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The Wand'ring Minstrels Courtyard Craft Centre Lytchett Minster September 2003 True, the tiny stage gave little scope for anything other than minimal movement, sets were, of necessity, minimal and the orchestra’s proximity to the audience sometimes made soloists difficult to hear. However, costumes and props were first-class and the predominantly young cast brought the story’s power and passion to life with a vengeance, thanks to the production team – director Penny Gerken, musical director Jean Holt and choreographer Clare Camble-Hutchins. Bruce Vyner was every inch the vulnerable yet regal King Arthur, and Kate Mee a beautifully serene, sincere Guenevere. Denzil Keim, although not quite up to the part’s musical demands, acted superbly as Lancelot while Ian Metcalfe brought a lovely humour to the role of King Pellinore. Andrew Keates was well cast as the flamboyant, gothic-like Mordred, with Marie Blake giving a fine performance as his aunt, Morgan Le Fey, and even minor principal roles were played with total conviction. Yes, I’d say this Camelot was a pretty congenial spot to be in, all things considered. Linda Kirkman Courtesy of the Bournemouth Daily Echo |
