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Post by Buff on Feb 19, 2009 9:05:35 GMT 11
I've heard a couple of others, but I always feel strange sharing casting news if it's not "official". I'm the same so I only post the ones are know are correct. Some more casting news that has leaked out includes: Dylan Yeandle Jess Brownrigg Nathan Wheldon I believe all have lead roles ;-) Oh, and word is Nathan's band have been approached to play Was Dylan in LC's production of "Footlloose" a few years back? He was really good in that show if it is him. Buff  |
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Post by Lana on Feb 19, 2009 18:04:51 GMT 11
Liz Corrick is in the ensemble, as well.
And Dylan was in Music of the Night years ago, but I don't suppose anyone remembers that!
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Post by stuartloone on Feb 19, 2009 20:37:36 GMT 11
You picked it Buff. Dylan was the lead in Footloose.
Also, at the time we were putting it on, he was on Ch7's popstars. Got into the Top 30 or something?
Very talented young man.
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Post by paulie on Feb 20, 2009 5:56:34 GMT 11
Great cast - but when is the "official announcement" due? It's been ages since the auditions, so no wonder it's all leaking out bit by bit.
There are loads of Players people involved - do I sense a Players/LMS joint venture or alliance of sorts? Stranger things have happened...
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Post by Buff on Feb 20, 2009 8:39:44 GMT 11
And Dylan was in Music of the Night years ago, but I don't suppose anyone remembers that! I remember it being on but I didn't get to see it. It was a PTB show with Brett Budgeon, Josh Lowe, Brendon Markos, you and a few others performed at the Casino. No arguments there. Great cast - but when is the "official announcement" due? According to the Stage Manager, posting on Facebook, should be announced today. Another cast member is Jono Butler. A strong actor/singer who just finished at the Grammar School. Buff |
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Post by Buff on Feb 20, 2009 15:28:41 GMT 11
Cast announcement has been delayed to early next week.
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Post by Di on Feb 21, 2009 17:36:05 GMT 11
Official Rent Cast List as released today
Mark Cohen - Travis Hennessey
Roger Davis - Nathan Wheldon
Tom Collins - Patrick O'Halloran
Mimi Márquez - Angela Robinson
Angel Dumott Schunard - Dylan Yeandle
Joanne Jefferson - Jessica Brownrigg
Maureen Johnson - Tessa Dunstan
Benjamin "Benny" Coffin III - Rod Beaver
Ensemble:
Alex Thompson
Ashton Maher
Ava Campbell
Bianca Stephens
Ellie Biffin
Jade Howard
James Harrison
James Whitmore
Jonathon Butler
Kerri Gay
Laurel Atkins
Liz Beaver
Liz Corrick
Lucie Gilmour
Lyndell Geeves
Mark Horner
Matthew Garwood
Peter Richardson
Ryan Burlak
Samantha Hammersley
Shani Saint-Aulbins
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Post by Buff on Feb 21, 2009 17:39:54 GMT 11
Thanks for that, Di! A lot of names I recognise in there (and quite a few I don't) but looks like a pretty good line up. Buff |
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Post by Di on Feb 21, 2009 17:47:07 GMT 11
It is a fabulous cast with heaps of talent.
Some new names in there for me too which is great to see.
I am looking forward to working with them all on the show.
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Post by Buff on May 20, 2009 16:57:22 GMT 11
The official launch for "Rent" is tonight. Hopefully they'll get a good turn out. Buff |
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Post by encoretheatre on Jul 22, 2009 17:53:07 GMT 11
Dear Phil, Jeff & the entire Rent company,
With opening night upon you we wanted to take a few moments of your time to wish the cast, crew and production team of Rent every success for your season.
Along with you, we are lucky to share a city that enjoys an enduring passion for the theatre. Perhaps, as Arthur Miller put it, "The Theatre is so endlessly fascinating because it is so accidental. It's much like life."
And Rent, of course, is very much about life – the struggles, the joys, the despair and importantly, making the most of what you have today.
With your hard work and talent you are sowing seeds of creativity, inspiration and accomplishment. And we have no doubt that Launceston audiences will reap the benefits of your efforts this week.
On behalf of the entire team from Encore Theatre Company, we say ‘break a leg’ and we look forward to cheering you on from the other side of the footlights tonight.
Kind regards,
Jamie, BJ, Wendy, Matt, Nic, Di & Peter
Encore Theatre Company Committee.
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Post by Buff on Jul 24, 2009 15:15:57 GMT 11
Really positive review in the Examienr today - congratulations on all involved in the show! Buff |
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Post by Lana on Jul 24, 2009 20:28:50 GMT 11
I thought it was a fantastic show, but I'm not sure I agree with the review. Tessa, Travis and Dylan were standouts for me. All the leads were strong but those three were as good as any professional cast I've seen.
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Post by Buff on Jul 27, 2009 10:08:03 GMT 11
I had not seen the show prior to Saturday night so can't compare to anything but Tessa, Dylan and Travis were great. Tessa's "performance" scene was pure brilliance. It's would be a strange scene to perform, but she made it work so well. The whole show I was thinking "Gee Travis is playing this very understated" but towards the end when he is told by Nathan's character (having a mental blank - very tired!) tells him he's always on the outside observing, never getting involved it really made sense. Mrs Buff said Dylan was here favourite role and that he was perfect. I found it hard to argue. My highlight? Being a musician, the singing of "Seasons of Love" at the start of the second act. The two soloist (Samantha Hammersley and Lyndell Geeves) blew me away, and I don't impress easily). I know both those two and heard them sing many times before, but they stepped up a notch or two. Really enjoyed the show. Buff |
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