JET SET

A group of air stewardesses led by head steward Graeme welcomed the ‘passengers’ i.e. the audience on board the flight which was about to take off on a world tour. The pilots on the flight, Euan and Becky, kept the passengers well informed throughout the journey with their slick, humorous continuity as the plane moved from one country to the next.

This was a well chosen, diverse programme which incorporated comedy, music and well directed choreography. The cast from the very young to the more mature were all given the opportunity to share in the spotlight. It was indeed an inclusive team effort.

The big production numbers involving the full company were very well moved and sung with much enthusiasm. ‘Jet Set’ was bouncy and got the show off to a great start. ‘Livin La Vida Loca’ led by Marina was bright and lively. ‘Let’s Get Loud’ with Angela as soloist certainly got the company going. In contrast ‘Welcome to The Rock’ was powerful and delivered with real conviction and meaning. The inclusion of an ABBA medley is always a winner and went down well with the audience. ‘Raise You Up/Just Be was rousing and entertaining. ’Rockin’ All Over The World’ created a real party atmosphere finishing the show on a high.

The Youth Company were in fine form performing ’Don’t Stop Me Now’ and ‘Surfing USA.’ I particularly enjoyed ‘One Jump’ led by a spirited young lad who looks like an up and coming star.

As well as a strong ensemble group M.A.M.A is fortunate in having some excellent soloists of all ages. Chiara’s ‘Valerie’ was very sweetly sung while Alison and Justine had a lovely blend of voices. ’In His Eyes’ was extremely emotive. Euan was a fabulous King George bringing out all the fun in ‘You’ll Be Back.’ The brides of King Henry VIII were a vivacious ‘Six’. It was good to hear Robert enjoying ‘Fly Me To The Moon.’ I did enjoy Nicola’s excellent, engaging song and dance performance of ‘It’s So Quiet’.

This was an exciting revue which was refreshing, joyous and had some lovely moments. The company throughout were energetic delivering the musical numbers and the vivacious, varied choreography. I have mentioned only a few individual numbers but in truth every number in the programme was appealing and thoroughly enjoyable with excellent soloists, small ensembles and dancers. There was great attention to detail in costumes and props resulting in a most colourful, entertaining production. A most proficient stage band supported the singers well.

Congratulations to the cast and production team for a thoroughly enjoyable, lively well prepared revue which I was pleased to see was well attended.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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