Take 23

This enthusiastic group of entertainers took to the stage in this their 23rd year with the show built around themes including transport; nonsense words; sun, moon & stars and a trip to the movies.  The company performed well collectively and in groups with some highlights including ‘On a Bicycle Built for Two’; ‘The Trolley Song’; Chitty Chitty Bang Bang’; the rhythmic ‘Ob-La-Di-  Ob-La Da’; Do Wah Diddy’ and ‘I See a Boat on a River’ - in particular Susan Bowden’s solo part.  Ellis Leggatt provided a first-rate performance singing ‘Sailing’ equalled by Liam Hughes and Hannah Quinn in ‘Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious’.  Martin Russell provided groovy moves in dancing to ‘Blame it on the Boogie’.  Joanne Toner was on usual form with an excellent rendition of ‘Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me’, and later in the show displayed her unique flair for delivering comedy in her characterisation as Miss Hannigan.  Judith Abubaker gave an exceptional performance singing ‘Tomorrow’ and Alistair McIntosh brought the house down with ‘Everything I Do’.  Rachel Murphy also provided a beautiful rendition of ‘I Will Always Love You’.  The show was brightly costumed enhanced with lighting effects. It is difficult to capture all elements of variety shows such as this and name each performer individually however, I am sure all associated with this production will be pleased with the end result.

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