The Show Must (Not) Go On: Grease The Musical

CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT

The journey for the musical this year seemed to advance like every other. Auditions, seven months of rehearsals, costume fittings, set building, lighting cues, sound checks and so on. The cast and crew spent months of hard work preparing for the big night and even got as far as the final dress rehearsal – performing to the roar and applause of the boarding community – then COVID struck.

The journey for the musical this year seemed to advance like every other. Auditions, seven months of rehearsals, costume fittings, set building, lighting cues, sound checks and so on. The cast and crew spent months of hard work preparing for the big night and even got as far as the final dress rehearsal – performing to roar and applause of the boarding community – then COVID struck.

With one day to Opening Night we were advised that our audience of 320 was to be reduced to 100. Everyone was devastated – cast, crew, parents and audience alike.

However, adversity builds character. In this case, both strength of self and strength of performance. Those involved rose above the crisis to deliver a set of performances that showcased energy, determination, fun, resilience and talent. Although only being permitted a highly shortened season to a very limited audience, those involved showed, that in the words of Grease, “I saw the problems and I see the light.” “With the news of the cancellation of majority of the Grease performances, the cast was devastated to say the least. However, under the phenomenal guidance and leadership of Michal Terzo, we were able to overcome our adversity and rise above the challenges presented ahead of us, to perform one of the greatest musicals that King’s has ever seen. We built resilience, camaraderie, memories and a new family that will last with all of us for the rest of our lives,” said lead character, Chris Anania aka Danny Zuko.

Grease may not have been what everyone had predicted or hoped for, but is was an experience that no one will forget. One can only admire the strength and fortitude of all those involved!

Michael Terzo Director of Theatre

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