Blog | Crewkerne United Dramatic & Operatic Society(CUDOS)

Dinner Dance

Dave Brolly
Aug 27, 2019

An 80’s themed dinner dance on Saturday 9th November 2019 at Victoria Hall, Crewkerne at 7pm

3 course meal - Live music - 80’s dress is optional

£30 per person

80’s Themed Menu

Starter:

Prawn cocktail with brown bread and butter or (B) Melon boat with orange sail

Main:

Chicken Chasseur or (B) Filo Pastry vegetable parcel, both served with potatoes and seasonal vegetables

Dessert:

Black forest gateaux and fresh cream

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Contact Robert Judge 07540178746 or e mail robjudge@hotmail.co.uk with any dietary requirements.

Payment and completed forms by the 1st November

Forms and payment either:

Electronically - Bank payment: sort code 40 18 25 account number 1136952

(please put dinner dance as reference when paying by bank transfer), forms to robjudge@hotmail.co.uk

Paper form/cash/cheque - Robert Judge 2 Legion Mews, Hermitage Street, Crewkerne, Somerset TA18 8EW or pass to Wendy Elliott

Can I drop the cash into Cudos on 12th September or 14th I am doing FOH so can give the cash to Wendy. xx

Name:

Starter A or B

Main A or B

Payment:

Cash/cheque/bank transfer.

*** Please note minimum age 18 years ***

Hi all hope you all had a fantastic Bank Holiday weekend and I know some of you were down the hall working very hard on the Sound of Music set, from the pics I've seen it's coming together really well. Rehearsals are coming together and I for one can't wait to see the finished product, remember to grab your tickets and support your society and friends.

There are a few events coming up so make sure you read the whole newsletter and get the dates in your diary. See you all soon. Kerry.xx

THE SOUND OF MUSIC 11 - 14 September

7:30pm nightly 2:30 Sat Matinee

Don’t delay in getting your tickets if you haven’t got them already - the hills will soon be alive with the sound of music, a lot of hard work, as usual, is going into the show and it’s nice to have the “Von Trapp” junior members joining us. Tickets £10 (£8.50 concession) available from www.cudoscrewkerne.com or Wendy on 01460 74380. Any problems email us on cudostickets@gmail.com

Set build continues, any help will be appreciated. Please note children under 16 are not permitted at set builds/set break, Please remember to wear sensible shoes!!).

The fundraising ‘FRIENDS’ quiz has sold out. Watch this space for details of bingo/cream tea.

WORKSHOP 22 SEPTEMBER

9:30 - 5:30 Cost £15

David Richie of HOUSE OF THEATRE is to hold another workshop (Devising Stagecraft and Confidence) for adult members, the workshop held in 2017 was much enjoyed and found to be most beneficial by those who took part. Spaces are still available, book your place with Kerry at kerrypeters@live.com or on 07557 447078. Payment must be made in advance, you will need to bring a packed lunch but hot and cold drinks will be provided.

FAMILY RACE NIGHT

Due to unforeseen circumstances the race night on the 21st September has had to be postponed. Watch this space and Facebook for the new date.

CHRISTMAS CONCERT 6/7 December inc Matinee

Directors - John & Lucy Perry

The 1st rehearsal is on Monday 23rd September at 7.30 in the Victoria Hall. Come along and find out more, the concerts are always fun. Rehearsals will be on a Monday and Thursday evening until 24th October after which rehearsals move to once a week, night to be announced.

DINNER DANCE Saturday 9th November 2019

Details and booking form attached. Why not bring friends and make up a table.

NODA LONG SERVICE AWARDS

Some of us have long service awards, if you are due to update yours (awarded every 5 years) or feel you are eligible to buy one, please contact Wendy to see if you meet the criteria and if so, we can get “the ball rolling”. We would like these to be awarded at the Dinner Dance so applications must be in by 9th October.

MILES BROWNING

It was with much sadness that we heard of the passing of Miles, taken far too soon. Miles was a stalwart member of Crewkerne Players and then CUDOS following the merger with CAOS. Miles was an accomplished actor with great comic timing and he “embraced” the song and dance needed for musicals. He served on the Committee for many years and was the Society Archivist. In recognition of all his hard work and commitment, he was awarded Life Membership. We shall miss you Miles. Our condolences go to his family.

