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Glorious!

By Peter Quilter

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Directed by Tracey Okeby Lucan

A comedy set in the 1940’s New York, about the worst singer in the world Florence Foster Jenkins known as ‘the first lady of the sliding scale’. Florence an enthusiastic soprano whose pitch was far from perfect, warbled and screeched her way through the evening to an audience who mostly fell about with laughter. But this delusional and joyously happy woman paid little attention to her critics, instead she was surrounded by a circle of devoted friends who were almost as eccentric as she was. Based upon a true story, the play spins from Florence’s charity recitals and extravagant balls, through to her bizarre recording sessions and an ultimate triumph at Carnegie Hall in this hilarious and heart-warming comedy.

Theatre on Chester - NSW Cnr Oxford Street and Chester Street, Epping
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4.5 / 5.0 based on 74 reviews

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Nov 23, 2024
by: Patricia Smith

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    I enjoyed the play very much. Scenery and costumes were great. Acting was excellent. Audience participation re. applauding was fun. My husband, however, disliked the play?! He was not aware of the story of Florence, whereas I had seen the film, perhaps that made the difference.

Nov 03, 2024
by: Barry & Valerie Worswick

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Aug 14, 2024
by: Graham Downes

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Aug 12, 2024
by: Tim Radford

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   Excellent

Aug 11, 2024
by: Julie Wilson

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Aug 07, 2024
by: Gordon Herriott

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May 01, 2024
by: Buyer Retail

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Apr 26, 2024
by: Murray Fane

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Apr 16, 2024
by: Marjorie Caws-Latta

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 The production was fine but the play was not that funny

Apr 15, 2024
by: Juliet Lum

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Nov 18, 2023
by: Alicia Slaterd

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Nov 12, 2023
by: Helen Buick

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Nov 11, 2023
by: Rosalie Rungie

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Nov 10, 2023
by: Philip Cooper

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   I did not like the movie either

Nov 06, 2023
by: Yenda Holland

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Nov 05, 2023
by: Colleen Welsby

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 I loved Glorious! A very uplifting play. Amazing Kate Mannix played the lead and I couldn’t imagine it without her, she’s very expressive and her singing was the standout. Christine Rule as her kooky delusional friend was amazing too!

Nov 03, 2023
by: Linda Gock

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Aug 14, 2023
by: David Cuddihy

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   Enjoyed the whole experience

Aug 13, 2023
by: Kate Mannix

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   Funny and entertaining. I was already familiar with the story.

Aug 06, 2023
by: Lynne Munich

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Jul 31, 2023
by: Tracey Okeby Lucan

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   Wonderful play with great actors!

May 06, 2023
by: Denise Corscadden

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May 05, 2023
by: Greg Blackford

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Apr 23, 2023
by: Chris Lewis

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Apr 23, 2023
by: Jillian Michie

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Apr 21, 2023
by: Gimhani Wickramasinghe

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Apr 20, 2023
by: Valerie Flint

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Apr 15, 2023
by: Jessica Revill

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   Loved Florence, great performance

Dec 04, 2022
by: Karen Wacando

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   Well performed. Excellent set & costumes.

Nov 26, 2022
by: Robert Love

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Nov 25, 2022
by: Michelle Woollett

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Nov 25, 2022
by: David Matcham

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Nov 25, 2022
by: Allan Donald

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   It was beautifully staged. Wonderful décor.

Nov 25, 2022
by: Joseph Furlong

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Nov 25, 2022
by: Pooja Joseph

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Nov 24, 2022
by: Alison Kaylinger

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Nov 23, 2022
by: Gallagher Wal

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   I had seen this play previously and it was less than average. Last Saturday was an unforgettable experience and I was

Nov 22, 2022
by: Bronwyn Willits

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Nov 21, 2022
by: Verified consumer

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   Fabulous!

Nov 20, 2022
by: Antonia Bennett

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 we loved the play however felt it was a tad long. the airconditioning was very cold. But lovely experience for the first time to your theatre. beautiful staff.

Nov 20, 2022
by: Verified consumer

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   "Glorious" is an excellent production in every respect. Focusing on the latter life of Florence Foster Jenkins, who came to attention through the eponymous movie, the play delicately balances the superficial absurdity of her self-perception, aspirations and endeavours, with a more profound theme which gradually emerges and is poignantly articulated by play's end. It is very funny, peopled by quirky characters, and blessed by impressive performances, especially by the lead.

