"Cinderella" by Ben Crocker (10-14 Dec 2024)

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The last show I directed for St Michael’s Players wasn’t truly ‘mine’ - it belonged to the late, great Bryony Wilman. This show belongs to a triumvirate:
- First and foremost is Tessa, whose insight, energy, commitment and organisational skills have been awe-inspiring. 
- Next is Cecilia, whose creative genius took the already excellent script to a whole new level.
- Then there’s Nick, who never missed a beat while guiding the band and cast to new musical heights.
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Vicki and Susan completed my dream team, their sourcing and creation of costumes and props went far beyond anything that I could have wished for. To crown it all (pun intended) I was blessed with a truly wonderful cast, whose enthusiasm, talent and dedication brought the production to life. I’d particularly like to thank new members whose arrival at the auditions was like a gift from above. And, finally, a big thank you goes to you, our wonderful audience. Now, please sit back, enjoy the show - and sing along!

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What they said
“The show was a triumph and very funny - especially the Fairy Godfather and the ugly stepsisters - but Buttons was my fave!” Margaret W

​“Well, thank YOU! We had such a great evening - the show is just the right mix of tender, sinister and extremely funny! A joy!” Cherry R

"Well done everybody, you were friggin' amazing! For a first night too.  The cast was so talented with amazing dancers, actors and singers. Loved the costumes too. Merry Christmas everyone." Anny H

"The whole gang had a marvellous time. It was a brilliant show, I loved the energy and everyone sang so well, in addition to the acting and being on top of their lines. Clearly they have all read and digested your little booklet" Katrina D

“We so enjoyed last night’s show. I am still giggling. All our thanks to you and the cast.” Manon D

“Well, that was maybe the best ever show I’ve seen the players do. You were marvellous. And the whole cast was really strong. And what excellent writing! I had to squeeze it in and might easily have missed it. So glad we didn’t.” Shelagh A

"wow wow wow it was fab-u-lous congratulations to everyone involved. Just loved it, it was so joyous 🥰 xxx" Cressida S

"Amazing show last night - loved every minute. Slick stage management and superb sound and lights. The costumes were quite stunning. The band was really tight and some of the musical arrangements were very ambitious but delivered with panache. Very strong performances from all the principals, whilst the chorus were sooo great nailing the songs and dancing with huge smiles. A total Joy!! 👏" Alastair D

“The panto was fab, a treat - well done everyone, superb performances…and all the hard work behind the scenes and back stage bringing all the magic together! ✨I loved it! Congratulations Neil, a fantastic show, no looking back now!  Enjoy the rest of the run!!” Teena H

“I definitely want a Princess Crystal outfit! Production was fab, v well paced and got us all in the Christmas spirit.” Kiran S

“Amazing costumes and such a fabulous show. Laugh out loud fun and am definitely feeling the Christmas mood now!” Maggie T

"What a fun evening.”Vicky T

“A real treat.” Angela M
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“Great show! Wildly enthusiastic audience. Cinderella very pretty and good stage presence. Great idea Godfather. Loved your (Dandini) wig and costume.“ Richard C 

"Thanks very much for another fantastic panto yesterday evening!" Helen M

"Please pass on my congratulations to the whole cast and crew on a brilliant Panto. Very clever plot with fairy godfather. Well done everyone." Pennie B

Programme
2024_cinderella_programme.pdf
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Cast

Fay (Sue Darrieulat)
Godfather (Al Griffith)
Fairy Godmother (Tessa Dunn)
Dandini (Paul Smith)
Prince Charming (Alice Suppiah)
Buttons (Alice Klapwyk)
Baron Hardup (Guy Fairbank)
Dumpling (Rosie Copping, Jo Harry)
Lady Devilia Hardup (Elizabeth Ollier)
Cinders (Bryony Parker)
Snitch (Arabella Harcourt-Cooze)
Snatch (Christine Lee)
Cheryl (Tony Traxler)
Beryl (David Burles)
Major Domo (Oscar Fieldman)
Chorus (Mo Al-Rawi, Cecilia Coleshaw, Rachel Fay, Ann Forshaw, Rosie Copping, Annie Hayes-Allan, Chris Jones, Imogen Measday, Jo Harry, Alicia Sammer)

Band

​Musical Director, Keyboards (Nick Lawrence)
Guitar (Utku Er)
Bass (Ken Blecher)
Drums (Austin Choudhrey)
Percussion (Sue Shorter)

Crew

Director (Neil Dickins)
Producer and Publicity (Tessa Dunn)
Editor and Additional Writing (Cecilia Coleshaw)
Stage Management (Susan Johnson, Marcella Meneses Richardson)
Lighting and Sound (Andy Rooney, Gareth Sammer)
Choreography  (Jelena Bubon, Rosie Copping, Anny Hooker)
Set (Holly Tisson, Alicia Sammer. Arabella Harcourt-Cooze, Tessa Dunn)
Costumes and Props (Vicki Belcher, Susan Johnson, Cecilia Coleshaw, Pennie Bayliss, Marcella Meneses Richardson, Alison Du Cane, Imogen Measday, Lilou Schneekloth-Goldberg)
Make Up and Hair (Teena Heer and the Cast)
Curtain (Kay Porter)
Front of House (Members & Friends of St Michael's Players)