Registered Charity No. 516576 www.lichfieldoperatic.org.uk

8th to 12th MAY 2018

SOUVENIRPROGRAMME

“The funniest show in town”

“Tony Award Winner!

Best Musical”

LICHFIELD OPERATIC SOCIETYAffiliated to the National Operatic and Dramatic Association

President Chairman: BOB HARRISON HELEN CHAVE

Theatrical Patron: ELAINE PAIGE

Honorary Vice-Presidents: Cllr. MARK WARFIELD Michael Fabricant, M.P. Cllr. JANICE GREAVES Chairman of Lichfield Mayor of Lichfield District Council

Friends of Lichfield Operatic Society:Mr. & Mrs. G. Archer, Mr. and Mrs. G. P. Bird, Mrs. A. Chadwick, Mr. W. J. Chester, Dr. C. J. Haslam,

Mr. P. Haywood, Mrs. B. M. Lock, Mrs. L. McLaren, Mrs. G. Nichols, Mr. & Mrs. C. Prince, Mrs. E. B. Prince, Mr. & Mrs. Pugh, Mr. R. B. Shipton, Mr. B. Smith, Mrs. E. Smith, Mrs. K. Tatlow,

Mr. & Mrs. D. Taylor, Mrs. K. B. Towlson, Mr. A. M. Turner, Mrs. R. Williams, Mr. & Mrs. J. A. Wright.

Life Members:Mrs. M. Brannan, Mr. D. Burke, Mrs. P. Finnigan, Mrs. C. Gilbert, Mrs. C. Hawkins, Mrs. P. Houldcroft, Mrs. G. Nichols, Mr. B. K. Perkins, Mrs. A. Pretty, Mrs. D. Scott,

Mr. B. E. Slater, Mr. B. R. Smith, Mrs. E. Smith, Mr. D. A. Taylor, Mrs. J. Taylor, Mr. P. H. Timms, Mrs. J. Tomkinson, Mr. M. Thompson, Mr. M. Turner, Mr. T. F. Wellings, Mr. A. Williams.

OFFICERS AND COMMITTEEPresident .................................................. Bob HarrisonChairman ................................................ Helen ChaveVice-Chairman ................................ Martin RainsfordSecretary ..................................................... Vickie BeckTreasurer ............................................... Stuart GriffithsBusiness Manager ................................ Sarah MathiasPublicity Manager ..................... Charlotte MiddletonMembers & Ticket Secretary ........... Vanessa Morgan

Good evening and a warm welcome to The Lichfield Garrick Theatre, to what I believe will be a memorable night for you all.

The society has gone a little “off piste” on this production and I am confident that you will all enjoy the ride! This particular show has attracted interest from quite a few new members to the society, which we always welcome, and I am personally delighted to welcome these new and highly talented faces to our team.

This particular show not only demonstrates the acting and singing talents of the main characters but also adds a further element, that of puppetry. The actors playing the main parts have been very busy in puppetry workshops and working with each other in an effort to master this difficult art, and I hope you will enjoy watching them demonstrate their new found skills.

In today’s current politically correct climate, where there is a fear of doing or saying the wrong thing for fear of offending, this show embraces, head on, all of those topics that most shows tend to shy away from. Nothing escapes the riotous attack; religion, race, sex, drugs, politics are all fair game, but it’s OK, these characters can get away with it, because, after all, they’re not real people, they’re only puppets! So, sit back, relax, forget any of your previous PC inhibitions and get giggling!

Bob Harrison

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGEGood evening ladies and gentlemen and welcome to our performance

of Avenue Q which we are delighted to be performing here at the Garrick Theatre.

With its catchy score and witty lyrics the cast and production team have thoroughly enjoyed being a part of this satirical, laugh-out-loud show. Notable for its use of puppets animated by puppeteers who make a visible contribution to the action rather than being concealed, Avenue Q has brought new skills into our repertoire. The “Human” actors perform alongside the puppet characters as they tackle the issues of daily life on a New York street providing humour with a strong dose of realism. Politically correct it isn’t!

For our production team, James Pugh has been a perfect choice as Director, superbly bringing the show to life with an excellent cast. His own talents as a humorous actor have contributed to his direction greatly.

