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• Sep 9th 2010

* Impact Theatre Company – Finchley, are proud to announce their next production “HOT MIKADO” The show will be performed in March 2011 at the fabulous Arts Depot, Finchley, London.

9th September

We are looking for an accomplished singer and dancer to play the lead part part of YUM-YUM: The middle sister, and the typical whimsical romantic heroine you’d expect from any old school movie. She is betrothed to Ko-Ko but in love with Nanki-Poo. Sweet, yet commanding. Strong movement to dance necessary. (Soprano, Bb 3 to G5)

Picture a little Japanese town (“Titipu”) where flirting is punishable by death. Unsurprisingly its citizens are finding the law rather tiresome. They appoint a lowly tailor Ko-Ko as Lord High Executioner, himself condemned for flirting and so not likely to execute anyone. Throw in a love quadrangle between Ko-Ko, the beautiful Yum-Yum, her ardent admirer Nanki-Poo and the man-eater Katisha.  Add a very cool-cat Mikado and Pooh-Bah, a bit of tap,  a lot of dance, eight-part harmony, scorching songs, a witty script and an on-stage swing and jazz band and what do you get??  HOT MIKADO

Adapted from Gilbert and Sullivan’s “The Mikado”, this sophisticated, hot Gospel show lives or dies on the verve, energy and enthusiasm of the cast.  With plenty of dancing, movement and singing, the Hot Mikado provides plenty for everybody.  It is IMPACT’s biggest challenge so far  but one we can’t wait to get started with. You would be “loco” to miss this one!

If you are interested in performing, check out our website on http://www.impacttheatre.org.uk for further details and email Amanda on amanda [at] impacttheatre [dot] org [dot] uk with your CV

ABOUT IMPACT

Impact is a hugely creative and contemporary theatre company, founded by actress Amanda Noar and  now in its 13th year.  From humble beginnings with just a handful of locals, Impact has now evolved into a thriving and highly successful theatre company.  Cast members are from all over North London, from various cultural backgrounds and of all age groups.

The company based in Finchley, North London is essentially made up of amateurs, drama students and “resting pro’s”. Impact prides itself on being a community orientated group and never turning anyone away, providing they are enthusiastic and willing to have a go.

Each year Impact puts together a number of activities, theatrical workshops, reviews, play readings and various fundraisers for both adults and children. The year always culminates in a major musical show. Not only well known favourites such as “Annie” and “Little Shop of Horrors” but also the lesser known avant-garde musical that gives audiences a taste of something unusual.

Impact now has a dedicated group of performers numbering between 40-60 and also a very loyal following in the community, that has resulted in sell out performances for all our shows.

Each year Impact stages a musical the profits from which are donated to charity.  We are anxious to stress that our main aim is to provide an opportunity for enthusiastic people of all ages and abilities to develop their interests in all aspects of the theatre while at the same time raising money for worthwhile charities. To date we have raised over £100,000 for good causes including:

Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, War Child, Cancer Care, Sargent Cancer Care for Children, Breast Cancer Unit – Northwick Park Hospital, Rett Syndrome Association, Karen Morris Memorial Trust, Haemappeal, Royal Free Hospital, Richard House Children’s Hospice, Variety Club of Great Britain – Sunshine Coaches, Fight for Life, Cystic Fibrosis, Wizo – Aviv, Bobath Centre for Children with Cerebral Palsy, Look Good…Feel Better UK., Treehouse Charity for Autism Education.

Impact’s patron, Neil Morrissey, is much more than just a name at the top of our headed paper. Not only does he donate his time for fundraising events, he often attends rehearsals offering encouragement and professional advice.  Even at the performances, you can sometimes catch him shaking a charity bucket or trying to charm you into buying raffle tickets.

Impact’s reputation has grown dramatically over recent years, earning television coverage on shows such as “London Tonight” and “This Morning” as well as featuring in many articles in local and National press.

Impact are London winners of the The 2010 National Operatic and Dramatic Association Flame Award for “Inspiration Contribution to the Pursuit of Excellence in Theatre.

If any further information about you want IMPACT and its activities, please do not hesitate to contact Amanda Noar.

Webpage: http://www.impacttheatre.org.uk