Revenge, Pies & Murder at Holroyd
Expect revenge, murder and plenty of meat pies in Holroyd Musical and Dramatic Society’s production of Sweeney Todd, The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.
Jordan Vassallo directs one of Stephen Sondheim’s most popular musicals opening on Friday 15th May, 2015 at the Red Gum Centre in Wentworthville.
Sweeney Todd is a handsome skilled barber who returns from a 15 year exile to seek revenge on the man who ruined his life and kept him away from his wife and daughter. When revenge eludes him, Sweeney Todd’s appetite for murder grows and with the support of Mrs Lovett, a neighbour and pie maker, together they form a hilariously wicked team.
“The comic timing of Mrs Lovett against the severity of Sweeney Todd lends itself to great on stage chemistry,” said Vassallo. “The black humour along with stunning side terror and a sensational musical score with our wonderful 16 piece orchestra makes this show one not to be missed.”
Blending elements of comedy and crimeHolroyd Musical and Dramatic Society’s Sweeney Todd, The Demon Barber of Fleet Street will run until Saturday 23rdMay. Performances times are 2pm and 8pm for Saturday shows and 8pm for Friday shows.
Director Jordan Vassallo said, “I’m very excited to be directing Sweeney Todd. It’s my third production with Holroyd Musical and Dramatic Society and I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to direct such a fascinating musical thriller.”
Sweeney Todd, The Demon Barber of Fleet Street will be staged atThe Redgum Centre, 2 Lane Street, Wentworthville. Tickets cost $30 adults and $25 concession. Meat pies will be sold before and during interval.
This production contains strong themes and moderate violence. Not recommended for persons under 15 years of age.
Performances:
Friday 15thMay 8pm (Opening night)
Saturday 16thMay 2pm & 8pm
Friday 22ndMay 8pm
Saturday 23rdMay 2pm & 8pm
Tickets available at www.hmds.org.auvia email tickets.hmds@gmail.comor via phone 0497 051 798. Choose your own seats when you book online at www.hmds.org.au.
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