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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

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Gordon Mcconnell August 29, 2017 at 12:26 PM Nice penned piece Jan, never saw the musical myself or the movie but maybe get DVD. Blessings Gordon Jan Allison August 29, 2017 at 12:32 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 February 28, 2015 at 12:58 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 February 28, 2015 at 1:01 PM Maybe one day I will visit:-) Hugs jan xx

James Fraser February 20, 2015 at 11:23 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 February 20, 2015 at 11:25 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 February 19, 2015 at 4:16 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 February 19, 2015 at 4:23 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 February 19, 2015 at 9:23 AM Nice, love your description, makes me wish I were there. Jan Allison February 19, 2015 at 4:22 PM Thanks so much Gwen:-) Hugs Jan xx

Sara Kendrick February 19, 2015 at 7:04 AM Ahh!! Great tribute..I enjoyed reading your review of the play..Thanks for the visit to my p age..Sara Jan Allison February 19, 2015 at 9:18 AM Thanks Sara:-) Hugs Jan xx

Kp Nunez February 19, 2015 at 5:00 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 February 19, 2015 at 5:11 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. February 18, 2015 at 10:28 PM very cool tribute you have penned. wish I had gotten to see it. Jan Allison February 19, 2015 at 4:19 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

Shane Cooper February 18, 2015 at 8:32 PM Hi Ninja Naj, A wonderful rhymed tribute for the cast and crew of the school production. The write flowed wonderfully. Stay safe. Love Shane xxx Jan Allison February 19, 2015 at 4:18 AM Thanks Shane:-) Hugs Jan xx

Ilene Bauer February 18, 2015 at 6:21 PM great tribute, jan! i'm sure they loved it, too... Jan Allison February 18, 2015 at 6:26 PM You could tell they thoroughly enjoyedthe performance Ilene:-) Hugs Jan xxx

Ken Carroll February 18, 2015 at 2:27 PM Well crafted tribute Jan! Jan Allison February 18, 2015 at 6:10 PM Thanks Ken:-) Hugs Jan xx

Tim Smith February 18, 2015 at 1:18 PM Im sure it was an awesome night out...I stopped getting alerts again : ( .....hugs Tim Jan Allison February 18, 2015 at 6:10 PM Oh dear - I've not checked how many e mails I should have got must check my in box now thanks Tim:-) Hugs Jan xx

Janet Eaton February 18, 2015 at 12:23 PM Great work Jan, you took me to the production along with you. Loved it. Janet Jan Allison February 18, 2015 at 6:09 PM Thanks Janet:-) Hugs Jan xx

Sandra Haight February 18, 2015 at 9:37 AM Such a lovely tribute poem to praise the performance of a school play, Jan. Very enjoyable to read. Hugs, Sandra Jan Allison February 18, 2015 at 6:09 PM It was a fabulous production Sandra :-) Hugs jan xx

Grace Mutindi February 18, 2015 at 6:02 AM Nice work Jan, feel like I'm in the theatre watching the play myself! Jan Allison February 18, 2015 at 7:03 AM Thanks Grace:-) Hugs Jan xx

John Fleming February 18, 2015 at 5:31 AM And an excellent tribute too, Jan! Nicely done! :) john. Julia Ward February 18, 2015 at 2:50 PM I look forward to seeing you again on my page, john. You've gone quiet there suddenly. Hugs, Alicia, xx Jan Allison February 18, 2015 at 7:03 AM Thanks John:-) hugs jan xx