FISHGUARD MUSICAL THEATRE SOCIETY is getting in great voice for its latest production, Oliver, which will be staged at Ysgol Bro Gwaun on April 12, 13 and 14.

The society was set up in 2016 by director Clare Malone Hallet. Since then it has gone from strength to strength, putting on sell-out performances of Whistle Down the Wind, Magic of the Musicals and Brassed Off and raising around £10,000 for Fishguard’s Theatr Gwaun.

Now boasting more than 80 members the group has outgrown its original venue and is using the bigger stage and venue of Ysgol Bro Gwaun to put on Lionel Bart’s musical classic, Oliver.

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Talented young choreographer Caitlin Howe is working on some stunning routines with the 64-strong cast, ranging in age from four to 74, while seasoned musician Non Harries is helping them produce some glorious vocals. Expect a guest appearance by the award-winning Goodwick Brass Band too.

“I am thrilled with how hard everyone has worked toward this our next musical,” said Clare.

“Our new choreographer Caitlin has impressed me no end. It’s also been great to have Non, our musical director, and very exciting to be using a band for the show.

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“There is a wonderfully strong production team in place now and they are amazing.

“The group has transitioned seamlessly to our new rehearsal space at the Phoenix Centre and we look forward to moving in to the host venue, Ysgol Bro Gwaun.

“This is set to be a great musical. We ask you continue to support us, following the success of our other shows. Oliver will amaze you.”

The society is currently looking for support through sponsorship as well as ticket sales. It is not for profit group and run on a purely voluntary basis, with members paying a nominal £2 a session to cover venue hire and insurance costs.

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Anyone who is able to help with sponsorship for venue, set hire and other costs can contact Clare on 07932963633 or e-mail fishguardmusicalsociety@gmail.com. Sponsorship will be acknowledged in the programme and through publicity.

Any profit made from Oliver will go towards the group’s next production, with a percentage of it invested into community projects voted on by the members.

Tickets for this brilliant production are available from https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/event/228585 or from Creswell’s Cafe, Fishguard.