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St Wilfrids Organization for Religious Drama |
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The story of Joseph can be found in chapters 37-50 of the first book of The Bible, Genesis. It tells how he was beloved by his father, hated by his brothers, falsely imprisoned, and exalted by Paroah. Look deeper and we see that Joseph never doubted that God was with him and that he always put God first. His rough treatment of his brothers when they came to Cannaan was no act of revenge, but to recall to them the terrible deed for which he forgave them. Through Joseph in Egypt, God saved the people of Israel. So look at Jesus, Gods Son, sent into the world, hated and crucified, but now exalted, Prince of peace and Lord of all, who forgives us all our sins. May we accept His forgiveness, put Him first in our own lives, and be sure that He is always with us – Rejoice!
Scenes Production Team.
Louisa is the driving force behind SWORD and provides the initial vision for
Musical Director – Elizabeth Cox "How can I keep from singing?" This is the title of a song but, as Aled Jones said recently in a concert at which I was present, this is so apt for him! Yes, I think the same could be said for me! Singing has been a huge part of my life for as long as I can remember and I still enjoy it !! Singing in the Church Choir in my youth, receiving singing lessons at Birmingham Conservatoire, participating in the Birmingham Competitive Music Festival laid the foundation for my musical life. Sacred music has always been very special to me as I do believe that our gifts come from God. I have been able to serve Him through my singing. The biblical texts brought to life through music add an extra dimension to my Christian faith. Working with SWORD over many years has given me some wonderful opportunities to share music and drama with Christian friends. I am fortunate to sing with Leicester based chamber choir, the Cecilian Singers, together with OSJ Voices (Choir of the Orchestra of St. John’s, Smith Square, Westminster) when I have an opportunity to sing with a top-ranking professional orchestra in a unique setting.
Anne studied at Alsager college and Bretton Hall, Leeds university. She is a fulltime music teacher at a local college. Many of the students in the band are her pupils. Her work involves conducting and working with orchestras and choirs. She has been involved with music for youth competition, Sainsburys choir of the year, B.F.Y.C and Llangothlen Eistedffod. Past musicals include Hopes and Dreams, My Fair Lady, West side Story, Oliver and many more.
Choreography – Chin Kong Yien Production Managers – James Ireland, Mark Wood
Cast Profile
Phil lives in Great Glen, and is a Mobile Chiropodist. He enjoys his work, particularly the fact that he meets many different people, and is serving the community. He has been involved with the Main Street Theatre Company in Great Glen in many productions, too numerous to mention. He is particularly looking forward to his gran seeing him in this production, as she was unwell last year. He urges every one to enjoy the show and sing along!! Phil is soon to become a member of St Wilfrids church
Lizzie has always wanted to play the narrator role in Joseph, having seen her two sisters in the original proffesional production at The Haymarket. She was in Godspell at The Haymarket and Grease in Market Harborough. Lizzie is a trained Nursery Nurse, and works from home as a registered childminder. She has really enjoyed working with new friends over the past few months, and says it has been great fun. Lizzie worships at Saint Andrews church in Burton Overy, she enjoys water colour painting and cooking in her spare time. Narrator – Beccy Johnson
Beccy is taking theatre studies at school, and also A level music. She also plays the oboe, but on this occasion opted for the singing part. She is soon taking part in the BBC Leicester ‘Internet Soap Opera’!. Previous appearances with SWORD include Hopes And Dreams, and she has also been in a production of Grease at her school. Her usual Church is St Andrews in Foxton, or Holy Trinity in Leicester.
Jacob – Mike Dack
Mike is a full time member of SWORD and has appeared in many of their productions. He has a lifetime experience with the theatre, at school, university, dramatic societies and with the Little Theatre in Leicester. He is a retired teacher (Head of English), and is keen on all sport and jazz. He is a regular worshipper at St Wilfrids. He loves visiting antiques fairs and tea rooms.
Isachaar/Baker – Paul Campbell
Paul has written and produced several (amateur) plays and previously with
Dan – Andrew Dawes
Andrew became involved with this production after a friend saw a flyer asking for people to audition on Houghton parish notice board. Andrew has appeared in Joseph before at Houghton and so was well versed in the role. Andrew works within the family business which supplies buttons and fashion accessories to Marks and Spencers and other leading chain stores. Andrew attends St Catherines church at Houghton, but is planning to join us more often at St wilfrids, particularly for the evening praise and all age worship type services. Andrews other interests are snooker, writing poetry and plays, and karaoke Simeon – John Griffin
John was "persuaded" by Louisa to join this production, and has been involved with SWORD before in Hopes and Dreams. He owns a shoe shop in Oadby, and his church is St Pauls in Oadby. He lists sport, football and racing (from an armchair), as his interests. John is married to Anona, who is in the choir, they have two married sons, one daughter, and a granddaughter.
