St Malachy’s High School pupils stage Popstars: The 1990s Musical
Castlewellan’s St Malachy’s High School is set to open its Popstars: The !990s Musical on Thursday evening 12th November for three nights.
This highly entertaining performance by school pupils will certainly be an evening of memories in the making.
School Principal, Mrs Eileen O’Hara said: “Over recent weeks, our pupils have worked incredibly hard in rehearsals, learning their lines, perfecting songs, and choreography, and bringing the energy and fun of the 90s back to life.
“Their commitment, teamwork and enthusiasm have been outstanding, and I am immensely proud of every pupil who has stepped forward to be part of this production, both on stage and behind the scenes.
“The staff have also shown great dedication with their time, energy and creativity helping to make it all possible. And thank you to all the parents for their support and to all our sponsors.
“Their opening night gives them a big uplift and gives them the confidence to shine and create wonderful memories that will last a long time after the curtain goes down on the show.”
Show director Clare McAvoy said: “I have directed many shows over recent years at St Malachy’s High School such as The Sound of Music, My Fair Lady, Annie, School of Rock, and Matilda. And Popstars is sure to be a big hit with the audiences taking them back to the 1990s.
“The show is a hilarious jukebox musical, celebrating the musical nostalgia of the 90s.
“I am absolutely proud of all of the cast and the backroom team. They will all be learning skills in the creative industries that will stay with them for life.
“I just hope this show inspires more people to succeed in careers on the stage and in performance arts”
Clare gave a special thank you to her assistants, teachers Caoimhe McErlane and Cora Magee for “their fantastic support”.
The Art Department also was thanked with helping out with the stage set with hours of painting.
So come along and enjoy the Singing Waitress, the DJ Prince, and the celebrity Simon Austin.
Evening performances are at 7pm from Thursday 12th to Saturday 14th November, with a Saturday matinée at 2pm. Tickets are available from Klubfunder, check out their social media for the link.
Popstars: The 90s Musical is written by Neil Gooding and Nicholas Christo, with orchestrations and arrangements by Isaac Hayward. This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International (www.mtishows.co.uk)
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