I was first actively involved with MDG in the Autumn of 1987 when I was Musical Director for Oh What a Lovely War. Subsequently, I’ve supervised the music for several shows including Oliver, 2 Music Halls, Our Day Out, A Christmas Carol and most recently Smike.
I’ve done some acting too (with no great measure of success) in Under
Milk Wood in 1990 (which I prefer to forget), The Government Inspector and
Our Town.
I’ve directed several plays as well and each time I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Thark in 1993, Tons of Money in 1999, the premiere of Robert Meadows The Underwich Project in 2001 and Blithe Spirit in 2002.
I run theatre trips for MDG members on a fairly regular basis both
to local theatres and to London (it was our 3rd London trip in
March 2003).
Finally,
I’ve been Bar Manager for the past 3 years and I’m always
on the look-out for volunteers to help as bar staff, especially during
productions.