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Transcribed and presented by Greville Watson, 2018
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Rushden Operatic Society
'Carousel' - 1985
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RUSHDEN AMATEUR OPERATIC SOCIETY
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CAROUSEL
(By arrangement with Chappell Music Ltd.)
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Music by RICHARD RODGERS
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Book and Lyrics by OSCAR HAMMERSTEIN, 2nd
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based on Ferenc Molnar's "Liliom"
As adapted by Benjamin F. Glaser
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PRODUCTION BY DOROTHY CLARK
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Musical Director PAULINE LONGLAND
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Ballet Mistress SALLY JONES
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THE RITZ
RUSHDEN
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October 29th, 30th, 31st
November 5th, 6th, 7th
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Nightly 7.30 p.m. |
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Saturday Matinee
November 3rd 2.30 p.m. |
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| The Story of 'Carousel' |
1893 A.D., a carousel in a New England amusement park turns to the music of the "Carousel Waltz". Park owner Mrs Mullin glares at her rough, tough "barker", Billy Bigelow, who is making up to Julie a local millgirl who is at the park with her friend Carrie. Although Mullin grows by the second, the only sound is that of the carousel music as the scene is in mime.
Mrs Mullin's tongue lashes Julie and Carrie as they leave the park, and when Billy, in his rough fashion defends them - she fires him! Julie comforts him and loves him but when mill owner Bascombe sees her with Billy, she too is fired!!
Despite their ill-fortune, the lovebirds marry and set up home with Julie's cousin Nettie Fowler, but Billy sinks lower and lower, physically abusing Julie on his way down. He takes up with a thieving sailor, Jigger Craigin, who asks him to help him rob Mr Bascombe, Billy resists until Julie tells him she is pregnant, then, wanting the best for his child, he agrees.
Jigger and Billy bungle the robbery. Jigger runs away but Billy knowing he has brought shame and sorrow to Julie and his unborn child, stabs himself to death. Dying, he is visited by a mysterious stranger, visible only to Billy, who takes him to "live" among the starkeepers for all eternity.
However, we are privileged to see this is not the end for Billy, who not only gets to see and hear his lovely daughter from "up there" but is granted visiting privileges during which he learns the words of a life-saving song - "You'll Never Walk Alone." |
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| President's Message |
Rushden Operatic Society's success over the years has been due not only to the talent and enthusiasm of its members, but also to the efficiency and commitment of its officials.
The A.G.M. in September saw a change of Chairman and Secretary. I am pleased therefore of having this opportunity of "publically" thanking Mike Neville for his sterling leadership as Chairman for the past 4 years and John Jones, a most efficient and painstaking Secretary for many years.
How fortunate the Society is in having such excellent replacements in Chairman, Keith Green and Secretary Pam Trainor.
To you all - welcome to "Carousel" - your support is great encouragement to the new officials and indeed to all members of Rushden Amateur Operatic Society.
Thank you most sincerely
Bert Catlin
President |
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| Chairman's Message |
Firstly may I say with all sincerity, the honour I feel being elected Chairman of the Rushden Amateur Operatic Society.
On behalf of the Committee, I extend a very warm welcome to you, to 'Carousel' - our first major Autumn Production since the society performed 'The Sound of Music' in 1970.
My predecessor - Mike Neville - said in his speech before the final curtain of 'Hello Dolly' - 'Carousel' was to be our Spring Production for 1985. After much thought, it was decided to move the Society's major production to the Autumn.
Singing rehearsals have taken place during the summer under the direction of Pauline Longland, our Musical Director.
The cast have enjoyed working with our professional Producer, Dorothy Clark, and trust she has enjoyed her visit to Rushden.
Sally Jones returns to us as Ballet Mistress - a position she held in 1982 for our production of 'Fiddler On The Roof'.
There are many familiar faces in our cast. It is a great delight to see Angela Newcombe back to play 'Julie Jordan', and Jonathan Reynolds as 'Billy Bigelow'. Jonathan, a newcomer to the Society and Finedon Pantomime Society.
