The Ayrshire Philharmonic Opera Society is an amateur opera and theatre group based in Ayr, Scotland and was established in 1933. Initially, the company specialised in Gilbert and Sullivan operettas but, more recently, has performed musicals such as Carousel and Oklahoma! Since 1934, the company has produced some seventy shows, the most recent being Music Man, in November 2009.

Celebrating a Fantastic 2009 Show

The members are all taking a well earned rest after the completion of their latest show which closed on 21st November. It has been a milestone year for the Philharmonic - not only was it our 75th year, but a number of our members also reached personal milestones and this was celebrated with a presentation on stage after the final show.

Pictured below from left to right are Robin Doncaster (45 year bar), Irene Bartholomew (35 year bar), Davies Brock - Regional Representative of NODA, Margaret Doncaster (40 year bar), Joan Brock (45 year bar) and Bert Lumsden - Past National President of NODA.

Well done to all and thank you for the time you've devoted to the company over many years. We're looking forward to the next show already!

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The Philharmonic could not do what it does without the commitment of its members so we were also delighted to welcome many new faces on to the stage for the first time this year. If you would like to join, or to find out more about the company, then please call Isobel on (01292) 287583.

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