This Is Us

In this their first production under their new name (formerly Carluke Amateur Operatic Society) the company captured the audience, taking us on a musical journey through three sections looking back at classic shows previously presented, current shows recently performed whist looking to the future at shows they aspire to showcase.  Presenting a wealth of iconic numbers this was indeed an evening of musicals!  Space does not permit me to name each musical number, soloist or ensemble but particular highlights for me include Elaine Mitchell’s moving rendition of ‘As Long as He Needs Me’ (Oliver) and Eileen Clifford putting her own stamp on ‘I Know Where I’ve Been (Hairspray).  Gerry Jamieson took us back to Whistle Down the Wind by presenting the title song and there was a superb medley from ‘The Witches of Eastwick’ brilliantly performed by Kim McCluskie, Jenny Carmichael and Monica Jamieson.  Patrick Rafferty, Todd Forrest, Derrick Pearce and Claire Wheatley with the entire company brought us ‘Sunshine on Leith’, with Jenny Carmichael and Kim McCluskie delivering a touching ‘I Still believe’ from Miss Saigon.  Todd Forrest and Monica Jamieson entertained us with ‘Suddenly Seymour’ (Little Shop of Horrors), Claire Friary presented ‘Raise Your Voice’ (Sister Act) and Claire Foster and Nicola Duthie provided a wonderful rendition of ‘What is This Felling’ (Wicked). The company also presented great choral arrangements of ‘Edelweiss’ (The Sound of Music) and ‘The Black Hills of Dakota’ (Calamity Jane) to the highest standard.  This was a wonderful evening’s entertainment and Jack Thomson must be congratulated on this his first production with the society.

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