FERNEHAM HALL, FAREHAM

OCTOBER 27th, 28th , 29th, 2011

CAST OF CHARACTERS

Ren McCormick ............................ Chris Hutton
Willard Hewitt ............................... Matt Fisher
Ethel McCormick ......................... Katie Winters
Reverend Shaw Moore ................Matthew Jarvis
Vi Moore ................................... Gilly Williams
Ariel Moore .................................... Ellie Jones
Lulu Warnicker ............................ Megan Healy
Wes Warnicker .......................... Edward House
Coach Roger Dunbar ...................... Josh Dennis
Eleanor Dunbar ............... Emily Collins Wingate
Rusty ....................................... Connie Powell
Urleen ...................................... Jessica Manns
Wendy Jo .............................. Phoebe Saunders
Chuck Cranston ............................. Luke Collins
Lyle .......................................... Michael Geary
Travis .................................... Connor Whatling
A Cop ....................................... Bayley Heydon
Betty Blast ............................... Faye Carpenter
Principal Harry Clark .......................Josef Gorecki
Jeter...............................................Tim Brooks
Bickle ........................................... Georgie Cox
Garvin ................................... Dominic Charman
Cowboy Bob ........................... Declan O’Driscoll*
Cowgirl ....................................... Chloe Harvey
The Band ... Michael Geary, Dominic Charman,
................. Tim Brooks

*On October 28th, the singing role of Cowboy Bob
was played by Bayley Heydon.
The speaking role was played by Michael Geary.

The Chorus

Holly Austin, Tia Davis Way, Zoe Elliott,
Ross Elson, Jonah Ford, Tayah Fradley-Robinson,
Sachin Janagal, Millie Jeram,
Gilena Dime Longno, Gilna Dime Longo,
Declan-Dali Murphy, Macy Newman,
Christhian Nunez, Amy Pimlott, Sian Samways,
Katie Steel, Lysette Stubbs, Lily Wardale,
Toby Wardale, Doreen White.

REVIEW: Footloose, Stage One, Ferneham Hall, Fareham
Tuesday 1st November 2011
By Karen Robson

In the small town of Bomont dancing has become outlawed, a state of affairs big city transplant Ren McCormack sets out to overturn.

Chris Hutton brought a looselimbed charm and a
glimmer of the character’s vulnerability to the role of the can’t keep still Ren.

Ellie Jones has good stage presence and used her beautiful big singing voice to great effect as the rebellious preacher’s daughter Ariel. There was sterling support, in particular from Matt Fisher (Willard) and Connie Powell (Rusty) who made an entertaining and engaging duo.
Matt Jarvis (Reverend Moore) and Gilly Williams (Mrs Moore) brought gravitas to their roles and were extremely touching in their reconciliation scenes.

Although pacing was sometimes impeded by constant scene changes, the production had flair and built up to an exhilarating climax. The set was impressive and the use of lighting well done. This was a lively, enjoyable experience.

You did it again! Such exuberant enthusiasm harnessed to give a really exciting show. Everyone gave 110%.

Jenny, Jean, Sheila and Rosemary thoughly enjoyed it. Fascinated by the 'crafty' scene shifting - bits sliding in and out, the dancing - dare we say especially the atheltic lads - and colour. The "adults" so well made up - no harsh lines - and the unrestrained singing. You certainly catered for every age.

Well done to you all for last night's performance! I really enjoyed the whole production, and to have a sell out - wow, excellent! There were some brilliant characters, but a special mention has to go to Ariel and Vi - excellent performances. And also - Reverend - look after that wonderful voice of yours - what a beautiful tone! Thanks everybody for a good night out. Rosie Duffin on Facebook.