Director: Bryan FlynnMusical director: Wayne BrownChoreographer: Michelle Condon

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Dear Friends, It gives me great pleasure to welcome you all to Waterford Pantomime Society’s production Aladdin for 2009. In December 2007 our two co-founding members Padraig O’ Griofa and Jimmy Kelly retired and in January 2008 they passed the Society into the hands of it’s members. I would like to thank them both most sincerely for all their hard work, support and encour-agememt over the last 23 years. On behalf of the Society we would like to dedicate our production of Aladdin 2009 to them both again without whom we woild not be here this day. I have a long tradition with the Pantomime Society. The passion and love for it is endless. Taking over the Waterford Pantomime Society was a huge undertaking for me but with help of fantastic people this was all possible. On a personal note I would like to thank my husband Wayne Brown without whom I would not have been able to take it on. Tonights production of Aladdin would not be possible without our Production Team, Cast & Crew. I thank them for sharing their expertise and talents in making this production a sucess. I’d like to thank the Theatre Royal Waterford staff for all their help and assistance. A thank you to our nightly sponsers and all who donated spot prizes. Most importantly i would like to Thank Zandra Kelly, Michelle Quilty & Patrice Power who have given up many hours of their spare time over the last couple of months whilst rehearsing for show aswel in the help of organising and all that goes with Panto to put together this production. I thank them and really appreciate all they have done. Last but not least, I thank you our audience without whose continued support this show would not be possible. your support year after year is overwhelming. We thank you most sincerly from the bottom of our hearts. Now all is left for me to say is to Sit Back, Relax and join in on our fun and frolics of our production of Aladdin. Enjoy the show. Anne Corcoran BrownChairperson

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Bryan Flynn has worked as a freelance musical theatre director since 1991, during which time he has directed over 70 productions. Recent credits include; the children’s opera “Lily’s Lab- y -rinth” for Garter Lane Theatre, the hit show “High School Musical” for Midas Productions – Dublin, Mozart’s “on Giovanni” for Opera ’05 at Cork Opera House and “Pirates of Penzance” for Jim Molloy Productions at the Helix – Dublin.In the early 1990’s Bryan directed 3 productions for the John Player Tops competition, 2 of which reached the national television fi nal. His winning production for Waterford Crystal in 1994 made Bryan the youngest winning director in the history of the competition.Bryan has also worked as a Writer and Composer, in 1998 he composed the music for the new musi-cal drama “Pentimenti”, which was based on the life of a Jewish artist during World War II and enjoyed much acclaim and a sell out run at the Theatre Royal, Waterford.In 2005 Bryan was commissioned by Cork Opera House to write the book, music and lyrics for a new show based on the life of iconic Irishman – Michael Collins. Following 3 years of writing and develop- ment, this epic production opened to huge critical acclaim in February 2008 and has returned to Cork Opera House in March 2009.Bryan was director for Waterford Spraoi Percussion for 8 years. As a designer, Bryan has designed sets for numerous productions includ-ing “Jesus Christ Superstar”, “Oliver”, “Fame”, “Hot Mikado” amongst others.Bryan has received numerous awards for his work including; “the Jury’s Arts Achievement Award”, the “Waterford Crystal Arts and En-tertainment Award”, and the”Best Professional Director Award” at the International Festival of Light Opera.

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Michelle is one of the South East’s Leading Choreographers and has received AIMS Best Choreographer award. Michelle has worked with every society in Waterford either as a performer, backstage, or on the production team as Choreographer or Director. Michelle has a long association with Waterford Pantomime Society ever since Denny Corcoran gave her “a break” and asked her to come on board as Choreographer 16 years ago. Time certainly does fl y when you’re having fun at panto! The Dance Troop put a lot of hard work into rehearsals every year for “panto” and this year is no exception. Michelle would like to thank them for it!Enjoy the Show and Happy Christmas!

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Blanaid is a Waterford based Costumier. T/A Nomac Productions for the past 20 years. Costume Designer for Waterford Pantomime Society. Supplying costumes for Drama, Musicals, Pantomime, Film to the 32 counties of Ireland.Nominations/ Awards for Best Costumes. Films – “War of the Buttons”, “Bachelors in Trouble”, “40 Shilling’s Worth”, “The Great Tragedy”.T.V. – “Echo’s”, “Killnascully”, numerous other TV programs.Irish Premiers – “Witches of East Wick”, “Jekyll & Hyde”, “Chess”, “Michael Collins – the Musical”, “Peter Pan Pantomime”. Blanaid is delighted to design the costumes for Waterford Pantomime 2009 and wish the cast and crew every success.

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Wayne is delighted to be here for his 15th Panto and is particularly proud that since the panto society was formed in the mid 80’s the music has been kept in the family – 1st by his uncle the legendary Ben Brown, and now by himself. Since being told he couldn’t sing at an early age, he naturally took the obvious role of teach-ing other people to sing. And after panto he is looking forward to his biggest job yet….. DAD!!

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Juckey was too shy to write his own bio, so it’s wrote for him. This paragon of manhood is actually a multi award winning stage manager with awards from both AIMS and WIFLO to his credit, he acted in some of Waterford Pantomime Society’s earlier productions but the less said about that the better. He has graced the stage as “Danny” in “Grease” once again this year, may this be the start of his career on stage……!

