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The first audiences to enjoy a live presentation of new British musical TESS greeted the sell-out workshop at the RSC’s studio theatre with a standing ovation.
The show, directed by Ian Page, won rapturous reviews from audiences, with comments such as ‘spectacular’, ‘amazing’ and ‘a smash hit in the making’. The reviews were just as good, with Stagey Lady complimenting “a score of both substance and style, and an evocative libretto”, while the Stratford Herald welcomed “an incredible range of songs and emotions” and “moments to treasure”, adding: “The Other Place was certainly buzzing with the excitement of being there at the start of something.” Composed by Michael Blore, with book and lyrics by award-winning playwright Michael Davies, TESS is a fully sung-through adaptation of Thomas Hardy’s much-loved epic Tess of the d’Urbervilles and can be heard in a concept album recording starring Siobhan Dillon, Tam Mutu and Simon Bailey, available to listen to free by signing up to join #TeamTess on the website www.tessthemusical.com/album.
For regular news and updates about the show and its development, follow @MusicalTess on social media.
Read again 'How to make a musical' blogs by TESS lyricist Michael Davies on WhatsOnStage: Part 1: From page to concept album - WhatsOnStage Part 2: Putting it out there - WhatsOnStage Part 3: Tiptoeing towards the stage - WhatsOnStage Part 4: Seeing is believing - WhatsOnStage
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New British musical TESS will feature in a special showcase evening at London’s renowned Pleasance Theatre. Staged by Edward Baxter Productions, the Composure event puts the spotlight on new musicals composed by “provocative, emerging writers.”
INNOVATIVE MUSICAL WRITING The producers promise an “enthralling” evening, with the opportunity to “experience the forefront of bold, innovative musical writing before anyone else”, adding: “This night is to showcase the Sondheims, Jason Robert Browns and Pasek and Pauls of tomorrow!”
“It’s great to have Tess back on board,” says producer Edward Baxter. “We believe such a brilliant show deserves a bigger audience.” NIGHT PROJECT THEATRE Meanwhile, rehearsals are well under way for a first ever workshop performance of TESS at The Other Place in Stratford-upon-Avon early next year, with tickets going on sale very soon. For more information go to nightprojecttheatre.co.uk
For more information about the showcase follow @theEdwardBaxter, where you can also find @MusicalTess, or visit www.pleasance.co.uk/event/composure
Read again 'How to make a musical' blogs by TESS lyricist Michael Davies on WhatsOnStage: Part 1: From page to concept album - WhatsOnStage Part 2: Putting it out there - WhatsOnStage Part 3: Tiptoeing towards the stage - WhatsOnStage |
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