Nov 20, 2022
by: Alan Harper

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  Excellent performance.. Beautifully performed about a beautiful lady. Enjoyed every minute of the show. Well done.

Nov 20, 2022
by: Leonie Finnigan

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   My friend and I enjoyed it thoroughly. Great attention to detail and most engaging characters. Lyn

Nov 20, 2022
by: Lyn Eggins

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Nov 20, 2022
by: Heather Blackadder

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 The acting was very good, but the script was not quite my style - it's just a personal thing.

Nov 20, 2022
by: Wendy Mulder

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   Hilarious

Nov 20, 2022
by: Caroline Edwards

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Nov 20, 2022
by: Glenn Rosewell

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   Great fun-good to laugh loudly at theatre for a change. The world has too many sad bits at the moment Great acting

Nov 20, 2022
by: Beverly White

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     Wonderful!Glorious!

Nov 19, 2022
by: Arthur Murgatroyd

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   A spectacular re-creation of the life of Florence Foster Jenkins (1868-1944). Enter the world of America’s socialites and enjoy the wry humour of Florence’s extraordinary fan following to acclaimed success, despite her inability to sing! The cast, director and back of house were superb in bringing this comedy to the Theatre on Chester.

Nov 19, 2022
by: Nola Ezzy

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  I think the theatre does drama really well but struggles with comedy plus this would be a very hard play to carry off. I’ll be honest, it was the first play in 3 years of attending that we left after first act

Nov 19, 2022
by: Ruth Elmslie

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   This has me laughing until tears rolled down my cheeks, but also managed to convey the warmth and genuine appeal of the main characters. The singing was truly amazing, the sound people and set were brilliant and the costumes beautiful. What a wonderful evening - I was lifted out of the every day, and really enjoyed and appreciated this performance.

Nov 19, 2022
by: Lynette Egglestone

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   Great acting and Show

Nov 18, 2022
by: ELVA HARRIS

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     A bravura performance!

Nov 16, 2022
by: Fran Kirby

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   Affirmed the importance of self belief & the human capacity to actualise a dream . Great set . All characters maintained a balanced “ star “ quality without overshadowing the other characters . Beautifully produced .

Nov 14, 2022
by: Margaret Wick

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   Splendid production! Everything was "glorious" - the costumes, the stage set-up, the actors, the script, the sound and light. A superbly professional performance. p.s. we have a F F-J 78 recording at home and are "fans"!

Nov 13, 2022
by: Dawn Nettheim

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   Loved the show. Wonderful diction and great performance from all the cast.

Nov 12, 2022
by: Helen Zirn

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  The cast & crew challenges were well handled and the result was well worth watching. 'Florence' was very well acted. All up a good night. PS We're sorry to see Carla's not directing a play in the 2023 season, we will miss her magic touch

Nov 12, 2022
by: Bronwyn Bockenstein

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Nov 12, 2022
by: Christine Grech

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Nov 12, 2022
by: Merryn Horrocks

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Nov 12, 2022
by: Linda Maas

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 Such talented actors put in an outstanding performance! Really enjoyed the play.

Nov 11, 2022
by: Verified consumer

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   Fantastic story, quite an experience with amazing actors.

Nov 09, 2022
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Nov 09, 2022
by: Joanne Lynch

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Nov 06, 2022
by: Leonard Regan

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Nov 06, 2022
by: Susan Macgregor

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Nov 06, 2022
by: Kay Yasugi

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Nov 06, 2022
by: Barbara Hannan

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     As a group of season ticket holders for the past 12 or so years we have nothing but praise for all those connected with performances. How enlightening to learn of the real existence of Florence. The lead ‘singer’ (screecher) has obviously got a great voice to be able to pull off such a role in sensational fashion. Along with the supporting cast who gave us all an enjoyable night’s entertainment. Bravo!!

Nov 05, 2022
by: John Marr

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   Entertaining show. Very funny in parts

Nov 05, 2022
by: Evadne De Beer

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   It was great fun - we loved it.

Nov 05, 2022
by: Christine Yates

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   Loved it! I thought the opening scene and first 20 mins or so a little slow to get going and engage the audience. Kate Mannix was just fabulous - her facial expressions so expressive and hilarious! Loved the back screen showing black and white scenes from NY at the time - really set the context as did the opera music. Well done to everyone involved - a very professional production!

Nov 04, 2022
by: Robyn Faine

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   Great show, lifted the spirits

Nov 04, 2022
by: Deb Lewis
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