So the CODS production of this famous show began in November 2021. Well actually, this year it began a little before that with the ‘recruitment programme’ for the children. Circulating the local schools produced a good number of keen young people, and after a series of sessions, the two Von Trapp families were chosen. 

From November onwards the pace of rehearsals gradually increased, then increased again into Jan/Feb 22, and on into the production week.  By the time the show opened on 18th April 22 countless hours had been spent by a large number of people in all the departments needed to get a show together.

This against the ever present threat of Covid, and the sometimes confusing regulations and guidance as the weeks progressed.

Societies up and down the country will have had to juggle these frustrations as well as CODS. It was good to see, via the NODA links, other groups bringing their productions to the stage and the Amateur Dramatic world coming back to life again.

Congratulations must go to everyone who worked towards the success of this show either onstage, backstage or in any other way.

Huge thanks to Allan and the band, to Holly and Georgia for the choreography and to our director Mike. Well done to you all. 

We would like to acknowledge the support of our CODS Friends and patrons. In particular the support we have had from our sponsors, who have generously helped us in these stringent times.