Say Hello Dolly!

Newry Musical Society are ready to go with their upcoming production of the beloved  Broadway classic, “Hello, Dolly!” which starts a four night run this Tuesday coming, 21st of May in Newry Town Hall.

“Hello, Dolly!” tells the story of Dolly Levi, a meddlesome widow who works as a matchmaker for one of New York’s richest men. Set in the colourful world of New York City at the beginning of the 20th century, the romantic and funny "Hello, Dolly!" is packed with lively musical numbers such as “Put on Your Sunday Clothes” which has recently been featured in Disney’s Wall-E.  

The title character, made famous by Barbara Streisand, will be played by Newry favourite, Veronica Barr. Fresh from her run as Dolly in the Grand Opera House, Belfast, Veronica is no stranger to the role and is sure to give even Babs a run for her money! Martin Morgan will once again take the lead male role playing the wealthy feed store owner Horace Vandergelder who manages to steal Dolly’s heart. Local favourite Damien Lavery takes on the role of the hapless Cornelius Hackl who, together with his gormless friend Barnaby - played by Paddy McGennity, escape to New York to find adventure. Damien will be joined on stage by his wife, Ciara Lavery who plays his love interest Irene Molloy, the widowed owner of a New York hat shop. Most of the action takes place in Irene’s hat shop where she works with her ditsy assistant Minnie Fay, played by Catherine McLoughlin. 

The supporting characters include Maeve Bell as Ermengarde, niece of Horace who is desperate to marry artist Ambrose Kemper, played by Newry newcomer Trev O’Connell. Charlie Smyth makes a guest appearance as the judge and Dennis Walsh puts on his dancing shoes to play Rudolf, head waiter at the Harmonia Gardens restaurant. 

The show is once again directed by David Cunningham and choreographed by his daughter, Lisa Irvine. This talented duo are joined by Gerry Doherty who returns as musical director. 

Newry Musical Society invites you to “Put on Your Sunday Clothes” at performances which run from Tuesday 21st May to Friday the 24th of May in Newry Town Hall at 7.30pm.

The booking office is now open in Buttercrane Shopping Centre or by calling 07707 072010.