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Lerner & Loewe’s

Director: Anne Ross Musical Director: June Gemmell Choreographer: Eileen Morgan

Assistant Director: Sue Willingham

May 2006

Book and Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner

Music by Frederick Loewe

DIRECTOR’S NOTEDIRECTOR’S NOTEDIRECTOR’S NOTEDIRECTOR’S NOTESSSS

rigadoon is a romantic

musical fantasy set in an

enchanted Scottish village

which comes out of the

Highland mists once every

100 years only to disappear again after only

one day. Two American travelers stumble

upon Brigadoon on the day it comes to life.

The Americans, one romantic, one cynical,

are given the choice, after falling in love

with two lovely Scottish lasses, of remaining

in Brigadoon or going back to the modern

world. It is indeed a celebration of the power

of love. Since it’s opening on Broadway in

1947 Brigadoon has become one of the best

loved musicals of all time. Lerner & Loewe’s

wonderful musical score features such gems

as The Heather on the Hill, Almost like

being in Love, I’ll Go Home with Bonnie Jean

and Come to Me, Bend to Me.

Anne Ross

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SYNOPSIS OF SCENESSYNOPSIS OF SCENESSYNOPSIS OF SCENESSYNOPSIS OF SCENES

PROLOGUE

ACT 1 SCENE 1 A forest in the Scottish Highlands about 5.00 am on a May morning in 1946

SCENE 2 The outskirts of Brigadoon, then MacConnachy Square 9.00 am

SCENE 3 The Brockie bothy at noon the same day

SCENE 4 The MacKeith House, mid afternoon

SCENE 5 Mr Murdoch’s House immediately following

SCENE 6 Outside the Kirk in early evening

I N T E R V A L (20 minutes)

ACT 2 SCENE 1 A forest near the border of Brigadoon, later that evening

SCENE 2 A few moments later, outskirts of Brigadoon.

SCENE 3 MacConnachy Square, a short time later.

SCENE 4 A bar in New York, 4 months later.

SCENE 5 The forest some days later.

Please note STG uses a natural mist. The Stag’s head is NOT real.

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THE CREATIVE TEAM

Director – Anne Ross Since appearing on stage at the age of 5 Anne has had many years experience in live theatre initially as a ballet dancer with Ballet Victoria. She then went on to appear in over 35 musicals as well as TV dramas, films and cabaret shows in Melbourne. She has a keen interest in set design and costumes and has won many awards, among them the prestigious first prize for set design at Ballarat’s South St Eisteddfod. Since 1989 Anne has appeared in over 25 STG productions including such favorites as “Stepping Out”, “Arsenic & Old Lace”, and “The Reluctant Debutante”. For the last 9 years she has turned her many talents to directing our successful musical comedies as well as Noel Coward’s delightful “Blithe Spirit” and the timeless British comedy “When We Are Married”.

Musical Director – June Gemmell Dip Mus, Dip Ed, LTCL, A Mus A

June began her musical career as a high school music teacher and had an extensive music teaching studio prior to her retirement. She was involved with Beaudesert Amateur Musical Society and accompanied many of their productions including “The Sound of Music”, “Calamity Jane” and “Grease”. June joined us for “Oklahoma” as pianist and was Musical Director and pianist for “The Pajama Game” and “Annie Get Your Gun”. We are proud to have her back as Musical Director for Brigadoon

Choreographer -Eileen Morgan B Ed, BA Dance, ARAD, ATCL

Eileen has been involved in performing arts since she was five. Professionally Eileen has danced with Mean Feats Physical Theatre Company, Strut Dancers and as an independent dancer performing in the Outrageous Children’s Festival and Perth Fringe Festival. Choreographically, Eileen has directed two short dance films and worked with students from the WA Academy of

Performing Arts. 2003 introduced Eileen to STG as a dancer in “Oklahoma”. “The Pajama Game” was her first choreographic venture for us followed by “Annie Get Your Gun” and we are delighted to have her back for Brigadoon

Assistant Director – Sue Willingham Adv Dip Perf Arts

With over 30 years of stage experience, Sue has worked in Training Films and as an extra for film and television. She is now embarking on a Post Graduate Certificate leading to her Masters in Performing Arts.