As Musical Director the Society are extremely pleased to welcome back Dave Easto! Dave is a committed and talented MD who works extremely well with Principals and chorus alike and can always be relied upon to go the extra mile to make a show a musical success.

In the role of choreographer Charlotte Middleton has ensured that the puppets have blended seamlessly with their animators and the human cast to create slick musical numbers.

As always I would like to thank all back stage, technical, dressing room and front of house volunteers for their hard work and of course yourselves as our audience for your continued support.

I hope you enjoy the show and I look forward to seeing you all again for our production of My Fair Lady at this theatre in September.

Helen Chave

PRODUCTION DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE

Hello and welcome to Avenue Q!It is my honour to have been asked to direct for Lichfield Operatic Society again.

When I was asked to do this I jumped at the chance and then realised this is a completely different type of show to direct. The rehearsal process, although a huge amount of fun was a totally new challenge for me and the cast, we all had to find our way together, and I quite honestly could not have asked for a better cast do this with, their hard work and dedication has really paid off as you will see tonight.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank Deborah Middleton and her backstage team for their hard work. The other unsung heroes are sound, lighting, prompt, make-up and props who all bring the show to life.

I would also like to offer my congratulations and huge thanks to my choreographer Charlotte Middleton. This is the second show she has choreographed for me, and her work ethic and ideas are the reason she is so sought after. I would also like to thank my long-time friend and collaborator David Easto who has joined us again as

Musical Director. His talent is second to none.The way he works with the cast, and the band is something to behold, I am genuinely blessed and so happy to be working with him again.

That just leaves me one more thank you, and that is to you. Thank you for your continued support now and over the years, without it we would not exist. So thanks and enjoy your evening!

James Pugh - Show Director - May 2018

DAVID EASTO

Musical Director

JAMES PUGHDirector

CHARLOTTE MIDDLETONChoreographer

CAST IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE

Princeton Anil Patel

Brian Adam Lacey

Kate Monster Lucy Follows

Nicky Pete Beck

Rod Patrick Jervis

Christmas Eve Kate Pinell

Gary Coleman Aaron Morris

Trekkie Monster Ben Foulds

Singing Boxes Vickie Beck

Esme Wade

Hannah Clark

Luke Bryan

Chelsea Greathead

Lucy Bishop

Mrs T Sarah Mathias

Girl Bad Idea Bear Zoe Albutt

Boy Bad Idea Bear Dan Anketell

Lucy The Slut Lucy Surtees

Nicky’s other Arm Vickie Beck & Lucy Bishop

Trekkie’s other Arm Sarah Clark & Hannah Clark

Ricky Hudson Mitchell

Newcomer Will Bourn

Ensemble Felicity Arblaster

Maurice Buxton

John Cantrill

Helen Chave

Lesley Downie

Hellie England

Sophia Ford

Margaret Gilmour

Jennifer Graham

Marie Madeley

Jenny Padley

Martin Rainsford

Pauline Rainsford

Lucy Wood

This is Anil’s debut performance with Lichfield Operatic Society (LOS) and he is both thrilled and honoured to have been given the opportunity

to play the role of Princeton. In his younger days, Anil enjoyed singing and performing at school so went on to study Popular Music and Music Technology. In 2014 he joined Sutton Coldfield Musical Theatre Company (SCMTC) for their production of The Witches of Eastwick and since then has regularly been involved in shows.Previous roles include: Reverend Ed Parsley - Witches of Eastwick, Sid - Half a Sixpence, Ritchie Valens - Buddy, Tootles - Peter Pan, Seaweed - Hairspray and Emmo - Our House.Anil has found the role of puppetry an enjoyable challenge in Avenue Q. As a Reception teacher, he regularly uses puppets in his classroom and it’s those puppetry skills which have been invaluable in helping him bring ‘Princeton’ to life.Anil would like to thank LOS for the warm welcome they have given him for

his first show with them. He has thoroughly enjoyed rehearsing and performing with the society over the past few months. He hopes the audiences enjoy the show as much as the cast have enjoyed bringing it to the stage.

