AdLib – November 2012: Year-End Celebrations & The Grand Opening Preview
AdLib – November 2012. Relive Pinelands Players‘ festive 2012 finale with this newsletter highlighting their December musical revue, quiz triumphs, and leadership transition.
Featured Highlights:
🎭 The Grand Opening (6-14 Dec 2012):
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Original comedy-musical revue by June Wells
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Story: Retirees revive a nightclub with reluctant family performers
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R120 includes meal + show at Pinelands Town Hall
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Director: June Wells | Musical Director: Victor Tichart
🏆 Society Achievements:
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Quiz Night Glory: 2nd & 3rd places (vs. last year’s bottom finish)
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Chair’s Farewell: Tina Gough steps down after 2 years, urges new leadership
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Crossover Success: Members star in Calendar Girls (Masque Theatre)
🎄 Year-End Events:
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Christmas Party (21 Dec): Secret Santa gift exchange (R30 limit)
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Community Theatre: Aladdin (CTP), A Christmas Carol (Milnerton Players)
✈️ Member Dispatch: Clara’s London adventures (West End vs. am-dram comparisons)
Why This Matters:
1️⃣ Historical Transition: Documents leadership change pre-2013 AGM
2️⃣ Creative Process: Behind-the-scenes of original revue production
3️⃣ Local Network: Cross-society collaborations and competitions
Perfect For:
• Researchers studying Cape Town’s 2012 amateur theatre scene
• Members reminiscing about The Grand Opening
• Theatre lovers exploring original South African revues
[Download the full PDF newsletter] for complete show details and member updates!