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Monday, January 13th, 2014
‘Guys and Dolls’ – 19th-23rd March 2013
Monday, January 21st, 2013
Auditions for ‘Guys and Dolls’
Wednesday, October 10th, 2012Auditions for ‘Guys and Dolls’
Show dates 19th-23rd March 2013.
The auditions will be held in Markinch Town Hall at 2pm on Sunday 4th November 2012.
Anyone who wishes to audition should register their interest with our secretary Valerie Thomson as soon as possible on 01592 754537 or email secretary@maos.org.uk
Lib.
Men
Sky pp 29-31
Nathan pp 104-5
Nicely pp 49-50 + 7-9
Benny pp 49-50 + 7-9
Harry pp 7-8
Big Jule pp 88-90
Arvide pp 83-85
Lt. Brannigan pp 8-9
Ladies
Sarah pp 29-31
Adelaide pp 104-5
Singing Audition pieces.
Adelaide No. 8 – Adelaide’s Lament
Sarah No. 15 – If I were a bell
Sky No. 25 – Luck be a Lady tonight
Nicely Nicely No. 28 – Sit down youre rocking the boat
Nathan No. 27 – Sue me
Arvide No. 23 – More I cannot wish for
Benny Southstreet No. 4 – The Oldest Established
Agatha / Corporal No. 3 – Follow the fold
The list of audition pieces can also be downloaded from http://www.maos.org.uk/download/guys_and_dolls_audition_pieces.pdf
The Sound Of Music – a huge success
Tuesday, March 27th, 2012That’s it all over for another year. We have had a ball and played to full houses every night. Photos will be posted here very soon.
Public booking details for The Sound Of Music
Thursday, February 16th, 2012MAOS presents
THE SOUND OF MUSIC
in Markinch Town Hall
Tuesday 20th to Saturday 24th March 2012
Public phone booking commences Monday 20th February
Telephone Valerie Thomson on 01592 754537
Tickets also available from Markinch Town Hall daily from 12th March
Hall telephone number 01592 611167
Tickets £10
Concessions
Senior Citizens £8 (Tuesday and Wednesday)
Children £8 (Tuesday to Friday)
Contact Valerie Thomson, Secretary, 16 Betson Street, Markinch
email secretary@maos.org.uk
Cast List – The Sound Of Music
Thursday, January 26th, 2012The principals have been announced as:-
Maria Margaret Sharp
Captain von Trapp Ewan Campbell
Mother Abbess Liz Hutchings
Elsa Schraeder Karen Skene
Max Detweiler John Marshall
Liesl Katherine Skene
Rolf Gruber Adam Gibson
The other principals and the children will be listed here shortly
Adult and children’s auditions for The Sound of Music
Wednesday, January 11th, 2012A slight change to the previous post. The auditions will be held in Markinch Town Hall on Sunday 22nd January 2012. Adult auditions will be at 2pm and children’s auditions at 4pm.
Anyone who is interested in playing parts should register their interest with our secretary Valerie Thomson as soon as possible on 01592 754537 or by email to secretary@maos.org.uk
Note that the part of Maria is already cast.
The show dates are 19th – 24th March 2012
Children’s Auditions for The Sound Of Music
Sunday, January 8th, 2012Children’s auditions for The Sound Of Music. 19th -24th March 2012.
The auditions for the children’s parts will be held in Markinch Town Hall from 7-9pm on Thursday 19th January 2012. Anyone who is interested in playing the parts of either Liesl (age 16) or Rolf Gruber (age 17) should register their interest with our secretary Valerie Thomson as soon as possible on 01592 754537 or email secretary@maos.org.uk
The playing ages for the von Trapp family auditionees are:- Gretl, the youngest; Marta, 7; Brigitta, 9; Kurt, 10; Louisa, 13; Friedrich, 14; Liesl, 16. Also to be cast, Rolf Gruber, 17.
2012 Production – The Sound Of Music
Saturday, January 7th, 2012Rehearsals resume in Markinch Town Hall on Sunday 8th January 2012 at 2pm for ….. THE SOUND OF MUSIC . Due to circumstances beyond our control we are unable to put on the show we had originally planned to do but we have now obtained a licence to perform The Sound of Music. The rehearsal schedule will be demanding as we will be putting the show on in March 2012. Further announcements will be posted here soon. We are extremely grateful to our friends at Limelight Productions for assisting us in obtaining the licence to perform the show this year. For further information please contact our secretary Valerie Thomson on 01592 754537 or secretary@maos.org.uk
Review of ‘Mack and Mabel’ by John Urquhart, NODA Area 7 representative
Wednesday, August 10th, 2011Although previously, I have not rated Mack and Mabel as one of my favourite shows, this production challenged this and I found it thoroughly enjoyable. This owed much to the convincing performances from all the principals. Jonathan Cammidge worked hard at creating the character of Mack Sennett and succeeded in gaining our sympathy when it really isnt justified. Similarly, we were drawn to Jackie Beatsons Mabel and we did have lots of sympathy for her. In addition to these outstanding performances, Julie Stirling was most convincing as Lottie and Scott Smeaton created a highly believable Frank. John Marshall and Jan Tadrowski as the backers Kessel and Bauman were a strong pairing, giving some light hearted relief. Stephen Burdis was imposing as William Desmond Taylor. Staging was extremely effective and great credit should go to the design team. The small orchestra gave all the backing that was needed and did not disappoint during the well-known overture. This was choreographer Valda Wicks swansong with the company. Over the years she has worked marvels in producing so much creative movement in such a small space. Her talent will be missed.
2011 production – Mack and Mabel
Monday, January 24th, 2011Last season we presented
Mack and Mabel
Book by Michael Stewart and music and lyrics by Jerry Herman.