ANIL PATELPrinceton

Pete started performing with Lichfield Operatic Society (LOS) back in 1998 in the musical “Mame” which sparked his passion for performing. Since then he

has been fortunate enough to play many principal roles with LOS and other local societies over the years.His credits include... Jack Point - Yeoman of the Guard, The Pirate King - Pirates of Penzance, Chauvelin - The Scarlet Pimpernel, The Big Bopper - Buddy, Darryl Van Horne - Witches of Eastwick, Curly - Oklahoma, Captain Hook - Peter Pan and Sky Masterson - Guys and Dolls. His latest performance at the Garrick was “Daddy Warbucks” in LOS’s version of “Annie” last year.Pete spent 3 years as a Redcoat and Cast Member at Butlins Minehead and has been lucky to have been cast in several touring professional shows and pantomimes across the UK and Ireland including playing “Gaston” in Beauty and the Beast. He was also a frequent face on the ITV and Sky series “Redcoats” and has performed live on Nickelodeon. Pete is really enjoying learning the difficult art of puppetry and is loving the somewhat risqué show songs!

PETE BECKNicky

This is Kate’s second performance with Lichfield Operatic Society (LOS) although she has been an avid supporter from a very young age! She was

last seen at the Garrick playing Nellie Forbush in LOS’s most recent production of South Pacific last November.Kate trained at LIPA, in its inaugural year playing roles such as The Bakers Wife - Into the Woods, and April - Company. During her time at LIPA Kate sang with The Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, played the part of Lulu O’Donnell for BBC radio series Not Aloud and sang at Buckingham Palace for the G8 summit. Kate was also honoured to sing at Linda McCartney’s memorial service at St. Martin in The Fields, Covent Garden. Making her West End Debut Kate was in the original West End cast of Notre Dame de Paris (Dominion Theatre) followed by The Full Monty (Prince of Wales Theatre).Kate is now a Mum and a primary school teacher and she is LOVING being back on stage again. Thank you to everyone involved in this great production. Enjoy the show!

KATE PINELLChristmas Eve

Patrick joined Lichfield Operatic Society (LOS) in 2009 for our production of “West End Story” at the Lichfield Garrick and has enjoyed performing in

many productions with the society in the years since. Patrick has been fortunate to play many principal roles with LOS and is excited to now be tackling the role of Rod and of course the puppetry! He is also a member of other local groups including SCMTC and Tudor.Previous roles include; Eddie - Made in Dagenham, Rooster - Annie, Peter Pan - Peter Pan, Malcolm - The Full Monty, Will Parker - Oklahoma!, Seymour - Little Shop of Horrors and Francis Fryer - Calamity Jane. He was last seen at the Garrick in LOS’s most recent production of South Pacific playing the role of Lieutenant Joseph Cable. Patrick also performs with Shakespeare In The Park and Different Animal Theatre Company, amongst others, taking on roles such as Doctor Treves - The Elephant Man, Richard Hannay - The 39 Steps and Romeo - Romeo and Juliet.Patrick has really enjoyed working with such a talented cast and can’t wait audiences to enjoy their hard work!

PATRICK JERVISRod

This is Lucy’s first production with Lichfield Operatic Society (LOS) and she is thrilled to be playing the role of ‘Kate Monster’ in the wonderful,

Avenue Q! Lucy began performing at a very young age, and has performed with multiple operatic societies over the years; WBOS, Bilston Operatic Society and Walsall Operatic Society, to name a few. During this time, Lucy has been fortunate enough to play several principle roles on stage, her favourites being ‘Narrator’ in Joseph, ‘Kim’ in Miss Saigon, ‘Wendy’ in Peter Pan, ‘Nancy’ in Oliver! and most recently ‘Eliza Doolittle’ in My Fair Lady.Working with such a talented cast and creative team has been an absolute pleasure, and Lucy would like to thank everyone involved in LOS for being so welcoming during this rehearsal period. Avenue Q has been such fun, and the challenge of mastering puppetry has only added to a great experience. Special thanks must also go to Adam (playing Brian) for his constant support and reassurance, as always. Enjoy the show!

