SOUND OF MUSIC: Meet Rolf

Hello again, Jon here and what an adventure it's been over the last couple of years! Two years ago I came to you from the depths of dirty London in Oliver! and last year from disco-lovin' Philadelphia in Sister Act. This year I'm speaking to you from the hills of Austria where I've taken the part of Rolf. 

Rehearsals for me so far have been quite relaxed in comparison to previous years but I'm sure they'll be kicking up a gear as the show gets closer! My favourite part of rehearsals has been watching the children bloom and grow (like Edelweiss!), they're all such talented performers and for some of them this is their first ever show - I hope you enjoy watching them as much as they've enjoyed preparing!

I've always been interested in the history of World War II so have found playing a Nazi character particularly poignant, I just hope the audience will feel some of the emotion when they see it on stage. 

Pamela Hardy RIP

Pam's funeral was held on Monday 12th March 2018 at the Christian Brethren Church Whitehaven at 1pm. Many family and friends were in attendance.

Pam was a member of Whitehaven and District Operatic Society for many years and although she never trod the stage boards, she was vital in her work back stage, helping with costumes and make up. She also became the Front of House Manager and would be dressed in her best with her brief case running everything out front.

Pam suffered with Dementia later in her life eventually being cared for in a nursing home, and this is where she died in 2018.

Pam was and is fondly remembered by many in the society to this day.

Pam joined WADAOS as a result of her Granddaughters interest. Taking part in shows from a young age Sheridan is still performing in our productions and is a member of the committee.

Her Grandson Ryan also sits as a member of the committee and she would have been well pleased that he also helps with Front of house in her footsteps.