This entertaining story of the culture clash between a group of fairies and the House of Lords was brought to life by a splendid cast, headed by Donna-Marie Greene in the title role and by Helen Mills as the Queen of the fairies. Bronwen Evans and Cenydd Phillips were perfect in the respective roles as young lovers Phyllis and Strephon-and no, that wasn't Paul Merton camping it up as Earl Tolloller: It was Davron Hicks,who managed to steal almost every scene he was in. No easy task, given the high standards set by his fellow performers. 

The story was enlivened even further by some inspired topical and local references which had a very large and appreciative audience rocking with laughter on the opening night. Add to all this the splendid music, stunning costumes and obvious camaraderie shared by the entire company and you could not fail to be won over by this delightful show.'  

Among the superb cast were some well-known Savoynetters - Cenydd Phillips was Strephon, and Adrian Bridgeman was a Peer.
Bronwen Evans was a delightful Phyllis with a fine voice for both acting and singing. She was well
matched with Cenydd who played the role of Strephon with great sensitivity. 
The Queen of the Fairies was played with charm and wit and she could not in any way be described as one of Gilbert's elderly ugly ladies. One can't help thinking that she would make an exceptional Lady Sophy next year when they do Utopia Limited. 
Iolanthe was performed in a way that gave her real character - she proved to be a doting mother and had a lovely singing voice. 
Tolloller and Mountararat were well matched - both giving excellent performances - which proves Phyllis's comment to be correct when she says "there is nothing to chose between you". 
The Lord Chancellor was "dignified and stately" for the most part - but his page was more of a hindrance than a help. 
Private Willis gave humour and an excellent singing voice to his musical numbers. He displayed a fine speaking voice, but we did not feel that it was necessary for him to break into the "Sergant Major" imitations.

The choreography for both the fairies and the peers was marvellous and made full use of the stage. The scenery was lovely. In other words we thoroughly enjoyed it!