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Sunshine On Leith

The rehearsals are over and now it’s first night
All worked tirelessly for the audience’s delight
It all flows so smoothly – oh what a relief
A fabulous production of ‘Sunshine on Leith’

The show tells the story of the ups and downs in life
Of Scottish couple Rab and Jean his beautiful wife
Soldiers Ally and Davy return from fighting in war
Can Liz and Yvonne find the love they are looking for?

Great singing and acting, graceful ballet dancing too 
The cast and crew worked so hard to bring this to you
With a song in each scene  - some left your toes a tapping
Each Act was brilliant and had the audience clapping

18th February 2015
Written as a tribute for the amazing school production I saw on 5th February

inspirationalschoolthank yourhyme

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Gordon Mcconnell

Date: 8/29/2017 12:26:00 PM

Nice penned piece Jan, never saw the musical myself or the movie but maybe get DVD. Blessings Gordon

Jan Allison
Date: 8/29/2017 12:32:00 PM

It was a fabulous production and even though I am not a proclaimer fan I thoroughly enjoyed the music:-) hugs Jan xx

William Gray

Date: 2/28/2015 12:58:00 PM

Great advert for the musical Jan!. I used to love walking down Leith Walk, when it lit so special by the summer sun. Big Hugs!

Jan Allison
Date: 2/28/2015 1:01:00 PM

Maybe one day I will visit:-) Hugs jan xx

James Fraser

Date: 2/20/2015 11:23:00 AM

I must admit I always looked forward to the plays my kids were involved with in school. The effort they and the teachers put in is remarkable. Another gem to read this Friday, hugs always, James xxx

Jan Allison
Date: 2/20/2015 11:25:00 AM

Thought you would like this one James:-) If you get to see a production of the musical go and see it - I knew nothing of the story and really enjoyed it:-) Hugs Jan xx

Paul Callus

Date: 2/19/2015 4:16:00 PM

I'm glad you wrote this delightful tribute to those who had a part in this production. I know what hard work goes into it. For many years I wrote school plays and songs to go with them, trained the students and made scenery, saw to the lights, etc. Satisfaction is the final reward! hugs // paul

Jan Allison
Date: 2/19/2015 4:23:00 PM

There are so many people involved Paul - the poem is for everyone involved in what was a wonderful show:-) Hugs jan xx

Gwen Benita Mason Gibbs

Date: 2/19/2015 9:23:00 AM

Nice, love your description, makes me wish I were there.

Jan Allison
Date: 2/19/2015 4:22:00 PM

Thanks so much Gwen:-) Hugs Jan xx

Sara Kendrick

Date: 2/19/2015 7:04:00 AM

Ahh!! Great tribute..I enjoyed reading your review of the play..Thanks for the visit to my p age..Sara

Jan Allison
Date: 2/19/2015 9:18:00 AM

Thanks Sara:-) Hugs Jan xx

Kp Nunez

Date: 2/19/2015 5:00:00 AM

Such a cool way to make a tribute for the cast and crew of the school production, Jan. Proves once more the unending list of subjects for a creative write. 7! Hugs and smiles! :D Kim

Jan Allison
Date: 2/19/2015 5:11:00 AM

They put in an incredible amount of time and energy to put on these productions Kim - it was sold out all 3 nights - was absolutely fabulous:-) Hugs jan xxx

Nathan D.

Date: 2/18/2015 10:28:00 PM

very cool tribute you have penned. wish I had gotten to see it.

Jan Allison
Date: 2/19/2015 4:19:00 AM

Was brilliant Nathan - I have never been a big fan of the Proclaimers but I have to say having seen the musical I was so so impressed:-) Hugs Jan xx