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PRESS RELEASE, 21 JULY 2008

PASS THE BATON

Pass the Baton is a new piece of musical theatre created and performed by 16-22 year olds in Newham, and inspired by the stories of older residents. The piece is directed by Omar Okai, written by Hope Massiah and will feature a fusion of old and new musical styles created by the New London Orchestra (director Ronald Corp) and hip-hop composer Excalibah.

Pass the Baton is part of the New London Orchestra’s “Newham Welcomes the World” series; and is promoted by the New London Orchestra in association with the Theatre Royal Stratford East.

There are 4 FREE performances at the Theatre Royal Stratford East:

•Friday 29 August at 2.30pm & 7.30pm

•Saturday 30 August at 2.30pm & 7.30pm

The afternoon performances will last approx 1 hour.

The evening performances will include a short first half of music played by the New London Orchestra, conducted by Ronald Corp.

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the talent of Newham’s young stars as they tread the boards of this iconic theatre for the first time in a show which reflects the past and future of this rapidly changing area of London.