Thomas Carr College is preparing to turn heads with its production of ’Seussical’ later this month.
In preparation for the premier on Thursday, August 29, students and staff have been honing their skills three to four times a week after school and on Sundays.
The message of helping a friend, not giving up, the fragile sweetness of the natural world and the pure power of the imagination made Dr Seuss a fitting theme.
Between cast and crew, 45 students across years 7-12 are involved in what is truly a team effort.
Cast, backstage crew, lighting and sound engineers, makeup artists and animators all work very hard to make sure the production runs smoothly.
Gracing the stage is an exciting and frightening adventure, but the cast have taken on the challenge with enthusiasm.
Abby Fernando is playing Cat in the Hat and said she loves performing.
“I love playing different characters and getting out of my comfort zone. I love the feeling of being on stage and hearing the crowd applaud, it’s great,“ she said.
In the spirit of not giving up, the cast have persevered through the trials and tribulations of performing.
Sophie McCavanagh, performing as Maizy Labird, said performing on stage has its challenges.
“I can get a bit of stage fright especially singing in front of people, but I have realised throughout this that everyone is in the same boat, and no one is here to judge you. Everyone is really supportive,“ Sophie said.
Seussical win run across three nights from Thursday, August 29- Saturday, August 31, with a 7pm start time.
Tickets: www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1231436
Jaidyn Kennedy
