PLEASE NOTEFLASHING LIGHTS AND SMOKE EFFECTS WILL BE USEDDURING THIS PERFORMANCE

Act One Productions Committee

Chairman ....................................... Nick JohnsonVice-Chairman................................. Mary NewtonTreasurer ..................................... Ross BoardmanSecretary ......................................... Jo Johnson

Foreword

Welcome once again to the Little Theatre for this evenings galaperformance of Variety Showtime 2007.

We are proud to present our regular line-up of new and familiarfaces who will grace this stage with their talent. We know youwill enjoy this year’s show as much as the last fourteen we haveproduced in this theatre.

Every year we want to make our Variety Show better than thelast, and every year we manage to showcase some of the fantastictalent in Wirral. It has always been difficult when there is somuch choice.

A big thank you as always to all those who work behind thescenes. Without their support and enthuisasm this show wouldbe not be possible.

We would also like to take this opportunity to thank you, ouraudience for your continued support. It justifies our presenceand drives us in our quest to continue to produce quality,affordable family entertainment.

Relax and enjoy Variety Showtime 2007. ‘A Wealth Of WirralTalent’

For further information about our productions visit our website:actoneproductions.co.uk & actoneproductions.eu

Nick Johnson & Mary Newton (Producers) April 2007

We Would Like To Thank The Following:

Our regular Compere, Big Dave Langton

Act One Productions Committee & Members

The Little Theatre Staff

Sandra & Staff at Hardings Tours for selling tickets.

Emma Newton and all from Danza School of Dance

Olive and the congregation from Brougham Road URC forrehearsal facilities.

Jayne & Sarah Parsons our resident Choreographers

Gary Parsons, Steve Jones (Video Recording)

Karen O’Connor (Refreshments)

Simon Cole (Lighting) Paul Burns (Stage Management)

& Daniel Veste (Courtesy backSTAGE Theatre Supplies Ltd)

Harry Fung (Sound)

Anthony J Smythe (Photography}

Jo Johnson (Tickets & Front Of House)

Darhyl Johnson (Refreshments & Front Of House)

Simon Brock (Choreography & Valuable assistance)

Stewards, Programme & Raffle ticket sellers

Parents of all the children involved in this production

Danza School Of Dance

Natasha Gooden ........................................ Nicola BennetMelody Hunt ...........................................Claire GrimsterNicola Grimster ..................................... Lauren GrimsterJade Christian ......................................... Tom FryearsonFaye Cooper ............................................. Alex BradleyDanielle Mansell ........................................ Sarah MarshalJohnathon Howard ..................................... Daniel CossyGina O’Gorman ........................................... Katy HomesPatsy Benson .............................................. Gina BensonChoreographer ........................................ Emma Newton

In accordance with the requirements of the Licencing Authoritya) The public may leave at the end of the performance or exhibitionby ALL exit doors and such doors must, at that time, be open.b) All gangways, corridors, staircases and external passagewaysintended for exit, whether permanent or temporary, shall be keptentirely free from obstruction.c) Persons shall not be permitted to stand or site in any of thegangways intersecting the seating, or to sit in any of the gangways.The Safety Curtain will be lowered prior to each performance toensure it’s good working order.

Marj Brown TappersMarj orie Brown ..................................... Julie DownesVivien Armitage ..................................... Hilary DaviesAlma Roughley .........................................June BarlowEmily Fulton ....................................... Anneta CorkhillSybil Royle ......................................... Edna WakelamJune Molyneux ..................................... Patricia BensonAngela Davies..........................................Ann ConwayJane England.............................................. Val QuinnChoreographer ....................................Marjorie Brown

Danza School Of Dance ................ Show Me The MoneyHip Hop/Street Dancer’s with professional attitude.

Lucy Robinson ................ Can You Feel The Love TonightYoung Lucy sings the Disney classic from The Lion King.

Dave Langton, Gary Thomas, Samantha Craig....Magic HatComedy Sketch.

Ross Boardman & Frank McCarron..............Four CandlesClassic Two Ronnies Sketch debuts at The Little Theatre.

Natalie Collins ..................................... I Will SurviveYoung Natalie sings the 70’s disco classic.

Carole Harding Dancers .................. All In This TogetherGroup dance to the popular High School Musical anthem.

Laura Bell ......................................... There You’ll BeLaura sings a popular song from the movie Pearl Harbor.

