery were just flats with a mirror effect around the stage, with just chairs and a rostrum, that were moved by the cast members to create the different scenes. The small orchestra was excellent, the microphones faultless and sound balance perfect.

All theatre companies are struggling to attract an audience in the present economic climate so it was very pleasing to see a full theatre, and I understand they were on budget to make a profit, well done to the team at MTS.

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