Drury Lane Annual Stratford Festival Trip
Drury Lane Annual Stratford Festival Trip
(L-R) Jeff Baker, Sharron Clerk, Eleanor Belton, Sandy (the Dog), Addison Wagman, Carol MacKenzie, Michael Belton, Glenys Baker, Rick MacKenzie
An annual tradition, a group from Drury Lane made their trip to Stratford to see a couple of musicals. This year we saw amazing performances of ANNIE, and DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS! Both were top notch productions from the acting, singing and dancing perspective, as well as the impact made by costumes, lighting, sounds.....and of course a real live dog on stage (Annie). Our treat this year was knowing someone in the cast of Annie! Addison Wagman, daughter of Drury Lane members and performers Michelle and Matt Wagman, is in the cast of ANNIE, playing one of the orphans (Tess). What a talent! And we were pleased when she came out after the show to meet us in the lobby with a fun set up for photos that included a cardboard dog!
Part of our annual Stratford trip includes an overnight stay at a lovely motel in Stratford (The Suburban), and a picnic. The picnic tradition has changed over the decades, but is still a highlight of the trip where we can sit outside, feast on a fabulous spread of food, and enjoy a relaxing time for conversation.
Another photo of Addison Wagman, along with her beautiful mom, Michelle Wagman, after the show. Michelle is beaming with pride and so were the members of Drury Lane who attended the performance. You have a new fan club, Addison! Keep your eyes out for Addison in the theatre scene; she is a rising star for sure!
