Cinderella
Over the Christmas period I am the choreographer for First Familys production of Cinderella at the Bristol Hippodrome.
Tickets available from the box office.
See my interview with Andy Ford here
Wish Upon a Prince
I have been involved with the creation of a new musical for the whole family entitled 'Wish Upon A Prince' and was thrilled to be asked to be the choreographer. Look out for a UK tour next year.
Promo video here
Ivor Novello and the Great British Musical
On Sunday 23rd June I am the movement director for 'Ivor Novello and the Great British Musical' at the St James Theatre. Inspired by the legacy of Novello, the show highlights other British theatre composers including Noel Coward, Julian Slade, Leslie Bricusse and Andrew Lloyd Webber. Join Russell Grant and pianist Ross Leadbeater for 'a glamorous night' in celebration of the works of Ivor Novello - the most successful British musical theatre composer of the early 20th century.
Joining Russell Grant on stage are leading singers from the West End and the world of opera including Katy Treharne (Alternate Christine in The Phantom of the Opera), Annatt Bass (The Phantom of the Opera), Martin Milnes (The Pirates of Penzance, Gielgud Theatre) and some very special guests.
Review Here
Aladdin - Bristol Hippodrome
Over the Christmas period I am the choreographer for Aladdin at the Bristol Hippodrome.
The show runs from Friday 7th December until Sunday 6th January.
Disney's My Son Pinocchio: Geppetto's Musical Tale.
On Friday 2nd March I am one of the choreographers for An Evening with David Hasselhoff at indigO2
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Aladdin - Milton Keynes Theatre
Over the Christmas period I was the choreographer for Aladdin at the Milton Keynes Theatre.
The show ran from Friday 9th December 2011until Sunday 15th January 2012. The cast includes: Gareth Gates, Paul Burling, Anita Dobson, Russell Grant, Camilla Dallerup and Nicola Brazil.
Published Tuesday 13 December 2011 at 10:19 by Jean Rush in The Stage
Eric Potts has written eight panto scripts this year, as well as appearing as Dame in Wimbledon, so he knows his business. All the traditional elements are in this show, combined with strong TV influences.As well as joining in the usual running gags, the audience starts to clap along as soon as Gareth Gates as Aladdin begins to sing. Three Genies are listed above the title - Camilla Dallerup for most of the run, Russell Grant guesting from December 20-24 and Anita Dobson from 26-31, and Strictly Come Dancing’s theme tune is played every time the Genie of the Lamp is mentioned.
Camilla is gorgeous, and has a couple of good routines with the excellent team of eight dancers. The Genie of the Ring (Djalenga Scott) is outstanding, and Adam Pearce is a convincing villain as Abanazer.
Some good slapstick includes a naughty version of The 12 Days of Christmas involving five toilet rolls thrown around the auditorium, and the show is dominated by Britain’s Got Talent finalist Paul Burling as Wishee Washee, with an incredible range of impersonations. Production values are superb, with lavish sets and a beautifully decorated front of house to get the audience in the mood.
Aladdin - Liverpool Empire
Once again I am involved with First Family Entertainment in their production of 'Aladdin' which is being staged at the Liverpool Empire. I am the resident Choreographer.The show runs from December 10th until January 2nd 2011.
Aladdin
Published Wednesday 15 December 2010 in The Stage by Chris High
With an on stage time of just fourteen minutes, Pamela Anderson is certainly an expensive bauble to add to The Empire’s Christmas tree, so it is good to report that this First Family production of Aladdin is such a success. With a set and costumes designed by Terry Parsons that glitter at every twirl, Ian Talbot’s direction makes sure that the real substance of what lies beneath comes across in some slick performances.
Marc Mulcahey and Dani Rayner as Aladdin and Princess Jasmine are far from overshadowed by their more experienced colleagues and provide the real glamour and some top-notch vocals, but it is stalwarts Les Dennis as Wishee Washee and Mark Moraghan as an Abanazar nasty enough to receive the requisite boos in abundance, who are the real engine that drives the show. For her part, Anderson genuinely gets into the Christmas spirit and is clearly not adverse to a little self-deprecation as the “most powerful and downloaded Genie of all time”.
