West End Magic

Congratulations on a fabulous musical extravaganza.Thank you for allowing me to stand in for Pat  - it was a privilege to see so much talent on show at your college.This performance consisted of various songs from the shows and contemporary dance to enhance certain songs. The whole cast was on stage throughout the performance.

I must mention David Wall and his Band, their touch of finesse and compassion shown to the performers when singing was outstanding: they were suitably enthusiastic and supportive without ever taking over the night.All the solo singers were very good - not a weak person amongst them. The audience were treated to extracts of songs from Rent, The Addams Family and Ghost amongst others. Olivia Garcia (One Night Only from Dream Girls ) & Leah Wallis (She used to be Mine from Waitress) – I have not seen these musicals but you have made me want to –outstanding!

The BTEC dancers and choreography by Rebecca McDonald were excellent. Their inclusion was well timed. Sophie Phillips dancing to Someone Like You ( Jekyll and Hyde ) was simply breathtaking. Harry Pickavance and Emily Fairhurst,  dancing to The Letter ( Made In Dagenham )...well, I had chills - well done! The flow and characterization were beautiful and very mature.

A revue can sometimes appear static but this flowed really well. One slight - and it is slight to mention - please wear shoes when singing, it looks much more professional! I noticed in the first half a couple did not have shoes on, but did in the second half. That aside, well done and I am sure the West End beckons for this fabulous cast!

Thank you for making me feel so welcome.

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