Cats in Quarantine – A tribute to Dame Gillian Lynne by Harry Francis
Harry Francis has put together an amazing tribute to Dame Gillian Lynne – Cats in Quarantine featuring 333 cast members from productions of musical Cats
Harry Francis has put together an amazing tribute to Dame Gillian Lynne – Cats in Quarantine featuring 333 cast members from productions of musical Cats
Dame Gillian Lynne DBE was a noted ballerina choreographer actress, director, dancer and actress. Born in Bromley London on 20 February 1926 Gillian’s gift for dancing was discovered by a doctor. She had been under-performing at school, so her mother took her to the doctor and explained about her fidgeting and lack of focus. After hearing everything her mother said, the doctor told Lynne that he needed to talk to her mother privately for a moment. He turned on the radio and walked out. He then encouraged her mother to look at Lynne, who was dancing to the radio. The doctor noted that she was a dancer, and encouraged Lynne’s mother to take her to dance school. Gillian’s artistry led to a varied career unparalleled by many of her contemporaries her choreographic talents saw her contribute to shows on both side of the Atlantic with some of theatres biggest names. … Read more