Zebulun – John Hadland
John heard about this production via Elizabeth Cox who asked his wife Gill Napthali/Butler – James Ireland
James has always wanted to do Joseph, and has been a member of SWORD for 20 years! (How many of you were at the first production!). James moved to Bitteswell last year when his wife Mary became the assistant priest at St Marys church in Lutterworth. James and his familly have a long association with the village and St Wilfrids church, his Father being the rector here for many years. James works in Kibworth as a partner in the accountants Ireland and Longhill. Benjamin – Chin Kong Yien
Chin was in the right place at the right time when a friend asked if he was Reuben – Keith Ladkin
Keith responded to a request at his church at Fleckney New Life Fellowship to become involved with Joseph. Fleckney New Life have close ties with St Wilfrids, and some of their members have joined us for other productions such as Christ In The Centre. Vic is a retired Instructor in painting and decorating at Glen Parva Youth Offenders Centre. He is married to Margaret and has 2 daughters and 2 stepsons. He enjoys gardening, charity work, watching Leicester City (charity work in itself this season), and cooking Levi – Vic Meredith
Vic is a Chartered Surveyor, and is married to Joan. They have three grown up children. He lists rugby, the theatre and his new status as a Grandad! As his interests. Vic is also from Fleckney New Life Christian Fellowship, and became involved with Joseph through the close links with this Church. This is his first involvement though with any drama… keep a look out for him in future productions…!!
Zebulun – Malc Shaw
Malc claims that he was roped in by an old friend in a moment of weakness….!!! but that old friend remembers him being a child protegy, appearing in the original productions of Joseph at The Haymarket, and major starring roles in panto’s such as Jack and The Beanstalk. He also appeared in Oliver, playing the part of Charlie Bates. Malc is married with three children to Sally. He is an Electrician by trade, and is now a Sales Engineer. He enjoys swimming and running, and is a trampoline coach at a leisure centre Gad/Pharoah – Mark Wood
Mark was also in the production of Joseph at The Haymarket, and was the said friend who roped in Malc! Mark has been involved with SWORD for 4 years, and has been in The Harborough ‘Mystery Plays’, also as Pontius Pilate in the Christ In The Centre performance in 2003. He is hoping this will be an even bigger success this year. One of the first bits of drama that Mark ever did was to play Pharoah in a school production of Joseph in Great Glen! Mark is involved with various groups at St Wilfrids, including the mens fellowship, and the homeless focus group. Mark is married to Liz, (Mrs Potiphar), he has two children and two step children, and several step grandchildren!
Judah – Keith Woolhouse
Keith is a Technical Director of an export firm in Lutterworth. He is married with two daughters. Keith is a senior steward at Kibworth methodist church, and it is again through the links with St Wilfrids in projects such as Christ in the Centre that he has become involved. Keith was also involved in Hopes and Dreams.
Potiphar – Naz Choudhoury
Naz is a local GP, and is based at Kibworth health centre where he is a partner. Naz is a member of St Wilfrids church, and has been involved with SWORD before in Hopes and Dreams, and Christ in the Centre.
Mrs Potiphar – Liz Wood
Liz works in Loughborough and is a Clinical Nurse Educator. She is based at The NHS Walk in centre, and is currently studying for a degree in emergency care. She is married to Mark. She has played Mrs Mcready in Narnia when SWORD do an activity day for the local junior school. She enjoys walking and painting. Liz is a member of St Wilfrids church, and is also involved in working with the homeless. Jacobs Wives / Ishmaelites Guards Anne Perry Anne Perry David Briggs Liz Wood Hazel taylor Hazel Taylor Robin Hollick Polly Gray
Dancing Girls. Sam Loveday Sarah White
Choir
Band Matthew Lee Flute. Hilary Meakin 1st Clarinet and Sop Sax Charlotte Rafulak 2nd Clarinet and Bass Clarinet Jan Coward Cornet and Flugelhom. Matthew Illiffe Trumpet. Christopher Walker Trombone .Martin Finnemore Guitar Martin Rest Bass Guitar. Claire Walker. Keyboard George Meakin. Percussion.
THANKS We are indebted to the following people, without whose help this production could not have taken place.
Technical Lighting – Terry Forryan Sound – Peter wheatcroft, John Beynon. Staging – Darren Parlby Costumes Pat Porteous, Rosemary Webb, Jenny Richardson, Sarah Longhill, Celia Herrick, Janet Hoskins, Louisa Feltham, Chris Hollis, Coral Sutherland. Make up Marian Coombes, Marilyn Pinger, Liz Ellwood. Props Louisa Feltham David Briggs Anne Ellwood Stage Manager Bill Turner Andrew Williams (Assistant) Bar Thanks to Roger Whiteway and all those who have volunteered to help him, exact details where not known at time of print. Tickets Thanks to All at Ireland and Longhill for all the effort and hard work in selling the tickets. Other thanks – H.K Fabrics ltd, Colour Dyers and finishers ltd, Craighill Nurseries Ltd.
Pictures from the show and of the rehearsals can be viewed on the website www.joseph.kibworth.org.uk
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Director – Louisa Feltham
Orchestra Leader – Anne Flower
Joseph – Phil King
Narrator – Lizzie Grant
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