Happy birthday SAMT - youth group set to launch landmark celebrations

Their kinda town - some of the cast of Chicago in rehearsal.

SALE and Altrincham Musical Theatre has been entertaining the people of Trafford since 1936, the year which saw the abdication of King Edward VIII and one of my all time favourite events, when Hitler is forced to shake the hand of black athlete Jesse Owens, after his medal success at the Berlin Olympics.

The company started life as Sale Operatic and Dramatic Society and next year sees it celebrate is about to its 90th birthday.

Its youth group will mark its landmark year with the teen edition of the iconic musical Chicago next month. The show is teeming with classic numbers like All That Jazz and Razzle Dazzle and director Kay Valentine said she’s loving every minute working with her very talented charges.

Kay said: “I am very proud to be directing these amazingly talented young people in this special 90th birthday year for Sale and Altrincham Musical Theatre. Its a satirical take on corrupt justice and the media obsessed pursuit of fame.

“Its got it all and includes celebrated Bob Fosse dance choreography. Our wonderful award winning cast has been rehearsing solidly in preparation for its show week at Altrincham Little Theatre.”

Chicago will be performed at Altrincham Little Theatre from December 2-6 at 7.30pm and anyone interested in booking tickets should visit samtheatre.co.uk.