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David is delighted to be back for another year with the Panto Society. He is honoured to be playing the lead role of Aladdin this year, it is a new challange and he hopes he doesn’t embarrass his little daughter Shayla - hi NEW BOSS! Working under the direction of Bryan Flynn has been brilliant and David would like to wish all the cast and crew the best of luck

Freda is rejoining Waterford Pantomime Society after a 2 year absence and is delighted to be back treading the boards once more. She is no stranger to the stage having been trianed at Richie Hayes’ Stage School and De Braam’s School of Dance and Theatre Arts and is now a resident of Cork City and a student at UCC. She has really enjoyed working with such a great cast and production team and wishes everyone the best of luck in the show

Back again for his 7th panto in a row, he began his entertainment career back in the mid 80’s with the comedy mime act “The Silent Mikes” and then followed in his fathers foot-steps on to the boards of the Theatre Royal for the Tops of the Town. This is his 4th times working under Bryan Flynn and is looking forward to this years show. Starting to get wor-ried about wearing a dress again, hoping the show will go well in the Theatre Royal

sBrenda is one of the original members of the Waterford Pantomime Society but she wants yee to know that she was very young when she started threading the boards. It’s embar-rassing this year, it’s like a family reunion for Brenda every one of her family except Mark is on the stage. Even Paul jumped onto the bandwagon this year- he must have heard how great the craic is. This years character seems sinister but there is a softer side to her as you will see in Act 2.

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Scol began performing at the tender age of 12 and now 39 years later he is still wowing Waterford audiences with his vibrancy and energy. This is his 8th sucessful Pantomime and by all accounts it’s not his last.Scol played Uncle Henry & the Gate Keeper in the Wizard of Oz in 2004 and is a regular member of the Comedy team in the Theatre Royal Variety Show.

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Night performances at 8.00pm sharpFrom Saturday 28th November until Sat 5th December 2009

Night Shows on Sat 28th, Mon 30th, Tues 1st, Wed 2nd, Thurs 3rd, Fri 4th, Sat 5thMatinees at 3pm sharp on Nov: Sat 28th, Sun 29th, Dec 5th and Sat 6th

Director: Bryan FlynnLighting: Aidan McGrathCostumes: Nomac ProductionsSet: SpraoiCrew: Brian “Juckey” Collins “The Silhouettes”

Musical Director: Wayne BrowneChoreographer: Michelle CondonMake-Up: Mags KeaneProps: Mary Doherty, Patrice Power

Aladdin Twankey David Condon Widow Twankey Tony Corcoran Princess Jasmine Freda Quinnlan Wishee Washee Terry “ Scol” Grant Sultana Strong Pong Brenda Corcoran Rick Shaw Sinead Flynn Genie of the Lamp Hazel Tebay Kelly Abanazer the Sorceror Paul Corcoran Spirit of the Ring Anne Corcoran Brown Bebo ( the mini Genie) Nathan Carey

Michelle Qulity (Dance Captain)Zandra Kelly

Orla ShanahanCiara Flynn

Zoe CuddihyCaroline KellyHoly Robinson

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Red Team Shauna Forsey Tiernagh Lonergan Chloe Whelan Chloe Cahill Leanne Reidy Emma Carty Lacey Rebecca Power Sarah Hickey

Blue Team Amber SearsonChloe WallKatie RocheMegan DelahuntyBeth McCarthyLibby FlynnBecky WiseClaudine Daly

Cherry(handmaiden) - Ciara Larken Blossom(handmaiden) - Lauren Cardiff

Amanda the Panda - Zandra Kelly Brittany Speares - Ciara Flynn

Mummies - Michelle Quilty, Cliona Ryan, Ciara Flynn

Zandra Kelly - ManagerRuth Corcoran - Assistant ManagerEdwina Halligan - Raffl e announcerLorraine ShanahanNicola ButlerEmmet Power

Wayne Browne- KeyboardsMark Fitzgerald - TrumpetAlan Coonagh - Sax/GuitarJarath McKenna - DrumsKeith McDonald - Bass

Nathan is nine years old. He is a student of the Richie Hayes Stage School. Nathan loves singing & dancing & won dancer of the year in 2009. Nathan has appeared in shows such as the Wizard of Oz, Showcase 0’9 & Mad about the musicals. Nathan is a star in the making and one to watch out for in the future. He is delighted to be involved in Aladdin.

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Sinead is thrilled to be involved in this years Panto. she has had a big involvement. in Wa-terford Theatre throughout the years both on and off stage. Sinead presents Showtime on WLRfm every Sunday night, she hopes you can join her on the night and sing along to all your Musical favourites. She wants to thank all the cast of this years panto for a fantastic three months, especially Brenda Giles who took her under her wing... Brenda your a gem

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“This is my 10th year performing in the pantomime and i have enjoyed every one of them. Christmas would not be the same for me and my family if I wasn’t involved in some way. The fun I have back stage and sometimes on stage is great. I have made some great friends along the way. So here’s to another 10 years of panto!

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He is in the Panto for the 1st time in many years. He must have had a bit of pull to get it! He has been involved in a few bits n’ pieces in the meantime and is delighted now to be back on the boards of the newly revamped Theatre Royal for this year’s production. Hope you enjoy the show and if you don’t……………… TOO BAD!!

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Anne has been involved with the Waterford Pantomime Society since she was 8 years old. The Panto has a great family tradition for Anne’s family as her dad Denny introduced them all to the fun of Panto whilst producing for the Panto for 15 years. Anne is playing the part of the Fairy/ Narrator in this year’s panto, but her new role as Mammy is her favourite so far!!.

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