GREETINGS FROM MAGGIE KIRKPATRICK

Hi Everybody,

I thought it was about time that I said a few words to all you lovely people who have taken the time to visit my website.

I am an absolute idiot when it comes to the world of websites etc., but thanks to my good friends in the UK we now have an outlet for information regarding the topsy turvy world of M.K.

I don't even know how to 'log on' so I have very little idea of what the site entails but hopefully as time goes by I'll get better acquainted with the system and maybe communicate a little more.

As you may know, I finished my long run in 'Singin In The Rain' last December, concluding a most successful run in Hong Kong and Singapore. Things have been very quiet since then with just a short run as Rummy Minchens in 'Major Barbara' at the Sydney Theatre Company. This was a "last minute" job as the actress originally cast became ill and I stepped in with just two previews before the opening. It was somewhat hectic but a great adrenaline rush and finished up being a fun job with a great cast.

I also had a small role in a little art film called 'With Mother'. You may get to see this on Ch4 as it is a co-production with Australia's SBS. I had the privilege of working with some wonderful people including the brilliant Kerry Fox....... an actor whom I admire enormously.

On the work front it's too quiet for my liking but the time out has given me a chance to get on with the never-ending renovations of my house. A great deal of time is also spent taxiing my grandchildren to and from sporting commitments. Megan (nearly nine) is playing soccer twice a week and my grandson Daniel (nearly 14) has Rugby and Rugby League commitments. He's an all rounder elite athlete and plays for his school as well as his club. He recently won a Gold medal for the 80m hurdles at the State Championships and followed that with a Silver medal in the National Titles. As you can see, I'm very proud of both of them and they light up my life.

NOW....... I have a project in mind and I would like to gauge your interest and if that interest is there then I may explore it further......

Here is the basis of the idea...... a little background for you......

In 1997 I did a one woman cabaret show called 'The Screw Is Loose'. This was performed at a venue in Sydney called the Tilbury Hotel. My show was the last to be performed there as the hotel closed after over 10 years as a premier cabaret venue. I was flattered, excited and very nervous at being invited to devise a show for this prestigious venue with it's glittering history of 'Divas' presenting their shows.

With the aid of writer David Mitchell; director, choreographer and musical theatre legend Nancy Hayes; Andrew Ross (on piano) and I embarked on one of the most liberating experiences of my career. It was a big hit with the public and critics alike.

WHAT THE CRITICS SAID.......

"Kirkpatrick Succeeds Brilliantly."

"A Class Act."

"Kirkpatrick reveals a VULNERABLE & TENDER side!"

"Kirkpatrick is an excellent raconteur."

"Kirkpatrick can sell her songs and spin a yarn like no other!"

So you see, the brief season was a triumph for me. Somehow I've not had the courage to try and repeat the performance...... maybe it was just a one off.... who knows?

However, I have decided to explore the possibility of presenting the show on CD. Although the show is very much geared to the Sydney scene long past, and recent, this autobiographical journey with songs may provide you with some insight into me and my life other than Joan Ferguson.

After 42 years as an actress I am looking at ways in which I might diversify..... ideally I'd love to create another TV character for you but that doesn't seem to be on the cards at the moment and theatre (my preference) seems to come in fits and starts.

So, talk amongst yourselves and let me know what you think of the CD project and perhaps if viable financially I might be able to go ahead with the project.

In the meantime we will try to keep you up to date with my activities and, once again, I thank you all for your continuing interest and support.

My warmest good wishes to all,

Maggie Kirkpatrick.
 

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