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VOLUME 5, ISSUE 5  JUNE 2002IN THIS ISSUE Like the line in the song Body Electric in the Finale of our recent production, we still 'glory in the glow' of the warm audience response and critical acclaim of CENTRE STAGE. Nevertheless, prompted by the adrenaline rushing forth, the June edition of The Anchorage shares our strategic plans for events and productions till the end of the year with bubbling enthusiasm.
SHOWS TO GO! Over the moon with the acclaimed success of CENTRE STAGE. we eagerly look forward to the Galaxy of forthcoming productions and glittering events in the year ahead. It's a full calendar which we hope you can keep up with! July – Dockyard BINGO! Jeff Batt drives a night of Bingo where all are welcome. His inimitable gifts as compére (just recall CENTRE STAGE) promises to zoom you through an evening with the added bonus of clinking money to be won. Entrance fee is R10 per head but free to Anchor members! August – 'Jeff Batt LIVE – but limping slightly'. Our stalwart all-rounder Vice-chairman Jeff Batt will première his one-man show with his own brand of music and humour, and featuring the 'odd' guest or two. Knowing his artistry, experience and presence, this six-pack event should rank as 'King of the hill, top of the heap' in the whole of the Western Cape, if not 'New York, New York!' September – 'Whodunnit' a Comedy Thriller by Anthony Shaffer, brother of Peter of the famed 'Equus'. Directed by veteran Tony Stiglingh, this play will certainly bring throaty giggles and spine shivers during 6 performances. We hear that this drama has a definitely different twist in the tale. See audition notice. December – is our seasonal pantomime time with the beloved 'Cinderella', a novel Victorian version directed by our talented Belinda & Jeff Batt. Young and old alike should pack our theatre during a total run of 10 shows, including two matinées and late afternoon stagings for the whole family. Holidays, sun, sea, South-easter, Vaalies and Christmas all in one bag. And as for those wicked sisters alone - surely a WOW if ever. See audition notice.
'WHODUNNIT' – Audition Notice The Comedy Thriller 'WHODUNNIT' by Anthony Shaffer will be our September 2002 production. Director Tony Stiglingh is holding auditions so don't be shy – if you wish to try for one of this play's unusual and delightful characters, come along and give it your best.
The Characters Auditions will be held at the Simonsberg Theatre – the Theatre in the Dockyard – Simon's Town West Dockyard, Sunday 30 June at 2.00 pm. Enquiries 785.2466
CINDERELLA – Audition Notice Pantomime director Belinda Batt is in need of actors, dames, pumpkins, singers, dancers, cruel step-mothers and charming princes. Auditions will be held at the Simonsberg Theatre – the Theatre in the Dockyard – Simon's Town West Dockyard, Sunday 1 September at 11.00 am. Enquiries 785.2466
CENTRE STAGE Possibly the best thing about 'Centre Stage' was that we had promised and then achieved this romping, multi-mega-fun variety show! And what unbeatable joy and co-operation our cast did not experience: 21 artistes entwining 33 different numbers in 22 items by veterans, newcomers, youngsters and a professional trio on stage under the enthusiastic direction of Belinda Batt & Co – all within just 4 weeks of rehearsal. It's no wonder that our theatre critic stated: 'This slick family spectacular can be adequately summed up by the title of Jeff Batt's show-stopping number – "That's Entertainment"'. Bravo, bravissimo to each and all! We thought we would warm your hearts on the nights and matinées of the sudden cold and wet winter that befell us. Instead, and with heartfelt thanks, your welcome support and raving applause fired us on to magic sparks.
DATES TO DIARISE The listed events will all be staged at the Simonsberg – Theatre in the Dockyard, Simon's Town. Enquiries: infoMotion – 785.2466
Sunday 30 June 2.00 pm
Birthdays June 30: Bev Adams July 12: Stuart McNaughton 29: Ann McNaughton
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