The new music centre has welcomed BOOM Theatre this week as the company prepares to bring its latest production, CATS: A Cornish Reimagining, to the stage at Truro School.
We were able to catch the cast during rehearsals this afternoon, as preparations were in full swing ahead of the production’s first performance this evening.
This version of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s much-loved musical takes the familiar story of the Jellicle Cats and places it firmly in the Cornish landscape.
Rather than the traditional urban junkyard setting, the production sees the Jellicle Moon rise over the rugged coastline of Cornwall, with the characters reimagined through the county’s landscapes, folklore and history.
A showcase for some of Cornwall’s emerging performing talent, the cast includes experienced young performers who have appeared on stages across the county, with several preparing to continue their studies at leading performing arts conservatories later this year.
For many, the production offers a chance to perform on home soil before taking the next steps in their careers, with ambitions that could ultimately lead to the West End.
Performances continue throughout the weekend at Truro School, with tickets still available for some shows.
So, if you fancy seeing Cornwall through a rather different set of eyes — and perhaps bringing along a pair of cat ears — there is still time to join BOOM Theatre this weekend. Tickets are available here: https://www.burrelltheatre.com/whats-on/
"I wish to say a massive thank you for the help and support we were given. Everyone looked after us splendidly and without a doubt a good time was had by all. The facilities were excellent and the evening a great success, please take a deal of the credit for that outcome."
"Thank you so much for your hospitality in providing such excellent facilities for the AOTOS Access Day. We were very happy with the arrangements. The caretakers and catering staff were so approachable and willing to help."
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"We couldn't have asked for a better first night. The staff, were absolutely on top of everything even to the point of sending us all messages on Instagram to see what our needs were. Brilliant. Great venue, well run, nice crowd!"