Dick Barton: The Tango of Terror (2011)
by Phil Wilmott directed by Jack King
Performances: Tuesday 15th to Saturday 19th March 2011, Prompt Corner
Contents
Introduction
Based on the classic 1940s radio serial this is a truly hilarious send-up of all things frightfully British, gung-ho jolly hockey sticks and putting Johnny Foreigner well and truly in his place.
A ruthless Latin lothario has set his sights on the women of London. No gal is safe from the swarthy continental’s sultry seductions as he cha-cha-chas his wicked way into their boudoirs and jewellery boxes. But have no fear, square-jawed British hero Barton and his team are on hand to save the day.
Cast
- Dick Barton / EFIL Stranger / Margarita - Jack Barber
- Juan El Bigglesworth / Colonel Gardener / Yvette - Matt Moore
- Daphne / Genevieve / Wilco / Maureen - Donna-Marie Ward
- BBC Announcer / Snowy / Cassandra - Kevin Leech
- Mrs Horrocks / Conchita Horrocks / Rodger / Tannoy Announcer - Fiona Daffern
- Jock / BBC Floor manager - Steve Imrie
Crew
- Stage Manager - Michelle Thomson
- Musical Director - Pete Coombs
- Lighting Design - Gavin Parker
- Sound Design - Andrew Rickinson
- Lighting/Sound Operator - Gavin Parker
Reviews
Naomi: Loved it! Yes, it's a bit rough round the edges in places, but the sheer jollity and sense of fun and gusto from the performers, not to mention a daftly funny script powers the show on and makes it impossible not to have a good time.
Sardines: http://www.sardinesmagazine.co.uk/reviews/review.php?reviewsID=133
Gallery
Thanks to Phil Gammon http://www.photos.sltarchive.co.uk/dick_barton/
Reminiscences and Anecdotes
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