Acting Members
We have approximately 35 Acting members of Stagelights at the present time, ranging in age from 4yrs up to quite high.
The cost of full membership is £10 per child and £25 per adult per year. This allows participation in all productions that we do without any other fees payable.
Our numbers fluctuate from year to year as some people leave us and others join. We are always very pleased to welcome new members, especially adults, and very especially men, young and old.
We would reiterate here that anyone wishing to join us doesn't need to have any experience of the stage, although if you did have some that would be an advantage, but rest assured we welcome everyone.
We do need two consent forms that the Parents of the Children must sign and hand in. To print these forms off please click on the button below
At the present time we are extremely lucky to have Rachel Williams as our Musical Director, making sure we all sing from the same 'Song sheet'.
In their "own words"
Adults
Pauline Hillberg
After being in several groups I joined the stagelights at it's conception, It was very exciting in helping to shape the success it has become. I love all Am-Dram has to offer. Childhood dreams come true for me on stage, magical roles such as the 'Cheshire Cat', a dotty playwright, a very wicked Witch amongst many others, and I get to sing wonderful songs from the musicals. In my present role I actually get to sing light opera from Gilbert & Sullivan's Mikado - How exciting is that. Roll on the next role, whatever it might be!!
Margaret Waller
I have been involved with Amateur Dramatics for 22 years and very much enjoy performing in plays, musicals and pantomimes. I joined the Stagelights in 2003 and am very pleased I did as it is a very happy group, so I hope to continue for many years to come.
Ingrid Coles
I am an enthusiastic amateur who enjoys singing and acting alongside my daughter, Georgina. I have not done anything like this since I left school but really enjoy the company of the group. I would recommend it to anyone. Just give it a go!
Viv Simpson
I joined the Stagelights in 2002 when the club first began, with my daughter Ellis, In 2003 my son George & Husband Alex joined. Since then I have been Stage Manager and have assisted backstage in every performance. I enjoy coming to Stagelights to meet with friends, especially my best friends Ingrid & Mark. This year I decided to give the position of Stage Manager a break and have a go at treading the boards instead and landed the role of a Courtier in Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs.
Marlene Cockell
I would say; if amateur dramatics is something you have been thinking about for a while but aren't sure, and you feel you would really enjoy being part of a drama group, then this is the one for you. My first impression was that there is no sniggering or putting down, and it has remained that way since I started over 2 years ago. I say "Go for it!"
Shelley O'Callaghan
Shelly joined the club so as to take a part in Snow White, and has enjoyed her role as Courtier very much. She didn't tell her husband, Ricky, that she was actually playing a role in the Pantomime so it would be a big surprise to him when he watched it. It took quite a bit for her and her children, Luke and Amelia to keep quiet about it and not to "let the cat out of the bag." She is looking forward to being in more plays and variety shows in the future.
Mandy Stone
I have just recently joined The stagelights, mainly due to my friend Shelly above, convincing me that I really ought to. Well I thought that I'd give it a go and was asked to play Kathy Metcalf in 'Who Killed the Director'. I was so nervous at the first rehearsal that I thought I was going to be sick, but each rehearsal since I have got more confident and I think I just might be starting to enjoy the experience now. It is the first time I have ever done anything like this and hope it wont be the last.
Sam Veitch
Sam has at last joined us, the last member of the family to do so. And very welcome she is too. Sam is very experienced in dance and song and will bring a great deal to the over all success of our shows.
John Hicks
I've been involved with Amateur dramatics for 39 years and have loved every minute of it but the 2 most enjoyable things I have ever done is 1. To get The Stagelights' up and running, to see it grow year on year into a great theatre club, friendly and not at all cliquey [we don't have any Prima Donnas] and 2. To write a full length pantomime and to see it performed and be a success. I enjoy all aspects of the Theatre and have stage-managed 11 productions, Directed 23 shows, plays and Pantomimes, and appeared in well over 30 full length productions. Not to mention being involved in many ways in a myriad of smaller shows and productions
Rod Cresswell
I have been with the Stagelights from the beginning, I started helping out with Front of House duties and eventually found myself getting involved in many different aspects of the club and was then coerced onto the stage for the 2003 Variety show. I enjoy the singing and dancing and have enjoyed the roles I have been lucky enough to get so far. I think the most fun was the Eunuch I played in 'Arabian nights'.
