Albatross - Wings of Freedom
Written by Lizzie Jago - Music and Lyrics by Anna Rusbatch
In July 2014, Braeburn School in Nairobi, Kenya collaborated with Downs Junior School to perform
Albatross - Wings of Freedom at the International Youth Arts Festival in London.
Albatross - Wings of Freedom at the International Youth Arts Festival in London.
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Latest TV News Feature Filmed at Downs Junior School
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An Overview of the Live Performances in London 2014
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Video Playlist of the songs from Albatross - Live in London 2014
Photos from Rehearsals at Downs Junior School - 2014
REUNION & DVD PREMIERE PARTY
Wednesday 22nd October 2014 6pm - 8pm at Downs Junior School
DOWNLOAD LETTERS, FORMS, UPDATES & MORE BELOW:
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*PARENTS* Please return the form as soon as possible re. permission for your child to be photographed/filmed and your availability to chaperone. Thank you very much. |
Albatross - Wings of Freedom
23, 25, 26, 27 July 2014 Rose Theatre Kingston International Youth Arts Festival 100 kids from Brighton & Nairobi Live orchestra |
Adult V-Neck T-shirts: (Measurements in inches AROUND the chest.)
Small: 34/36", M: 38/40", L: 42/44", XL: 46/48", XXL: 50/52"
Children's Round-Neck T-Shirts: (Measurements in cm ACROSS the chest.)
Size 3-4 = W 38cm L 45cm, Size 5-6 = W 40.5cm L 50cm, Size 7-8 = W 43cm L 55cm,
Size 9-11 = W 46cm L 60cm, Size 12-13 = W 48.5cm L 65cm, Size 14-15 = W 53.5cm L 72cm
Small: 34/36", M: 38/40", L: 42/44", XL: 46/48", XXL: 50/52"
Children's Round-Neck T-Shirts: (Measurements in cm ACROSS the chest.)
Size 3-4 = W 38cm L 45cm, Size 5-6 = W 40.5cm L 50cm, Size 7-8 = W 43cm L 55cm,
Size 9-11 = W 46cm L 60cm, Size 12-13 = W 48.5cm L 65cm, Size 14-15 = W 53.5cm L 72cm
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Below is this year's IYAF promotional video, featuring Kesho Amahoro!
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Prop List
DO YOU (or anyone you know) HAVE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS?
• Old (but sturdy) wooden broom
• Heavy, rusty chains (ideally iron) of any size and length
• Metal bucket
• Hand-held scrubbing (bristle) brush
• Parasol of any colour/pattern
• Characterful, old, worn suitcase
• Bold, brightly coloured umbrella
• Slate board (Victorian school) of any size
• Wicker baskets
• Woven baskets / bags
• Terracotta/clay jug/pot/vase (seen in a 'typical' rural African village)
• Wooden artist's easel
• Large (and thin) blackboard
• Tankards / large metal, leather or wooden drinking cup with a single handle
• Large rubber spider
• Victorian pinny / apron
• Victorian bonnet / cap
• Wooden barrel
Do any of you have any experience with silhouette work?
• Old (but sturdy) wooden broom
• Heavy, rusty chains (ideally iron) of any size and length
• Metal bucket
• Hand-held scrubbing (bristle) brush
• Parasol of any colour/pattern
• Characterful, old, worn suitcase
• Bold, brightly coloured umbrella
• Slate board (Victorian school) of any size
• Wicker baskets
• Woven baskets / bags
• Terracotta/clay jug/pot/vase (seen in a 'typical' rural African village)
• Wooden artist's easel
• Large (and thin) blackboard
• Tankards / large metal, leather or wooden drinking cup with a single handle
• Large rubber spider
• Victorian pinny / apron
• Victorian bonnet / cap
• Wooden barrel
Do any of you have any experience with silhouette work?
Updates
Please support Albatross the Musical on Facebook
Tickets go on sale from the Rose Theatre Box Office on 1st May 2014.
For more information about the story of Albatross, click here: http://www.albatrossmusical.com/the-story.html
I would also massively appreciate your help regarding your owns skills and experiences and/or contacts you may have in the following worlds:
• Costume and set design & construction
• Sourcing and acquiring stage props
• Sound design / sound engineers to create a live mix-down during one of the shows
• PR / media / journalists / theatre critics to promote and critique the show
• Printing / advertising / graphic designers (leaflets and posters)
• Funding Applications for creative projects
• Organisations relating to anti-slavery / modern-day slavery / child trafficking
• Anyone with a large van / small truck we can use Monday 21st July until Monday 27th July for the transportation of props, staging, costumes, music stands and musical instruments
• T-Shirt printing
• Musicians who would like to perform in the orchestra
• Documentary / post-production film crews looking for a philanthropic/community project opportunity
• University students in the performing arts who'd appreciate the experience of being being part of the Albatross team re. backstage support during the shows, helping with props, costumes, leaflet/logo design etc.