LUCY FOLLOWSKate Monster

This is Adam’s first production with Lichfield Operatic Society (LOS) , but he is no stranger to the stage having been performing since the age

of 4. Most recently Adam has played Corny Collins in Hairspray, Bill Sykes in Oliver! and Benny in RENT.Adam has been Theatre & Events Manager at the Old Joint Stock Theatre in Birmingham for the past 3 years, where he can regularly be found directing and producing their in-house productions. Recent productions include One Man, Two Guvnors; The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged); Closer and The 39 Steps - with The Full Monty following this summer!Adam is delighted be playing the role of laid back Brian, and says “I have loved Avenue Q since first hearing the soundtrack almost 15 years ago, and cannot wait to finally perform in this amazing show!”Adam would like to thank Lucy for her constant support and for talking

him into auditioning, and everyone at LOS for making both himself and Lucy feel so welcome. Hope you all enjoy the show, and always remember - “everything in life is only for now”.

ADAM LACEYBrian

This will be Lucy’s fourth production with Lichfield Operatic Society (LOS) after joining us back in 2016 for Jesus Christ Superstar. Since then she has

performed with us in Guys and Dolls and most recently in our 2017 production of South Pacific. Lucy is now very excited to be taking on this new challenge of Lucy the Slut!Lucy has also been a member of SCMTC for many years performing in productions such as Little Shop of Horrors, Buddy and Witches of Eastwick where she took on the lead role of Alex. Lucy Said “I am absolutely delighted to be playing Lucy the Slut in the upcoming production of Avenue Q. She’s a sexy, sultry (even if she is a puppet) cabaret singer and definitely makes an impression on the men in the crowd! She’s a humorous character and I have loved putting my puppetry skills to the test! With an amazingly talented cast and production team, this show will be yet another great hit! And I’m pretty sure Lucy will most definitely make you ALL feel ‘Special’ so grab your seats and enjoy the show!!”

LUCY SURTEESLucy the Slut

This will be Aaron’s third, and final, appearance with Lichfield Operatic Society (LOS), for a while as he has recently set up a business in Nottingham

and will be spending most of his time focussing on making it a success. Over the last 12 months Aaron has reprised a role in BBC’s Doctors, as well as enjoying ensemble roles with LOS in both Annie and South Pacific - not to mention his debut with Shakespeare In The Park, playing the role of Silvius in As You Like It.Aaron said “Being able to play the role of the late Gary Coleman is very exciting!! Performing a character based on a real life person, I feel a certain level of responsibility to do him justice through my performances. In order to prepare myself Diff ’rent Strokes has been an ever-present bedtime watch for a number of months.” Aaron would like to thank you, the audience, for supporting LOS and hopes you thoroughly enjoy this hilarious show. He would also like to pay special mention to his girlfriend, Abbie, who has had to put up with listening to the Avenue Q soundtrack on repeat… Sorry!!

AARON MORRISGary Coleman

Avenue Q will be Ben’s second show with Lichfield Operatic Society, having previously played a Russian in Fiddler on the Roof back in 2014. After recently

moving back to Lichfield, this will be Ben’s first stage musical since January 2016. Ben started out by taking roles in various school musicals as well as at the Lichfield Garrick Youth Theatre. Since then he has gone on to play many principal roles including Roger - Rent, Mark - Rent, Otto - Spring Awakening and Curly - Oklahoma. This will also be Ben’s second time playing Trekkie Monster in Avenue Q having taken the role at The Old Joint Stock back in 2014.As well as taking part in stage musicals, Ben is also a professional vocal guitarist and regularly performs an acoustic tribute to music of all eras at events including weddings, festivals and private functions both across the UK and abroad. Since 2014, Ben has performed at over 600 events. Ben said, “I have thoroughly enjoyed being involved with this fantastic company and look forward to once again taking to the stage as Trekkie Monster.”

BEN FOULDSTrekkie Monster

<< ENSEMBLELeft to Right:

Back Row - Felicity Arblaster, Martin Rainsford, Jennifer Graham.

Front Row - Lesley Downie, Lucy Wood.

ENSEMBLE >>Left to Right:

Back Row - Luke Bryan, Maurice Buxton, Lucy Bishop.

Front Row - Jenny Padley, Pauline Rainsford.

BAD IDEA BEARSZoe Albutt, Dan Anketell.

ENSEMBLE >>Left to Right:

Back Row - Marie Madeley, John Cantrill, Sophia Ford.

Front Row - Helen Chave, Hellie England.

