‘Killer performances’ were seen at Ely College’s Little Shop of Horrors musical production earlier this month (January).
Students from all year groups took to the stage in what was the school’s second whole school musical following on from the ‘huge success’ of last year’s School of Rock production.
The three sold out nights on January 19, 20 and 21 showcased the musical and technical talents of all ages.
As well as the ‘incredible’ actors on stage, the cast were supported by dedicated and amazing student-led teams of lighting and sound designers, costume and prop makers, and hair and makeup artists.
Principal of Ely College, Simon Warburton, said: “I was so proud to see the culmination of months of rehearsal.
“The quality of the show was of the highest order and the professionalism of the stage management gave the impression we were sat in the West End and not Needham’s Hall.”
Early on, the decision was made to hire in the set for the production.
After a dedicated fundraising efforts by the students, this considerable investment in the staging spurred on the cast who took to the floor ‘impressively’ in full costume and ‘truly immersed themselves in the character for that moment under the spotlight’.
Director and drama curriculum lead, Catherine Seymour, said: “The most satisfying element of this show was witnessing the development of the students during the process.
“For some, this was their first production whether on the stage or behind the scenes.
“The students had an incredible time working as a team during rehearsals and their performances were outstanding.”
Mr Warburton added: “We are so blessed to have students with a desire to perform, and a large staff group who love to give them the opportunities and put on shows of this calibre.
“The whole of the community can and should be very proud.”
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