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Expect all the Mikado wit and music you love, but with a Scottish twist! In a bold new take, Eastbourne G&S is transporting the well-loved tale of mistaken identity, threatened executions and mischievous little maids to Historical Scotland. And we need YOU to take part!
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In the Scottish town of Ballydew, flirting is a capital offense, and the bumbling tailor-turned-executioner Coco is set to marry his ward, Wynn Somme. Trouble brews when she falls for Nanky Drew, a wandering minstrel who’s secretly the son of the fearsome McAdo. To save the town from disgrace, Nanky volunteers for execution—though Coco has no idea how to carry it out. With jealous rivals, absurd laws, and plenty of comic twists, The McAdo delivers Gilbert & Sullivan’s classic satire with a tartan twist.
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Director: Cate Couch
Musical Director: Marylou Cockshoot
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Key Dates:
Monday 2nd February - Familiarisation
Wednesday 4th February - Auditions Workshop
Sunday 8th February - Auditions
Monday 9th February - Rehearsals commence (Monday & Wednesday evenings ongoing, plus occasional Sundays)
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Thursday 21st May - Get in and tech
Friday 22nd May - Afternoon dress rehearsal / 7.30pm performance
Saturday 23rd May, 2.30 & 7.30pm performances
Sunday 24th May, 2.30pm performance
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The Mikado
All are welcome to come along to our familiarisation, whether you've been involved with the society before or not. We accept members aged 14+.This is your chance to meet the production team, hear about the vision for the show and find out what parts are available. This will be followed by an auditions workshop where you can get help with your audition pieces ready for auditions on the Sunday.
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Please click the button to be taken to the sign up form, and more information will be sent out to you.