OUR HOUSE

Tilly Rigby is 19, and has left school after studying music and drama, and is currently working on her career in music. She was very interested in the two-sided character of Joe Casey and his strange journey that we follow in the show. She was mainly excited to join in with Our House as she has previously been in very comedic roles such as “Dewey Finn” in School of Rock, “the Baron” in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and “Fat Sam” in Bugsy Malone. So being able to explore a much more complex, intense story interested Tilly immediately. She can’t wait for you to see the show!

Amelie is a new member of the KATS group and has completely fallen in love with playing Sarah! She is 17 years old and currently studying drama at A level whilst auditioning for drama schools. Her life is busy as she is also playing Billy Flynn in Kingsbridge College’s Chicago, having previously been cast as ‘Blousey’ in Bugsy Malone and ‘Chad’ in High School Musical. Playing Sarah is more challenging, and it is by far her favourite role so far. She has found coming to KATS an incredible escape that has brought her so much joy. It has been so lovely working with new actors and she can’t wait for everyone to experience this hilarious show!

This is Amelia’s second production with KATS. She was in the last musical ‘The Wind in the Willows’ where she had her debut role of ‘old butler mouse’. She has really enjoyed playing the role of Angie as it is a character closer to her age! She has loved the people she has worked with and is inspired to do acting as a possible career in the future.

Oli spent his early childhood in training for an energetic role in Our House, being made to tidy up to a soundtrack of Madness songs at full volume. He’s always found himself creating new personas and felt that amateur dramatics could be the way to enhance his aloof side. New to KATS, Oli welcomes a lively rehearsal after a long day lifeguarding at the swimming pool or besting the bad guys in his games.

Dina’s first production in KATS was Oliver in 2015 when she was 14 years old and since then has been a part of several other productions, most recently taking the stage as a singing tap-dancing horse in ‘The Wind in the Willows!’ Dina is also a part of other local theatrical companies including MAD, The Salcombe Players and The Inn Theatre Company. Dina trained in many styles of dance over 16 years including ballet en Pointe, Tap, Jazz and Lyrical. Dina is so excited to bring the character of Billie to life as she feels the attitude and sass levels of the character are matched to her own! Dina hopes you enjoy the show as much as she’s enjoyed being a part of it.

After spectacular early success it seemed that Phil was destined to achieve great things. Following his performance in a Midsummer Night’s Dream one reviewer said “he is the most mischievous Puck I have seen for many a year!”, but soon after the juicy parts dried up. After years in the wilderness Phil returns to the stage as the character of Reecey in Our House. As a superficially likeable character with a sinister underbelly, the role isn’t much of a stretch for Phil, but it’s better than waiting to play Father Christmas again.

Christine’s first role was Marta in The Sound of Music- a part she suspects she landed due to her pronounced lisp not any notable acting ability! She has since performed in countless plays and musicals – you just can’t get her off! Her favourite roles with KATS include Nettie in Carousel, Lina Lamont in Singin’ in the Rain, Madame Arcati in Blithe Spirit and M’Lynn in Steel Magnolias. A life-long Madness fan, she’s thrilled to be part of this exciting production.

This is Felicity’s 2nd musical with KATS having previously been in Fiddler on the Roof. She has performed in MAD kids’ productions playing supporting characters, most recently a teacher/parent in School of Rock. Felicity has played principal roles in the Salcombe panto: Principal Girl in the Pied Piper; and the Fairy in Mother Goose – it helps that her mother is the director! She also performs with Murder Mystery Group, Murders Assured. Fliss is enjoying being part of this fun show.

Teresa has been a member for KATS for a long time and has a wealth of experience. She enjoys assisting with costumes as well. She is very excited to be performing in Our House with such a friendly and professional cast and crew.

This is Caroline’s fourth KATS production. She has enjoyed hearing the music of her younger years and being reminded of the band who were such a formative part of her working life in Camden, where much of the play is set

This is Kathy’s first time as Musical Director for KATS following four productions with us on piano and violin in the pit. She has loved working on Our House and is excited to share its energy and heart with the audience.

Karen has run weekly workshops in her kitchen where the crew work away creating the many pieces you see today on stage. Karen tries to use recycled materials as much as possible e.g. The lamppost on this set is made from innertubes from rolls of fabric and the lamp itself was an old Tupperware box that was ready for the bin. The rest of the lamp, paper mache, in true Blue Peter style.

Karen only got involved in amateur dramatics when she and husband Paul moved to Devon 2 years ago and although not keen to ‘tread the boards’, she has absolutely loved every minute of being a part of the KATS team. “Meeting and working with so many people of all ages has been so enjoyable and a refreshing change from my old life working in the corporate IT world. You should try it!”.

She would like to especially thank Palladium Building Supplies in Kingsbridge and Ultimate Fabrics in Churchstow for they generous contribution of supplies that help build this set.