The musical story of the tumultuous romantic relationship between the famous Hollywood director Mack Sennett and one of his biggest stars, Mabel Normand told through a series of flashbacks.
Markinch Town Hall
March 2011
CAST LIST
Mack Sennett : Jonathan Cammidge
Mabel Normand : Jackie Beatson
Lottie Ames : Julie Stirling
Frank : Scott Smeaton
Bauman : Jan Tadrowski
Kessel : John Marshall
William Desmond Taylor : Stephen Burdis
Eddie : Iain Morrice
The Production Team for 2010/2011
Director - John Gray
Musical Director - Gillian Haycock
Choreographer - Valda Wicks
Contact Valerie Thomson for more details.
Telephone 01592 754537 or email secretary@maos.org.uk
Please note the new telephone number
Show review in NODA News
Thursday, June 24th, 2010Here is the review of our 2010 show Oklahoma! taken from the NODA Scotland magazine.
Review by John Urquhart, Area 7 representative
What a great show this was! How did Markinch manage to get so many people on stage without it looking crowded? Certainly the lower height rostra at the front was used to good effect and the wonderful back cloth had such an illusion of depth. Congratulations to the scenic artists! The principal work was all of an exceptionally high standard. Jason Roseweir sang and acted Curly beautifully. He was ably partnered by Kirsty Anderson who made a fine Laurey. Derek Walker brought great comedy and timing to the part of Will Parker and Laura Paterson was a memorable Ado Annie. Scott Smeaton was a definitive Jud and Craig Spence hit all the right spots with his portrayal of Ali Hakim. The chorus attacked all their numbers with great gusto, particularly during The Farmer and the Cowman, which was certainly a high point. I also really enjoyed the staging of the ballet. A really enjoyable show. It was good to see so many men on stage.
A few photos of the Friday performance – by Ken Wilkie
What a load of cowboys! (and farmers)
Wednesday, March 10th, 2010Oklahoma! – Markinch Town Hall, 22nd to 27th March.
OKLAHOMA CAST LIST
Tuesday, November 10th, 2009Casting of the principal parts is now complete and we have an amazing cast of well known names, some of whom are regulars at MAOS and some who have come to Markinch for the first time. This will be a production not to be missed!!
We are delighted to announce the cast list as:-
Curly Jason Roseweir
Laurey Kirsty Anderson
Ado Annie Laura Paterson
Will Parker Derek Walker
Aunt Eller Claire Owens
Jud Fry Scott Smeaton
Ali Hakim Craig Spence
Gertie Cummings Julie Stirling
Andrew Carnes Glen McGill
Cord Elam John Marshall
Ike Skidmore Alan Woolley
The new season has started
Monday, September 28th, 2009This season we will be presenting
Rodger and Hammerstein’s
from 22nd to 27th March 2010
in Markinch Town Hall
The AGM was held on Tuesday 29th September 2009
in Markinch Town Hall at 8.00pm
Rehearsals started on Tuesday 6th October in the town hall. The first night included a bit of singing and an Oklahoma hoedown – jeans, boots and a checked shirt were optional and everyone seemed to have a ball !
Contact Valerie Thomson for more details.
Telephone 01592 758478 or email secretary@maos.org.uk
205 years of Long Service Awards for Markinch AOS members
Wednesday, June 10th, 2009The following is taken from the Summer 2009 edition of ‘NODA National News’
They’ve made their mark at Markinch
Seven members of Markinch Amateur Operatic Society, received long-service awards totalling 205 years after the curtain fell on their production of Lionel Bart’s Blitz!
The society’s president, Ian Thomson, and treasurer, Helen Law, both received their 50-year awards having both spent the whole time with the group. Two 30-year awards were presented to Valerie Thomson and Janice Wilkie, and three members of the company, Elaine Barlow, Julie Stirling and Glen McGill, received their 15-year awards.
John Urquhart, regional representative for Fife, made the presentations on stage at Markinch Town Hall, following the final performance of Blitz!
In the picture, left to right, are: Julie Stirling (15 years), Ian Thomson (50 years), John Urquhart, Valerie Thomson (30 years), Elaine Barlow (15 years), Glen McGill (1l5 years),; Helen Law (50 years) and Janice Wilkie (30 years).
Blitz! – Review by John Urquhart, NODA district 7 representative
Wednesday, June 10th, 2009Markinch AOS “Blitz!” 23 – 28 March 2009
Director: Neil Hamilton Musical Director: Peter Robinson Choreographer: Valda Wicks
It was great to see “Blitz!” making a re-appearance in Fife, and Markinch AOS fielded one of their strongest casts.
The show is dependent on the pivotal role of Mrs Blitztein, and Hilary Elsy commanded the stage in this part as the main focus. Her confrontations with Alfred Locke (Alan Woolley) were well handled and both characters very much set the tone of the production. Laura Paterson was most convincing as Carol Blitztein. She handled the blindness very believably.
Paul Stirling impressed as Georgie Locke. Craig Spence, a very worthy winner of the “President’s Award”, excelled as Harry Blitztein. He handled “Duty Calls” with such enthusiasm! Glen McGill gave a very endearing portrayal of Ernie Nearmiss. There were lots of lovely cameo performances from other principals and chorus members. The show was staged imaginatively, with all the sets painted on a black and white theme. There was much attention to detail in hairstyles, costumes and interesting historical displays Front of House. Overall, a very entertaining evening.
STF
Monday, October 15th, 2007Hello all, Kenny the site looks great. Just a wee reminder to all that we can be updated on all amateur theatre events etc at: www.scottishtheatreforum.com including latest news on MAOS.
Claire x
Hello to everyone at MAOS
Tuesday, October 9th, 2007Welcome to the MAOS news page. This page will (eventually) have all the latest information about the company, rehearsal dates & times and social events.