• Chaperones to accompany the Downs Junior Year 6 kids around Kingston to experience the International Youth Arts Festival performances for free and also to chaperone on the coaches between Brighton and Kingston on rehearsal and performance days in July.
• Host families to accommodate and care for two children from Kenya.
The provisional arrival date for the Kenyan group is Wednesday 16th July and they will remain in Brighton until Monday 21st or Tuesday 22nd July 2014. They will then travel to Kingston and remain there until Tuesday 28th July. They will be accommodated in the Kingston University Halls of Residence.
Tickets go on sale from the Rose Theatre Box Office on 1st May 2014.
For more information about the story of Albatross, click here: http://www.albatrossmusical.com/the-story.html
I would also massively appreciate your help regarding your owns skills and experiences and/or contacts you may have in the following worlds:
• Costume and set design & construction
• Sourcing and acquiring stage props
• Sound design / sound engineers to create a live mix-down during one of the shows
• PR / media / journalists / theatre critics to promote and critique the show
• Printing / advertising / graphic designers (leaflets and posters)
• Funding Applications for creative projects
• Organisations relating to anti-slavery / modern-day slavery / child trafficking
• Anyone with a large van / small truck we can use Monday 21st July until Monday 27th July for the transportation of props, staging, costumes, music stands and musical instruments
• T-Shirt printing
• Musicians who would like to perform in the orchestra
• Documentary / post-production film crews looking for a philanthropic/community project opportunity
• University students in the performing arts who'd appreciate the experience of being being part of the Albatross team re. backstage support during the shows, helping with props, costumes, leaflet/logo design etc.
• Chaperones to accompany the Downs Junior Year 6 kids around Kingston to experience the International Youth Arts Festival performances for free and also to chaperone on the coaches between Brighton and Kingston on rehearsal and performance days in July.
• Host families to accommodate and care for two children from Kenya.
The provisional arrival date for the Kenyan group is Wednesday 16th July and they will remain in Brighton until Monday 21st or Tuesday 22nd July 2014. They will then travel to Kingston and remain there until Tuesday 28th July. They will be accommodated in the Kingston University Halls of Residence.
First Instalment
(7th Feb)
The standard of performance at this week’s rehearsal was encouragingly high – a wonderful beginning.
A kind reminder that Monday 10th February 2014 is the deadline for the payment of the first of three £50 instalments for the Albatross Project. Please make cheques payable to Downs Junior School. Thank you very much.
The standard of performance at this week’s rehearsal was encouragingly high – a wonderful beginning.
A kind reminder that Monday 10th February 2014 is the deadline for the payment of the first of three £50 instalments for the Albatross Project. Please make cheques payable to Downs Junior School. Thank you very much.
Rehearsals / Albatross Club
Albatross Club / Rehearsals will begin next week - Monday 3rd February in the hall 3.15pm - 5.00pm. Attendance is expected from all cast members. There is no charge for this 'club'.
Backstage crew and orchestra members are most welcome to come along too, although their attendance is not necessary until the summer term.
Backstage crew and orchestra members are most welcome to come along too, although their attendance is not necessary until the summer term.
Auditions & Casting
Thank you and well done to everyone who auditioned for the Albatross project last week. Casting will be announced this week - by Friday 31st January at the latest, depending on casting decision in Nairobi, Kenya.
Audition Scripts and Song Lyrics
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Girls who will be auditioning for the role of Elsie will perform a scene in which Solomon chooses to share his paintings and pictures with Elsie. This reveals a precious and private insight into what Solomon's life was like before he was stolen away, into a life of slavery. They will be expected to perform the song Paintings of His Soul.
Children who will be auditioning for a main chorus part will be auditioned in groups of 6 and will perform as sailors on board a ship as they share their understanding of the myth of John de Conquer (the Albatross). They will be expected to sing the song John de Conquer.
Children who will be auditioning for a main chorus part will be auditioned in groups of 6 and will perform as sailors on board a ship as they share their understanding of the myth of John de Conquer (the Albatross). They will be expected to sing the song John de Conquer.
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