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Wish the cast of Aladdin good luck with its production of the pantomine

REPORT FROM MR LEE MARTIN ON A PROPOSED NEW CHEMOTHERAPY CENTRE AT UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL AINTREE Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women and accounts for nearly 1 in 3 of all cancers. There has been an increase in the number of women diagnosed with breast cancer and in the UK, approximately 41,000 new breast cancers occur each year. Despite this increasing number, there has been a 30% increase in patients surviving breast cancer. This is probably secondary to improved breast awareness, detection and screening programmes in addition to a rapid expansion in the number of patients receiving chemotherapy and other new exciting anti-cancer agents. These changes in clinical practice have outstripped the ability of the National Health Service to provide suitable facilities where chemotherapy is delivered. The rapid expansion in the number of patients receiving chemotherapy has also occurred for many other cancers including lung and colorectal. Over the last few years at University Hospital Aintree, chemotherapy has been administered in several different locations, in order to cope with the rising demand. None of the sites have been ideal and currently treatment is delivered in the Eye Clinic at Walton Hospital. Clatterbridge Centre for Oncology (CCO), with the support of the Merseyside and Cheshire Cancer Network (MCCN) are currently reviewing the strategy for improving chemotherapy facilities across Merseyside and Cheshire, to make facilities fit for purpose. CCO are considering designating and using 4 major chemotherapy centres, one of which could be University Hospital Aintree. This would allow a greater de-centralisation of services from Clatterbridge Centre for Oncology, enabling delivery of chemotherapy as close to the patient’s home as possible, avoiding unnecessary travel. It is proposed that The Marina Dalglish Centre for Oncology would be a major refurbishment of an existing build at University Hospital Aintree to provide the ideal environment for patients to receive chemotherapy. The advice and support of the Merseyside and Cheshire Cancer Network and CCO would ensure that this project would meet all current standards. In addition to the provision of chemotherapy services, we would hope to offer other supportive care including complimentary and homeopathic treatments and practices. A designated drop in centre, information and support area would also be provided. The Marina Dalglish Centre for Oncology would enable patients to receive adjuvant therapies as would be fitting for the 21st century. The proceeds from tonight’s performance of ‘Aladdin’ will go to the Marina Dalglish Breast Cancer Appeal

Director’s Notes Well, here we go again with a second ensemble production by the Creative Team of Saint John Plessington Catholic College. This time it is the turn of “Aladdin”, the popular pantomime to receive the Plessington treatment. I would like to take this opportunity to welcome the choirs of Saint Anne’s and Saint John’s Year 4, 5 and 6 pupils to the school. I would also like to thank our Year 7 choir for their involvement. They will be making a significant creative and musical contribution to tonight’s festivities. Pantomime is fun. It is entertainment where, like the old holy days or holidays, the irreverent bard of misrule has his day. The fool becomes the king, and vice versa. Wise and witty comments are placed in the context of wild anarchic comedy. Nevertheless, the genre has its roots in the history of the Italian Commedia Dell Arte with its hero, heroine, buffoon and villain. Ultimately, good triumphs over evil. We hope that you thoroughly enjoy our evening of pure fun and entertainment, and that you leave our new music and drama hall with a warm Christmas glow in you. J. Owen Director

Rehearsals The cast really seemed to enjoy the rehearsals. It was quite a change from working on “The Crucible”, which was a rather serious piece. This time the cast had a lot of fun working on the jokes in the script. As you can see from the pictures, they had a fantastic time.

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The Principal Cast

Aladdin - John Barton-Ward

This is my first school production, and I have learned a lot from the experience. It’s been hard work, but also a lot of fun. Daniel Curtis - Sergeant Woo Working on “Aladdin” was a really exciting experience, so thanks to everyone who put it together. I’m really glad the proceeds are going to the Marina Dalglish Appeal.

Abanaza - Kyle Fraser

“Aladdin” has been very exciting for me because I have never done a comedy play before. It has also been useful for me to extend my acting skills. Thanks to Mr. Owen, Trish Gill and Miss Boast for helping me through the play. Natalie O’Brien - Princess Opal “Aladdin” was great fun! It was an enjoyable experience, and everyone was lovely to work with. Well done! Thanks to everyone.

The Empress - Jennie McCann “Aladdin” has been fab! I have really enjoyed it. I hope you all enjoy this production as much as I have. Many thanks to Mr. Owen and Miss Boast for making another successful production. Leanne Neagle - Fairy Nokia I really enjoyed being a part of “Aladdin”. I had great fun, and made some brilliant new friends. It has been great to be involved in this production, hopefully it won’t be my last. I would just like to thank Mr. Owen for all his help.

Fairy Nokia - Rebecca Phoenix I had so much fun doing “Aladdin”! Rehearsals were hilarious, and I’m so glad to be part of another school production. I hope you enjoy it as much as I have. Abbie Randles - Delilah Twankey It’s great to be back, and working with “The Crucible” team again. Rehearsals were hilarious as usual. Hope you all have a great time, and join in! It’s been fab!!

Roxy the Genie - Hannah Storer Roxy is such a fiery, larger than life character compared to Elizabeth Proctor, whom I played last summer. I’ve had such a laugh working with everyone, and I wish to say thanks to everyone indeed!

