The Sound of Musicals: ''truly outstanding!"

Julie Kirk Thomas a former pupil of Janice Sutton Theatre School, Skegness was an audience member for last weeks performance and had the following to say: “Every year I look forward to returning to the Embassy Theatre, Skegness to enjoy their latest production. These shows are always of a very high standard, but this one is truly outstanding! Most notably the high energy choreography from the schools talented professional teacher Andrew Davidson, combined with the work of musical theatre teacher  Claire Smith, makes for a very sleek production”.

Julie (68) whose CV is impressive is still happily teaching a diversity of classes ranging from children’s musical theatre workshops to Zumba Gold classes for seniors, including her 88 year old mum attending via Zoom! Her accolades are numerous- amongst other things she was a cast member of the original West-End production of Evita, appeared in Indiana Jones and The Temple of Doom, worked with the Royal Shakespeare Company, was an original Benny Hill Angel and she also danced with Dougie Squires' Second Generation Dance Group as did a few other of Janice’s pupils.  

“From an early age, Janice’s school (formally in the High Street) became my second home. It is where my love of performing was nurtured and my hopes and dreams fulfilled.  How wonderful it is to see generation after generation experiencing the same opportunity to develop their talents through discipline, encouragement and confidence building. If you have children/grandchildren do not miss this chance to light the flame of ‘the joy of dance’ and all it has to offer. Get them off those screens!”

The Sound of Musicals – The Embassy Theatre, Skegness Thursday, 20th and Thursday 27th August. Curtain up: 7.30pm. Tickets: £22 for adults. £15 for children. Embassy Theatre 01754-474100