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Evacuees of World War II (One family's story)
by Ron Gletherow
First of a three part true story of my sisters, who like so many others, were evacuated from London at the beginning of World II. Being the sole survivor of a family of seven children, I wrote this musical play as a legacy to my siblings.In September, 1939, Britain declared war on Germany. With the intention of breaking the morale of the British people, Hitler decided to begin bombing Britain’s major cities, thus forcing Churchill to negotiate. The campaign, however, had the reverse effect, bringing the people together to face a common enemy.The evacuation of Britain, at the beginning of World War II, often referred to as “Operation Pied Piper”, saw the displacement of 1.5 million children, pregnant women and vulnerable people, two thirds of which came from London. “Evacuees” is the story of one such family.......my family
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Evacuees - Episode 3 A Turn Of Events
Send us Fan MailWally Gletherow is alone in London, carrying out his duties as Air Raid Warden, and missing his family.The family have to leave the "Big House" and have to endure hardship before being "rescued".The homecoming."Running Out Of Life" - vocals Ron Gletherow"Scruffy Kids" - vocals - Billy Gregory and children's ensemble"Dear Mum and Dad (Reprise" - vocals Karina Redmond"How Dare You" - vocals Amy Caldwell"Good To Be Home" - vocals Ron Gletherow & Amy Caldwell"Are You Looking For A Friend" - vocals Karina Redmond & Braiden Sunshine
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Evacuees - Episode 2 Bletchingdon
Send us Fan MailWar is declared.The children arrive in the town of Bletchingdon, in Oxfordshire. They are marched to the Village Hall for billeting. Being among the last few, they are taken in by Lady Bailey of Bletchingdon Park."Where Is Home?" - vocals - Jessica Coveney"Dear Mum and Dad" - vocals - Karina Redmond, Jessica Coveney & Corrina Coveney"Using Our Imagination" - vocals - Karina Redmond"My Baby Bruv" - vocals - Karina Redmond
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Evacuees - Episode 1 Operation Pied Piper
Send us Fan MailMy family are living in Canning Town, in the East End of London, close to the Royal Docks. It's late summer, 1939 and rumours are rife about an impending war with Germany.The government are encouraging families to send their children out of London, in anticipation of heavy bombing once war is declared. The children would be taken to safe areas far away from the city, but for security reasons parents would not be informed where or when."Rathbone Market Song" - vocals - Ron Gletherow & Doug Scott"Do The Right Thing" - vocals - Ron Gletherow & Amy Caldwell"Where Are The Children" - vocals - Amy Caldwell"No Time To Wave Goodbye" - vocals - Doug Scott
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First of a three part true story of my sisters, who like so many others, were evacuated from London at the beginning of World II. Being the sole survivor of a family of seven children, I wrote this musical play as a legacy to my siblings.In September, 1939, Britain declared war on Germany. With the intention of breaking the morale of the British people, Hitler decided to begin bombing Britain’s major cities, thus forcing Churchill to negotiate. The campaign, however, had the reverse effect, bringing the people together to face a common enemy.The evacuation of Britain, at the beginning of World War II, often referred to as “Operation Pied Piper”, saw the displacement of 1.5 million children, pregnant women and vulnerable people, two thirds of which came from London. “Evacuees” is the story of one such family.......my family
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Ron Gletherow
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First of a three part true story of my sisters, who like so many others, were evacuated from London at the beginning of World II. Being the sole survivor of a family of seven children, I wrote this musical play as a legacy to my siblings.In September, 1939, Britain declared war on Germany. With the...
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