22/07/2025
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🌟What a Night!🌟
The Eagle Awards were everything we dreamed of and more - a joyful celebration of talent, teamwork, and the magic of amateur theatre. From the dazzling opening number to the emotional final applause, it was an evening filled with laughter, pride and unforgettable moments.
We're so proud of everyone involved - whether you were on stage, behind the scenes, in the wings, or in the audience - you made it truly special.
A HUGE thank you to our phenomenal performers: DaleDiva Des Coleman Stars Musical Theatre Belper Junior Musical Theatre Lady Rose Owen Brindley KTCo Studios - each and everyone one of you lit up the stage.
To our Brilliant judges and presenters - Owen Brindley, Peter John Gemmell, David Orange Des Coleman, Kev Castle Judith Hanson Paul Brenham-Foster Kate Gould Wyn Hinks Robert Towle, Mathew Shepherd, Debbie Ainsworth and Tracy Manifold - thank you for lending your time, expertise and energy.
Special thanks to Trish Wright The Inclusivity Group LTD for the dynamic BSL interpretation. LEOS Musical Theatre Company for championing accessibility with information support and lovely guest speakers.
Thank you Kirsty Erewash Sound for interviewing our winners. Can't wait to hear them.
And, how can we possibly not forget to mention our Dame and Emcee extraordinaire - Morgan Brind - for keeping us on track and entertained. 😂Thank you from the heart of our bottoms!
A BIG fist-bump to all the team Derby Theatre and for your ongoing support in making the evening a great success. Including Carraig Quiala and Bethan Wakefield for their wonderful assistance.
And finally - thank YOU, our amazing audience and amateur community members, for raising the roof with your cheers of support and filling the theatre with warmth, spirit and great vibes.
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Cheryl x
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