Mark Veitch
I joined the Stagelights in the winter of 2004 to play the Genie in the 2005 Panto. In the Spring of 2005 I was given the part of Victor, the lead role in a comedy play, 'Housekeeper Wanted', It was a large part!! I was a bit nervous about having to learn so many lines and fitting it in around my work as well, but the show was a great a success and gave me the confidence to take on the role of 'Buttons' in 'Cinderella'. I am currently rehearsing in the role of 'Chief Weasel' in 'Wind in the Willows'.
Mike Poole
Hi, I'm Mike and at 63, I am probably the oldest man in our group. I have been in Amateur Dramatics for quite a few years with various groups. I love singing, pantomime and any parts that are not too serious. I also play keyboard. Music has been in my family's blood for several generations, and I hope to be able to carry on for a good while longer, before I get too old and crotchety.
New Members
Peter Davies.
I am pleased to join 'The Stagelights'. I first got into 'Am-drams' at the age of 16, That was back home in Suffolk (Lowestoft Players) , I was with them for a few years, in the chorus and small roles in Pantomimes and musicals. I enjoy all aspects of the theatre, from behind the curtain and in the Audience. My wife and I often enjoy a visit to the Hippodrome and the playhouse at Weston. I am looking forward to spending a very happy time with 'The Stagelights'.
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Joanna Claydon
Joanna has just joined the Stagelights with her two children and has been roped into Sinbad the Sailor as well and is enjoying it very much. Her own words will appear her soon.
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Sue Humphris
Sue came along to have a look at what we are doing and to meet the gang, and before she could say "Oh yes it is!" she was roped in to Sinbad the Sailor. Keep looking in and her own words will appear here soon
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Merle Willmott
A similar story for Merle, as she came along with Sue to meet us all and wasn't allowed to leave without agreeing to be in Sinbad the Sailor. We have found it amazing, what can be done with a candle, a pewter tankard and a finger print........ Merle's own words will appear here very soon so pop back again later to meet her properly.
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Jacqueline Clark
Jacqueline has just recently joined us to see if she enjoys treading then boards with us. Her own words will appear here soon so please pop back again later.
Juniors
Rebecca (16)
I have been with the Stagelights from one of the first shows. I've done a lot of singing, dancing & acting for the club and really enjoy taking part in performances. I am now enjoying teaching a bit of Choreography.
Bethany (14)
I have been with the Stagelights for about 3 years now and have had many different parts, dancing and acting. I have had some singing parts in Variety shows & recently I was given a leading role in Wizard of Oz. (Dorothy)
Kimberly (12)
I first discovered the Stagelights when I was 8 years old and I was such a 'Drama Queen'. At first I was a bit rocky but now my confidence has improved so much. I am always keen to act and have been given roles in many shows such as 'Cinderella', 'Arabian Nights', 'Wizard of Oz' and Wind in the Willows.
Grace (6)
Grace joined the Stagelights in 2006 for the Wizard of Oz as a Munchkin, and enjoyed it so much that she decided she would like a part in The Wind in the Willows. She played a Mouse, and a Weasel, and is now rehearsing the role of a Fairy in Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs
Lorelie
I joined The Stagelights in 2006 to be in the Wizard of Oz which I enjoyed very much and have seen many of the Stagelights productions since, so I rejoined this year (2007) to be in Scooby Doo and the Stinkin' Spectre. I was thrilled to bits to land the role of Daphne, the part that I wanted. I am looking forward to getting many more exciting roles in the future.
Jessica (12)
I first discovered the Stagelights in 2005 and have been coming ever since. I enjoy the Stagelights so much and even more now that the Choreographer, Kerri has started. When I'm with the Stagelights I feel right at home around people who love acting, dancing and singing as much as I do.
Jonathan (15)
Hi, my name is Jonny, I'm 12 and I love the Stagelights. I joined when we were doing Wizard of Oz, and guess what? I was 'Oz'. It was brilliant. I was a bit nervous at the start but soon built up my confidence and cracked on with it. I'd like to keep acting in the future.
Georgina (16)
I joined the Stagelights in 2002 for 'Alice in Wonderland' - My first role was 'Mary - Mary, Quite contrary'. Since then I have been fortunate enough to play 'Babu' in 'Arabian Nights', The Tin man in Wizard of Oz, Cinderella in the 2006 Pantomime as well as many other roles. The Stagelights sparked off my love of drama and now I couldn't be without it!
