Scouts bring fun-packed Gang Show to Hippodrome
Dozens of Scouts will take to the stage tonight for the first performance of this year's Gang Show.
The cast of 89 have been rehearsing for more than seven months ahead of the song and dance extravaganza.
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Youngsters and adults from the Bristol Scout movement will perform 30 songs and a series of sketches on the Hippodrome stage.
Among those taking part is 14-year-old Darren Godden of Hanham who said: "I like performing on a stage.
"It's not often that you get the chance to be in a show like this, unless you are in drama school. This is my second year doing the Gang Show and in the past my mum, dad and grandparents have been involved.
Jonathan Martin, 12, of Downend is performing for the third time and will sing three solo parts.
He said: "I like the fact it's the Bristol Hippodrome, it's an honour to perform here."
The Gang Show runs until Saturday. For details, contact 302 3333.
Comments
by Tim Johnson, Bromley Heath
Wednesday, February 18 2009, 11:41PM
“I have just got home from seeing the Gang Show and have had an absolutely BRILLIANT evening. I've never been before, and I'm not a theatre fan, but I thought I'd go along to support my nephew and I'm so glad I did!
From the moment the band started I was on the edge of my seat and by the end, I'm not ashamed to admit it, I had tears streaming down my face. It was so fantastic to see so many young people up on stage in such a slick and enjoyable show!
I'll be at the box office tomorrow to get myself tickets for another night!
Well done Bristol Gang Show!!”