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August 2008

Rehearsals for 40th Anniversary Concert

Rehearsals have now begun for our November 2008, 40th Anniversary concert, West End Nights II. There is still time to get involved - please come along to a rehearsal if you would be interested in joining us for this very special concert.

July 2008

New Reviews

Please see our Press page for reviews of our latest show, 42nd Street.

June 2008

Broadway Hit for Anniversary Show

Wimborne Musical Theatre has chosen the hit Broadway show 42nd Street for its 40th anniversary production, coming to the Tivoli Theatre in Wimborne next week. It's the story of Julian Marsh, a famous director who has all but lost his shirt on his last show, hit by the Depression and changes in taste. He is about to risk everything he has on a new show Pretty Lady, and is auditioning "resting" chorus boys and girls ready for the try-outs in Atlantic City and Philadelphia. The show started its life as a novel, and was then filmed in 1933. It wasn't until 47 years later that it was revived as a stage show, and since then it has become a staple for professional and amateur productions around the English speaking world.

The Wimbonre society has brought together director Roy Joseph, MD Grahame Laurence and choreographer Suzi DeVilliers to mount this exciting and challenging show, which will be performed from Tuesday 24th to Saturday 28th June. The 33 strong cast is augmented by eight dancers, and all have been rehearsing tap since last autumn. The leading roloes are taken by Phil Evans as Julian Marsh with Heather Pretlove as the Grand Dame Dorothy Brock, Lisa Hopton as the ingenue Peggy, Jackie-Ross Lavender as the romantic hero Billy Lawlor and Sharron Pearcy as Maggie Jones. The big numbers include Shuffle off to Buffalo, We're in the Money, the title song and the immortal Lullaby of Broadway. The WMT production of 42nd Street is on at the Tivoli from Tuesday 24th to Saturday 28th June, nightly at 7.30 with a 2.30 Saturday Matinee.

(Stour and Avon Magazine, 20th June 2008)

January 2008

Rehearsals for Anniversary Show

Wimborne Musical Theatre begin rehearsals for their 40th anniversary production, 42nd Street, at Merley Community Centre on Thursday.

Anyone who'd like to take part in what the company describe as a lavish new version of one of the best-loved musicals is invited to put in an appearance.

"We are always looking for talented singers, actors and dancers to join our already experienced company and if you'd prefer to take part backstage we'd love to see you too!" says company member Stacey Mitchell.

All adult performers are welcome, particularly those with experience of basic tap dancing. For more information call 01202 659425.

42nd Street will be performed from Tuesday June 24, to Saturday 28, at the Tivoli Theatre, Wimborne. Tickets will be on sale soon.

Bournemouth Echo, 8th January 2008

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