We are greatly saddened to observe the passing of a long time member and friend - Paul Holmes. 

Paul has been heavily involved in our Society from almost the very beginning, including our production of Oklahoma in 1975. Since that time, he has never been far away, appearing in almost 20 of our shows and on production team for many more. Some highlights of his time on the MMS stage include The Pirate King in “Pirates of Penzance” (2000), Javert in our first 2 productions of “Les Miserables” (1993/1994), “Putting it Together” (2001) and featured in our 40th anniversary production of “Showstoppers!” (2007). Most recently Paul was Musical Director for our productions of “Oklahoma!” (2014) and “Carousel” (2015) and guided the musical vision of the shows with passion and mastery. In addition to these, Paul was always there to assist where he could, as front of house or organising with concerts and other events. Paul served on the Management Committee in various roles and notably as President from 1997 to 2001.

Paul’s enthusiasm and passion for all things theatrical was infectious, leading him to set up his own production company, Paul Holmes Productions, which produced shows such as “Elegies for Angels Punks and Raging Queens”, “Educating Rita” and “Putting it Together”, productions which included many of his community theatre friends.

His friendly manner and smile was never far away and he always had time to listen and have a quiet chat of support.

We will dearly miss Paul's big heart and smile and his gentlemanly manner.  Our love and condolences are with Paul's family and his dear friends.

The Memorial Service for Paul Holmes will be held on:
 
Tuesday 24th October 2017 at 1.00 pm
All Saints Anglican Church
85 Ocean Street WOOLARAH
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The church is approx. 5 minutes walk from Edgecliffe Station
Light refreshments will follow in the Church Hall.

4th November, 2017
50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
COMO HOTEL FROM 3PM

In 1967 Miranda Musical Society was formed with the idea of presenting musicals to suit the people belonging to the society while welcoming new members. The atmosphere was to be that of a large happy family with many social events to be enjoyed by all.

Using draft constitutions of other societies and trying to improve these where possible Laurel Gee, Alan Mundy and George Rixon drew up a constitution, accepted unanimously by the members. Miranda Musical Society was born. The Miranda School of Arts donated a starting capital of $80.

Shows were staged at Port Hacking High School auditorium at Miranda and ticket prices started at $1.00 for adults and 40 cents for children. This hall was used until 1986 when renovations closed the venue for several months. Forced to move on, Miranda Musical Society found a new home at the Sutherland Entertainment Centre where since, many successful shows have been staged.

Miranda Musical Society was incorporated in 1991.

We are very proud of this 50th year milestone and will be celebrating with a function on
NOVEMBER 4 from 3PM
​We invite all interested parties, current and prior members.

DRESS Cocktail chic with "a touch of gold"
$50 per person (can be paid via direct depoit, cheque or credit card - details below)

RSVP by Sunday 22nd October 2017 to Rhonda Hewitt
EMAIL 50th@mirandamusicalsociety.com.au
PHONE 0408 021 400 

Payment details
NAME: Miranda Musical Society
BSB: 062 204
ACCOUNT: 2802 2512
Please include your name and '50th' in the deposit description.
#MMS50thAnniversary

21st - 25th March, 2018
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
​SUTHERLAND ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE

Be Our Guest at the Sutherland Entertainment Centre!

Capturing the imagination of more than 35 million people worldwide, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, the smash hit Broadway musical, is returning to Miranda Musical Society!

Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, Beauty and the Beast is a dazzling musical spectacle filled with beloved characters, gorgeous costumes and magical music from award winning artists Alan Menken, Howard Ashman & Tim Rice. Relive this enchanting tale as old as time with dazzling production numbers from the iconic opening number, to Gaston, Be Our Guest and of course the titular ballroom sequence we all know and love.

When Belle, an incredible woman with an adventurous heart finds herself imprisoned by a mysterious Beast in an enchanted castle, she uncovers a magical world. Instantly befriending the enchanted servants from talking candlesticks to chipped tea cups, Belle is quick to learn of the Beast's infamous temper and intolerable nature. However, the two unlikely acquaintances find that there's more to each other than first meets the eye when both Beauty and the Beast unexpectedly discover the everlasting magic of true love.

It is with deepest pride and greatest pleasure that Miranda Musical Society presents this enchanting love story in a dazzling new production that will delight the whole family.

Music by Alan Menken
Lyrics by Howard Ashman & Tim Rice
Book by Linda Woolverton
Licensed exclusively by Music Theatre International (Australasia). All performance materials supplied by Hal Leonard Australia

PRODUCTION TEAM
Director: Garth Saville
Musical Director: Anthony Cutrupi
Choreographer: Tracey Blankenship

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