<<ENSEMBLELeft to Right:

Back Row - Vickie Beck, Sarah Clark, Chelsea Greathead.

Front Row - Esme Wade, Hannah Clark.

RICKYHudson Mitchell

MRS TSarah Mathias

NEWCOMERWill Bourn

NOT PHOTOGRAPHED

Margaret Gilmour

AVENUE Q - THE STORY

ACT ONEOpening Act one we meet Princeton, a bright-

eyed college grad, who comes to New York City with big dreams and a tiny bank account. He soon discovers that the only neighbourhood in his price range is Avenue Q; still, the neighbours seem nice. There’s Brian the out-of-work comedian and his therapist fiancé Christmas Eve; Nicky, the good-hearted slacker, and his roommate Rod - a Republican investment banker who seems to have some sort of secret; an Internet addict called Trekkie Monster; and a very cute kindergarten teaching assistant named Kate Monster. Princeton decides to move in and gets the keys to his apartment from the building’s superintendent, Gary Coleman (yes- that Gary Coleman!).

Later, Rod, whilst reading his favourite book (Broadway Musicals of the 1940’s) is interrupted by Nicky who assures Rod that if he were gay he would stand by him. Meanwhile, Princeton is trying to determine his purpose in life and asks for Kate’s help. Unintentionally he make a racist comment about Monsters which infuriates Kate however they then explore the notion that everyone’s a little bit racist.

At her teaching job, Kate is assigned an important lesson. She decides to teach the kids about the Internet, but neighbour Trekkie Monster upstages her by insisting that the internet is for porn! Later, as she contemplates her relationship with Princeton, he arrives with a gift for her and an invitation to go out to the Around the Clock Club.

At the Club we are introduced to Lucy The Slut who sings that she can make everyone feel special! The trouble-making Bad Idea Bears get Kate and Princeton drunk and send them home, where they “get it on” noisily. Meanwhile, a sleeping Rod dreams that Nicky is in love with him; in real life, Kate expresses her fondness for Princeton and he gives her a lucky penny.

Brian and Christmas Eve decide get married. At the reception, Nicky suggests that Rod is gay. Rod overhears and defensively brags about his girlfriend in Canada then he kicks Nicky out of the apartment. Princeton realises he’s forgotten his purpose in life, and he breaks up with Kate, who recognises the fine line between love and a waste of time.

ACT TWOA few weeks later, Princeton has still not found

his purpose and is more miserable than ever. Brian convinces Princeton to get out into the city and as a result hooks up with Lucy. Kate writes Princeton a note asking him to meet her on top of the Empire State building. Lucy reads the note and destroys it.

Meanwhile, Nicky has no place to live, and asks Gary for help. Gary explains the concept of taking pleasure in other people’s pain- Schadenfreude!

Kate waits in vain for Princeton atop the Empire State Building. She throws his lucky penny off the side, and it lands in Lucy’s skull 102 stories below. Princeton, Nicky, and Kate all remember a simpler time.

Meeting homeless Nicky on the street, Princeton decides to help Kate open her Monster school, and

they enlist others to help raise money. Falling very short, they turn to Trekkie Monster, who saves the day. A thrilled Kate gets

her school. Rod appears and comes triumphantly out of the closet. He asks Nicky to move back

in, and in return Nicky brings out someone who looks just like himself: a boyfriend he

found for Rod! Meanwhile Kate, touched by Princeton’s generous action, agrees to try a relationship again.

A newcomer to the street makes Princeton finally

realise his purpose: to put on a show about struggling through your twenties! Everyone agrees that it’s a bad idea. Seeing his sadness and frustration, his friends console him, teaching him that everything in life, good and bad,

is only for now.

Inspired by the beloved children’s show Sesame Street, Avenue Q is the winner of the Tony “Triple Crown” for Best Musical, Best Score, and Best Book! This ‘part flesh, part felt’ creates a puppet-filled world where Puppets and Humans are friends, Monsters are good and life lessons are learned as our characters face the difficult and X-Rated realities of modern day life.

