Programme 1979 – 83rd Minstrel Show and 4 ‘N’ 20 Blackbirds

1979

NAPIER FRIVOITY MINSTRELS

our 83rd year

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NAPIER FRIVOLITY MINSTRELS INC.

proudly present their

83rd MINSTREL SHOW

followed by their 1979 Pantomime

4 ‘N’ 20 BLACKBIRDS

Produced by (Mrs) Marie Hall

WELCOME TO THE FRIVS

FOREWORD BY THE PRESIDENT

Welcome once again to a night out with the “Frivs”. I hope you get as much pleasure from watching our production as we, the cast, get in presenting it to you.

Belonging to the Frivs is just not belonging to another organisation. We have 83 years of non-stop tradition behind us, which we still try to incorporate in our present day productions: Many traditions over the years have been ‘swept under the carpet”, but not so with the Frivs, a record we are justly proud of. The Frivs are listed in the “Dunmore” Book of Records as the longest established continuous theatrical organisation in New Zealand.

In conclusion may I take this opportunity to congratulate all members of the Frivs for indeed another fine production, and to our audience, thank you for your continued support.

John Ferguson

This important role with the Frivs is played by Fay Rogers. A most capable and energetic person ideally suited to the demands of an exacting job.

Fay has been with the Frivs for 22 years in many varied capacities such as wardrobe mistress, make-up supervisor, prompt, on stage and secretary.

The Frivs would like to thank Fay for all the long hours of work she (Secretory) has given to the Society.

Fay Rogers
(Secretary)

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The Production Team

Our Producer, Marie Hall has once again brought together a colourful, and fast-moving production. Co-ordinating a large cast of chorus, principals, orchestra, backstage personnel, is a mammoth task, and I‘m sure you will agree, expertly executed. Marie has been with the Frivs now for four years, this being her second as producer for the entire show.

Tonight’s performance is the just reward for the many hours of hard work Marie has giver to the Frivs.

To the whole production team, the Frivs say a big ‘thank you”.

PRODUCER
Marie Hall

MUSICAL DIRECTOR
Edith Ferguson, R.M.T.

Edith Ferguson is responsible for the high standard of choral work and orchestra co-ordination. Many hours were spent choosing and arranging the music for tonight’s performance. A registered music teacher of piano and theory this is her sixth year with the Frivs.

PIANIST
Joy Coulam

Joy Coulam, as pianist, has a very important role with the Frivs. All members are very appreciative of the hours Joy spends at rehearsals and the Frivs are indeed fortunate to have Joy as official pianist. Joy has held this position since joining the Society in 1973,.

CHOREOGRAPHER
Dawn Mayo

Dawn Mayo, choreographer with the Frivs for two years has added much to the production with her bright arrangements of dancing and movement. A former dancer with the Frivs we are indeed pleased to have Dawn in this important capacity.

WARDROBE MISTRESS
Evelyn Foster

Evelyn Foster, for the 2nd year running has enhanced this performance with her bright and colourful costuming, & should be a very important part of any production. The Frivs are also pleased to welcome Evelyn on stage this year as well.

STAGE MANAGER
Colin Goble

Colin Goble expertly controls a large backstage team, as well as overseeing the large task of designing and building the scenery. Colin is responsible for setting up the show once on tour and for 10 years has been a very valued member of the Society. Thanks to Colin and his team for another fine effort.

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Meet Mr Interlocutor and the Cornermen

Roger Williams
“Mr Sambo”

Glyn Lawrence
“Mr Moses”

Gary Hosegood
“Mr Bones”

Alec Wishart
“Mr Interlocutor”

Michael Coats
“Mr Rastus”

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FOR YOUR ENTERTAINMENT

The Frivs 83rd Minstrel Show

Producer/ Director:   MARIE HALL
Musical Director:   EDITH FERGUSON R.M.T.
Choreographer:   DAWN MAYO

Overture:   SOUTHERN MELODIES WITH THE FRIVS ORCHESTRA

1.   The Frivs open with “THE BEST THINGS IN LIFE ARE FREE”, “WHEEZY ANNA”, “BEYOND THE BLUE HORIZON”.

2.   “RAGTIME MINSTREL BAND” (Mr Sambo), “ON THE MISSISSIPPI” (Mr Moses), “DUSKY STEVEDORE” (Mr Bones).

3.    “BABY IT’S COLD OUTSIDE”, “BRING ME SUNSHINE” with the Company.

4.   “POKAREKARE”, “TAHI NEI TARU KINO”, the Company.

5.   “STAIRWAY TO THE STARS (Mr Sambo and Sue), “ELMERS TUNE” featuring our Dancers, “BEGIN THE BEGUINE” featuring Mr Moses.

6.   “AUTUMN LEAVES” with Rita and the Frivettes.

7.   Mr Interlocutor sings “HARVEST OF LOVE”.

8.   “YOU DON’T BRING ME FLOWERS ANYMORE”, a lovely duo by Evelyn and Graeme.

