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| title = | | eyebrow = FHODS Small Stage Theatre · 2024 | ||
| image = | | title = Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks | ||
| caption = | | sub = By Richard Alfieri · The Tower Theatre, Folkestone | ||
| dates = | }} | ||
| venue = [[The Tower Theatre]] | |||
{{Infobox Production | |||
| title = Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks | |||
| image = Six_Dance_Lessons_(2024).jpg | |||
| caption = Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks promotional image | |||
| dates = 23–25 May 2024 | |||
| venue = [[The Tower Theatre]] | |||
| director = [[Paul Milton]] | | director = [[Paul Milton]] | ||
| producer = [[Sam Burgess]] | | producer = [[Sam Burgess]] | ||
| writer = [[Richard Alfieri]] | |||
| license = Amateur production by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. | |||
}} | }} | ||
The [[Folkestone-Hythe Operatic and Dramatic Society]] presented ''Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks'' by Richard Alfieri | The [[Folkestone-Hythe Operatic and Dramatic Society]] presented this [[Small Stage Theatre]] production of ''Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks'' by [[Richard Alfieri]] on 23rd–25th May 2024 at [[The Tower Theatre]], Folkestone. An amateur production by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. | ||
{{FHODS Section|Synopsis}} | |||
''Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks'' is a heartfelt comedy-drama about an unlikely friendship that develops between Lily Harrison, a widowed retiree, and Michael Minetti, a cynical dance instructor. When Lily hires Michael to give her private dance lessons at her Florida condo, their clashing personalities initially lead to friction. However, as they dance through the cha-cha, tango, and other styles, they open up about their past struggles, losses, and dreams. Through laughter, arguments, and shared vulnerabilities, their relationship transforms into a deep and touching bond that defies age and expectations. The play explores themes of loneliness, acceptance, and the healing power of human connection. | ''Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks'' is a heartfelt comedy-drama about an unlikely friendship that develops between Lily Harrison, a widowed retiree, and Michael Minetti, a cynical dance instructor. When Lily hires Michael to give her private dance lessons at her Florida condo, their clashing personalities initially lead to friction. However, as they dance through the cha-cha, tango, and other styles, they open up about their past struggles, losses, and dreams. Through laughter, arguments, and shared vulnerabilities, their relationship transforms into a deep and touching bond that defies age and expectations. The play explores themes of loneliness, acceptance, and the healing power of human connection. | ||
{{FHODS Section|Cast}} | |||
= | {{FHODS Cast | ||
| group1_label = Cast | |||
| group1_style = leads | |||
| group1 = | |||
[[Ben Forrest]];;Michael Minetti | |||
[[Anne Mortimer]];;Lily Harrison | |||
}} | |||
{{FHODS Section|Production Team}} | |||
{{FHODS Crew | |||
| section1_label = Direction & Production | |||
| section1 = | |||
Director;;[[Paul Milton]] | |||
Producer;;[[Sam Burgess]] | |||
Stage Manager;;[[Owen Wilshire]] | |||
Prompt;;[[Caroline Dowling]] | |||
Crew;;[[Hannah Manton]] | |||
| section2_label = Design & Technical | |||
| section2 = | |||
Set Design & Construction;;[[Robert White]] | |||
Light & Sound;;[[Robert White]] | |||
Props;;[[Myra Collingridge]] | |||
Costumes;;[[Denise Lewis]] & [[David Lewis]] | |||
| section3_label = Photography | |||
| section3 = | |||
Photography;;[[David Shackle]] | |||
}} | |||
{{FHODS Section|For The Tower Theatre}} | |||
{{FHODS Venue| | |||
Events & Marketing Manager;;[[Michelle Hartley]] | |||
Duty Manager;;[[Gary Ingoldby-Spate]] | |||
Technical Theatre Manager;;[[Robert White]] | |||
Box Office / Admin;;[[Ella Riley]] | |||
}} | |||
= | <div class="fhods-footer-note">Very special thanks to Maggie and Geoff Forrest and [[Steve Hawkins]].</div> | ||
[[Category:Productions | [[Category:Productions written by Richard Alfieri]] | ||
[[Category:Small Stage Theatre]] | [[Category:Small Stage Theatre]] | ||
[[Category:2024 Productions]] | |||
[[Category:Productions at The Tower Theatre]] | |||
Latest revision as of 21:29, 16 June 2026
Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks
By Richard Alfieri · The Tower Theatre, Folkestone
| Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks | |
.jpg) Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks promotional image | |
| Production Details | |
|---|---|
| Dates | 23–25 May 2024 |
| Venue | The Tower Theatre |
| Director | Paul Milton |
| Writer | Richard Alfieri |
| Producer | Sam Burgess |
| Amateur production by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. | |
The Folkestone-Hythe Operatic and Dramatic Society presented this Small Stage Theatre production of Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks by Richard Alfieri on 23rd–25th May 2024 at The Tower Theatre, Folkestone. An amateur production by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd.
Synopsis
Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks is a heartfelt comedy-drama about an unlikely friendship that develops between Lily Harrison, a widowed retiree, and Michael Minetti, a cynical dance instructor. When Lily hires Michael to give her private dance lessons at her Florida condo, their clashing personalities initially lead to friction. However, as they dance through the cha-cha, tango, and other styles, they open up about their past struggles, losses, and dreams. Through laughter, arguments, and shared vulnerabilities, their relationship transforms into a deep and touching bond that defies age and expectations. The play explores themes of loneliness, acceptance, and the healing power of human connection.
Cast
Production Team
Direction & Production
- Director – Paul Milton
ProducerDesign & Technical
- Set Design & Construction – Robert White
Light & SoundPhotography
- Photography – David Shackle