This year the Music & Theatre Productions (MTP) team decided to tackle one of the toughest musicals yet and took a neon-driven journey back to the 80’s for their own rendition of the hit musical Footloose! From some incredible group songs; that got the audience bopping in their seats, to the heartfelt songs; delivering realisation of the characters and tracks that pulled on the heart strings of the audience with beautiful duets. This year’s show proved why we, as the staff of CLV, swell with pride and happiness at this time every year. We have such a talented group of students in this youth theatre that each year they amaze and wow us.
The professionalism demonstrated by this year’s cast was truly exceptional and this was evident most when dealing with audio technical issues on the opening night. Despite this the cast excelled, stayed focused and showed true camaraderie every step of the way. This year also saw our students delivering a matinee show for the local community and alike last year’s initial one, this was an immense success with local Care Homes joining us, members of the Music Service and the Reverend Wilkinson from St Nicholas’ Church.
Our amazing cast and crew have literally endured the schedule of a professional company; dedicating their Tuesday and Thursday extra-curricular time, two Sunday’s and late night technical runs, all for the good of this performance and by gosh does it show!
Music & Theatre Productions have excelled beyond our expectations once again and we hope they all return next year to take on a new musical, a new challenge and prepare to be embraced by a new family of friends.