Then there’s Sean Kearns as a larger than life Twankey, in an array of costumes ranging from washing baskets to boxes of noodles, and Conleth Kane as fall guy Major Pong, providing the silliness that every panto needs.
There are some glitches. Occasionally the live orchestra threatens to drown out the actors and there are one or two issues with microphones stalling, but overall wonderful effects, song and dance routines that are truly outstanding and enthusiasm that does credit to all concerned ensures Aladdin provides more than its fair share of magic.
Choreographer for First Family Pantomime Auditions
During September and early October I am the choreographer for the Ensemble and Juvenile Chorus auditions for this years First Family Pantomimes across the country.
Wedding of Eamon Holmes & Ruth Langsford
During June I was employed by Hello Magazine to be the choreographer for the wedding of Eamon Holmes and Ruth Langsford.
Queues round the block at Wimbledon Panto auditions
During September and early October 2009 I was choreographing the Juvenile Chorus/Ensemble auditions for First Family Entertainment Pantomimes.
Peter Pan Auditions
On Monday (28th September) I am the choreographer for the ensemble auditions for First Family Entertainments production of Peter Pan at the Liverpool Empire. The show opens in December 2009.
Queues round the block at Wimbledon Panto auditions
HUNDREDS of children flocked to the New Wimbledon Theatre for its Christmas pantomime, Aladdin.
The auditions were part of the Robinsons Search for a Star initiative, a collaboration between Robinsons squash and First Family Entertainment, which is seeking out the pantomime stars of tomorrow.
Kevin Wood, chief executive of First Family Entertainment and head judge said: "Essentially, the kids are here to have fun.
"The auditions are great because they encourage kids to leave behind the video games and TV and sign up to dance schools.
"Robinsons' involvement in this year's production has been brilliant. It gets more people involved in local theatre. We also have a lot more money for things like costumes. "All the kids are winners here. They got up this morning and selected themselves."
Philip Joel, choreographer and dance captain for the show said: "We're looking for performers with personality. Charisma and stage presence are very important. "It's a great bunch of kids here today. I've seen lots of smiley faces."
Elise Nichol, 9, from Westminster was one of the many children queuing up to audition. She said: "I love acting. You can be anything you want to be on stage. I'm always singing in front of the mirror at home with my hairbrush." Georgia Cook Mackenzie, 13, from North Cheam was successful in the auditions. She said: "It's my birthday today. I'm so pleased to win, it's really made my day. "I enjoy being on stage and having my parents watch. I'm going to be very busy over Christmas!"
Rehearsals start on 16 Nov and the run begins on 5 Dec, with a special guest appearance from Brian Blessed.
HUNDREDS of children flocked to the New Wimbledon Theatre for its Christmas pantomime, Aladdin.
The auditions were part of the Robinsons Search for a Star initiative, a collaboration between Robinsons squash and First Family Entertainment, which is seeking out the pantomime stars of tomorrow.
Kevin Wood, chief executive of First Family Entertainment and head judge said: "Essentially, the kids are here to have fun.
"The auditions are great because they encourage kids to leave behind the video games and TV and sign up to dance schools.
"Robinsons' involvement in this year's production has been brilliant. It gets more people involved in local theatre. We also have a lot more money for things like costumes. "All the kids are winners here. They got up this morning and selected themselves."
Philip Joel, choreographer and dance captain for the show said: "We're looking for performers with personality. Charisma and stage presence are very important. "It's a great bunch of kids here today. I've seen lots of smiley faces."
Elise Nichol, 9, from Westminster was one of the many children queuing up to audition. She said: "I love acting. You can be anything you want to be on stage. I'm always singing in front of the mirror at home with my hairbrush." Georgia Cook Mackenzie, 13, from North Cheam was successful in the auditions. She said: "It's my birthday today. I'm so pleased to win, it's really made my day. "I enjoy being on stage and having my parents watch. I'm going to be very busy over Christmas!"
Rehearsals start on 16 Nov and the run begins on 5 Dec, with a special guest appearance from Brian Blessed.
First Family Entertainment Juvenile Chorus/Ensemble Auditions
During September and early October 2009 I was choreographing the Juvenile Chorus/Ensemble auditions for First Family Entertainment Pantomimes.
