Writer/Director David Goddard Assistant Director Mo Merrell Box Office Ann Bellamy Choreographer Mo Merrell Costume design/maker Jean Goddard Costume assistants Molly Arthurs, Marion Clarke, Mary Morgan, Margaret Shore, Angela Baverstock, Jacky Davies, Pat Morse, the cast, families and friends Front of House managers Ann Bellamy, Carole Parsons Front of House team Kath Bangham, Margaret Dixon, Rosemary Emery, Caroline Feltham, Lyn Warren and team, Brian Woodman. Lighting Director Pete Brown Lighting Team Shane Ebbels, Jim Rogers Make-up Jean Goddard, Gloria Gurton, Ann Smith and cast Musical Director Ian Tucker Prompt Nina Sivier Properties Sue Grace, Mary Morgan, Ann Smith Scenic Design/Painting Helen and Trevor Newman Sound Nick Adams and Jamie Swan Sound Effects Ray Buckland Set construction/design and stage crew Bernard Crabbe, Dave Fowgies, Steve Gill, Bev Moon, Geoff Morgan, Ian Tucker, Brian Parsons, Terry Bisgrove Stage manager Dave Fowgies Assistant stage manager Bernard Crabbe Wardrobe Mistress Jean Goddard The Palace Band Ian Tucker, Ian Henderson, Mike Packer

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CLIP 1 - 1,640Kb - 0:58 - Mice/frogs dancing and the coach magically appears.

NODA review of "Cinderella" by representative Gerry Branton

Yet another Cinderella, this time from one of our younger groups and written by the director. The traditional pantomime characters were well represented, from the broker`s men, Buttons, a down-to-earth Fairy Godmother, to the politically correct "Not-so-good-looking sisters". Cinderella, as played by 14 year old Emily Thorn, was enchanting and her well projected voice was shown to advantage in the vocal numbers. She was partnered by Rachel Harris, a truly `charming` Prince and their duets were highlights of the performance. The largely youthful, inexperienced cast worked hard and in the main succeeded in portraying their characters. Topical and local jokes abounded which the audience enjoyed, but beware of too many ad-libs, which although are funny to the cast, leave us mystified.

Music as usual gave tremendous support with original number "Nightspell" creating a magical atmosphere for the transformation scene, complete with choreography for mice and frogs. Good choice of songs with a welcome modern flavour all added to the overall enjoyment. Costumes, sets and props were of a high standard and quite eye-catching, such as Cinderella`s illuminated coach, the ball gowns and powdered wigs.

Always a joy to visit this friendly group who give such pleasure to their audience.

SCENES

ACT ONE

I. The Village Square outside the Baron's House
II. On the way from the Village to the Palace
III. The Woods
IV.  On the way from the Palace to the Village
V. The Kitchen inside the Baron's House

ACT TWO

I. The Palace Ballroom
II. On the way from the Palace to the Baron's House
III. The Kitchen inside the Baron's House
IV. On the way from the Village to the Palace
V. The Palace Ballroom

Photos from the show

CHILDREN IN NEED PANTO BREAKFAST During November 1995, on the day of the annual BBC Children In Need appeal was broadcast, BBC Radio Bristol held a fundraising "Panto Breakfast" at the Bristol Old Vic where local panto groups were able to go along dressed in costume and go on air to plug their forthcoming pantomimes. I went along as Buttons with the director and some other cast members which was an enjoyable and interesting experience, even though I nearly dried up when the presenter pointed his microphone in my direction!!!

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