Sad to hear of the passing of theatrical Legend Dame Angela Lansbury, memories of my childhood appearing in my first West End show
With a fabulous cast starring Angela as Mama Rose … was truly a amazing experience…. One I hold close to my heart … the amazing thing we were treated as part of the company not left out of anything …
I will always remember the very first complete run through in the rehearsal room in Clapham cup final day May 1973 … watching her Roses turn even at my young age I knew how special it was … the company in full admiration of her performance rose to a standing ovation .. there were tears of joy from the
Company I knew it was a moment always to remember. Angela was so kind and caring to us children … I still have the notes she sent me on her blue headed embossed cards … and my last performance she gave me a beautiful Hollywood book and sang to the tune of narcissus written by John Blyth a song
Dear Antony we all hope that you will go far dear antony speak to us when your a star
Your taps are tops,we hope no flops
And we hope you will be as happy as we have to know you ….
Wow I can’t believe I remember that as I write …
So Thank You Dame Angela for making my very first show so magical and making my mum
So proud …
Your amazing career and performances in everything you performed is truly the legend you are …. Xxx
