Cupid pricks the audiences" hearts in Milltown!

The MEM Players packed Milltown Community Centre for their performance of Sam Cree"s 'Cupid Wore Skirts'.This three act comedy set in Belfast in the 60"s is peppered with clever one-liners which were delivered with precision by the cast under the expert direction of Paul Curley.The authenticity of the set, costumes and hairdos gave this production an extra touch of finesse.Leading lady, Kate Dillon gave an outstanding performance as the formidable Harriet Courtney while her co-star, Mike Eivers was impressive as much for his magnificent use of facial expressions and body language as his fine delivery of lines.Margaret Igoe, Vonnie Nally and Geraldine Kennedy brought their vast stage experience to play in their performances as three very different ladies. Liam Sloan, a veteran of the stage, brought many laughs with his portrayal of the hard of hearing grandfather while Celine Geraghty gave a charming performance as the delightful Daphne.Mick (Mono) Monaghan was impressive as Brian Coulter and displayed an amazing ease on stage considering this was his first foray into the world of theatre. The loudest laughs of the night went to Pat (Moe) Heduan and his handling of the role of comic character, Ronnie. His body language, particularly his on stage walk, brought the house down.The play was directed by Paul Curley with Mary Lynn, Stage Manager and Bernie McHugh, Production Assistant. Hairstylist, Louise Murtagh, make-up artist, Gena Smith and wardrobe co-ordinator, Anna Cahalin, all played their part in ensuring that the actors looked the part. The set was designed and constructed by Tom and Mary Lynn and P.J. Bracken while stage crew, Mary and Tom Lynn, J. Mulvaney, Michael Devaney and Shane Kennedy kept things moving.Lighting was by Kevin Matthews and Tom Lynn and sound was by Kevin Matthews, Aidan O"Rourke and Stephen Keary. Front of house was managed by Vonnie Geraghty, Marion Eivers, Ann Heduan, Betty Walsh and Mary Finnegan.The Milltown Emper Moyvore Players put months of work into this production and were rewarded with loud applause from packed houses each night. As one cast member remarked, 'it was long hours and hard work, but it was great fun and we made great friends through it.'