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Ensemble Cast Laura Byrne Jennifer Cass Yasmine Coumbe Jodi Edwards Nichol Edwards Francis Fearon Chantelle Grey Daniel Hesketh Chaloe Jeria-Medina Hayley O’Brien Rachel McCasey Lauren McWilliams Catherine Neal Victoria Rees Liam Williams

Thanks to Trish Gill and Hannah Storer for all the great work they did with the ensemble group.

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The Choirs St. John’s Catholic Junior Ava Hodgkinson, Jessica Hallas, Joshua Doyle, Roisin O’Brien, Francesca Markey, Georgina Ellison-Burkhill, Alisha Pimblett, Thandeka Sibanda, Natalie Griffiths, Daniel Daly, Kieron Morgan, Elizabeth Forshaw, Drew Griffiths, Niamh Holt, Lydia Kearns, Heather Kearns, Lauren Lefebvre, Charlotte Maxwell, Chelsea Pamplin, Hannah Ruddy, Charlotte Wealthy, Ellen Anderson, Sean Flaherty, Joshua Maddocks, Megan Lawler, Lucy McKeon, Jessica Shonely, Melanie Ferguson, Daniel Holgate, Luke Higgins, Ciaran Daly, Ruth Mitchell, Beth Jones and Andrew Connell.

St. Annes Catholic Primary Lucy Bennion, Rachael Rooney, Ailis Boggan, Callum Burridge, Casey Grice, Panash Chando, April Croft, Stephen Healey, Lucy Gough, Michael Jones, Reece Kane, Sophie Leahy, Callum Rooney, Courtney Wynne, Jordan Thompson, Connor Shaw, Samantha Potter, Genevieve Neal, Jessica Murphy, Damian McLaughlin, Jemma Mc Dermott, Martin Ormond, Abbi-Leigh Hesketh, Emily Ward, Rhys Hanlon, Sarah Jayne Eaton, Rebecca Doyle, Cy Longstaff, Katie Holvey, Lauren Burridge, Lucy Ward, Elisha Mc Mahon, Jody-Luke Rimmer-Browning, Natasha Johns

St. John Plessington Catholic College – Year 7 Choir Emma Kerr, Kelly Lyons, Kayleigh Taaffe, Amy Whitby, Sherece Williams, Rosie Neal, Samantha Gallagher, Kimberly Davies, Andrea McLaughlin, Emma Kewley, Shannon Kelly, Lewis Jones, Ben Davis, Chloe Dedman, Stacey Barker, Laura Basber, Maria Baker, Tom Brown, Christy Hamner, Joyleen Pemhenai, Jemma Tunstall, Natalie McCulloch, Sophie Stewart, Chelsea Jackson, Lauren Bale, Catherine Finegan, Rebecca Allen, Emily Guttridge, Sarah Leahy, Pamela Smith, Lauren Dickson, Charlotte Clarke, Selina Richards, Emily Jones and Holly Harvey

A note from Miss Horne The chance of working with our feeder primary schools has been a challenge and a privilege. The response we received from the pupils to take part was amazing. The pupils worked incredibly hard throughout the rehearsals, and were extremely enthusiastic when singing. Their teachers were very supportive, and I am sure they will be proud of their own pupils on the night. I hope that they enjoy the performance as much as we do, and I hope to work with these talented pupils again in the future. I would like to thank Mr. Austin for all his hard work arranging much of the music in this pantomime, and rehearsing with pupils. I would also like to thank the musicians for playing, and taking part with enthusiasm. Finally I would like to thank all of the choir members who have worked so hard and, I’m sure, will sing fantastically. Miss Horne

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Production Crew Director – Jack Owen Director’s Assistant – Trish Gill Musical Directors/ Arrangers – Richard Austin/ Hannah Horne Costume – Katie McAlister/ Carole Sefton Make-Up – Lisa Herbertson Publicity – Mandy Boast Stage Management – Kate McCormack House Management – Derek Kitchin Set Construction – John Kennedy/ Tony Anderson/ Barry Shillinglaw Technicians – Jodie Stott/Deiniol Cowley Lights and Sound – Wednesday: Matthew Cromwell, Simon Glascott, Dave Keenan, Tommy Corkill Thursday: Stacey Lee, Hayley Ryan, Steven Keeler, Dave Sergison Refreshments Parents and Friends of Plessington Backstage: Kath Trigg, Heather Arnold, Paula Redmond and Rachel Clark. Thanks: to all staff, caretakers and parents who have contributed to this production in any way. Your efforts are much appreciated.

The Band Rhythm Bass – Piano/ String synth – Drums – Guitar –

Mr. R Austin Miss. J Carter Mr. L Somata Mr. R Woods

Horns Soprano Saxophone – Alto Saxophone – Tenor Saxophone –

Mr. P Shotton Mrs. K Wariner Miss. A Benson

A note from the Music Department The Music Department is looking forward to a very exciting and busy year starting off with our involvement in this production of ‘Aladdin’. Next week we have the traditional Carol Service. Rehearsals will start again with vigour in the New Year for the school’s production of the musical ‘Grease’. The year will culminate with a musical evening, a sing-along-showstopper and a performance of Elgar’s ‘Dreams of Geronitus’ at the Royal Albert Hall. I hope to see you at some of these events. Miss J. Stott Head of Music

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