Baldoyle warms up for ‘Some Like It Hot’

THE musical version of

‘Some Like it Hot’ is this year’s offering from the ever-popular Baldoyle Musical Society.

The Northside group’s latest performance of one of Marilyn Monroe’s best and funniest movies – also known as

‘Sugar’ – will be staged at St Mary’s School, Baldoyle, from April 21-25.

Also featuring memorable performances from Tony Curtis and Jack Lemon as Josephine and Daphne, the movie is fondly remembered and oft repeated on various movie channels.

Its appeal is enduring and the charm and comedic value are carried over into the stage show.

The story tells of the trials and tribulations of two down-on-their-luck musicians in depression-era America who accidentally witness the St Valentine’s Day Massacre carried out by

‘Spats Palazzo’ and go on the run disguised as female musicians.

Chairman of Baldoyle Musical Society Richie Smith said the show has been great fun to rehearse.

“It will undoubtedly delight and entertain our audiences,

? he said.

“Some shows are remembered for the music or the choreography or even the sparkling dialogue but

‘Some Like It Hot’ will be remembered for the two guys in drag and memories of Marilyn Monroe, still one of the most iconic stars in the Hollywood firmament.

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Director and member Paul Fay is also excited ahead of the show.

“The cast have been working really hard and I’m delighted with the results,

? said Mr Fay.

“The farcical elements and myriads of misunderstandings have been very difficult to rehearse and comic timing has to be razor sharp but I have no doubt that we have it spot on and this will be a side-splitting evening for patrons.

“Of course it’s not all about the

‘Marilyn’ factor or the guys in drag.

“There is also a swinging score, great support cast and a big chorus of singers and dancers.

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Nicola Pollard takes on the unenviable task of Marilyn’s role of Sugar but without a doubt has the personality, and figure, to carry it off!

Anthony Ennis trades in his Panto-baddie wig for Josephine’s (Joe) one and Karl Hoffman makes up the comic trio as Daphne (Jerry).

Regulars Kathryn Gibbons, Mark Smith, Pat Forde and James O’Keeffe fill the other main roles with a host of cameos and a large enthusiastic chorus making up the ensemble.

Choreographer and member Catherine McCourt had her work cut out moving so many people but has relished the challenge.

“It’s been really hard work with such a huge cast but we’ve all had great fun and I think that will come across to our audiences when the curtain goes back and the band strikes up,

? she said.

Tickets cost only

?¬15 and

?¬12, and patrons are promised a great night’s entertainment and value for money (special deals for block bookings). Phone 085-1378329 or visit www.baldoylemusicalsociety.ie now to secure your tickets.