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- Review: Maskerade in York. Reviewed by Paul Bezler
Well, here we are in York again for the York Rising Stars production of 'Maskerade'. After fighting our way through the racegoers streaming out of the Knavesmire we amended to a local hostelry to fortify ourselves for the coming show. Strange looks were cast our way as the majority of our 14 strong group were in fancy dress, including Squigglyx as the 'Phantom/Ghost'. We were intrigued to find out how the production team would cope with the intricacies of Agnes/Perdita's vocal talents. They did this admirably with the various voices coming from out of thin air but this did compromise the general sound quality somewhat.
This is a young group of actors, bolstered by a sprinkling of older members and it was the younger members of the cast who carried the performance. Fiona Baistow as 'Nanny Ogg' was the stand out performance in this theatre-goers eyes. Her timing and overall stage
craft was excellent and she made us all laugh on many occasions. Her scenes with 'Granny Weatherwax' played by Jeanette Linsey were the glue holding the production together.
Kat McHugh was very good and well over the top as 'Christine the Diva' and was ably supported throughout by Claire Pulpher as 'Agnes/Perdita' whose performance was up to the standards we have seen before in the company's recent production of Mort.
Ryan Rollison was energetic throughout as Andre and Tim Pollard got better throughout the performance after a slow start and his death scene at the end had us rolling with laughter. Perhaps the only negative aspect of the performance was the lack of continuity when Tim as 'Mr Salzella' and 'Mr Seldom Bucket', played by the
experienced Brian Dale, were on stage together. However, these are small criticisms.
James Noble gave a cameo performance as 'Greebo as a man ' as did Ben Tanquay as 'Senor Enrico Basilica' with much laughter ensuing.
The costumes and general production were up to the company's usual high standard and we recommend a visit to a forthcoming production if you are in the area. http://www.yorkrisingstars.co.uk
The Platform Nine website for our summer show is now up and running at www.platform-nine.com
Review in Disworld Monthly: Mort Live in York
Reviewed by Paul Bezler
'Twas on All Hallows' Day that an intrepid group from the Northern Institute ventured out to the historical city of York to see a rare (in this part of the world) presentation of a Discworld play; in this case the York Rising Stars' production of 'MORT'.
Twenty five scenes make this a difficult production from a continuity point of view but the cast and crew managed to carry it off with few gaps in the story line, helped by the use of various narrators throughout the play, wherever off stage action needed to be conveyed to the packed audience.
The relatively young cast were kept busy throughout with costume and scene changes, but their youthful energy certainly helped carry things along; there being few, if any, really noticeable stutters in the dialogue. Tim Pollard, as a very tall and impressive DEATH, was excellent throughout and mention must go to the sound crew for giving him a most DEATH like 'voice'. His many scenes with James Wilson, who played MORT, provided the framework on which the whole production hung. Mick Prescott made a very believable ALBERT and particular mention must go to Amy Rowswell whose portrayal of PRINCESS KELI was a polished and elegant performance. Charlotte Gray, who also co-directed the play, made the part of YSABELL another of the highlights. Adam Rollinson, as CUTWELL the Wizard, was central to the success of the piece and I thought that Claire Pulpher, who played a number of small but important peripheral characters was by far the sexiest KING OLERVE that this theatre goer has seen!! However the stand out performance of the evening was by far that of ALBERT's dewdrop which gave a virtuoso performance; never missing a cue or stuttering over lines and mesmerising everyone; well those in the front rows anyway. The costumes were impressive especially those of DEATH, PRINCESS KELI and RINCEWIND so well done to the design team.
Apart from the performance itself, there was a raffle and sale of small buttons as keepsakes which helped to raise funds for, amongst others, the Alzheimer's Society, a charity dear to the heart of all Terry Pratchett fans. A nice touch was for the cast to invite all those who came in fancy dress to have their photograph taken together. The juxtaposition of Tim Pollard's DEATH with our very own PAT as DEATH the HOGFATHER, made for a unique photo.
Overall a most enjoyable performance and we will be pleased to visit this group again, especially as they are planning to perform 'MASKERADE' on the 27th - 30th MAY in 2009. Make a note in your diary folks!
Panto Rehearsals are now well underway. Tickets are now available. The show is in February 2009.
Disney Mania sold out...the demand is high for another performance, so we are performing again Saturday September 13th 7.30pm.
Wyrd Sisters Feedback
Hi Charlotte,I just had to drop you a line, to thank you and the whole of your cast & crew, for giving me and my girlfriend a really great night.The only word i can think of is AWESOME !!!!, from the witches to the young girls serving the tea and coffee's. I got an e-mail about your show from YSCP and i have now saved your website into my favorites, so not to miss anything else you do.If its ok with you, i would love to come down and see you all one sunday, as i do T.V/Film extra stuff and have also done a short film, but i really want to get into the Am-Dram side of things.Anyway, just many thanks once again, to you and you whole little family and i hope to see you all one night. Keep up the great work, Regards,