Friday 14 June 2013

Cult classic Quadrophenia sells out in Tamworth says Tamworth Herald

No empty seats were seen at the Tamworth Assembly Rooms last month when cult classic Quadrophenia took to the stage for two nights.

The exciting and innovative production, presented by the Tamworth Repertory Company, enjoyed two sold-out performances on May 24 and 25.

An ambitious project, the rock and roll theatrical explosion featured new material by Simon Quinn, Staffordshire's Poet Laureate Mal Dewhirst and choreography by Emma Smith.

In total 80 people from all over Tamworth were involved in the production, which was set to a background of The Who's legendary album Quadrophenia played ‘live’ by mod band The Pinch.

Throughout the show archive film footage of the mod era was projected on to a backdrop on the stage, where a cast of talented actors brought to life the story of Jimmy exploring issues including counter culture and identity.

Councillor Steve Claymore, cabinet member for Economy and Education, hailed the show as a "successful community arts project". "I'm delighted that it has been such a huge success and would like to thank those who worked so hard to bring it to life," Cllr Claymore said.

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