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Do you fancy a night of rock and roll?

This November, not only are Aldridge Musical Theatre Company (AMCS) back, they’re on home ground. Smokey Joe’s Café is being staged at the Aldridge Youth Theatre, Wednesday 8 to Saturday 11 November (1930 Start).

Smokey Joe’s Café – Aldridge Youth Theatre – 8 to 11 November 2017

After the success of their anniversary show, Fabulous at 50, AMCS are embarking on a different type of review show showcasing the works of legendary duo, Lieber and Stoller. Famous for hits by artists including, Elvis, The Coasters, The Drifters and Ben E King, Lieber and Stoller’s music epitomise all that is fifties.

In the Neighbourhood, Poison Ivy, On Broadway, Saved, Baby This is Rock and Roll, Yakety Yak, Hound Dog, Kansas City, I Who Have Nothing and Stand By Me. These are just a handful of tunes to expect in a vibrant show with great voices and dance.

Direction for Smokey Joe’s is in the safe hands of Julie Lamb with choreography by Sarah Hemming and musical direction from Mark Bayliss.

AMCS currently has a core of 30 members and are always on the lookout for more of all ages. Rehearsing in Aldridge every Wednesday, the society, in addition to two shows a year, also perform for charity functions and care homes.

Smokey Joe’s Café – Aldridge Youth Theatre – 8 to 11 November 2017

Tickets available from AMCS on 01543 480626.

Adults £12. Concession £10 and Under 16s £8.

Cheers.

 

Antony N Britt.

This May, Aldridge Musical Comedy Society (AMCS) make a welcome return to the Prince of Wales Theatre, Cannock for a magnificent celebration of fifty years as a society. The show is Fabulous at 50 and never has a title been so apt. Last year, AMCS put on two well-received productions of the highest standard in Thoroughly Modern Millie and Once Upon a Time. You can expect Fabulous at 50 to be no different.

Aldridge Musical Comedy Society (AMCS) Fabulous at 50 – Prince of Wales Theatre, Cannock – 18 to 20 May 2017

Great voices, breathtaking dance and good humour, Fabulous at 50 features numbers from Les Misérables, Oklahoma, All Shook Up, Oliver, Rent and many more. Direction for Fabulous at 50 is in the safe hands of Julie Lamb with choreography by Sarah Hemming and musical direction – Mark Bayliss. Julie, who is also chairperson of the society, spoke about the show, “I’m so proud to be celebrating the 50th anniversary of AMCS and feel very honoured to be directing such a talented group of people on this special occasion.”

Making a return to the stage is society president, Paula Garratt, who appeared in AMCS’ first ever production – Calamity Jane. “When I started with AMCS 50 years ago,” Paula said, “I never thought I would be lucky enough to join this great company on stage in celebration of those 50 years. I am very proud of everyone associated with the society.”

AMCS currently has a core of 30 members and are always on the lookout for more of all ages. Rehearsing in Aldridge every Wednesday, the society, in addition to two shows a year, also perform for charity functions and care homes.

Aldridge Musical Comedy Society (AMCS) Fabulous at 50 – Prince of Wales Theatre, Cannock – 18 to 20 May 2017 © Antony N Britt 2017

And the shows continue. With Smokey Joe’s Café (Nov 2017) and West Side Story (May 2018) already confirmed, the next fifty years is underway. But not until this current celebration is complete and from experience, AMCS guarantee the 50th anniversary show will be nothing less than Fabulous.

Fabulous at 50 is on 18 to 20 May 2017 (1930 start). Prince of Wales Theatre, Cannock.

Tickets available from AMCS (01543 480626) or Box Office (01543 578762).

Adults £12. Concession £10 and Under 16s £8.

Aldridge Musical Comedy Society (AMCS) Fabulous at 50 – Prince of Wales Theatre, Cannock – 18 to 20 May 2017

Cheers.

Antony N Britt

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