Comedy-drama at little theatre

The play "Tribute", to be performed by Woy Woy Little Theatre in February, is a comedy-drama set in present-day New York.

It takes the form of a tribute night for Scottie Templeton (Alan Bird), a man who has done just about everything in the world of show business.

During his life, Scottie has made many friends through his ability to make people see the humour in every situation.

His long-time friend and manager Lou Daniels (John Hickey) opens the proceedings and hosts the tribute night, while a number of recent events in Scotty's life are enacted through intermingling flashbacks.

Always the clown, Scottie has never had a great deal of success with personal relationships.

It is therefore with mixed emotions that Scottie is forced to face his most dramatic personal crisis at the very time that his former wife, Maggie (Judy Dungate), brings his estranged son, Jud (Ric Payne), to stay.

Add to this powerful combination Scottie's newest "friend", Sally (Jo Cooper), and the professional demands placed on him by his long-time doctor, Gladys (Colleen Bracher), and sparks are bound to fly.

Director Fran Kendall said: "Rehearsals are going extremely well for this wonderful play.

"The powerful dialogue full of comedy, drama and pathos gives the cast something fulfilling with which to work and I am excited to see the cast develop their characters.

"As usual Bob Farmer is invaluable as stage manager and everybody involved proves what a professional group we have at Woy Woy Little Theatre."

Dates for the production are Fridays, February 2, 9 and 16 at 8pm, Saturdays, February 3, 10 and 17 at 8pm, Saturday, February 17 at 2pm, and Sundays, February 4 and 11 at 2pm.

Ticket prices are adult $15, concession $12 and child $5 (under 16 years).

Bookings may be made at the Olympic General Store, Blackwall Rd, Woy Woy (opposite the Olympic swimming pool) on 4341 4067.

Discounts are available for group bookings of 10 or more and for season tickets.

Tickets not picked up and paid for 10 minutes before the show may be sold.

Auditions will be held for "The Anniversary" by Bill McIlwraith, directed by Barabara Hickey, on Tuesday, February 20, and Thursday, February 22, at 7.30pm at Woy Woy Public School.

Performance dates will be from May 25 to June 9.

For further information, telephone 4341 2931.

Steve Cummings, December 8