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NODA Report on 'Death Walked In' - Spring 2008

The report by Mrs Pam Booth in the latest edition of 'Scratchings' is as follows:

A well constructed set, with good props, beautifully portrayed the inside of a country hotel. This was a wordy play but the cast , especially the ladies, managed to get the most out of the lib and kept the interest of the audience. It was good to see yet another new face in the Society and one worth hanging on to. There was good interaction between the two sisters and a good contrast in their characters. Sadly, after all the intrigue the ending was very predictable.

Thank you Garforth for your warm welcome. I look forward to my next visit in the autumn.

May we remind all Members that the Annual subscription of £15 is now due, and unless it is paid a member will not be covered by the Society's Insurance, and may not take
part in any production.

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'It's Never Too Late'
November 2008
By Martyn Drake

I hope the audiences enjoyed watching our most recent production as much as we enjoyed rehearsing and presenting it, although I must say, I still haven't been able to force myself to face another quiche . . . . .

I didn't recognise the potential of this play when we initially read it, but then again I never do. The rehearsals started very well, and I would like to think under Pam's guidance, the momentum was kept going
all the way through to the last night.

Although the nature of the audiences seemed to vary from night to night, I think a common denominator was that the situation and the characters struck a chord with most people, murmurs of recognition arose on the delivery of certain lines on more than one occasion.

The aerobics and the dance sequences were vital to the success of the play and although fun, were hard work to perfect. Their execution by Anita, Lorraine and Mike is to be congratulated. Less physically demanding, but just as much fun, I did enjoy the opportunity to wave ladies frilly lingerie around the stage. This was always guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser and certainly didn't disappoint.

It was a welcome return to comedy after a couple of intense productions, and the next one promises to be every bit as enjoyable

Spring Production
April 2009
'My Friend Miss Flint'
A comedy by Donald Churchill & Peter Yeldham
Directed by Anita Rushforth

Twenty Members came to the auditions which were held in December at The Miners' Welfare Hall. It was very encouraging to see several new members present and the following cast was selected:

Tom Lambert Mike Baker
Lucy Melanie Hill
Albert Mike Osborne
Sarah Carole Hurst
Mr Dodds Danny Martin
C.P. Lens Erica Nicholls
. . . . . .

For this production we have a new Director—Anita Rushforth who is usually found at the other side of the footlights, so this is a new venture for her and we wish her the best of luck.

The play centres around the main character of Tom Lambert, a botanist and TV gardening personality, who is under investigation by the Inland Revenue. His accountant, who happens to be his ex-wife, has invented an imaginary employee for him and the play revolves round their antics to prevent a Tax fraud, ably abetted by Albert, the daily cleaner and confidence trickster and two tax inspectors.
The result is a very funny and sparkling comedy.

New Members

Three new members have recently joined us, Melanie Hill, Kim Howard and Jenny Nash and who are all involved in some way or other with the next play.
The Society also would like to welcome the return of Mike Osborne, who will be taking a part in the spring production.

At the time of going to press and due to a cancellation, there are two places available for the Annual Dinner and two spare seats on the Mini Bus. The cost is £24.50 + bus fare.
If you would like to take advantage of these, please contact Pat ASAP on: 0113 2862491

Quiz Night

This popular social event will take place on Friday 6th March in the Trench Room at The Miners' Welfare Hall, Garforth starting at 7.30pm, The cost will be £4.00 to include nibbles, but please bring your own drinks.
This is an event when you are welcome to bring along friends to have a budding team of Eggheads to apmake up your team, so ask around and maybe we will ply to the BBC. Please let Pam (0113 2864367) know in good time how many will be coming.


Theatre Visit

After the success of our last visit to The Grand Theatre, the Committee are organising a visit to the West Yorkshire Playhouse to see 'When We Are Married' by J. B. Priestley—a play that GADS has done several times.
This will be on Wednesday 15th April at 7,30pm at an approximate cost of £15.00 per ticket. Transport at an additional cost will be arranged if necessary.
If you are interested and would like to go to this performance, please contact Janet Gisburn on 0113 2866358 before 10th February

Dates for Your Diary

Tuesday 13th January 2009
Rehearsals start for 'My Friend Miss Flint' at The Miners' Welfare Hall
Tuesdays: 7pm—9pm
Thursdays: 7.30pm—9.30pm
All are welcome to visit and see the progress of the play!

Friday 30th January 2009
The Annual Dinner
at The Milford Hotel. 7.15pm for 7.45pm
The Mini Bus leaves The Barleyhill Road Car Park at 7.00
Please pay your fare on the bus.
Payment for the meal etc to Pat Toes by Friday January 24th

Friday March 6th
Quiz Night
At The Miners' Welfare Hall
at 7.30pm. Cost—£4.00pp
Friends may be invited.
Please contact Pam before 6th March on:
0113 2864367 if you are coming..

Saturday 14th March
The Spring Jumble Sale
at The Miners' Welfare Hall.
Doors open at 10am.
Helpers and goods needed from 9am!

The Spring Production
'My Friend Miss Flint'
Sunday 22nd and Sunday 29th March
Set Construction. Help needed.
Wednesday 1st to Saturday 4th April
Performances at 7.30 each night
Sunday 6th April
Set Breakdown. Help needed.

Wednesday 15th April
'When We Are Married'
by J. B. Priestley at The West Yorkshire Playhouse

Monday 20th April
Annual General Meeting
The Gaping Goose, Selby Road at 7.30pm
Any amendments to the rules should be submitted to the Acting Secretary—Lorraine—14 days before the meeting.


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