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CastCastCastCast In order of appearanceIn order of appearanceIn order of appearanceIn order of appearance

Tommy Albright.........................................Jason Lawson

Jeff Douglas .......................................... Lindsay Fletcher

Angus MacMonnies ................................. Colin Robinson

Donald Ritchie ..............................................Kevin Prout

Sandy Cameron................................ Stephen McLachlan

Maggie Abernathy......................................Sarah Roberts

MacGregor ............................................... Marshall Allen

Stuart Cameron/Piper................................. Jordan Ross

Harry Ritchie...................................... Andrew Herrmann

Meg Brockie ........................................... Kathleen Molloy

Andrew MacKeith ......................................Doug Mawson

Fiona MacKeith ......................................Alison Pattinson

Jeannie MacKeith............................... Michelle Collishaw

Charlie Cameron ........................................ Toby Dawson

Mr Murdoch ................................................ Kenn Verrall

Frank (Bartender)......... Stephen McLachlan/Steve Norris

Jane Ashton (Tommy’s fiancé).....................Emma Walter

Townsfolk.......... Gavin Kimber, Steve Norris, Kay Halford Denise Oxborough, Linda Hammond Phillipa Bowe, Jenny Marshall Claire Marshall Teagan Whittaker Robyn Ryan and Fiona Hayden

Sword Dancers – Petrea Gibbins ARAD School of Dancing Justine Cain, Anita Healey, Zara Noble Yvonne Little, Kate Merrin and Rebecca Gibson

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CASTCASTCASTCAST

Alison Pattinson (Fiona MacKeith) Originally from Scotland, Alison has worked in the past with Savoyards and made her debut for STG in “When We Are Married” as Mrs Northrop the gossipy house keeper. Musical theatre is Alison’s favorite genre and she was delighted to be given the opportunity to play Annie Oakley in “Annie Get Your Gun” last year. This year sees her as Fiona the Highland lassie who falls in love with our hero Tommy.

Jason Lawson (Tommy Albright) Originally from Melbourne, Jason has been performing for close to 17 years, primarily with Savoyards. His most memorable roles include Will Parker in “Oklahoma”, Joseph Cable in “South Pacific”, Nicely-Nicely Johnson in “Guys and Dolls”, and understudied Javert in “Les Miserables”. “Annie Get Your Gun” was Jason’s first role at STG. 2006 sees him back in the lead role of Tommy.

Kathleen Molloy (Meg Brockie) Kathleen studied at the Conservatorium for 6 years under Graeme Morton and Alison Rogers. She has studied dance with Ross Colman and intense opera with Jim Vile, as well as Masterclasses with Anne Wood and Nancy Hayes. In conjunction with Shawn O’Boyle she has recorded a children’s CD. She made her debut with us playing the delightful Ado Annie in “Oklahoma” followed by the zany Gladys in “The Pajama Game” and last year as she was expecting the pitter patter of tiny feet she was Assistant Director for “Annie Get Your Gun”. However this year we see her treading the boards in the comedy role of Meg.

Lindsay Fletcher (Jeff Douglas)

This is Lindsay’s first major role with STG and he plays Jeff, Tommy’s cynical friend. He made his debut for us in “Annie Get Your Gun” and appeared in “84 Charing Cross Road”. He has also appeared in “Kiss Me Kate” for QMT and currently is working as a freelance Camera/Sound Assistant. In 2000 he won the Most Promising Award at the Filmmakers’ Awards for Direction.

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CASTCASTCASTCAST

Andrew Herrmann (Harry Ritchie)

Andrew returns to STG to play the brooding Harry Ritchie after performing in Savoyards’ “Jesus Christ Superstar”. In 2004 he made his debut for us playing Prof Vernon Hinse in “The Pajama Game” and last year as Frank Butler in “Annie Get Your Gun” He has appeared in “Witness For the Prosecution”, and “Play On”. Andrew also studies piano with Barbara Poole.

Michelle Collishaw (Jeannie MacKeith) Michelle began performing at the age of 5 and has training in Classical, Tap, Contemporary Dance and aerobatics. She has danced in the “Man From Snowy River Arena Spectacular”, the “Goodwill Games” and for the last 3 years has been a member of Cheer Team for State of Origin. She has also performed with Young Aust Talent Co. This is Michelle’s first STG production and we are very pleased to welcome her to the company.

Toby Dawson (Charlie Cameron) Toby has a truly remarkable voice and a wide experience in musical theatre since beginning at the age of 6 appearing in many musical comedies and performing with several companies. Following his debut for STG in “The Pajama Game” he went on to appear in “When We Are Married” and “Puss in Boots”.

