The Future's So Bright ...

Thanks to all of you who came along to see 'Sweeney Todd, Demon Barber of Fleet Street'. Once again, it was a huge success and we're delighted with the accolades we've received from our wonderful audience. They truly are a refection of the blood, sweat and tears that go into putting together a production like this. Without every single member, volunteer and worker it just wouldn't happen.

One audience member, Brian Allen, said:

"That was amazing! A great show- and we're still buzzing about it. 

The quality of the performers and music was like being in a West End show. 

Keep it up! I want to see more, more, more!"

Show week is always a week of mixed emotions. Stressful- and also full of fun and laughter. Memories are made and ambitions soar, as we think about our next project.

It's a time of great change for JMTC- our regular home, Jarrow Community Centre is undergoing refurbishment and we are temporarily moving to new rehearsal and performance spaces. We have a few ideas up our sleeve to keep our audience entertained for the coming year and believe us when we say that we will have something extra special in store for our return home. Watch this space! The future's so bright!

Meanwhile- here are a few memories...

One Week Until Opening Night!

It's only one week until opening night. We are so excited to be bringing 'Sweeney Todd: Demon Barber of Fleet Street' to life! It's been a busy few weeks.

We have been working hard- as always. The musical numbers are sounding fantastic and the action is looking great. The stage is starting to come together. The back cloth is up and Sweeney's chair is in place; placing us firmly in the heart of London for this chilling tale.

The next week will be a busy one! Final rehearsals are taking place. The lights will go in and there'll be tech runs, band calls and dress rehearsals... until finally... this time next week, it will almost be time for curtain up.

We hope you've got your tickets- and if you haven't- don't worry, there are still some left and you can book directly from this blog. Just look to your right! We can't wait to see you there!

The Principal Cast

28 Days and Counting!!!

Well the final countdown has begun to our fantastic show, Sondheim's, 'Sweeney Todd: Demon Barber of Fleet Street'. The lyrics are being brushed up, the lines are being learned and the props are just about sorted! We're getting there! 

Our cast will soon be stepping up their time in rehearsals to make sure that this show really sparkles. Hard work continues from all of the cast, crew, production and front of house teams to make sure that our audience are just as thrilled as they were last year with our Noda Award Winning production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's, 'Whistle Down the Wind'.

It just seems like yesterday when we had our photoshoot- and I promised you pictures!!! So here are the final edits.

We hope they give you taste for the show ahead- and remember to book your tickets. They're available directly from this blog.

All photographs and editing are courtesy of Jillaine Reay Hindson.

Photoshoot Day!

The weather was good to us on Sunday for our photoshoot which took place in the area around The Customs' House.

Before heading down to the docks we started in Union Barbers in Jarrow. They kindly allowed us to use their shop while they went about the business of cutting hair! We couldn't tempt any of their customers to a shave with a cut-throat razor though! I wonder why not?

Photoshoot day is always entertaining. We meet up- usually in costume and usually in a car park- we carry strange props and bits and pieces and it usually draws a bit of interest from passers by wondering who the weird people are. Yes! That'll be us!

The weeks are flying by as we continue to work hard on all of the different aspects of our show. It's looking like it'll be another fabulous show.

Photos will follow soon- but here's a little taster for you! Click the link on the right to book tickets. We look forward to seeing you there.

Anyone for a pie?

The time has flown by since our magical pantomime, Cinderella. We can't believe that we're already into the month of March! Only about two months until the opening night of Sweeney Todd, Demon Barber of Fleet Street. We're so excited about this production and we're delighted that we've been able to include some of younger members to help give this production real authenticity. Everyone is so busy learning songs and lines, designing set, props and costumes, preparing the musical arrangements, selling tickets- the list is endless. Keep checking back for more news and remember to book your tickets quickly. They go on sale on March 8th at 6pm and they're available by phone from the ticket hotline or online at Ticket Source. Details are on this blog.

Panto Season is Here Again!

Can you believe that it's been almost a year since our last pantomime? How time has flown! This year we bring you the traditional tale of 'Cinderella'- a firm family favourite for the festive season. 'Cinderella' is showing from 1st - 4th December at Jarrow Community Centre. 

A couple of weeks ago we had our photoshoot. We were lucky enough to spend the morning at the wonderful Lambton Castle, right in the heart of the Lambton Estate, County Durham. It provided the perfect backdrop for our photographs. All of JMTC send a huge thanks to Bob Duff, Lambton Estate Events Manager for his kindness and generosity.

JMTC were delighted to be joined by David Brennan, Stagedoor Photography, who provided our publicity photos this year. David's wife, Beverley, even came along to lend a hand.

It was an extra fun morning as our good friends, Dryburn Theatre Workshop, joined us at Lambton Castle as they are performing Cinderella in February 2017. 

Here are a few fun photos of the two groups together.

Grayson, Lawrence and 'Malcolm in the Middle' not Cinderella!

Getting ready for the photoshoot

Get your wig on Malcolm!

A glimpse of Bob and David

JMTC and DTW
Another Opening of Another Show!

Our Summer Concert is almost here!

Following the success of our amazing, 6 NODA Award nominated show, 'Whistle Down the Wind', we're busy rehearsing for our Summer Concert! No rest for the wicked as they say! Why not come along to one of our Summer nights and enjoy a selection of songs from popular musicals?

Simply email jill.reay@yahoo.co.uk for tickets.