AdLib – October 2012: The Grand Opening Rehearsals & Celtic Women Encounter
AdLib – October 2012. Step into Pinelands Players‘ bustling October 2012 with updates on their upcoming musical revue, star-studded encounters, and lively club nights.
Featured Highlights:
🎭 The Grand Opening Rehearsals (6-14 Dec):
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Original musical-revue hybrid by June Wells
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Plot: Retirees revive “The Grand” nightclub with reluctant family performers
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Cast: Nigel Stephenson, Tanya March, Chris Laurie + debut of Erika Marais & Adrian di Lollo
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Musical Director Victor Tichart’s “whacky humour” shaping rehearsals
🌟 Special Features:
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Celtic Women Meetup: Chenara Fenton backstage with the ensemble after their Grand West show
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ORB Band Spotlight: Members feature in Selim Kagee’s Cry for Love music video (Cape Town City Hall)
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Health Shoutouts: Wishes for Jack Matthee, Heather Earp-Jones & Lynn Moss
🎲 Upcoming Events:
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Bingo Night (26 Oct): Prizes and vetkoek mince (recipe included!)
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Inter-Society Quiz (25 Nov): PP’s revenge bid after “elite bottom position” in 2011
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Calendar Girls Alert: Lesley Gill & Melissa Sanderson in daring CDS production
Why This Matters:
1️⃣ Creative Process: Rare look at developing an original South African revue
2️⃣ Local Connections: Celtic Women, Selim Kagee, and cross-society collaborations
3️⃣ Historical Context: Documents pre-AGM committee dynamics (Tina Gough’s final months as Chair)
Perfect For:
• Researchers studying Cape Town’s 2012 arts scene
• Musical theatre fans exploring original works
• Members reminiscing about The Grand Opening
Download the full PDF newsletter for complete cast lists and club night details!