Jackie Titley
Jackie was one of the Founder members of Newtown Musical Theatre Company, or Newtown and District Churches Amateur Operatic Society as it was in known back in 1982. She is still an active member of the company today. Over the years Jackie has taken on many roles in varied productions from G&S to compilation shows, musicals and was thrilled to be part of our very own world premier, Lorna Doone. Some other favourite characters she has portrayed over the years include Mrs. Molloy in Hello Dolly, Czipra in Gipsy Baron, Lady Blanche in Princess Ida and is very much looking forward to playing her next challenging role – a Munchkin in The Wizard of Oz!, very versatile. During this time she has held several positions within the NMTC committee, 16yrs of those as Chairman of the company. She helps with directing, choreography and costumes, a real all rounder who appreciates all aspects of staging a show. During her time as Chairperson she was keen to encourage and develop the potential of the company so that it became accessible to all, ensuring that everyone had the opportunity to perform. She was keen to encourage young performers to fulfill their talent on stage. It is a testament to her that so many young actors are treading the boards today within the company. Jackie runs a family home for people with learning difficulties who all enjoy attending the shows, helping with props, painting and helping with the mail shots, and singing along. Jackie is happily married to Ian Hogg, Treasurer for the NODA Wales and Ireland region and an active member of NMTC. Jackie is an active member of NODA, thoroughly enjoys the NODA conferences and currently holds the position of secretary for the same region. Jackie is looking forward to the company’s next production, The Wizard of Oz in March/ April and hopes all of the company enjoy their journey over the rainbow.
AAODS AWARDS Jill Murray(Chairman AAODS) presented Laura Sydney with the AAODS Shield for Best Performer for her portrayal of Belle in the Junior performance of Beauty and the Beast. Jill Murray (AAODS Chairman) presented Tom Mogford with the AAODS Shield for Best Performer for his portrayal of Lumiere in the Junior performance of Beauty and the Beast This is the second year running Tom has received this award.
THEY’RE OFF TO SEE THE WIZARD!!!! Newtown MTC are busy rehearsing their production of the timeless classic The Wizard Of Oz. The cast includes: Dorothy Gale - Josephine Bowen / Katy Collins, Toto - Bertie, Aunt Em / Glinda - Adele Hopkins, Uncle Henry / Guard - Les Skilton, Zeke / Cowardly Lion John Bowen, Hickory / Tinman - Gareth McMurdo, Hunk / Scarecrow - Andrew Bond, Miss Gultch / Wicked Witch - Bev Southall, Prof Marvel / Wizard - Mike Clarke. Directors : Kat Bond / Chris Clarke. Musical Director : Sarah Astley Davies (The wife)March 30 – 1st April. 7.30pm, Theatre Hafren, Newtown, Powys April 2nd. 2.30pm and 7.30pm Tickets £11, conc. £10. Family Ticket £38
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