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Although ‘Stanley’s War’ is set during World War II, the music was modern pop and dance music – so it’d be as exciting to us now – as 1940’s music was to the kids then!

‘Stanley’s War’ had 13 great songs and 11 dances and told a story about children playing in the countryside – with a mix of comedy and drama.

Everyone had a ‘named’ character, all playing their own ages. They had the challenge of speaking with an accent – and being on stage throughout the show – so even when they didn't have any lines, they were acting quietly in the background!

There were four groups of children in the story; the youngest were the orphans, living together in a children’s home. Then, there was the ‘Posh Lot’ - boarding school girls from ‘St Dustbins’!

The main characters were a group of kids who'd been evacuated from London during The Blitz. The oldest group were the Village Gang - the local farm kids – and they didn’t like the evacuees!

The Stage wasn't big enough for such an ambitious show, so we extended it into the auditorium. This’ll brought the cast closer to the audience, and gave them a great opportunity to use up some energy!

We’re really hoped this would be a very special show for all of us – and we weren't disappointed!

Stanley's War was presented at The Sinden Theatre on 4th and 5th JULY 2008