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And the Show Goes On
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James Blanch as Macbeth Re-Arisen The cast of Clue-on stage Whodunnit?
Live theatre was one of the biggest casualties of COVID – lights in theatres around the world were reduced to a single ‘ghost light’.
The cancellation of last year’s Senior School Play, Middle School Play and Trinity-Ruyton Musical were difficult decisions to make. In the end, it was impossible to replicate the feeling of live theatre via a static screen.
But here we are in 2021, feeling refreshed and renewed with newfound appreciation for live art.
The first term is always a very busy one for our budding actors and talented back-stage crew members. The co-curricular Drama year began with students performing in the 2021 Year 9 Play Clue-on stage, a play inspired by the popular ‘whodunnit’ boardgame. A snap, five-day lockdown that affected the rehearsal of this production did not deter the dedication and optimism of these students to stage this performance. The result was a hilarious, tight-knit performance that had the audience guessing at every moment.
Macbeth Re-Arisen, the muchanticipated Senior School Play, saw one of Shakespeare’s greatest characters emerge from the dead to take back the crown. The performances were simply astounding: at times I had to remind myself that I was watching a school production. The level of commitment from the cast, and the professionalism of the backstage and technical crew, was superb.
Whether a student has a dream of being a ‘leading man’, participating in a cameo role, collaborating with an ensemble, lighting down-stagecentre, designing atmospheric audio, creating character through hair and make-up or costume design, or even ushering in an audience, the co-curricular Drama program offers many opportunities for all students to thrive.
Ryan Bowler
