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Air Raids & Siren Songs
written and compiled by Blaine Newton

"Air Raids and Siren Songs" is a light hearted evening of memories, music and silliness! The show revisits the war era, as some Canadian troops in London join in a raucous night of laughter and song at a London pub, in 1942. Amidst  the struggles of that period, bar patrons take this night to forget their cares and enjoy a pint.

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Air Raids & Siren Songs

Air Raids & Siren Songs is a musical revue showcasing songs from 1900-1940.  Set in a British Pub during the summer of 1942, local pub-goers mingle with Canadian Soldiers, Servicewomen and reminisce to such great songs as "Sentimental Journey," "It's a Long Way to Tipperary" and "As Time Goes By."  With a multi-generational cast of 14 men and women, Air Raids & Siren Songs is a slice of wartime life.  The show performed around Red Deer in November 2017, culminating in our final three performances at the Scott Block Theatre, closing on Remembrance Day.  

This show was an act of service by our cast and crew, honouring those who have served our country in the Armed Forces and those who survived the trials of that era.  We included a performance for the residents and staff of Parkvale Senior's Home as part of our outreach to ensure that audiences who'd most appreciate this gorgeous music would have the opportunity to experience this piece of theatre without having to brave the cold.

Our fantastic cast included:
Dennis O'Brien - Alfie the Publican at the Rose and Crown
David Heikkinen - Soldier Bill
Reid Mills - Soldier Jake
Jason Steele - Sailor Gerald
​Julia Van Dam - Air Force Auxiliary Corps-woman Emily
Kirstin Merriman - Air Force Auxiliary Corps-woman Etta
​Randall Trites - Captain Clive Cole
Kathryn Huedepohl - Rosie, The Barmaid at the Rose and Crown
Liz Bennett - Maggie, a munitions worker
​Alanna Lindl - Mrs. Edna Smith, a munitions worker
Eric Nielsen - Master Charlie Smith, her underaged son
Corinne Anderton - Chaplain Pascal and Lily
Mandy Prinse - Maria, a pubgoer
Jennie Beal - Catherine, a pubgoer
Natasha Clement - Mabel, a local Londoner 

Suzanne Hermary - Director
Ross Dabrusin - Musical Director 
Cheryl Cooper with help from Liz Bennett - Choreography
Alexa Parker - Stage Manager
Jan Underwood - Producer



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