Julie Wilbur plays 'Carrie' opposite myself as 'Mr. Snow'. 'Nettie Fowler' by Muriel and 'Mrs. Mullin' by our good friend Pauline Wildman.
With all these ingredients, I'm sure you will have an enjoyable evening.
Thank you for your continued support and hope to see you again in 1985.
Keith Green
Chairman |
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The Orchestra
Under the direction of Pauline Longland |
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Pauline Longland
our Musical Director |
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Violins
Cello
Clarinet
Flute/Piccolo
Trumpet
Trombone
Bass
Percussion
Piano |
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Tony Tomalin (Leader)
Richard Andrews
Richard Wright
Penny Driver
David Garland
David Gomm
Tom Preston
Ernie Allen
Reg Ruff
Margaret Neal |
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Dancers
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Kathy Boddington
Carol Gray
Gail Holland
Margaret Hunter |
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Yvette Mason
Wendy Smith
Sandra Stewart
Wendy Stott |
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TIME: 1873-1888
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Prelude
An Amusement Park on the New England Coast, May.
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ACT ONE
Prelude
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Scene I
Scene II |
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A tree-lined path along the shore.
A few minutes later.
Nettie Fowler's Spa on the ocean front, June. |
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ACT TWO
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Scene I
Scene II
Scene III
Scene IV
Scene V
Scene VI |
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On an island across the bay. That night.
Mainland waterfront. An hour later.
Up there.
Down here. On a beach. Fifteen years later.
Outside Julie's cottage.
Outside a schoolhouse. Same day. |
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The Cast
(in order of appearance) |
Carrie Pipperidge
Julie Jordan
Mrs. Mullin
Billy Bigelow
David Bascombe
Nettie Fowler
Enoch Snow
Jigger Craigin
Hannah
Heavenly Friend
- (Brother Joshua)
Starkeeper
Louise
Enoch Snow Jr
Dr. Seldon |
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Julie Wilbur
Angela Newcombe
Pauline Wildman
Jonathan Reynolds
Michael Tye
Muriel Wallis
Keith Green
Philip Hanzlik
Yevette Mason
Simon Baker
Mike Neville
Gail Holland
Andrew Billington
Mike Neville |
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Musical Numbers
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ACT ONE
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"The Carousel Waltz"
"Mister Snow"
"If I Loved You"
"June is Bustin' Out All Over"
"Mr. Snow - Reprise"
"When the Children are Asleep"
"Blow High, Blow Low"
"Hornpipe"
"Soliloquy"
Finale Act 1 |
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Julie & Carrie
Billy & Julie
Nettie, Carrie & Chorus
Carrie, Girls & Mr. Snow
Carrie & Mr. Snow
Jigger, Billy & Chorus
Dancers & Chorus
Billy
Nettie, Billy, Jigger, Julie & Chorus |
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ACT TWO
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"A Real Nice Clambake"
"Geraniums in the Winder" &
Stonecutters cut it on Stone"
"What's the use of Wond'rin"
"You'll Never Walk Alone"
"Ballet"
"If I Loved You" Reprise
"You'll Never Walk Alone" Finale |
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Entire Company
Mr. Snow, Jigger & Chorus
Julie & Girls
Julie & Nettie
Louise & Dancers
Billy
Entire Company |
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Performances 29th & 31st Oct., 5th & 7th Nov.
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Performances 30th Oct., 3rd & 6th Nov.
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Chorus of Townspeople
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Diane Bailey
Simon Baker
Gillian Bateman
Andrew Billington
Pam Bird
Mary Boyfield
Christine Carter
Josephine Green
Nicola Hales
Kingsley Hall
Connie Holt
Paul Longland
Carol Maddams
Angela Mander |
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Andrew Munro
Mike Neville
Molly Page
Douglas Pateman
John Pentelow
Mary Quartermain
Don Sanders
Pam Smart
Ron Swanell
Pam Trainor
Michael Tye
Graham Ward
Darren Woodiwiss
Hazel Wright |
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Snow Children
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Performances
29th & 31st October
5th & 7th November
Richard Green
Timothy Green
Peter Ludlum
Amanda Pentelow
Samantha Pentelow
Nicola Sanderson
Janine Ward
Joanne Whitney |
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Performances
30th October
3rd & 6th November
Haley Bird
James Blumire
Claire Curtis
Jackie Fussil
Kathryn Pollard
Nicola Sanderson
Kylie Tew
Owen Trainor |
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| Our Producer - Dorothy Clark |
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Our Producer – Dorothy Clark started her stage experience at the age of five, and has led a very varied and active life connected with the stage.
