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Singin’ in the Rain: the 48-hour challenge
This April, Bristol Hippodrome will welcome an extra special production of Singin’ In The Rain – put together from scratch in a challenging 48 hours by a cast of 130 young people.
The curtain will rise at 7.30pm on Sunday, April 23 on The Big Act musical theatre school’s production – a mere 48 hours after the company of ten- to 21-year-olds first begin learning the show’s 23 songs, 15,000-word script and 8,000 dance moves.
“It may sound like a crazy feat to attempt but it’s clearly an idea which appeals to young people,” says director Martin Williams, who runs The Big Act, based in Wilson Place, St Paul’s. “This year we received more than 400 applications to take part and saw so much talent it was really difficult having to choose just 130.”
Singin’ In The Rain is the seventh show to get the 48-hour treatment from The Big Act. Previous productions include We Will Rock You, based on the songs of Queen; Seussical, inspired by the characters from the Dr Seuss books; and Fame The Musical.
“So far, our challenge shows have always delighted audiences and I am confident Singin’ In The Rain will do the same. It is such a feel-good show, packed with warm humour, great songs and thrilling dance routines. And it is bound to get extra lift when audiences see how much hard work, talent and zestful energy our youthful cast add to it.”
Pictured top: Redland teenager Samuel Routley (17) will play Don Lockwood, the role first created by Gene Kelly. Pic: Stephen Lewis
For more info and to book tickets, visit www.atgtickets.com/shows/the-big-act-3/bristol-hippodrome
For more on The Big Act, visit www.thebigact.com
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