News from NODA


                    Thinking of your next pantomime?

Title                         Author               Was         Now         Saving
Alice in wonderland    Robert Marlowe    5.25        3.00        43%
Aladdin                    Robert Marlowe    5.25        2.50        52%
Cinderella                Robert Marlowe    5.25        3.00        43%
Dick Whittington       Ron Hall              4.50        2.50        44%
Dick Whittington       Leonard Caddy     5.25        2.00        62%
Goldilocks                Robert Marlowe    5.25        3.00        43%
Jack & the Beanstalk Robert Marlowe    5.25        2.50        52%
Mother Goose           Leonard Caddy    5.25        2.50        52%
Sinbad the Sailor      Leonard Caddy    5.25        2.50        52%

Call now on 01733 865 790 for your perusal copy (£2.00) or simply order a brand new copy to save you the trouble of returning it afterwards!


                                       NODA Clearance
                                           ‘It’s gotta go!’

For massive discounts on popular vocal scores, libretti, technical books and plays visit NODA’s clearance section on our website: NODA Store



                                      Contacting NODA
 
NODA has now reverted to using the Peterborough telephone number, discarding the 0870 number. You can now contact NODA directly on 01733 865 790


                                        The Likes of Us

All photographs from the world amateur premiere performed by Kidz R Us, were taken by photographer Sam Peacock who is available for show photography nationwide.
For further information please contact Sam Peacock on 0783 755 2423


                    New Additions to NODA Headquarters

NODA would like to welcome to the team Marketing Manager Julia Mason, Finance & ICT Manager Stuart Dick, and Membership Services Assistant Lynn Petterson.

Further details about the new staff structure at NODA headquarters will be given in the summer edition of NODA National News.


                              Membership Subscriptions

If you have not yet paid your subscription then you need to do so before the 31 March 2009 or you will no longer be a member of NODA.

To pay online click here



NODA Events


                                NODA Youth Academy
                                      ‘Reach for the Stars!’

The NODA Youth Academy is only 6 weeks away and places are still available. If you don’t want to miss out on this exciting opportunity book your place today!

The Academy will be taking place at the University of Leicester, John Foster Hall on 14 – 18 April 2009. NODA’s first residential Youth Academy will offer two different study options for the young amateur theatre practitioner; the Musical Theatre Academy and the Drama Academy.  Both the Musical Theatre Academy and the Drama Academy will offer two series of workshops, a junior group for 12 – 14 year olds and a senior group for 15 – 17 year olds.

If you want to spend more time practising your favourite hobby, learning what your strengths are as a performer or meeting new people with similar interests then book your place today!

The NODA Youth Academy application form is available to download on our website or you can apply online at www.noda.org.uk/youth  

If you love theatre this is the Academy for you!


                           NODA Summer School 2009

Have you booked your place onto the NODA Summer School 2009?
NODA Summer School held at Loughborough University between 1 – 8 August is always a popular way to spend the summer.

If you’re passionate about theatre why not take up this wonderful opportunity to learn more about your preferred theatre craft or perhaps try something new? Come along and join many others from across the UK and overseas in their passion for theatre! 

Courses are once again filling up fast. Some of the courses with places still available are Directing Youth Theatre, Musical Directors, Choreography, Stage Make-Up and Stage Sound.

Have you ever wanted to be a Director? Well now’s your chance with a great course on offer teaching everything from the audition process to running the band on opening night.

Do you want to create the ideal youth theatre experience? Why not attend Directing Youth Theatre, featuring great ways to enhance your work with young people in theatre.

Perhaps you are a dancer but keen to develop your skills as a choreographer? NODA have a great course exploring various styles of dance and ways for you to learn chorus and ensemble numbers.

After a couple of years break Stage Make-Up is back! This course provides a broad insight into theatre make-up. A great course to show you many handy techniques and special effects created with make-up. Beards, wigs and moustaches will also be featured.  

For further details on any of the above courses please visit the NODA website www.noda.org.uk .

Alternatively please contact Antonia Johnson on 01733 865790 for any information you wish to know about the NODA Summer School.


                          NODA National Weekend

NODA looks forward to welcoming you to the 2009 National Weekend, this year to be held in the vibrant, central England city of Leicester.

The 2009 National Weekend will offer the regular series of business meetings, evening entertainment and activities. This year you will have the opportunity to join a coach trip to Rutland Water and Melton Mowbray.

The National Weekend is your opportunity to meet with other members who share your passion and enthusiasm for amateur theatre.

For more information and to book online see our online brochure on the NODA website by clicking here or information is included in the Spring Edition of NODA News.

Alternatively please call Antonia Johnson on 01733 865 790


                       Upcoming NODA Conferences

March 13 - 15
NODA North Conference: Scotch Corner Hotel, North Yorkshire
Please contact NODA North Councillor Mr Fred Piggford for more information on 0191 385 3433.

March 28
NODA East Conference Day: Colchester
Please contact NODA East Councillor Mr John Warburton for more information on 01206 210488.

April 5
NODA West Midlands Regional Day: Sutton Coldfield
Please contact NODA West Midlands Councillor Mr Tony Derbyshire for more information on 0121 313 0344.

April 24 - 26
NODA North East Conference: Bridlington
Please contact NODA North East Councillor Mr Chris Ingram for more information on 01535 663 631.



