When we approached the beautiful Art Deco Regal Theatre building in Subiaco yesterday, we didn’t realize we were going to watch a Broadway-style show whose tours have lasted 25 years!
Nor did we expect the emotional ending where a tribute was paid to all the branches of the armed forces. Audience members were encouraged to stand up to show their current or veteran service ~ although only a few did.
I wish they’d played ‘Don’t Fence Me In’ because it was a favourite of Mum and Dad’s, as well as ‘White Cliffs of Dover’ while thoroughly enjoying every standard they did present.
The audible, collective gasp as the first words of ‘Danny Boy’ were heard, brought tears to many eyes.
Wonderful 1940’s outfits, voices, music and emotion. Like a huge thank you to all those brave souls~ lest we forget.
The final image of all those Zimmer Frames, numbered and lined up at the door, will never leave me.
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