She has taken leading roles in Musicals and Plays with Societies in North London and the Home Counties.
Dorothy has sung professionally in the London area and also for the B.B.C.
For a number of years, she managed a Theatre School, which involved writing, producing and Stage Managing many shows. In her spare time – which must have been difficult to find – managed a Folk Group and taught Drama in County Youth Clubs.
Her aim is for a very high standard, not only from herself, but also from those taking part in her productions. Her philosophy being that in ‘The Old Days’ amateurs could ‘Get away with it’ but not today, when the public has to pay high prices for seats. They deserve the best it is possible to give with the resources and material available.
Being an approved N.O.D.A. Producer, Dorothy’s talents are in great demand all over the country.
‘Carousel’ is one of her favourite Musicals and has enjoyed working with the cast of Rushden Amateur Operatic Society. |
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| Stage Staff |
Stage Manager - Len Gomm
Assistant Stage Manager - Chris James
Wardrobe:- Mistress - Ena Carpenter
Phillis Bryant, Sandy East, Lisa Pettit, Rene Welsford,
Angela Tobin. Rose Drage, Marie Grimmett, Marion
Walker, Ann Wilmer.
Stage Crew - Brian Bateman, David Coleman, Brian
Christie, Tony Dale, Meff Davies, Merv Goddard, Jerry
Groom, Les King, Niel King, Tony Leonard, Gordon
Pateman, Chris Ruff, Dick Sanders, Ken Smith, Chris
Thorburn.
Lighting - Chief Electrician: Arthur Holloman, assisted by:-
Janet Holloman, Deborah Holloman, Natalie Holloman,
Justin Joyce, Alan Mayes, Randolph Paul, Christina King.
Properties: John Neil assisted by:
Len Berrill, Miriam Joyce, Nicolette James.
Call Boy - Clair O'Brien.
Prompt - Peggy Coles
Tab Girl - Susan Smith.
Make Up Artists - Clive Durrant and Kaye Rawlins.
Costumes - Hills of Hinckley.
Scenery - James Fredericks, Western-Super-Mare. |
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| Acknowledgements |
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The Committee and members of the Society wish to offer their very sincere thanks to the following whose assistance and co-operation have made this production possible.
The President and Vice-Presidents for their continued support.
The Hamlyn group for meetings and Rehearsal facilities, Rushden W.M. Club, and the Rose & Crown.
The Headmaster of Alfred Street School and the Caretakers.
Programme written and compiled by Mary Boyfield.
Peter Dawes printers, Kettering, for their great assistance in producing this programme.
The Northamptonshire Evening Telegraph to Doug Millhouse for publicity photographs.
Mr. and Mrs. Nigel Turner of ‘Turners Musical Merry-Go-Round’ for use of their Carousel for publicity photographs.
All those who have allowed us to display advertising material.
The Traders who have taken advertising space of donated pages in this programme.
Anglia and Gateway Building Societies, Woodfine & Co., King Kuts and Potters Insurance for publicity displays.
Mr. L. Munton for model Carousel and Fairground display.
Alpha Mu Products for use of Public Address Equipment.
The Stewarts, Programme and Prize Draw ticket sellers.
Box Office Assistants.
The Nursing Sisters and St John Ambulance for attendance at the Theatre.
All parties supporting us from various organisations.
R.A.T.S. for use of scenery workshop.
Whitworth Holdings for Scenery transport.
L. W. Whitehead, Irchester, for loan of properties.
Ritz, Rushden Management and Staff.
To all who have assisted the Society in presenting “Carousel” whether or not mentioned in the programme, we say a special “THANK YOU”.
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