MUSICAL NUMBERS

ACT ONEThe Avenue Q Theme Company

What Do You Do with a B.A. in English? Princeton

It Sucks to Be Me Brian, Kate, Rod, Nicky, Christmas Eve, Gary, and Princeton

If You Were Gay Nicky and Rod

Purpose Princeton, Singing Boxes and Company

Everyone’s a Little Bit Racist Princeton, Kate, Gary, Brian, Christmas Eve and Company

The Internet Is for Porn Kate, Trekkie and Male Company

Mix Tape Kate and Princeton

I’m Not Wearing Underwear Today Brian

Special Lucy the Slut

You Can Be as Loud as the Hell You Want (When You’re Makin’ Love) Gary, Bad Idea Bears, Princeton, Kate, and Company

Fantasies Come True Rod, Kate, Nicky and Princeton

My Girlfriend, Who Lives in Canada Rod

There’s a Fine, Fine Line Kate

ACT TWOIt Sucks to Be Me (Reprise) Princeton

There Is Life Outside Your Apartment Brian, Princeton, Christmas Eve, Gary, Nicky, Trekkie Monster, Lucy, and Company

The More You Ruv Someone Christmas Eve and Kate

Schadenfreude Gary, Nicky and Company

I Wish I Could Go Back to College Kate, Nicky and Princeton

The Money Song Nicky, Princeton, Gary, Brian, Christmas Eve and Company

School for Monsters Trekkie

The Money Song (Reprise) Nicky, Princeton, Gary, Brian, Christmas Eve and Trekkie

There’s a Fine, Fine Line (Reprise) Princeton and Kate

What Do You Do with a B.A. in English? (Reprise) Newcomer

For Now Company

ORCHESTRACONDUCTOR David Easto

KEYS Ian Stephenson

REEDS Norman Hogg

GUITAR Mike Holt

BASS Mark Greaves

DRUMS Tim Farmer

BEHINDTHE

SCENES

Director James Pugh

Musical Director David Easto

Choreographer Charlotte Middleton

Production Managers Sarah Mathias & Charlotte Middleton

Stage Manager Deb Middleton

Stage Crew Ed Hill, Wayne Cooper and Ben Adams

Wardrobe Team Sue Morgan, Vanessa Morgan, and Friends of the Society

Puppet Team Georgia Young & Clare Cleall

Make up Jan Goodwin

Hair Selina Henson

Lighting Designer/Operator Steve Rainsford

Scenery Scenic Projects

Puppet Hire Little Shop of Hires Ltd

Sound Designer/Operator Sam Burkinshaw assisted by Andrew Perry

Stage Properties Monique Watkeys & Danielle Watkeys

Dance Captain Esme Wade

Illustrations Hannah Clark

Front of House

Programme Sales Members & Friends of the Society

Friends’ Lounge Bob Harrison, Stuart Griffiths and Friends’ Representatives

Publicity & Programme Charlotte Middleton

Artwork, Printing and Banners The Benhill Press Ltd

Photographs Robert Yardley of Lichfield

For the Lichfield Garrick

Executive Director Karen Foster

General Manager Liz Porrett

Finance Manager Sam Bottrill

Finance Assistant Janet Rayson

Technical Manager Pete Orton-Brown

Front of House Manager Stacey Johnson

Head of Marketing Alex Lloyd

Deputy Head of Marketing Dan Ingleby

Box Office and Events Manager Matt Clay

Box Office & Production Supervisor/ Front of House Manager Jayne Mair

Head of Stage Peter Jacobs

Head of Lighting Anna Reddyhoff

Technician/ Acting Head of Sound Martin Pritchard

Technician Peter Jacobs

Technical Staff Mike Bevington, Paul Gilbert, Tom Breakwell, Joel Kirkpatrick, Stephen Smith-Money, Jade Kellaway, Simon Beech

Facilities Supervisor David Luke

Front of House Margaret Burns, Duty Managers Rachael Furneaux, Jayne Mair.

