STAND TALL is a contemporary re-telling of the David & Goliath biblical tale with a rock/pop score written by Lee Wyatt-Buchan, Aldie & Sandy Chalmers starring the London Cast; Keisha Amponsa Banson (Footloose), Natasha J Barnes (Spring Awakening), Ryan O'Donnell (Quadrophenia), Martin Pirongs (Talking In Bed), and Jack Shalloo (Departure Lounge), with Musical Direction by Dean Austin (Zorro) and arrangements by Peter White (Les Miz UK/US Tour).
The London Premiere of STAND TALL played a limited run at the Landor Theatre in October/November 2011 and was Directed by Simon Greiff (Striking 12).
Production Reviews:
“The characters are drawn nicely, the harmonies are soulful and the band meets the mark … emotionally engaging musical … totally relevant”The Stage
“undeniably catchy … director Simon Greiff has marshaled a strong company of actors … ultimately a feel-good show that left me with a smile on my face”WhatsOnStage
“The musical direction by Dean Austin is superb and Director Simon Greiff cleverly makes use of the intimate venue with his original and well timed comic staging … a bright, catchy score which leaves the audience humming all the way to the bar” Fringe Review **** Stars
“the music is strong, gutsy and delivered with a hefty punch … Its eclecticism is contemporary, edgy and perfectly suited to the raw aggression and hurt inherent in the subject matter … heart-warming stuff”Extra Extra
“this is a rock musical and there are great moments when it really does rock … the real star of this production is the music. ” StageWon “The whole ensemble worked really well together, the band deserving a mention as they provide an excellent score.”Southwark News “The score is something that has to be heard to be believed and deserves to be in the West End, I have watched West Shows over the years and this music is right up there with some of the best.”The Pundit “...this is a thrilling, action-pieced piece that has you tapping your feet to the catchy tunes and rhythms from start to finish.”The Oxford Times
Track Listing:
Act One
FIND US A KING – Mia, David, Jesse & Goliath
TEENAGE DAZE – David & Mia
REASONABLE MAN – Goliath
BROTHERS – David & Company
YOU ARE THE ONE – David, Black Sheep & Company
SO INDECISIVE – Mia & Black Sheep
GOLIATH’S SONG – Goliath, with David & Mia
ALL NIGHT ALL DAY – Goliath
12 BAA BLUES – Black Sheep & Company
REASONABLE MAN (REPRISE) – David & Goliath
Act Two
TIME TO TALK – Black Sheep & David
SEVEN WIVES – King Saul
HOLD ME / DON’T CRY – David, Mia & Goliath
LEAVE ME ALONE – David, Jesse, Black Sheep & Company
STRONGER THAN THIS – Black Sheep & Company
GUITAR BATTLE – Band
STAND TALL – David & Company
Album Reviews:
“Stand Tall is a musical that succeeds in looking at the relevant problem of bullying from every aspect …‘Don’t Cry’ and ‘Goliath’s Song’ provide a powerful insight into the mind of the bully; instead of simply painting him as the bad guy, the songs show that it may be the bully’s pain, fear and inability to escape his own situation that motivates him.” Public Reviews
Credits:
Produced for SimG Records by Simon Greiff
Produced for Shrill Productions by Lee Wyatt-Buchan
Executive Producer Charmaine Watson
Engineered, Mixed & Mastered by Siggi Sigtryggsson
Recorded at London Elektrik Studios, Oct/Nov 2011
CD Design & Art Direction by Simon Beechey at ATD Graphic Design
STAND TALL image by Sam Charrington
Production Photographs by Toucan Studio
Released 30th November 2011 by SimG Records
Catalogue Number: SimGR-CD08
undeniably catchy … director 
