On the Home Front – 5 Oct 2015
Winter is finally over and FAM rehearsals are under way for On the Home Front our ANZAC inspired play. The play has evolved through the development stage following last year’s preview performance with Q & A session at our local Bright RSL Sub Branch and now FAM will perform the play at Bright P-12 College Stadium, Monday 5 October, 12.30pm Community members welcome – Gold Coin donation.
View scenes from the play http://vimeo.com/97214497
This original play by Pieta Swann BA (Educational Theatre), Grad Dip Ed is about the experiences of three Australian women as their loved ones serve during WWI.
Using historical newspaper reports, songs, letters and poems the play reflects upon the start of the Great War in 1914 to the Gallipoli Campaign in 1915 when the ANZAC legend was formed.
The performance presents history in a dynamic way through the intermingling of historical facts, personal stories and engaging performers. It is designed to inform and inspire students’ (audiences’) imaginations.
While the subject matter of the play is aligned to the Australian National Curriculum outcomes for students in years 6 and 9 it is a wonderful opportunity to provide context to all students and community members for the ANZAC commemorations that will take place locally, nationally and internationally in 2015.
FUNDRAISER SUCCESS $1500 RAISED
Great news Joshua New https://www.mycause.com.au/page/87133/thegiftofluckytheyoungdiggersdog
We raised $1500 towards the YOUNG DIGGERS DOG SQUAD!
Thanks to all those who donated time, money and talent to make Saturday night’s SIDESHOW ALLEY Fundraiser Event at Avalon House Harrietville such a success.
Return of The Muddling Magician!
FAM are revisiting the show that really started it all THE MUDDLING MAGICIAN.
Myrtleford audiences will meet the King, Queen & The Magician and friends at the Club Savoy on Thursday 11 December 7pm.
Book on line at www.trybooking.com/DZAZ
The Word is spreading about FAM
Thanks to Morgan Pinder and www.monkeysaidthemushroom.wordpress.com
for asking about FAM and what we do!
FAM Presents to Mount Beauty Probus Club
Its been so busy I forgot to thank the Mount Beauty Probus group for inviting me to speak a few weeks back.
They were warm and welcoming. I introduced my self as a “frustrated Thespian” hilarious thing was my mic technique wasn’t up to scratch, it cut out a little and a gentleman didn’t hear me correctly and thought I said I was a “frustrated lesbian!” Classic!
He has given me permission to use that story as my opener next time I present.
I noted a couple of frustrated Thespians among the the group I might add.
Thank you to Eleni Wood for the opportunity.
Mount Beauty Probus Presentation
Its been so busy I forgot to thank the Mount Beauty Probus group for inviting me to speak a few weeks back.
They were warm and welcoming . I introduced my self as a “frustrated Thespian” hilarious thing was my mic technique wasn’t up to scratch, it cut out a little and a gentleman didn’t hear me correctly and thought I said I was a “frustrated lesbian!” Classic!
He has given me permission to use that story as my opener next time I present.
I noted a couple of frustrated Thespians among the the group I might add.
Thank you the Eleni Wood for the opportunity.
Audiences can travel in comfort!
Thanks to Alpine Spirit Coaches of Myrtleford audiences can travel in comfort to our Bright Spring Festival show AN EVENING WITH FAM Oct 31 to Nov 3.
Return coach travel $25pp reservations must be made with Show tickets by Friday 24 October.
Show tickets $25pp Rated M www.trybooking.com.au/FMJZ
Coach Departures
Albury Railway Station 6pm sharp
Wodonga Old Railway Station 6.10pm
Yackandandah Post Office 6.30pm
Myrtleford VLine Coach stop 7.05pm
Arrive High Country Motor Inn Bright 7.30pm for 8pm Show (Duration approx 90mins) Depart Bright approx 10pm.
On the Home Front Rehearsals
Our very first read through of On the Home Front was incredibly moving. A play about the experiences of three Australia women as their loved ones serve during WWI.
This original work by Pieta Swann BA (Educational Theatre), Grad Dip Ed forms part of our ANZAC 100 Years school incursions program for 2015.
Sideshow Alley a Hit with Audiences
Thursday night’s premier of Sideshow Alley in Harrietville’s Avalon House was “Brilliant” “Funny” “So entertaining!” Just some of the reviews from audience members.
Writer Pauline Thompson’s character’s came to life in a way we, the cast and crew couldn’t have imagined. We were blown away by the enthusiasm of our audience. Truly a shared experience we will remember.
Wow can’t wait for tonight’s show to begin!