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An original work written and devised by Adrian barnes, Laurel Devenie, Georgia Keighery and martyn Wood. Original score by Pat Wilson. Directed by Adrian Barnes. PLUS Post-Production Forum: Using an interactive format, this hour long workshop saw our creative team present participants with a unique and realistic insight into producing independent theatre in Sydney.
Proudly presented by big M Productions & Focus Theatre Devised as the star vehicle for the return of Julie Andrews and Carol Burnett to the Broadway stage, Putting It Together is a musical celebration of the agony and ecstasy of marriage. Comprising songs from the shows of Stephen Sondheim, some of the best singing talent in Sydney bring you a review of modern relationships. Whether you're starting one up, rolling along, or struggling to keep one going, you'll cry with laughter and recognition at these songs from the best of Broadway. What they're saying about 'Putting It Together'
Director - Pete Nettell The director of Putting It Together is Pete Nettell, founder of Focus Theatre, who is also responsible for the innovative sell-out seasons of Sondheim's Assassins (2003) and Into the Woods (2004) for New Theatre. Focus Theatre is one of Sydney's leading independent theatre companies whose previous productions include the Australian premiers of Out in the Open (Darlinghurst Theatre), Handbag (Downstairs Seymour Centre) and Get a life …coach (finalist, Short & Sweet 2005). This cauldron of talent is guaranteed to produce a quality commercial musical played with a twist! What they said about... Assassins - Gary Fishlock SX News Handbag - Veronica Hannon, SX News Into the Woods - Veronica Hannon SX News
Don't Call Us... We'll Call You!
When best friends Kate Sizzle and Gemma Wonder apply for WIDA (Women’s Institute of Dramatic Artists) only one of them is accepted. How will this devastating news effect their lifelong friendship and their never-ending quest for stardom? Don’t Call Us... We’ll Call You! brilliantly encapsulates the trials and tribulations of this hilarious yet heart warming journey as Kate & Gemma struggle to hit the big time. Maria O'Hare and Sigrid Langford-Scherf, as old friends, have indeed drawn on plenty of experience in writing this cabaret. With over 30 years of combined singing and acting expertise their innate humour, intelligence and infectious chemistry will evoke much laughter and thoroughly entertain audiences.
Sigrid is an amazing vocalist whose performances are nothing short of captivating. With more than twelve years of formal training and award recognitions, her genres include cabaret, theatre, jazz and hard-edged funk. She continues to impress audiences around Sydney with her profound ability and extraordinary stage presence. Musical Director - Andrew Davidson Andrew is a NIDA graduate who has worked with many successful performers as both a director and musical director. His recent cabaret credits include directing Joanna Weinberg and Natalie Gamsu in Two Divas: One Comeback, Amie McKenna's Australian Idiot (2005), Kaye Tuckerman's Man-eater (2003) and Andrew Threfell's Significant Others (2003). With charm, style, humour and intelligence Andrew's influence on the show will be invaluable. Reviews "Sigrid L-S & Maria O'Hare are the real deal - Patsy & Edina should be afraid, Very afraid!!" Bev Kennedy, The Producers, We will Rock You. “It’s really fun to watch these two play with each other and the audience. Did I really say that?” Adrian Barnes, The Actors Centre |
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As
a successful singer songwriter and businesswomen in the UK for over
12 years Maria has now started her own company, 
big
M productions. With this new found freedom comes a fresh burst of
creativity, which along with many other projects, delves into the
wonderful world of cabaret. With extensive experience in musical
theatre, Jazz and popular music and Maria's natural ability to entertain
with vibrancy and a zest for life, this girl is certainly one to
keep your eye on.