George (11)
Hi, I'm George and I joined the Stagelights because I got bored and My Mum & Dad were in the group. Now I really enjoy the Stagelights, it's great fun. My Web site
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Georgia (9)
I am very pleased to have been given a speaking part in 'Scooby Doo and the Stinkin' Spectre' as I have only just joined The Stagelights. I have been doing drama for 4 years now and love to act. I am looking forward to doing many more plays in the future. I would love to be an actress when I am older.
Ashleigh (7)
Ashleigh joined The Stagelights in February 2006 to appear in Wizard of Oz and Wind in the Willows and is now rehearsing the role of a fairy for Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs.
Jordan (7)
Jordan joined The Stagelights in February 2006, and like her twin sister she appeared in Wizard of Oz and Wind in the Willows and is now rehearsing the role of a fairy for Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs.
Amelia (12)
Amelia is enjoying taking various roles with the Stagelights. She has appeared in 'The Wizard of Oz', & 'The Wind in the Willows' She loves the dancing and singing bits best.
Corin (11)
Corin has just joined the Stagelights and is looking forward to taking part in our future productions. He helped us front of house in Who Killed the Director and Scooby Doo & the Stinkin' Spectre and is taking part in our Summer Variety Show 2007 for the Wesley Memorial Church Centenary Celebrations.
Katie (11)
Katie has just joined the Stagelights and is looking forward to lots of singing and dancing with us.
Sam (15)
I have always enjoyed performing ever since I joined a community choir when I was 8 years old, but playing one of the Ugly Sisters in Cinderella at school in year 8 showed me that I have a passion for acting as well; funny what women's clothes make you do! I have appeared in many pantos and cabaret evenings and so am very excited about joining the Stagelights and working with everyone in their productions.
In the words of Fred Flintstone "YABBADABBADOO !!!!!"
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Findlay
Findlay has just joined the Stagelights and is appearing in Sinbad the Sailor. His own words will appear here very soon.
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Poppy
Poppy, like her brother, has recently joined us and will be appearing in her first production, Sinbad the Sailor, She will shortly let us have some words of her own to put here so please pop back again soon.
Charlotte
Charlotte has just joined us to appear in the Cabaret Weekend. Please come back again soon to see what she has to say about herself.
Bethany
Bethany has just joined us and is enjoying her dancing singing and acting very much.
Capriella
Capriella is having great fun belonging to the stagelights and enjoys singing and dancing
Musicians
Pianists
Rachel Williams - Piano, Trumpet, Drums plus others....
I have been with the Stagelights for one year, playing various instruments as required. I have been involved in Theatre and have played music since a child and am currently to be found in groups as diverse as a Pre-reformation Chapel Choir and a Ska-pop band (But Stagelights is my favourite)
Maureen Foot - Piano - Oboe
Maureen Foot is another pianist who is invaluable to the success of our shows. She is a also a church organist and plays for many different occasions. Maureen has been with the Stagelights for over 4 years and has that wonderful gift to lift the spirit when she plays. Maureen has also learnt to play the oboe. It can only be a matter of time before we get her playing it at one of our shows.
Miranda
Nastasya
Bethany
Georgina
The Stagelights 'Save the Rave' Band
We are very lucky to have 5 members who are really getting into their music and have formed a new band for the Stagelights. Bethany is the vocalist with Rebecca on Guitar and Ellis on Bass Guitar with Rachel on the Keyboard and Georgina on the drums. Watch out for this gang! It might be going places!!!!
Rebecca - Guitar
Ellis - Bass Guitar
Georgina on the Drums
Rachel on the keys
Bethany on the Mic.
Choreographers
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Sam Veitch is our head choreographer and very good at it she is too. Sam whips us all into some kind of shape.
and we are very lucky to have a few of our junior members who are enjoying getting their teeth into a bit of choreography too
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Georgina
Georgina has helped with the Choreography for Snow White as well as various productions in the past, and is a real credit to the Stagelights. She is continuing to choreograph many dances in our shows and her professionalism shines through with every step she and her dancers take.
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Rebecca
Rebecca's first real forray into choreography with the Stagelights was earlier last year (2006) when we did 'Wizard of Oz'. Rebecca had the dubious pleasure of taking the five Munchkins (average age about 5) and turning them into a dance troupe. This she did with such professionalism, and the end result was a joy to behold. The Munchkins certainly did the Club proud. Rebecca has gone on to choreograph more dances since then and is continuing to enjoy it
Rebecca
Bethany has done some very good choreography in our latest show Cabaret Weekend and continues to go from strength to strength in the theatre and music
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