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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHuron Expositor, 2006-07-12, Page 33rY14.' h v• t,or►t►1 rlr�re:t^� C►ri News Stratford F�iitival's Oliver! presents brighter bent on Dickens' dark world The Huron Expositor • July 12, 2006 As it explores the theme of family this season, the Stratford Festival's choice of the musical Oliver! is a winner for both par- ents and kids alike. The only thing bet- ter than watching the extremely talented children - two of them from the Seaforth area. - singing and dancing their way through the show, was peeking over at the shining eyes of my nine-year-old daughter as she looked on in delight during her first expe- rience at the Festival. Putting a brighter bent on the dark world of Victorian England's poverty in Charles Dickens' novel Oliver Twist, the musical is packed with songs you keep singing long after the show ends. But, few will sing them better than the angel -voiced Tyler Pearse, who plays the orphan Oliver. His sweet renditions of Where is Love? and Who Will Buy? were particular- ly touching. The Artful Dodger, played- engag- ingly by Scott Beaudin, leads a gang of fast -fingered and very nimble - footed young pickpockets through some wonderful dance numbers including Consider Yourself and Pick a Pocket or Two. We, of course, kept our eyes on the two St. Columban-area kids playing orphans Nick Van Bakel and Thomas. Murray. While Van Bakel only performs during the first number, Food, Glorious Food, his smiling face demonstrates his enjoyment in his first experience on the Festival stage. And, his voice blends beauti- Stratford Festival photo Tyler Pearse (Oliver) and Scott Beaudin (the Artful Dodger) lead Fagin's boys in a song and dance during .Oliver! at the Stratford Festival. At far left, Seaforth's Thomas Murray performs with the ensemble. fully with the chorus of bright young voices. Murray is obviously also having the time of his life on stage - it's hard to believe he's never danced before as he masters the intricate footwork with ease. Stratford veteran actor and film star Colm Feore plays a warm and loveable Fagin to whom thievery is just one more game to play with his band of street kids. Both Feore and Blythe Wilson, who plays the long-suffering Nancy, have great singing voices and lead the ensemble in fun and light-heart- ed songs like I'd Do. Anything and Be Back Soon. The menacing Bill Sikes, played by Brad Rudy, is a villian you love to hate and Rudy is complimented for his convincing performance by the boos he receives at the final curtain call. Take your urchins to Oliver! Your family will come out of the the- atre with a song on your lips and a dance in your step. By Susan Hundertmark GODERICH 524.7811 Fri, Sat & Tue 6:45 & 9:30 Sun, Mon, Wed & Thur 8:00 Too Glory Scenes P1100111.1. 1101111011 Plat n t tItt 1Wo011M«d.. 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Best Wishes Only Please The Village of Hensall is proud to present our third annual henI I-bYdeSign lurie3 ART Saturday JuIy15 thru Friday 21 aaCnr.r HENSALL UNITED CHURCH Open 10 am - 4 pm daily • Admission $5.00 MONDAY IS SENIORS DAY • Admission 02.50 Enjoy a tasty treat in our TEA ROOM Visit the ICE SCULPTURE SHOWCASE at lceculture Saturday, Sunday Monday Friday • Tours 11:00 12:00 12:30 1:00 2:00 • Demos 11:30 1:30 • Tours 12:00 1:00 2:00 • Demo 1:30 • Tours 12:00 1:00 2:00 3:00 • Demos 1:30 3:30 PRESENT THIS COUPON TO SAVE • O OGeneral Admission OFF Valid Tuesday July 18 thru Friday July 21 only. ,..'T, GRADUATION STEPHANIE J. BACH Congratulations, Stephanie, on your graduation from Redeemer University College. Stephanie has ''" completed a Bachelor of Arts Degree Majoring in English and Minoring in Art History and Sociology. In the fall Stephanie , will be continuing her education at the University of Windsor in pursuit of a Bachelor of Education degree. Wt are very proud of your accomplishmtntslt Love Mom,Dad,& Chris. fully with the chorus of bright young voices. Murray is obviously also having the time of his life on stage - it's hard to believe he's never danced before as he masters the intricate footwork with ease. Stratford veteran actor and film star Colm Feore plays a warm and loveable Fagin to whom thievery is just one more game to play with his band of street kids. Both Feore and Blythe Wilson, who plays the long-suffering Nancy, have great singing voices and lead the ensemble in fun and light-heart- ed songs like I'd Do. Anything and Be Back Soon. The menacing Bill Sikes, played by Brad Rudy, is a villian you love to hate and Rudy is complimented for his convincing performance by the boos he receives at the final curtain call. Take your urchins to Oliver! Your family will come out of the the- atre with a song on your lips and a dance in your step. By Susan Hundertmark GODERICH 524.7811 Fri, Sat & Tue 6:45 & 9:30 Sun, Mon, Wed & Thur 8:00 Too Glory Scenes P1100111.1. 1101111011 Plat n t tItt 1Wo011M«d.. Fri, Sat & Tue YOU,File and 6:45 & 9:00 Sun, Mon, Wed & Thur 8:00 Two's vompany. Dupree's a crowd. HANOVER DRIVEIN SU PERMA RETURNS. N rt� API Nudity sexual Content Not Raoottw minded for Children PG Fri, Sat, Sun & Tue July 14-16&18 me Approx. 9:15 PG Mr links Pill . ilikw.rTWO Csairdhd lbw Odom! ADAM SANDLER Soup & Tea or = riday Night Supr Buffet & Hot Homemade Lasagne.. 3uding Tea or Coffee & Dessert S ►aforth Bak. Main St. Seafo---;-.A.0,:itlirilv, - The family of Adrian Timmermans invite you to attend an ' OPEN HOUSE to celebrate • Adrian's 80th Birthday • at the Legion Hall, Main St. Seaforth. Saturday July 15, 2006 1:00 to 4:00 pm, Hope to see you there! Best Wishes Only Please The Village of Hensall is proud to present our third annual henI I-bYdeSign lurie3 ART Saturday JuIy15 thru Friday 21 aaCnr.r HENSALL UNITED CHURCH Open 10 am - 4 pm daily • Admission $5.00 MONDAY IS SENIORS DAY • Admission 02.50 Enjoy a tasty treat in our TEA ROOM Visit the ICE SCULPTURE SHOWCASE at lceculture Saturday, Sunday Monday Friday • Tours 11:00 12:00 12:30 1:00 2:00 • Demos 11:30 1:30 • Tours 12:00 1:00 2:00 • Demo 1:30 • Tours 12:00 1:00 2:00 3:00 • Demos 1:30 3:30 PRESENT THIS COUPON TO SAVE • O OGeneral Admission OFF Valid Tuesday July 18 thru Friday July 21 only. ,..'T,