"Daisy Pulls It Off" by Denise Deegan (4-7 Oct 2023)

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As soon as I read Daisy Pulls It Off, I felt fairly certain it was a good choice for St Michael’s Players; I suspected that a large number of the acting members would jump at the chance to wear gymslips and act like teenagers. And so it has proved. Indeed, one person’s enthusiasm for donning women’s clothing has been revelatory. 

The list of people to thank is much too long for this missive, but I will mention that this is essentially Bryony Wilman’s production, as it wouldn’t have happened without her experience, patience, hard work and handiwork.  I’d like to highlight the contribution of Sue Shorter, who was a marvellous Mademoiselle until a nasty accident dispatched her to the San.  

Kudos and boundless respect go to Sue and Christine, St Michael’s Players’ indefatigable and unflappable house elves. Also special thanks to Rachel for gallantly taking the reins whenever necessary and Arabella, who conducted (see what I did there….) the train design activities. And of course, we are all grateful for the sacrifice made by Luna, Harry and Aaron in lending us our very own Daisy.

Our offering is intended primarily to entertain, and we hope that you’ll enjoy joining us in Daisy’s Upper Fourth adventures. But there’s a serious theme here too. We have a collective responsibility to help those around us reach their full potential. So, when we wake up tomorrow, let’s resolve to see the good in the people we meet, even prickly pears. And let’s remember to …. play hard, play up and play the game! 

Reviews
"A fast-paced play full of laugh-out-loud fun - it was a great night out" Louise M

"Amazing production! Loved the whole crew & cast." From Miranda S

"Can’t overstate how brilliant you were yesterday. Really enjoyed it. What a riot! It’s v well cast. Please pass on the compliments. It was terrific!" Sarah W.

“ Another brilliant production from St Michael's Players, which almost defies description…. hilarious, gripping, stunning performances from every single player with superb characterisation and reactions… my face and ribs ache from laughing! And for St Michael's Players regular fans, friends and family, such a joy and ongoing wonder to see the immense versatility shown in each new production… as well as ingenuity with props, scenery, lighting and sound! A total joy… thank you! And so glad the simmering Gallic charms of the winsome Mademoiselle caused such a riot!”  Sue S

Uniformly good in all departments. Cast, casting, use of the stage and 'theatrical effects' and some clearly confident directing.  Loved it.  You ALL pulled it off!!" James H-S

"That was brilliant fun - well done.  We all loved it! " Diane S

"A really delightful production. It was funny, pacy and so well acted by everyone. Neil has done a brilliant job of directing this. Well done, everyone." Paul S.

"Well done everyone - a most enjoyable evening! The show is riotously funny and you all did a terrific job, spiffing actually!! Enjoy tomorrow and the end of this fabulous production! If you haven’t seen it and are free, do go… you won’t be disappointed." Teena H.

Really good fun - topping - Jubilate!  Allison DF

“It’s better than the West End.” 

"That performance has made such an impression on me that when I have a moment of feeling 'blah' I'll just retrieve it in my memory  - it won't fail to cheer 😃" Cheryl P

"I hope you are still on cloud 9 after the last few days! Enjoyed it so much - the whole ensemble were fab ! Great timing and hockeyography!  You were absolutely amazing- felt quite emotional watching you up there !! What a star!" Penny S

"Just to say how much I enjoyed the play. You were fantastic! Totally nailed the part - I am in awe! The whole production was brilliant and very entertaining, laugh out loud funny. I hope you enjoyed your last performance and have got your feet up today. Xxx" Maggie T

"Cast & production were fabulous - great afternoon out" Kiran S

"Spiffing evening, really enjoyed it" Claire D

"Stunning performance, very entertaining" Helen J

"Well done for an amazing performance this evening! We really enjoyed the show. It was so much fun"  Anna H

​"Absolutely fantastic!  Congrats. What a great performance by everyone, we all thoroughly enjoyed and laughed….! " Caron B

"Daisy Pulls it Off was brilliant"  Andrea W

"A wonderful production. Outstanding cast, excellent directing, particularly loved the hockey scene" Annie B 

"Congratulations to Neil for directing an absolutely hysterical play. So very very funny possibly more funny, having ladies of a certain age playing teenage girls. It was super fast paced and wonderfully presented. And absolutely pisstakingly funny language." Tony T

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Programme
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Cast

​Upper 4th
Daisy Meredith (Stefanie Stretton)
Trixie Martin (Vicki Belcher)
Sybil Burlington (Arabella Harcourt-Cooze)
Monica Smithers (Ann Forshaw)
Belinda Mathieson (Imogen Measday)
Dora Johnston (Kay Porter)
 
Upper 6th / Second Form
Claire Beaumont (Elizabeth Ollier)
Alice Fitzpatrick (Jo Harry)
Winnie Irving (Sue Darrieulat)
 
Staff / Adults
Miss Gibson (Tessa Dunn)
Miss Granville / Mademoiselle (David Burles)
Mr Thompson (Neil Clarke)
Mr Scoblowski (Gareth Sammer)
Mother (Bryony Wilman)
Postman (Chris Jones)

Crew

Director (Neil Dickins)
Assistant Director (Rachel Fay)
Stage Management (Bryony Wilman, Janet Johnson)
Sound and Lighting (Ian Trowbridge)
Set (Amelia Barker, Gemma Harris)
Costumes (Bryony Wilman and the Cast)
Props (Susan Johnson, Christine Lee)
Publicity (Tessa Dunn)
Front of House (Members & Friends of St Michael's Players)