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The Addingham pantomime ‘Jack and The Beanstalk’ at the Village Memorial Hall
It's panto time again in Addingham and, once again, you are in for a treat!
More new faces have joined the not so new' ones to tread the Village Hall boards. First on the scene is Lou Harrison who was obviously born to play Poison Ivy - and what a costume. From the moment she steps on stage and then the curtains open to the first set, the hard work is obvious. What wonderful scenery.
The chorus enjoy every minute of their performances and the children are wonderfully choreographed with simple and very effective dance routines. Their voices are clear and the smiles are ever present. The choice of songs is excellent and there are plenty of foot tapping numbers.
Emily Tysoe (Fairy Aruna) plays her part beautifully and what a lovely singing voice.
Andy Burns (Willy) enjoys making us laugh as usual and Angela Clarke (Jill) shows us that she can play the Yorkshire lass!
Vickie Burns (Helga) has once again got us laughing. She's a very funny lady. And she and Lou also find a bit of time to co-direct the whole thing!
I personally remember asking Chris D'Arcy (Dame Trott) if he fancied trying for the part of the Dame one year and his reply was that he was not ready for that yet. Well, I'll tell you what, Chris, you are now.
Jane Ison (Jack) could almost mime the part, her fantastic facial expressions say it all and Serena (Colette Howarth) is a delight.
Colin Waterman (Squire Black) plays the part just right - a very strong and powerful Squire. Mark Gregory and Eleanor Ellis (Hugh and Ida Noe) are an unusual but very effective comedy duo. They obviously enjoy their parts and play them well.
The Giant (Mike Denby) - he's a star. Nothing is too big for our Mike to tackle - not even when he's all thumbs!
Lauren Ellis as the Harp has the voice of an angel - a principal girl in the making.
Katie Houseman (Servant to the Giant) is very confident and doesn't know the meaning of the word stage fright - well done! Isobel Tysoe (Hen) must be exhausted after all that wing flapping and egg-laying. And what a cow (Sabi Robinson and Rory Stead) if you'll pardon the expression!
I can honestly say I've never seen a cow with such talent - and she could sing too, front and back!
The scenery, costumes, hair and make-up are a credit to the teams and the special props, lighting and sound effects have clearly demanded a lot of hard work - and it shows. To the whole team, whatever your job - you've done it so well.
Jane Gregory is looking after front of house again. She does a great job year after year so if you want a treat give her a ring (01943 831007), and get your seats booked.
Performances are on February 8, 9, 13, 14, 15 and 16 with matinees on both Saturdays. Performances start at 7.30pm in the evenings and at 2pm for the afternoon shows.
You're in for a good night out. Sit back and enjoy.
3:39pm Thursday 7th February 2008
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