Stage Diary by Benny Davis
Going Out - Page 38
Female Focus
Costa Barber Singers: The Barber Shop Singers now have a new rehearsal venue, Casal D’asociaciones in Benissa – new singers are always welcome. The group teach four-part acapella harmony without the need to learn to read music. It’s a fun hobby and they perform for charity. In summer recess now, back in September. For further information, call Paul: 96 584 6624 or Roger: 96 649 7657.
Welcome to the Stage Diary, a column that since it was first launched in 2007, has become a major central point of reference to amdram on the Costa Blanca. Not only is it a guide to what’s on in all the regions, but is also an important on-line introduction to potential expat’s researching community life in Spain. The diary also acts as a planning guide to assist groups avoid unnecessary clashes of production dates.
Adhoc Players Theatre Group: After a two year pause, Adhoc are back on track with all legal documents in place! Their aims are to have fun and raise money for needy causes. If you would like to join as an actor or background assistance, contact:
theadhocplayers@gmail.com.
Cantabile Ladies Choir: The choir are now preparing for a new regime with Valerie Beange who preserves continuity in the choir. If you are interested in joining a group of sociable, friendly ladies, you will be given a warm welcome. Rehearsals every Friday from 3pm to 5pm at La Siesta Church. For further information, please contact: Valerie Beange: 96 679 5816, mobile: 689 992 119, or email:
valbeange@gmail.com.
Caprice: After several rehearsals, this new Benissa based singing group are now on their summer holidays until 7th September when they will be working towards their first concert in February 2017. If you enjoy singing light operetta and madrigals in a relaxed but positive
atmosphere contact musical director Aileen on 696 514 613 for more details or check the website:
www.aileenlightfoot.com.
Careline Theatre: Now fully cast and in rehearsals for their next production, that great fun play based on the UK acclaimed movie; ‘The Full Monty’, including its great music score. Performance dates; 20th, 21st and 22nd October at 8pm - should be great fun! Box Office opens 1st September or you can book through
carelineboxoffice@gmail.com. For further information call: 686 320 435.
Costa Blanca Male Voice Choir: The choir reconvenes in September to begin rehearsals for the Christmas season. 2017 is
the Choir’s 10th anniversary, the highlight of which will be a May 2017 visit by the world renowned Pontarddulais Male Voice Choir. Should be a unique event! Further details available on website:
www.cbmalevoicechoir.wikidot.com, or the choir’s Facebook page, Costa Blanca Male Voice Choir.
GASP: The group made a donation of 500€ to Cruz Roja, Santa Pola, monies raised from their production, ‘A Breath of Spring’. Photo shows President David Ashley and GASP members making the presentation. The group are currently resting until September, but anyone interested in joining this Gran Alacant based group, please email:
gasptheatre@hotmail.co.uk. No experience necessary!
Jávea Players: The Players’ final production celebrating their 40th Anniversary will be Cherry Cabban’s production; ‘Our Man in Havana’, a witty and highly satirical adaptation by Clive Francis of Graham Green’s famous novel. This will be staged at the Union Musical, Gata from Tuesday 8th to
Saturday 12th November. Contact:
www.javeaplayers.com.
Networks Theatre: The Company is taking a break for the summer. For further information about membership or production schedule, please visit their website:-
www.networkstheatre.com.
Oliva Drama and Cultural Association: ODCA are rehearsing their autumn show, a fun evening of sketches and musical numbers followed by supper. This will be held on 11th and 12th October at the Viva España restaurant (on the N332
between Oliva and Gandia). More info next month. They welcome new members who would like to act or help out backstage. For more information please phone 602 535 261 or email
olivadramagroup@gmail.com.
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