It is with great delight that we announce the 2024 Summer Holiday Musical ‘The Tale of Dilbert Clancy & the Simply Enormous Gold Nugget of Cooee Dupp.’ 

This is an inclusive holiday program for all children. This production features renowned Chinese author, Kate Liao, the founder of Morning Star. This program is run by Patrice from Gobsmacked Productions.

It’s a rootin’ tootin’ tale of the gold-mining city of Tumblebone. The city of Tumblebone boomed in the gold rush and owes most of its fame and fortune to one single giant nugget picked out of the earth, the simply enormous gold nugget of Cooee Dupp. The city couldn’t survive without the tourism the nugget brings, but Gloot the Gaffa and his Oddstick Outlaws couldn’t give a continental about what happens to the town. By hook or crook, it’s up to Dilbert Clancy and The Super Dandies to track those outlaws down and learn how to be the heroes who will reclaim the nugget and stop the town from fading into legend. A powerful story about the effect of greed and what it can do to our hearts if we let it creep in.

 

The production is for children aged 6 – 16 years. This production promotes inclusion in the arts and is an excellent fundraiser.

Young people (aged 14 years and above), who have a passion for learning how to teach performing arts, may sign up as volunteers. Please get in contact to find out more.

Here are the key details:

• WHEN:  Monday – Friday 9 – 3 pm (January 22 – January 26 2024)
• NOTE:         Main characters start at 8 am and Singing and Rapping Soloists finish at 4 pm
• SHOW TIMES:4 pm on Friday, January 26 (Rehearsal starts for the tamariki on Friday at 9：00 am)

• COST: Single Day for one child – $70 (Mon, Tues or Wed) Note: you can select for more than one day, $300 per child for the week or $550 for two children. If you find a sponsor, they could purchase a  package of $300 with 2 tickets and a logo in our programme and promotion on social media.

• WHERE:      Holy Trinity Church – 215 Devonport Rd, Tauranga

• WHAT TO BRING: Packed lunch, water bottle, snacks 

• WHAT TO WEAR ON THE LAST NIGHT: Blue jeans cowboy/cowgirl boots and a black singlet
• LUNCH ORDER: Appreciation to BroomTree Cafe’s Donation of kai (food) for Amputee Children from China. You could order yours with us as well. Menu is here 

Registration:

If you’re interested in being part of the musical, please add this package to your cart (either 1 child, or 2+ children) and complete the purchase to register them. If more than two children from your family are registering, we are pleased to offer this for the price of 2 children.

Auditions & First meeting for the whole cast：

If you aspire to be a main character, do a singing or rapping solo or even just have a small speaking part you’ll need to come on Friday, December 8th at 3:30 for the character you want to audition for. Make sure to memorise your lines from the audition script and deliver a strong performance to stand out.

If you miss out on getting a main character part do not fret because there are plenty of other speaking parts you can get.

Please download your ‘Audition script’: Singing & Rapping Audition or Main Character Audition

 

Commitment:

Keep in mind that if you’re chosen as a main character, there will be classes to attend after school this term in December. The commitment level is higher for the main characters, so make sure you can dedicate both time and effort.

 

Supporting a Charity:

This musical not only showcases talent but also offers the chance to make a meaningful contribution to a disability charity. The funds raised support people in need.

Tickets for the Show:

Purchase tickets here to watch the show at 4 p.m. on Friday 26th Jan.

Sponsorship:

This Charity Holiday Program is designed to provide a safe and supportive environment where children of all abilities can come together to build lasting friendships, foster mutual understanding, and create cherished memories. Through a carefully curated musical production, we promote teamwork, empathy, and the celebration of diversity.

Join us in establishing heartwarming traditions that children look forward to twice every year. We will adventure to China in the July winter holiday to experience the Chinese Summer Holiday Program hosted by Kate Liao and the Morning Star team.

Please fill this form for Sponsorship

Have Fun:

Lastly, don’t forget that this is meant to be a super fun musical. Enjoy the experience of singing, dancing, and acting alongside students from various schools in the Bay of Plenty.

This production is a great way to get theatrical experience and support a wonderful cause. If you have a passion for theatre and want to make a positive impact, this is the perfect opportunity to entertain and make a difference.

After successfully completing the purchase of the Holiday Program, you will be provided with a unique username and password, granting you access to the Gobsmacked website. These credentials will enable you to view the teaching videos associated with the program.