ABOUT NODAThe National Operatic and Dramatic Association (NODA), founded in 1899, is the leading representative body for amateur theatre in the UK. The Association has a membership of approximately 2000 amateur theatre groups and approximately 800 individual members staging musicals, operas, plays, concerts and pantomimes in a wide variety of venues ranging from the country’s leading professional theatres to village halls. Covering a broad spectrum of age ranges NODA member societies meet the needs of all levels of both performers, whether dramatic, dance or musical, and those involved backstage, front of house or in society administration.NODA aims:n To give a shared voice to amateur theatren To help societies and individuals achieve the highest

standards of best practice and performance.n To provide leadership and advice to enable amateur

theatre to tackle the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century.

www.noda.org.uk

1943 Merrie England1944 The Gondoliers1945 Iolanthe1946 The Rebel Maid1947 A Country Girl1948 The Mikado Merrie England1950 The Arcadians1951 The Gondoliers1952 The Pirates of Penzance1953 HMS Pinafore and Trial by Jury1954 Patience1955 The Mikado1956 Ruddigore1957 Iolanthe1959 The Sorcerer1960 The Pirates of Penzance1961 HMS Pinafore and Trial by Jury1962 The Gondoliers1963 Merrie England1964 The Mikado1965 The Gypsy Baron1966 The Rebel Maid1967 Ruddigore1968 The Merry Widow1969 Annie Get Your Gun1970 White Horse Inn Songs from the Shows1971 Oklahoma Our Kind of Music

1972 Brigadoon Our Kind of Music1973 Half a Sixpence Musical World1974 Count of Luxembourg Musical Times1975 Calamity Jane Musical Greats1976 Viva Mexico Music for You1977 Fiddler on the Roof British Music Makers1978 Hello Dolly Free as Air1979 My Fair Lady The Boy Friend1980 Show Boat Wedding in Paris1981 Carousel Finian’s Rainbow1982 40 Years & 50 Shows Camelot Oklahoma1983 The Card Charlie Girl1984 Sing a Song of Broadway Guys & Dolls Music for You 21985 The Most Happy Fella Pajama Game1986 Down Memory Lane The King and I Musical Express

1987 South Pacific HMS Pinafore and Trial by Jury1988 Half a Sixpence Sweet Charity1989 Die Fledermaus Annie Get Your Gun1990 Your Kind of Music Pirates of Penzance1991 Kiss me Kate Oliver1992 Gigi 50 Years on Stage1993 Fiddler on the Roof The Mikado1994 Anything Goes Meet Me in St. Louis1995 The Sound of Music The Gondoliers1996 Show Boat Broadway to Hollywood1997 Brigadoon My Fair Lady1998 Me and My Girl Calamity Jane1999 Mame The Card2000 Carousel Yeomen of the Guard2001 42nd Street Whistle Down the West End

2002 Partners in Rhyme Guys & Dolls2003 Second Star to the Right The King and I2004 Oklahoma Half a Sixpence2005 Fiddler on the Roof Crazy for You2006 Camelot Spend, Spend, Spend2007 Whistle Down the West End 2 Hot Mikado2008 South Pacific Hello Dolly2009 The Witches of Eastwick West End Story2010 Anything Goes Jekyll & Hyde2011 My Fair Lady West End Now!2012 Calamity Jane Carousel2013 The Sound of Music Whistle Down the Wind2014 The Scarlet Pimpernel Fiddler on the Roof2015 The King and I The Full Monty2016 Jesus Christ Superstar Guys & Dolls2017 Annie South Pacific

LICHFIELD OPERATIC SOCIETY PAST PRODUCTIONS

ABOUT LICHFIELD OPERATIC SOCIETY...

The present Lichfield Operatic Society began in 1942, although as long ago as 1896 as Lichfield Amateur Operatic Society. The first production of the present Society was ‘Merrie England’ in 1943, since then we have performed over 120 shows with no sign of stopping!

On 9th November 1943 the Society joined NODA from which we have been fortunate enough to win many awards including Best Amateur Musical on a number of occasions. Since autumn 2003 we have been very proud to call this excellent venue, the Lichfield Garrick, our home theatre following on from its refurbishment from the Civic Hall in 2003.

We welcome new members to both perform on stage and to work behind the scenes. If you are interested in getting involved in anyway please contact us by emailing: info @lichfieldoperatic.org.uk or via the contact us form on our website: www.lichfieldoperatic.org.uk. You can also contact us via our Facebook page! Like our page today to get all the up to date information regarding our upcoming shows. For those wanting to become a performing member we rehears Mondays and Thursdays in Lichfield and are open to adults over the age of 16.

We look forward to meeting you!

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