Other News…


                          Early Bird Delegate Rate Deadline

The English National Youth Arts Network is delighted to announce that booking is now available for the two exciting national youth arts conferences below:
‘OXYGEN: Young People Breathing Life into Culture’

Thursday 7th May, City Hall, London
Includes a keynote speech from Barbara Follett MP, Minister for Culture, Creative Industries & Tourism! Also experience a fully inclusive boat trip along the Thames and access to a new, exciting music exhibition at the O2!
‘COMMUNICATE: Cultural Leaders of the Future’

Tuesday 2nd June, The Custom’s House, South Shields, Tyne & Wear
A ‘Youth-led’ Conference including a keynote speech from Sarah McCarthy-Fry MP, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Schools & Learners.
Under 19s go for free (Limited Spaces available).

For more information and to book your place please see the following link http://conferences.enyan.co.uk/ or visit www.enyan.co.uk

You will receive 15% ‘Early Bird’ Discount if you book before Friday 13th March!


                      Victorian Set Requiring New Home

Opera Theatre Europe would like to find a home for a Victorian Paris set that would fit several titles, including Sweeney Todd.

Opera Theatre Europe produced an opera by an American composer in March 2007 at the Linbury Theatre of the Royal Opera House, since when the set has been in storage.

If you are interested, please visit the Opera Theatre Europe website http://www.opera-te.com/page3.htm, and contact Iarlaith Carter on the following details:
 
Iarlaith Carter
Telephone (Direct): 020 7313 3562
Email: iarlaith.carter@harrisonparrott.co.uk


                    Create Your Own Website for Free

Create your own website for free at webs.com. Add a blog, forum, calendar, photo gallery, video gallery and much more. Want to turn your site into a social network? No problem! You also have the ability to add members and create personal profiles so you can turn your site into a community where friends, colleagues and family can connect and collaborate.


                           List of Trusts & Foundations

The funder finder website (www.funderfinder.org.uk/links_trusts.php) contains a comprehensive and exhaustive list of trusts and foundations in England.

If you find yourself in need of funding but not sure of where to go then perhaps this could be a good starting point, along with the current funding section of the Voluntary Arts England website www.voluntaryarts.org.


                            Casting for Anitomicals UK

Eight Trick Pony are interested in getting NODA members involved in the casting for this commercial. There will be some small fees available for the lead characters and great fun for all involved.

For more information please contact:
Rory Rooney
Tel - 0207 287 7733
Web - www.eighttrickpony.com


                      Governance for the Arts Conference

The Directory of Social Change and Arts & Business have organised Governance for the Arts Conference on 1st April in London. This could be a very useful resource for NODA members.
For full details please visit http://www.dsc.org.uk/Conferences/@33683


                 Free Coaching Service to NODA Members

Having moved on from Chicken Shed Theatre Company, Suzi Clark is now training as a life-coach and would like to offer NODA members in south Hertfordshire, free life-coaching sessions as part of a new coaching method.

As a playwright, director and producer in her own right, Suzi feels particularly experienced to help NODA members review their goals and dreams, and move towards their achievement.

For a brochure please contact:
Suzi Clark
Tel - 01727 872796
Web - suzicb@btinternet.com
Shows for Consideration


                                   Little Shop of Horrors

                                      

Direct from a sensational smash-hit West End season, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS is now open for business!

This wickedly funny, family-friendly stage musical written by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman (who redefined the animated musical genre with Disney favourites The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin and Enchanted). Featuring an incredible animatronic man-eating plant, this critically acclaimed new production is bristling with great songs, laugh-out-loud lyrics and brilliant performances from an all star cast that includes Clare Buckfield, Alex Ferns and Sylvester McCoy.

Best available Seats £15 (booking fee - usually £15-£35 depending on venue and performance)

Simply quote “Amdram” when booking. Excludes Cardiff and Cambridge. Billingham, Sheffield and Nottingham can only be booked on the telephone. For full list of venues and booking information see www.littleshopthemusical.co.uk  Offer subject to availability, not valid in conjunction with any other offer or retrospectively.


                                         Noise Ensemble

We just have to draw your attention to Noise Ensemble, the percussion spectacular, which is touring UK venues again this spring. Like Stomp for drums, Noise Ensemble is a massive musical and theatrical hit. Featuring a fantastic percussion score and a huge range of instruments, Noise Ensemble is performed by 10 talented young percussionists. The show features upbeat choreography, stunning visuals and lots of tongue in cheek humour. All in all it’s a feast for the eyes and ears. Suitable for music lovers of all ages, Noise Ensemble is a musical treat for all the family. Noise Ensemble’s skilled young percussionists have drummed up a storm in theatres all over the world, as well as kicking off the 2008 FA Cup Final at Wembley Stadium. Bringing audiences to their feet night after night, Noise Ensemble’s epic beats are guaranteed to have you tapping along in time!

Check Noise Ensemble’s website for more information – www.noiseensemble.com


                          Long Service Medals Enquiry

Surrey Police are the National lead into a series of burglaries that are occurring throughout England, the name of this operation is Operation Lamb.
As a result of the enquiry a quantity of antiques, jewellery and other items have been recovered and the police are now in possession of two NODA long service medals.

Both medals are on light blue ribbons and both have three silver bars across the ribbon. This indicates that the recipient has had forty years service with NODA.

If you have had medals stolen please contact Theresa Clancy.
Theresa Clancy
WPC 1831
Cross Border Investigation Team
Mobile: 07967 988 326
Direct line: 01483 632133
Email: Clancy1831@surrey.pnn.police.uk


                                        50 Year Award

And finally loyal NODA member, Pat Simpson has been awarded her 50th gold bar award. Pat has been involved in all aspects of the society such as singing, dancing, and most of all costume and backstage work since 1958. Her society Retford & District Amateur Operatic said of her “She is a lovely lady and respected by all of us”.

Thank you for reading this NODA newsletter. Look out for the April NODA newsletter coming soon!