July News Letter

Dave Brolly
Jul 2, 2019

CHAIRMAN'S CHAT

Hi all, Firstly massive congratulations to all who have been cast in The Sound of Music. We were so lucky to have all that talent to choose from, it also brings new members to our CUDOS family and I know our members will give them a warm welcome. There are a few exciting events coming up this year so make sure you jot those dates down so you don't miss out. Here’s to another exciting few months in the CUDOS calendar. Kerry.xx

MEMBERSHIP/PATRONS FEES

Fees became due for renewal in March and should be sent to Wendy Elliott, 9 Winyards View, Crewkerne TA188HZ (cheques made payable to CUDOS) or catch up with her at rehearsal. If you would prefer to pay by bank transfer contact Wendy for details.

Individual £25

Junior £10

Family £50

Patrons

Vice President £32

Individual £8

Couples £13

Business £20

AGATHA CRUSTY AND THE VILLAGE HALL MURDERS by Derek Webb 8 - 11 May

Director Ann Brolly

A great success, fun to perform and enjoyed by the audience with only a handful of unsold seats, making a tidy profit.

Congratulations to Keith Allington who was awarded the Luvvies Award for his portrayal of the Reverend Toby Bishop.

PANTO - DICK WHITTINGTON

A good time was had by all who went to the Awards Evening and we are delighted to have come home with:

Winner:

Romantic Duet - Natalie Gowan & Jas Cook

Nominations:

Villain - Richard Walters

Junior Animal - Lottie Dixon

Promising Young Performer - Lottie Dixon

Comedy Duo -Will Scott-Robinson & Kerry Peters

Village Stage Management

Chorus

Congratulations to everyone and to Leonie Dash on her Directorial debut.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC 11 - 14 September

7:30pm nightly 2:30 Sat Matinee

Director Dendy Harris

MD Matthew Rock

Choreographer Danika Gawronski

CAST:

Maria Jess Payne

Cpt Von Trapp Christopher Holman-Holmes

Liesl Eleanor Shenton

Louisa Lillie Woodhead

Friedrich Joshua Beaumont

Kurt Christian Barry

Brigitta Daisy Dexter

Marta Elouise Church

Gretl Sienna Isaacs

Mother Abbess Judith Payne

Sister Berthe Rosa Atkinson

Sister Margaretta Sheena Wilkins

Sister Sophia Jo Lyons

Frau Schmidt Cathie Warner

Max Tomas Lowe

Rolf Jacob Edwards

Franz Mark Payne

NUNS/ENSEMBLE

Ollie Dodson Rachel Brunt

Georgia England Millie-Jane House

Lisa-Marie House Sue Miller

Imogen Wyatt

Tickets priced £10 (£8.50 concession) will go on sale to members/patrons on 1st July and on general release on 8th July, available from www.cudoscrewkerne.com or Wendy on 01460 74380.

WORKSHOP 22 SEPTEMBER

9:30 - 5:30 Cost £15

David Richie of HOUSE OF THEATRE is to hold another workshop (Devising Stagecraft and Confidence) for adult members, the workshop held in 2017 was much enjoyed and found to be most beneficial by those who took part. Space is limited to 12 so don’t delay, book your place with Kerry at kerrypeters@live.com or on 07557 447078. Payment must be made in advance, you will need to bring a packed lunch but hot and cold drinks will be provided.

PLAY AND MUSICAL 2020

We are looking for Directors for the 2020 play and musical. If you feel you would like to produce for CUDOS please speak to Chairman Kerry or a Committee member with shows you would like to put forward to direct.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

It has been decided due to difficulties in filling prominent roles within production teams, that the Committee will consider, on an individual basis, that members may receive an honorarium from the show budget.

BEST WISHES TO

Sarah Clark, Polly Bray, Miles Browning, Hazel Axe, Trevor Starr who have been unwell, We wish you well on your road to recovery.

DIARY DATES

11- 14 Sept Sound of Music

Inc Matinee

21 Sept Race Night

22 Sept Adult Workshop

23 Sept 1st Rehearsal Christmas Concert

18 Oct Quiz - Oscars

28 Oct Panto Workshop - Aladdin

30 Oct Panto Workshop

3 Nov Panto Auditions