Jun 9, 2014
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Just thought I would share this with you. It’s a short list of puns that could come in handy. Feel free to add more, let’s create a thread of them.
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Joe.
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Good Evening Guys and Girls!
Just thought I would share this with you. It’s a short list of puns that could come in handy. Feel free to add more, let’s create a thread of them.
Thanks guys,
Joe.
Facts And Figures...
World War One had left Europe devastated. Those countries that had fought in it, had suffered casualties never experienced before: Britain : 750,000 soldiers killed; 1,500,000 wounded France : 1,400,000 soldiers killed; 2,500,000 wounded Belgium : 50,000 soldiers killed Italy : 600,000 soldiers killed Russia : 1,700,000 soldiers killed America : 116,000 soldiers killed Those who had fought against the Allies suffered heavy casualties as well: Germany : 2,000,000 soldiers killed Austria-Hungary : 1,200,000 soldiers killed Turkey : 325,000 soldiers killed Bulgaria : 100,000 soldiers killed The total deaths of all nations who fought in the war is thought to have been 8.5 million with 21 million being wounded. Alongside these statistics, was the fact that vast areas of north-eastern Europe had been reduced to rubble. Flanders in Belgium had been all but destroyed with the ancient city of Ypres being devastated. The homes of 750,000 French people were destroyed and the infrastructure of this region had also been severely damaged. Roads, coal mines, telegraph poles had all been destroyed and such a loss greatly hindered the area's ability to function normally. I found these statics shocking. To put this into context the population of England and Wales at the time of the war was around 36,000,000. About 17,000,000 where men. Around 6,000,000 of the male population where not fit, or of age to go to war which leaves 11,000,000 fit and ready men. Taking into account the numbers found through my research, means that nearly 1 in 4 men was killed or injured in the First World War.
Hello Actors! This is a article I read whilst doing the devised pieces, before being moved onto the Beano. Sidney Lewis was the youngest person to ever enrol into the army. It's amazing isn't it, yet so sad at the same time. I think the fact that a 12 year old feels impelled to join the army and fight for his country says a lot about the propaganda and the urgency of the country at the time. What do you think about a 12 year old fighting, killing and dying in a war? Joe.
The Women Behind The War...
The day the world changed was the day World War 1 began. The war began in August 1914. Not only was it a pivotal step for Britain and the men that fought for our country, but also for the women who contributed behind the soldiers of the front lines. World War 1 was a pivotal time for women. This is because it gave women an opportunity to prove themselves in a male-dominated society, doing more than cleaning the house and tending to the children. (Which in that male-dominated society was expected.) With so many men going to war, there was a large gap in employment and, in response, women came in to replace the men. Some of the more well-known roles of women in WW1 include: nurses, munitions factory workers, sewing bandages, and selling war bonds, shipyards and spies. The Women's Royal Air Force was created, which is where women worked on planes as mechanics. By 1917 its was surveyed that 68% of women had changed jobs since the war began, 16% had moved out of domestic service, 22% that were unemployed in 1914 now had work and 23% had changed factories (from one factory to another.) After reading this it made me realise, how little would have been possible if the women of our country didn't step in in the way in which they did. I think at the time, that would have been a huge step forward for the role of women at that time. How would things be different now if they didn't do what they did? Have a read. Disqus!
Good evening Everyone, I just read this article I found in The Guardian, written by a history professor from Harvard university. In the article he claims that Britain never needed to get involved in the war and claims that we could have "lived with a German victory." How different would things be if we hadn't have got involved in the war? Have a read and let me know what you think.
Evening Guys and Girls. I was just doing some research and I found this web page with some really interesting and useful information concerning formal dance etiquette. Have a look and leave your thoughts. For one I didn't know there where so many suggested guidelines. Have fun!
Cast List
Sidney - Olly Henry - Charley James - Jordan K German Voice 1 - Lewis German Voice 2 - Tommy German Voice 3 - Perri Mother 1 - Lilly Mother 2 - Tierney Mother 3 - Alex Little Girl - TO BE CONFIRMED. Just so everyone is aware all decisions where made by myself, our casting director Lilly, and our now co director Jordan. All casting are subject to change. If any of the directors on the piece think that their is cause to recast we will, no matter how big or small your involvement in the piece. This isn't a threat, but I want to maintain a high standard of work ethic so we can get a lot done. Personally I feel that this piece has massive potential. I am very excited.
"Just A Boy" Auditions.
Hello Everyone! We are starting our devised pieces in full flow next week and our group are starting an open audition process on Wednesday. There will be scripts available for those interested on Monday. You will have Monday and Tuesday to read the script and get to know the characters as best you can, then Wednesday we will be holding auditions. The casting will be done my myself, Sam, and Lilly. We are also opening up the audition to the intermediate company as well, so if anyone knows how to reblog this onto their site I would appreciate it. Audition Requirements: -Those who would like to audition for one of the British Soldiers will be required to read one of the monologues. -Those auditioning for the role of the Mothers, should pick one of the mothers and read only them lines in a monologue style. -You will be required to sing, "Silent Night" a song we will be using in the piece. There are also two other songs in the piece. -We also may ask groups to read scenes, so be prepared. Also if anyone can speak GERMAN or has a know ledge of the German language, please make yourself known. If you are interested please let us know with a comment, also if you have any questions don't hesitate to ask.