The at times rather unsettling ensemble keeping the show together, and looming over businessman Herman Preysing.  

The 'handsome Baron' (played by Andrew Smith) and aspiring Hollywood star 'Flaemmchen' (Charlotte Dunn) shake a wicked leg together. We're all anticipating that Tiffany Cawthorne's choreography is going to get even more challenging! But sure to keep us all fit, and provide lots of laughs. 

The show incorporates an array of dance styles, such as the Foxtrot, Waltz and Charleston - brought, er, 'expertly' together here by Andrew and Charlie.

(Music used is not from the production - for copyright reasons and also to spare the MD's blushes) 

Director Alan Marshall attempting to keep the bell boys and 'sculls' in line. We're a few rehearsals in, with the main focus so far on the complex, multifaceted opening sequence. Each and every member of the company has an essential role in the story, with attention to detail on the physicality and personality of every single character.

GH Artwork by Matthew Banwell

What a great first rehearsal.   Thanks Tiff, Gary and the assembled Company for hard work and great fun.   It can't always be like that.   Or can it?

Alan

THE CAST

After rigorous singing, dance and acting auditions, the cast is finally announced (rehearsals start on Sunday 5th Feb)...

For the full cast list, go to the CAST page, which will soon feature more details of the company.

Director: Alan Marshall 
Musical Director: Gary Spruce  (full production credits to follow)

Book by Luther Davis, Music & Lyrics by Robert Wright and George Forrest

Based on a Vicki Baum novel. By arrangement with the Turner Broadcasting Company -owner of the motion picture "Grand Hotel". Additional music and lyrics by Maury Yeston