Sarah Roberts (Maggie Abernathy) Sarah started dancing at the age of 4 and has appeared in such productions as “The King & I” and “South Pacific” both at the Lyric Theatre. She has also acted in children’s theatre shows like “Out of the Box” and has collaborated with Debase Co to produce “Fractured Fairytales”. Sarah is a Drama, English and Dance teacher and we are delighted to have her in our production of Brigadoon.

Emma Walter (Jane Ashton) Since first appearing on our stage in 1994, Emma has performed in many of our productions as well as made several television appearances. She was most recently seen as Liz Imbrie in STG’s “The Philadelphia Story”.

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CASTCASTCASTCAST

Stephen McLachlan (Sandy Cameron/Frank) Stephen has been involved in musicals from an early age mainly with school productions and Gympie Musical Union. He joined us last year for “Annie Get Your Gun” and we are pleased he has returned for “Brigadoon”.

Doug Mawson (Andrew MacKeith)

Doug has performed in many productions in New Zealand and since arriving in Australia 4 years ago has continued to pursue his interest in amateur theatre. He has appeared in several STG productions the last being “The Philadelphia Story”. He feels that theatre is a great hobby and it keeps him off the streets.

Kevin Prout (Donald Ritchie) Kevin joined STG in 2004 to appear in “When We Are Married”. He then put his experience in the Queensland Choir to good use in “Annie Get Your Gun”. We are pleased to have him back for Brigadoon.

Jordan Ross (Stuart Cameron/Piper) At just 17 Jordan has studied and performed music for 12 years. He sings in barbershop quartets and has been a runner up in the Australian Schools’ quartet championship. The Redlands Scottish and Celtic Society has fed Jordan’s love of the pipes and drums, so he was the natural choice for the Brigadoon Piper. While studying Medicine and Science at UQ, he works as a professional musician.

Marshall Allen (MacGregor) Having had a taste of theatre, Marshall cannot stay away. Now he is singing and dancing his way in “Brigadoon” as clansman MacGregor. Marshall has appeared in many shows for STG creating characters of all types and ages.

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CASTCASTCASTCAST Kenn Verrell (Mr Murdoch – the Dominie) Having been with STG for many years it is obvious Kenn has a love of the theatre. In “Brigadoon”, he has the opportunity to show his talents as the gentle Schoolmaster for the town. He is the one who is the custodian of the knowledge of the miracle.

Colin Robinson (Angus MacMonies) Fresh from his recent role of Assistant Director for “84 Charing Cross Road”, Colin is now showing his talents for on stage work as a clan leader in “Brigadoon”.

TOWNSFOLK of BRIGADOON

Robyn Ryan Kay Halford Denise Oxborough

Phillipa Bowe Linda Hammond Jenny Marshall

Teagan Whittaker Claire Marshall Fiona Hayden

Gavin Kimber Steve Norris

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THE MUSICAL ENSEMBLE

Violinist - Michael Russo B Mus (Hon), A Mus A Michael began studying music and violin from the age of 5, achieving his A Mus A at age 13. He has just completed a Bachelor of Music degree in Performance with First Class Honours and is presently performing and teaching throughout Brisbane. He has worked with the Australian, Queensland and several Brisbane-based Youth Orchestras and has been involved with STG for 4 years. Michael joined us for “Oklahoma” and “The Pajama Game” and “Annie Get Your Gun”. We are very fortunate to have him back again with us this year.

Percussionist - John Kent John brings his bangs and thumps to us after playing in the orchestra for Queensland Musical Theatre’s 2003 productions of “Iolanthe” and “South Pacific”. He started out in rock bands some years ago but gave the skins away to earn respectability and a living. With maturity came enjoyment of the musical theatre so he picked up the sticks again last year. John spent many years as a banker but assures us that he has now gone straight. John joined us for “The Pajama Game” and “Annie Get Your Gun”. It’s lovely to have him with us.

Cellist – Fiona Gemmell C Mus A Fiona has been playing the cello since the age of 9. She has been a member of The Queensland Regional Youth Orchestra and has performed with several Quartets. Fiona’s first show with STG was “Annie Get Your Gun” and we are very pleased she has returned to add her musical talents to Brigadoon.