Phillipa Amer ........................ Dude (Looks Like A Lady)A dancer of many disciplines gyrates to rock legends Aerosmith.

Mike Peek .............................................. FootlooseMike debuts his vocal talents singing Kenny Loggins 80’s classic.

Nicola Williams ............. Another Suitcase In Another HallNicky does credit to Tim Rice & Andrew Lloyd Webber’s ‘Evita’

Pink Sabbath .................. Since You’ve Been Alright NowDagger, T.Bone, Viper & Gash return by popular demand.

Lydia & Aislynn Owen ................................ Kissing YouVocal by Lydia accompanied by her sister, Aislynn on piano.

Aimee Corser & Aimee Moore ............ Candy Man RougeSelf mixed & choreographed by these two young dancers.

Sue McCarron.......................... Wind Beneath My WingsFirst of two songs in this year’s show by a Variety Show regular.

Chris & Phil Brock .......... Everybody/Shake A Tail FeatherThe two Brock Brothers sing a tribute to the Blues Brothers.

15 Minute Interval

Emily Butcher ................................ Charlotte BoardmanChristina Johnson ....................................... Alice VesteSarah Parsons ........................................... Lyn FavagerMatthew Johnson .................................... Liam JohnsonDawn Parsons ....................................... Lauren BratleyJack Butcher......................................... Emily ButcherLauren Williamson ................................ Danielle ClearyEllie HillChoreographers ........................... Jayne & Sarah Parsons

Carole Harding Junior & Senior Dancers

Danza School Of Dance .......................... We Run ThisAnother funkin Hip Hop dance routine.

Emily McGowan ...................................... ReflectionNine year-old Emily sings a ballad from the Mulan Soundtrack

Joseph Stewart .........................Things We Said TodayJoe makes his debut with a Beatles favourite.

Pink Sabbath ......................Rockin All Over The SmurfsThese legendary Rock Gods will have you rockin in the aisles.

James Woodfinden ..................... Seven Spanish AngelsYoung James sings a Country favourite.

Laura Taylor ................. I Don’t Know How To Love HimLaura sings this memorable song from Jesus Christ Superstar.

Ciaran Mullins .......................................... ComedianYoung Ciaran debuts his own brand of humour.

Elizabeth Butler ............................ I Dreamed A DreamLizzie sings this masterpiece from her favourite musical.

Chris Jones ....................................... You’re SixteenChris will have you singing a-long to Ringo’s 70’s classic.

Sue & The Premes ............................. Motown MedleySue McCarron, Frank McCarron & Ross Boardman sing in the name of love

Simon Brock ............................................. PatienceSimon showcases his vocal talents with Take That’s No.1 song.

Carole Harding Senior Dancers ................. Dirrty RemixOur girls come of age with the remix of Christina Aguilera’s Dirrty.

Gary Thomas .......................................... Love Is AllStars In Their Eyes, Gary Thomas performs an old favourite.

Marj Brown Tappers ......... Let’s Face The Music & DanceBack by popular demand, the girls return with another great tap routine

Simon Brock & Mike Peek...Don’t Let The Sun Go Down OnMe. We finish our show with the Elton John classic.

Draw & Finale Walkdown

Production TeamStage Manager ............................................ Paul BurnsStage Assistant ......................................... Daniel VesteLighting.................................................. Simon ColeSound ..................................................... Harry FungFront Of House Manager .............................. Jo JohnsonAssistant Front Of House Manager .............. Darhyl JohnsonProducers...........................................Nick Johnson &........................................................ Mary Newton

Acknowledgements

Pink Sabbath are Gary (Gash) Thomas, Dave (Dagger) LangtonTony (T.Bone) Baker & Ross (Viper) Boardman. Original concept& music Nick Johnson. visit: www.pinksabbath.co.ukSue & The Premes concept: Sue McCarron, Frank McCarron &Ross Boardman. All photographs courtesy of Anthony J Smythe.Website & Programme: Nick Johnson. Costumes: Mary Newton

Emily McGowan James Woodfinden Laura Taylor Ciaran Mullins Laura Bell Ross Boardman

Chris Jones Lucy Robinson Tony Baker Natalie Collins Gary Thomas Elizabeth Butler

Frank McCarron Sue McCarron Joseph Stewart Phillipa Amer Samantha Craig Nicola Williams

Aimee Corser & Aimee Moore Phil & Chris Brock Mike Peek & Simon Brock Lydia & Aislynn Owen