THE Frome Musical Theatre Company (FMTC) gathered for their annual Dinner Dance & Star Awards on Saturday 3rd September.
The event took place at the Assembly Rooms and organisers say that it was a wonderful evening of celebration. They say, “A lovely dinner, provided by Simon Dredge caterers, was followed by the awards ceremony which took place on stage in the Frome Memorial Theatre and then a disco.
“As well as the Star Awards, three National Operatic and Dramatic Association long service medals were presented to Cherry Hill, Sandra Elmer and Teresa Isaacson, each for 25 years’ service. These were presented by FMTC president Humphrey Barnes.
“Cherry first performed with the company in 1968 as Little Miss Snow in Carousel. After a bit of a break, she returned to perform in various pantomimes and spring shows, has helped with make-up, been a member of the executive committee and held positions including social chairman and autumn show producer.
“Sandra’s journey with FMTC started in 1987, perfecting quick changes and taking on the role of wardrobe mistress for several shows. She also produced the pantomime Puss in Boots for the company in 1990 and held the position of producer for Opera Group which later became Show Stoppers, until it dissolved a few years ago. She has sat on the executive committee for a number of years as vice chair, chair and is still an active member.
“Teresa started performing on stage at the age of seven with Trowbridge Amateur Operatic Society and has been fortunate to perform in many wonderful shows in other societies as well as Frome. Shows such as Carousel, the Hired Man, Beauty and the Beast, Hello Dolly as well as several pantomimes. Teresa’s favourite roles include Lily in the Secret Garden, Mrs Lovett in Sweeny Todd.”
Star Award Winners:
• Best Female Singing Performance – Dora Bishop (Shrek) sponsored by Butterfly Care
• Best Male Singing Performance – David Hynds (Shrek) sponsored by Taylor Brothers Builders Limited
• Best Young Female Performer – Ella Evans (Bugsy Malone) sponsored by Penleigh Farm Traditional Butchers
• Best Young Male Performer – Harry Stamp (Bugsy Malone) sponsored by Wayne Kelly Independent Funeral Directors
• Best Cameo Performance – George Langley (Shrek) sponsored by White Row Farm
• Unsung Hero – James Bynoth sponsored by Salisbury Printing
• Best Comic Performance – Davey Evans (Shrek) sponsored by Garston Vets
• Best Supporting Actress – Abi Baker (Bugsy Malone & Dick Whittington) sponsored by Domesticare
• Best Supporting Actor – Ben Griffiths (Dick Whittington) sponsored by Lilley’s Cider
• Outstanding Contribution – Hannah Denning sponsored by Danceworks
• Best Actress – Nicole Masters (Shrek) sponsored by Frome Memorial Theatre Trust
• Best Actor – Jon O’Loughlin (Shrek) sponsored by Kingfisher Wealth Management Ltd
• President’s Award for Under 21 Singing Performance – Lauren Penney (Shrek)
• Commendation certificates were also awarded to Oliver Andrews, Millie Westmacott and Alice Beach (Young Shrek and Young Fionas).
Tickets for Cinderella are on sale from the Frome Memorial Theatre box office. Call 01373 462795 or visit www.frome memorialtheatre.org.uk for more information.
