Our play for 2011 - Oh What a Lovely War - was set over three decades: 1940 - 1960's. It indeed was to be a challenge with the cast doubling up with quick chages from military roles to civvy street.

From previous plays over the preceeding 12 seasons some of the highlights were used again and it was hoped not overdone! The audiences trive on nostalgia and we were packed out to the maximum at the Appledore Community Hall on Sept 22nd and 29th.

It's always difficult to single out individuals but credit must go to all on stage and behind te sets. Perhaps to say the introduction of young 13 year old Jack Glasspool and fifiteen year old Cara Nichols, a quality singer, were a bit special. It was a second year for Veronique and she could be off to university if all goes well, she has a great deal of experience for her CV and we wish her well.

Newcomer Maggi Mulray deserves a special mention as does Celia Budge and Linda Smith. Their German was excellent!

Photos of the production are here...

A new play for 2012 is being penned at this moment - The Girls of Blossom Hill.. Watch this space!

Tom Waters
December 2011