9.   The Company and Dancers have fun with “RASPUTIN”.

10.   “WHEN THE MIDNIGHT CHOO CHOO LEAVES FOR ALABAM”, the Company, “LILY OF LAGUNA”, with Margaret, Alec and Dancers, “BILL BAILEY” and “AROUND THE WORLD”, the entire Company.

11.   A MEDLEY OF BLACK & WHITE MINSTREL SONGS, The Company.

12.   The Orchestra features in “JAZZ IN DEM DERE HORNS”.

13.   Wendy, Christine and Kerry dance “THE RHYTHM OF LIFE”.

14.   JOHN and ALEC present our version of the comedy duo “HINGE AND BRACKET” singing ‘GILBERT & SULLIVAN”.

15.   The Company close with a NOSTALGIC MEDLEY OF WAR SONGS.

INTERMISSION

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THE NAPIER FRIVOLITY MINSTRELS INC.

present

THEIR 1979 PANTOMIME

4 ‘N’ 20 BLACKBIRDS

Producer/ Director:   MARIE HALL
Musical Director:   EDITH FERGUSON R.M.T.
Choreographer:   DAWN MAYO

CHARACTERS IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE

THE COURT CHAMBERLAIN   MICHAEL COATS
QUEEN DILLY   ALEC WISHART
PRINCE VALENTINE   JUNE LAWRENCE
PRINCESS ROSEMARY   ROWENA GODFREY
SIMPLE SIMON   ROGER WILLIAMS
DAME DURDON   GLYN LAWRENCE
WITCH WATT   MARGARET ATKINS
FAIRY GOSSAMER   CLARE MANNING
FLIP   PAM SMITH
FLOP   SUE WILTON
KING FERDINAND   GRAEME THOMPSON
CHORUS OF TOWNSPEOPLE, DANCERS AS THE BLACKBIRDS.

MUSICAL NUMBERS
1.   ENTR’ACTE.
2.   BRING YOUR SMILE ALONG.
3.   TAKING A CHANCE ON LOVE.
4.   WISH ME A RAINBOW.
5.   LET A SMILE BE YOUR UMBRELLA.
6.   SING A SONG OF SIXPENCE.
7.   EVERYTHING AT HOME GOES UNDERNEATH THE BED.
8.   COME UP AND SEE ME SOMETIME

SCENES
Scene 1:   KINGDOM OF CORNUCOPIA
Scene 2:   PALACE.
Scene 3:   HAUNTED BEDROOM.
Scene 4:   COURTYARD OF THE PALACE
Scene 5:   WITCH’S LAIR.

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Introducing On Stage

Margaret Atkins

John Ferguson

Fay Rogers

Clare Manning

Ken Smith

Judy Anderson

Pam Smith

Graeme Thompson

June Lawrence

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Our Dancing Team

These girls come from Hastings, Taradale and Napier and the Frivs are indeed pleased to have such talented dancers in the production. The girls always bring the necessary zest and zing to any performance.

Christine Cross

Wendy Taylor

Our Patron

Wally Ireland – a true “Friv” – has been a member since 1918, a total of 61 consecutive years, not having missed a year in all that time. Apart from being our first ever patron, Wally has been on stage, backstage, President and is now in charge of the catering facilities for rehearsals at the Frivs Hall. Congratulations from the Frivs.

Wally Ireland

Kerry Atkins

Back (left to right):   LEON SPEAKMAN (Bass), MAURICE BARTLETT (Drums), CLIFF HOWELL (Trom), ROBERT REID (Trumpet), GARY GREENTREE (Sax.), MURRAY BURNELL (Sax.), FRANCIS TURNER (Cello).
Front: RAY BLEWDEN, (Violin), CHARLES JUKES (Violin), EDITH FERGUSON (Musical Director), JOY COULAM (Pianist), JOHN REED (Clarinet), BOB BOSTON (Drums).

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The Cast of 1979

Christine Mead

Mike Curley

Evelyn Foster

Heather Parnell

Sue Wilton

Rowena Godfrey

Des Billman

Rita James

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NO PERFORMANCE WOULD BE COMPLETE WITHOUT THE VERY DEPENDABLE ASSISTANCE OF OUR BACK-STAGE PERSONNEL.

Back (left to right):   COLIN GOBLE (Stage Manager), ALAN SPIVEY (Asst. Stage Manager), ALBERT MELLOR (Backstage), ISA MELLOR (Asst. Wardrobe Mistress), DAVE THOMAS (Backstage), ROD HATFIELD (Sound Technician).
Front:   DIANE GOBLE (Backstage/Make-up), NANCY JOHNSON (Lights/Backstage), EVELYN FOSTER (Wardrobe Mistress), FAY ROGERS (Prompt/Make up).
Inset: NEIL PARKIN (Backstage).   Absent: KEN SUTTON (Lighting Technician).

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