Elders

Cinderella

An Improvised Panto by The Church Street Elders Drama Group

Step into the magical world of pantomime with The Church Street Elders Drama Group, a talented ensemble of elder performers who bring a unique and heartwarming twist to the classic tale of "Cinderella."

This family-friendly performance offers humour, surprises, and a celebration of community creativity. Based on a script specially written for the group by Janet Locke, an 87-year-old group member, and adapted collaboratively by the company, this version of Cinderella is like no other! With three Ugly Sisters, an old-lady Fairy Godmother rediscovering her memory, and a playboy vibe for the King and Prince, the show promises to delight audiences of all ages.

Event Details:

  • What: Cinderella – An Improvised Panto

  • Who: Performed by The Church Street Elders Drama Group

  • When: Thursday, 12 December 2024, 5 PM

  • Where: Community Room, Church Street Library (-2 Floor, accessible via lift and stairs)

Community Performers:

  • Claudia Mernick - Fairy Godmother

  • David Black - Baron Pinkerton

  • Deidre Joan Skinner - Narrator

  • Diana Klewin - King

  • George Lipqim - Grazibunda

  • Ghasem Sodeghi - Pavonella

  • Jane Low - Prince

  • Kassia - Puss in Boots

  • Melanie Moloney - Dandini

  • Omar El Haddaqui - King

  • Sandra Coe - Cinderella

  • Selma Pink - Queen

  • Sheila Barbalonga - Peruana

  • Susan Davies - Buttons

  • Susan O’Reilly - Cinderella

  • Rosalind - Morganzela

Since 2007, The CS Elders Drama Group has been meeting weekly at Church Street Library under the guidance of André Pink, founder of Dendê Collective, to explore theatre and storytelling. This performance marks another milestone in their journey of creativity, camaraderie, and love for the arts.

Meet the Team

  • A man wearing glasses and a white shirt is smiling at the camera. He is wearing a pink, rudimentary, animal-like mask on his head. In the background, another person, slightly out of focus, is dressed in a costume and a black hat.

    André Pink

    Mask Specialist and Artistic Director of Dende Collective

    Andre Pink is a highly experienced theatre practitioner with over 20 years of experience in theatre-making and community arts. As the Artistic Director of Dende Collective, Andre has been leading drama projects for those aged 60+ through the company’s **Dende Elders project**. Recently, Dende brought the community to life with "The Church Street Masquerade 2024," where participants created and performed with masks around Church Street Market.

  • A smiling older woman with short gray hair and light blue eyes. She is wearing a patterned puffer jacket and a white shirt, along with gold hoop earrings. The background is dark, drawing attention to her bright expression.

    Caroline Jones

    Designer

    Theatre Designer and Maker with extensive experience in Australia and the UK

  • Janet Locke

    Writer

  • Bob Karper

    Stage Manager

Venue

Church Street Library

Church Street Library Community space
www.westminster.gov.uk/leisure-libraries-and-community/libraries/rooms-hire-libraries-and-archives-centre/church-street-library

67 Church St, London NW8 8EU, UK

Church Street Library has one large community space and two private meeting rooms for hire. There are two private meeting rooms, each with one table and three chairs. Prices: There is a large open plan space with a kitchenette. Tables, chairs, a flip chart stand, and a digital projector and screen are available for use.

Funded in part by the City of Westminster Charitable Trust and CWC Library Services