Snippets of News
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Jesus Christ Superstar Cast Results
We have just seen a truly astonishing round of auditions. Thank you, so much, to every one of you who gave your time to prepare and perform for the panel this week. It is often said (but never so true as in this case) that we could have cast the roles many times over,...
Nominees for 2013/14 Alan Leadbeater Award
We are thrilled to announce the nominees for this year’s ‘Alan’ Award – our very own version of an Oscar! The four nominees for 2013’s award are (in alphabetical order): RYAN ALLEN – for his role as Amos in Whistle Down the Wind. EMMA HOPCROFT – for her first...
Our New President – Bob Taylor
We are delighted to announce that the Society’s new President is Mr Robert Taylor. Bob was invited to take the role at January’s committee meeting, and was delighted to accept the Presidency left vacant after the sad passing of our dear friend Alan Leadbeater last...
Whistle Down the Wind Cast Results
The audition panel would like to thank everybody who auditioned for a part in Whistle Down the Wind. As expected, the competition was very fierce, and the panel heard some wonderful auditions. Very many congratulations to everybody who got a part in this show....
AGM Summary 2013
This year’s AGM took place on Wednesday 29 May 2013, at Community House, Easemore Road, Redditch. The meeting was chaired by Alan Leadbeater (President), with Tony Jay (Chairman/Treasurer) and Jean Chalk (Secretary).Norman Wheeler Memorial Award Winner: Paul FinchThis...
Summer Holiday Wins Best Programme Award
It was a hit and near-miss occasion at the NODA West Midlands Awards Ceremony at Sutton Coldfield Town Hall on Sunday 14 April 2013. Ann Duffin, Pauline Elliker, Tony Jay and Alan and Jean Leadbeater went along to support the Society, which was nominated in two...
Summer Holiday Cast Results
A big ‘thank you’ from the audition panel to everybody who auditioned for a part in Summer Holiday. We appreciate the effort that many of you made. Congratulations to everybody who got a part, and commiserations to those who were unsuccessful on this occasion. Don:...
AGM Summary 2012
This year’s AGM took place on Tuesday 23 May 2012, at Community House, Easemore Road, Redditch. The meeting was chaired by Alan Leadbeater (President), with Tony Jay (Chairman/Treasurer) and Jean Chalk (Secretary).Norman Wheeler Memorial Award Winner: Roz ChalkThis...
Donation to Redditch Nightstop
Redditch Operatic Society has donated over £200 worth of goods to Redditch Nightstop, a local youth homelessness prevention charity. The goods, including vital bedding and household supplies, were presented to Project Manager Gill Groom of Redditch Nightstop by Tony...
The King and I Cast Results
The audition panel would like to thank everybody who auditioned for a part in this show. Once again, the talent on show was extremely high. Congratulations to everybody who got a part, and commiserations to those who were unsuccessful on this occasion. Captain Orton:...