Pianist - Marguerite Giovannini LTCL, ATCL Marguerite is originally from Cairns where she was involved in musical theatre since childhood as a singer, pianist, conductor, musical director and as ABC accompanist for 16 years. In Brisbane she teaches piano and has played for many of QMT’s productions.

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Behind the ScenesBehind the ScenesBehind the ScenesBehind the Scenes

Director ---------------------------------Anne Ross Musical Director -----------------------June Gemmell Choreographer -------------------------Eileen Morgan Assistant Director ---------------------Sue Willingham Chorus Master -------------------------Robyn Ryan Stage Manager -------------------------Coralie Peterson Stage Crew------------------------------Brad Wyeth, Peter Harrington, Mark Corben and John Liddiard Set Design ------------------------------Anne Ross Set Construction -----------------------Maurice Thorn, Bill Keating and Robin Ross Costumes -------------------------------Anne Ross and Linda Hammond Special Properties ---------------------Anne Ross and Kurt Muller Lighting Design ------------------------David Gemmell Lighting Operation --------------------David Gemmell, John Ryan and Robin Ross Programme-----------------------------Anne Ross and Sue Willingham Publicity --------------------------------Deirdre Robinson Photography----------------------------Susan Moroney STG Musical Ensemble ---------------Marguerite Giovannini, Michael Russo, John Kent and Fiona Gemmell Front of House -------------------------Mary Hamilton, Margaret Waller, Bob Gow, Jim Cliff, Stephanie Ellis, Fay Gallie, Deirdre Robinson, Cheryl Allen, Lorraine Muller and John Mordacz

Many thanks to the creative talents of these special people. Many thanks to Karen and Doug Manger of “All Things Tartan” in Booval

for supplying the men’s kilts and for all their advice and assistance. Scenic artist Terry Nichols

Terry has painted our beautiful backdrops since “Oklahoma”. Props Creator Kurt Muller

Kurt’s artistry with Special Props was new to STG for “Annie Get Your Gun”, He has returned to help us with Brigadoon. No challenge is too difficult for him.

The magnificent Stag’s Head above the proscenium is truly awesome. Also a big vote of thinks to Linda Hammond.

Her task has been enormous and she is a treasure. Many thanks to all the very special people

who have worked so hard to bring the village of Brigadoon to life on our stage.

Specialty dancers appear by courtesy of Petrea Gibbins ARAD School of Dancing

51 Bardolph Place, Sunnybank Hills Phone: 3276 0266

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COMING ATTRACTIONS

Out of Sight … Out of Murder Fred Carmichael

Director: John Arbery

Season: 28 July – 12 August 2006 Bookings open 29 May 2006

Nunsense Dan Groggin

Director: Brad Rush

Season: 15 September – 30 September 2006 Bookings open 14 August 2006

Caught in the Net Ray Cooney

Director: Leslie Davis

Season: 17 November – 2 December 2006 Bookings open 2 October 2006

BOOKING INFORMATION

Individual and small group bookings phone Mary on 3345 2383

Large group bookings only (whole of theatre or club nights)

phone Deirdre on 3345 8756 evenings only.

AUDITIONS COMING UP

OUT OF SIGHT…OUT OF MURDER

28 MAY 2006

PHONE JOHN ARBERY FOR INFORMATION ON 3344 2263

NUNSENSE Information evening on Friday 2 June 2006

7:30 pm to 8:30 pm for anyone interested in auditioning

(at the theatre, Cnr Mains and Beenleigh Roads).

4 June 2006—Auditions (at the theatre)

5:00pm—6:30 pm Chorus and Leads

6:30pm—7:30 pm Tappers

7:30 pm Leads

Comedy/Mystery

Comedy with Music

Farce

Sunnybank Theatre Group Inc wishes to thank

for work on the perimeter fences.

Phone Daniel on 0412 885 223

for all your fencing needs

Before the show commences and during interval

our fully licensed bar offers a range of alcoholic beverages, ice-creams, chocolates, and soft drinks as well as tea and coffee.

The bar will remain open after the show for you to enjoy a drink with cast and crew.

Petrea Gibbins ARAD School of Dancing

The studio has a variety of dance styles:

Classical ballet, highland, song and dance, tap, jazz,

contemporary and funk.

It caters for 3 year olds to teenagers. Students have been

very successful in examinations, competitions and

eisteddfods.

Studios at Sunnybank Hills and Calamvale.

Phone: 3276 0266

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